Richard Bilodeau

Richard Bilodeau is a Senior Lecturer of Entrepreneurship and Marketing at the School of Business, University of Southern Maine. He oversees the Center for Entrepreneurship and serves as Interim Director of the Center for Economic and Business Research, Faculty Chair of the Hussey Leadership Institute, and member of the Honors Faculty Council. His expertise spans neurobiology's role in creative decision-making, sustainability in startups, and design thinking.

Education:

• M.B.A., Marketing, University of Southern Maine (1998)
• B.S., Business Administration, University of Southern Maine (1996)

Research Focus: Investigates neurobiological influences on creativity and business strategy, sustainable venture development, and marketing innovation. Prior clinical experience in tumor marker research complements his interdisciplinary approach.

Professional Activities:

• Entrepreneurial ventures in direct marketing and television production/research
• Global consulting practice (U.S., Canada, Europe)
• Teaching courses in entrepreneurship, design thinking, and business sustainability

Labs/Teams: Active in USM’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Center for Economic and Business Research. Engaged with Hussey Leadership Institute initiatives.