Ronald Wellman

Ronald Wellman is an Assistant Professor in the Business Department and Director of Graduate and Online Studies at Greenville University's Briner School of Business. He holds a doctorate in Business Administration and has over 20 years of business leadership experience, including founding two successful businesses in trucking/logistics and consulting/investment sectors. His academic career includes roles at Colorado Technical University (enrollment management) and Southern New Hampshire University (teaching MBA classes).

Wellman’s research focuses on his Emotional Leadership Paradigm, merging emotional intelligence with biblical leadership principles. He teaches courses on organizational strategy, innovation, and high-performing teams. His entrepreneurial background and musical expertise as a percussionist inform his teaching style, emphasizing practical, hands-on learning experiences.

He has presented on emotional intelligence in biblical contexts and received the Rising Leader Award from Mass Mutual. His interdisciplinary approach blends business acumen with faith-based values, aiming to培养 students as ethical leaders in their workplaces.

Recent publications explore scenario planning failures (e.g., Palm PDAs, taxi industries), innovation processes, and real-time emotional management in organizations. He actively contributes to leadership development through the Band of Brothers non-denominational men’s group and online platforms like LinkedIn and YouTube.