About
Tim Wilkinson serves as Dean of the School of Business and Professor in the Department of Economics and Business at Whitworth University, where he has been a faculty member since 2012. Previously, he held leadership and faculty positions at Montana State University Billings, University of Akron, and Boise State University.
His academic credentials include:
- Ph.D. from University of Utah
- M.P.A. from University of Arkansas at Little Rock
- M.A. from Whitworth University
- M.A. from University of Balamand
- B.S. from University of Wyoming
Professor Wilkinson's research critically examines International Marketing and Global Strategic Management through ethical frameworks, with significant contributions to Servant Leadership and Marketing Strategy. His work bridges academic rigor and practical application, appearing in journals like Journal of International Business Studies and practitioner outlets including MIT Sloan Management Review. The award-winning book The Distribution Trap exemplifies his focus on avoiding strategic myopia in business models.
Analysis of his recent publications reveals a multidisciplinary trajectory spanning privacy ethics in digital identity systems, disaster response ethics, and sustainable urban development. His work increasingly integrates public policy perspectives with business strategy, demonstrating consistent engagement with real-world challenges from energy conservation to international trade promotion.
His scientific recognition includes:
- Berry-AMA Prize for best marketing book (The Distribution Trap)
As Dean, Wilkinson drives AACSB accreditation initiatives and cultivates research culture while teaching the Dean's Executive Speaker Series. His administrative leadership focuses on cost-effective business education within liberal arts contexts, evidenced by recent studies on resource allocation and educational value.
He directs Whitworth's School of Business operations and strategic vision, connecting academic programs with industry through executive engagement platforms.
