Tina Opie

Dr. Tina Opie is an Associate Professor in the Management Division at Babson College, where she teaches organizational behavior courses to undergraduates and MBA students. She earned her Ph.D. in Management from New York University's Stern School of Business (2010), an MBA from the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business (1999), and a BBA from James Madison University. Her academic journey reflects a deep commitment to understanding organizational dynamics through multiple lenses.

• Ph.D., New York University
• MBA, University of Virginia Darden School of Business
• BBA, James Madison University

Dr. Opie’s research focuses on creating inclusive organizations by leveraging individual differences and promoting equity. She investigates conditions that motivate peripheral employees to engage, and explores reducing weight-based discrimination by shifting focus from appearance to health. Her Shared Sisterhood framework, developed with Dr. Beth Livingston, has become a cornerstone for addressing systemic inequities in corporate environments.

Her publications and presentations reveal a consistent focus on intersectional leadership, authenticity in workplaces, and dismantling systemic biases. The Shared Sisterhood book and methodology have been widely recognized, including Forbes 10 Best Business Books of 2022 and the George R. Terry Book Award (2024).

• George R. Terry Book Award (2024)
• Thinkers50 Breakthrough Idea Shortlist (2023)
• Forbes Best Business Books (2022)

As founder of the Opie Consulting Group LLC, she has worked with 12 organizations—including American Express, Hulu, and the NFL—to implement DEI initiatives. Her approach combines academic rigor with practical application, making her a sought-after consultant and keynote speaker who helps organizations navigate complex equity issues through vulnerability, trust, and collective action.