Brian Hentz

Brian Hentz is a Senior Lecturer and Director of the Business Communication Center at the Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts Amherst. He holds a PhD from the University of Connecticut (2016), an MBA from Iowa State University (2005), an MA from the University of Oklahoma (1996), and a BS from West Chester University (1992).

• PhD, University of Connecticut, 2016
• MBA, Iowa State University, 2005
• MA, University of Oklahoma, 1996
• BS, West Chester University, 1992

His research focuses on communication across the curriculum, professional development for adults, and transitional learning. He explores how adults adapt to new challenges through mental models and sustainability education. Teaching interests include plain style writing, reflective practice, storytelling for professionals, and multimodal communication strategies.

His publications analyze topics like sustainability in business education, coping mechanisms for job loss, and curriculum development for adult learners. He has contributed to journals such as Business and Professional Communication Quarterly and Adult Learning.

No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. However, his role as Director of the Business Communication Center highlights his leadership in academic communication initiatives.

He advises students in business communication and adult learning programs, though specific grant details are not provided. His work integrates theoretical research with practical applications in professional communication.