Christopher L. Cynkar

Christopher L. Cynkar is an Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at the Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University, where he has taught since 2006. His academic focus spans entrepreneurship education, franchising strategies, and business innovation. He also engages with the Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship as a mentor, supporting startup initiatives and student ventures.

• Academic Affiliation: Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University (2006–present)
• Non-Academic Roles: President/Owner of multiple businesses including Garrett County Self Storage (2006–present), TriPoint Healthcare (2007–2014), Cool Pair Plus (2001–2005), and Shenango Valley Quikprint (1999–2003).
• Education: MS in Industrial Administration (1998) and BS in Economics (1995), both from Carnegie Mellon University and University of Pennsylvania respectively.

Teaching Interests & Activities: He has designed and taught courses such as Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition, Franchising, and Digital Marketing and Social Media Strategy, with recent courses running through 2025. His pedagogical approach emphasizes practical applications in business creation and operational efficiency.