Crystal Karn

Crystal Karn is an Associate Professor of Business at Indiana Tech's College of Business, with expertise in finance, leadership, and organizational communication. She teaches courses in Corporate Finance, Personal Finance, Risk Management, and Financial Services.

Educational Background:

• Ph.D. in Global Leadership, Indiana Tech (2013)
• M.B.A., Indiana Tech (2009)
• B.A. in Interpersonal & Organizational Communication, Purdue University (2004)

Her research focuses on leadership development, cross-cultural management, and financial education. She actively contributes to academic discourse through publications and presentations on topics like collaborative learning, organizational learning, and visionary leadership.

Recent scholarly output spans leadership presence, storytelling in pedagogy, and collaborative learning environments. Awards include the 2017 Leepoxy Faculty Award. She serves on editorial boards, curriculum committees, and advises the Indiana Tech Investment Club.