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Cynthia West is a Clinical Associate Professor and Director of the Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics at Chapman University's Argyros College of Business and Economics. With 30 years of experience as a sales and marketing leader in tech startups, she has revitalized the Center by securing $2.2 million in funding, launching 8 new programs, and enabling community access through grants.
- Education: University of California, Santa Barbara (Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, Ph.D.)
Her research focuses on entrepreneurship, business ethics, and the intersection of technology and society. She has contributed to fields like SaaS transformation, AI-driven revenue management, and pandemic-era remote work strategies. Her 2001 book, Techno-Human Mesh, anticipated modern tech industry challenges.
Dr. West has received recognition for her mentorship and community impact, including two 2024 awards for her leadership. Her industry experience includes successful startup exits, corporate turnarounds, and executive roles in global sales.
- Scientific Awards
- Mentor of the Year 2024 (NAWRB)
- Partner of the Year 2024 (Brea Chamber of Commerce)
As a polyglot with conversational fluency in Spanish and French, she bridges international perspectives in her work. Her career spans both academia and tech innovation, reflecting a unique blend of theoretical and practical expertise.
