Danny F. Ellis

Danny F. Ellis is a Senior Teaching Instructor in the Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management at the College of Business, East Carolina University. He teaches courses in Supply Chain Management and Business Decision Modeling and is nationally recognized for his expertise in leadership and organizational development.

His educational background includes an MBA from East Carolina University and a PhD from Capella University. These qualifications support his applied teaching and professional development initiatives.

Dr. Ellis's research and professional interests center on leadership principles, organizational development, healthcare management, and cultural competency. He emphasizes practical application, stating, 'you can’t teach what you don’t know and you can’t lead where you won’t go.' His work extends into health disparities, race relations, and grant writing, reflecting a commitment to social impact and organizational effectiveness.

While no recent publications are listed, his professional presentations at national, state, and local levels indicate active engagement in knowledge dissemination across leadership and management disciplines.

• Leadership and Organizational Development
• Healthcare Policy and Management
• Supply Chain and Business Analytics

Dr. Ellis has significant professional experience, having served in roles such as Director of Sales/Marketing and Hospital Administrator. He has led projects in market analysis, human relations, and organizational assessment. Though no formal advising or grant details are mentioned, his project leadership suggests experience in securing and managing initiatives. He is also involved in the Miller School of Entrepreneurship and other college centers, contributing to student development and community engagement.

He is actively involved in the College of Business through teaching, outreach, and professional service, contributing to programs like the Bureau of Business Research and the Crisp Small Business Resource Center.