E. Kevin Renshler

E. Kevin Renshler serves as Director of Berry College's Sport Leadership and Strategy program and holds the rank of Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Kinesiology. His professional roles include over a decade in intercollegiate athletics, bridging practical experience with academic instruction. He specializes in sport management innovation, stakeholder-driven decision-making frameworks, and experiential learning through community engagement projects.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Sport Management, The Ohio State University
• M.S. in Exercise and Health Studies, Miami University (Ohio)
• B.S. in Biological Sciences, The Ohio State University

Research Focus: Dr. Renshler's work emphasizes value creation in sports ecosystems, organizational decision-making through stakeholder analysis, and curriculum development leveraging community partnerships to enhance both student learning and regional quality of life.

Professional Affiliations:

• Academy of Management
• United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE)
• North American Society for Sport Management (NASSM)

His teaching philosophy integrates real-world projects addressing challenges in sports facilities, fan experience optimization, and institutional strategy development.