Edward Arnheiter

Edward Arnheiter serves as a Clinical Professor in the Decision Sciences and MIS department at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business. His academic career includes prior roles as an Assistant Professor of Operations Management at the University of the Pacific (2016-2020) and a Clinical Associate Professor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1998-2010). He also brings significant corporate experience from positions including Quality Manager at Titleist, Senior Quality Engineer at Spalding Sports, and Quality Engineer at GE Defense Systems.

His research focuses on enhancing organizational efficiency through quality management frameworks, with core expertise in Lean Six Sigma, statistical quality control, supply chain optimization, and operations management. He investigates methodologies for process improvement across diverse industries, particularly in resource-constrained environments.

Publications demonstrate recurring themes in operational excellence, including adaptive Lean Sigma frameworks, root-cause analysis innovations, modular quality systems, and experiential learning in management education. His work often bridges theoretical models with practical applications through industry case studies.

Notable recognitions include:

• Teaching Fellow at Drexel's Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning (2022-2023)
• EFMD Case Writing Award for Continuous Improvement (2017)
• Dean's Distinguished Teaching Fellow Awards (Drexel University, 2014 & 2015)
• Connecticut Quality Council Service Award (2005)
• Alpha Pi Mu Industrial Engineering Honor Society (1996)