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James Greene serves as an Assistant Professor at the School of Business, University of the South, bringing extensive industry experience from his 15-year tenure as president and owner of Richland, LLC—a company recognized by INC Magazine as one of America's 5000 Fastest Growing Companies for five consecutive years.
His educational credentials include:
- B.S. in Engineering (Mechanical Emphasis) from the University of Alabama in Huntsville (2000)
- M.B.A. from Jack Massey School of Business, Belmont University (2004)
- D.B.A. in International Business from Walden University (2017)
Dr. Greene's research bridges business strategy, public administration, and rural development, with emphasis on human capital challenges in underserved regions. His work investigates gender dynamics in local government leadership and skilled labor retention in international firms operating in rural Tennessee, reflecting his unique perspective as a first-generation graduate and former engineering industry leader recognized by Engineering News-Record as a "Top 20 under 40".
His 2023 publications reveal a consistent focus on organizational behavior within constrained economic environments, particularly examining how international businesses navigate workforce challenges in rural communities and how women break barriers in county executive roles—contributing valuable insights to both academic literature and practical business applications.
Key recognitions include:
- Boy Scouts of America Good Scout Award (2024)
- Jack C. Massey Distinguished Alumni of the Year (2014)
- ENR Top 20 under 40 (2011)
- Citizen of the Week by The Pulaski Citizen (2008)
Dr. Greene actively engages in community service through elected positions including Giles County School Board Member (2006-2014) and Tennessee School Boards’ Federal Relations Network representative (2007-2014), though no current research grants or formal student advising relationships are documented in available sources.
