Jerome DuBose

Jerome DuBose serves as Deputy Director of Military Education, Senior Teaching Fellow, and Program Manager for the National Security Fellows Program at the Louisiana Tech Research Institute (LTRi). Leveraging his 30-year U.S. Air Force career (culminating as a Chief Master Sergeant) and expertise in Defense, Financial Management, and H.R., he bridges academia and the Department of Defense while leading professional development initiatives in strategic leadership, innovation, and Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3).

• Bachelor’s in Business Administration
• Master’s in Management and Leadership
• MBA in Strategy and Organizations
• Doctorate in Business Administration (Innovation specialization)
• Executive Leadership Training from Cornell University’s SC Johnson School of Management

His research focuses on Innovation, Organizational Culture, Management Involvement, and Psychological Safety, aiming to foster environments conducive to high-performance cultures and ethical leadership. His work with Air Force Global Strike Command emphasizes transformative leadership aligned with cutting-edge academic research.

Jerome’s military and academic duality positions him as a strategic advisor, linking Louisiana Tech’s research capabilities to national security needs. His initiatives in Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) exemplify his commitment to advancing defense-related intellectual pursuits.

He is affiliated with the Louisiana Tech Research Institute, where he drives collaborations between academia and the Department of Defense, focusing on leadership development and organizational performance.