Paul van Geest

Prof. Paul van Geest is a Full Professor at the Erasmus School of Philosophy, Erasmus University Rotterdam. His academic journey includes a PhD from the Catholic Theological University, Utrecht (1996), and advanced degrees from the Pontificia Universitas Gregoriana (Rome) and Leiden University. His research focuses on Theology, Patristics, monastic life, and Augustinian leadership paradigms, with interdisciplinary connections to organizational behavior and corporate governance.

• Education:
  • PhD in Theology, Catholic Theological University, Utrecht (1996)
  • Master of Sacred Theology (STL), Pontificia Universitas Gregoriana, Rome (1991)
  • Bachelor of Theology, Pontificia Universitas Gregoriana, Rome (1989)
  • Master in Dutch Language and Literature, Leiden University (1986)

Van Geest's work bridges ancient theological thought with contemporary issues, particularly leadership and organizational ethics. His recent publications explore Augustinian frameworks for sustainable success in organizations and interplay between theology and modern economics. He actively contributes to academic communities through editorial roles (e.g., Journal of Economics, Theology and Religion) and serves on boards like the Koninklijke Nederlandse Academie van Wetenschappen.

He has received prestigious honors such as the Knight Commander with Star of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre (2019). His outreach extends to public discourse via articles in Nederlands Dagblad, addressing broader cultural and theological themes.