Robert O. Walton

Dr. Robert O. Walton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Decision Sciences and Analytics at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's College of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration and expertise in Aviation, Supply Chain Management, and Air Cargo Operations. Previously, he served as Executive Director of Campus Operations International and Associate Dean of Academic Support for Embry-Riddle in Europe.

Education includes a Ph.D. from Northcentral University and multiple master's degrees in Aviation, Logistics, and Business Administration from Embry-Riddle and Sacred Heart University. His research focuses on aviation safety, logistics innovation, and air cargo systems, with over 50 peer-reviewed publications and several textbooks.

Walton’s research trends emphasize safety analysis, additive manufacturing in aviation, AI applications, and gender demographics in aviation accidents. His award-winning work includes the 2019 Faculty of the Year and 2024 Teaching Award. He advises on academic governance as a Faculty Representative to the Board of Trustees and teaches courses in supply chain management, logistics, and aviation analytics.