Ronald L. Dufresne

Ronald L. Dufresne is a Professor of Management and Director of the Leadership, Ethics and Organizational Sustainability Program at Saint Joseph’s University. He holds a PhD in Organization Studies from Boston College (2006), an MS in Organizational Studies from Boston College (2005), and a BS in Engineering Management from the United States Military Academy, West Point (1994).

• Professional Experience:
• Professor of Management, Saint Joseph’s University (2012–present)
• Associate Professor of Management, Saint Joseph’s University (2006–2012)
• Instructor of Management, Boston College (2002–2006)

His research focuses on ethical leadership, integrity in leadership, and organizational resilience. He explores how organizations and leaders navigate crises, develop ethical character, and foster learning through critical incidents. Notable works include studies on hypocrisy monitoring, workplace spirituality, and the role of improvisation in leadership development.

Dr. Dufresne has received multiple merit awards from Saint Joseph’s University for teaching, research, service, and advising. He also won the Beta Gamma Sigma Professor of the Year (2014) and Alpha Sigma Nu Teacher of the Year (2017).

His grants and advising contributions involve projects on ethical leadership development, crisis management, and leadership learning from critical incidents. He has collaborated with institutions like the United States Military Academy to study character development and ethical systems.