Steven W. Day

Dr. Steven W. Day serves as an Assistant Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship at North Carolina Central University's School of Business, where he teaches International Business (MGT 3250), Organizational Behavior (MGT 3700), and Entrepreneurship and Venture Management (MGT 4550). His work bridges academic research with community impact through initiatives supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Dr. Day's academic foundation includes:

• Ph.D. in Business Administration from Jackson State University (2018)
• M.B.A. in Marketing from Clark Atlanta University (2012)
• B.S. in Marketing from Virginia Union University (2009)

His research centers on entrepreneurship, organizational behavior, and strategic management, manifested through award-winning programs like the Faculty Entrepreneurship Certification Workshop and Faculty-Student Research Fellowship. These initiatives have driven curriculum innovation and collaborative research across 10+ HBCUs, emphasizing practical business applications and institutional capacity building.

Dr. Day maintains active research partnerships with Duke University, Virginia Tech, UNC-Chapel Hill, and Pepperdine University while leading Blaxplore—a nonprofit connecting the African Diaspora through cultural exchange. His community engagement in Durham focuses on economic development through business mentorship and educational programs, reflecting his commitment to translating academic work into tangible societal impact.