Truit Gray

Dr. Truit Gray is an Assistant Professor of Management at Bowling Green State University's Schmidthorst College of Business. His research focuses on workplace social status, emotions, teams, leadership, and methodological rigor in survey design and measurement. He teaches courses in organizational behavior, human resource management, leadership ethics, and research methods.

Education:

• Ph.D., Business Administration (Management), Oklahoma State University (2022)
• M.S., Finance, Vanderbilt University (2016)
• B.A., Financial Markets and Economic Analysis, Rockhurst University (2015)

Research Interests: Dr. Gray explores how social hierarchies and emotions shape workplace dynamics. He specializes in designing surveys that minimize bias and enhance validity, with a focus on reflective and formative measurement models. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in leadership, team performance, and ethical decision-making.

Publications: His research has appeared in Journal of Management and Journal of Organizational Behavior, with a focus on narcissism in teams, moral emotions, and methodological advancements. Book chapters address survey design challenges and sampling strategies.

Professional Activities: He serves on dissertation committees for the Executive Doctorate in Organizational Change & Development and is affiliated with the Academy of Management, Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology, and Southern Management Association.