COTRUGLI Welcomes Dr. Joseph C. Santora to Its Advisory Board
COTRUGLI Business School is proud to strengthen the international scope of its Advisory Board by appointing Dr. Joseph C. Santora, a renowned academic and researcher.
Dr. Santora brings decades of experience in global education. He currently serves as Dean and Director of Doctoral Studies and Research at the International School of Management in Paris, France. His leadership has shaped advanced academic programs and promoted a strong culture of research excellence.
He has also held visiting professorships at top universities around the world, including Monash University in Australia. This global experience reflects his deep understanding of cross-cultural education and international leadership.
A Career Rooted in Research and Real-World Relevance
Dr. Santora’s research covers key areas like leadership, change management, succession planning, and nonprofit governance. His current work includes a multi-country study on leadership succession in nonprofit organizations, which highlights his focus on practical challenges and real-world solutions.
He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals. His portfolio includes articles, teaching cases, book chapters, and reviews. His scholarly work has earned him awards such as the Outstanding Paper Award from the Literati Network and the Highly Commended Paper Award from Development and Learning in Organizations.
Editorial and Industry Leadership
Dr. Santora is the founding editor of the International Leadership Journal, where he continues to serve as editor-in-chief. Through this platform, he promotes global dialogue on organizational leadership and development.
He also sits on the editorial boards of several leading academic journals, further reinforcing his status as a thought leader in the field.
Beyond academia, Dr. Santora has served as managing director for for-profit firms specializing in leadership consulting and staff development. This hands-on business experience brings a valuable industry perspective to his academic work.
He has also completed post-doctoral studies at both Harvard University and Princeton University, further enriching his academic foundation.
Dr. Santora’s appointment to the COTRUGLI Advisory Board reflects our commitment to global leadership, academic excellence, and real-world impact. We are honored to welcome him to our community.
