Dr. Dennis J. Bava
Ed.D. University of the Pacific, USA
M.B.A. University of Connecticut, USA
B.A. California State University, USA

Email: dr.bava@bava.biz

Professor of Management and Chair of Transnational Leadership and Entrepreneurship

The Center for Transnational Leadership and Entrepreneurship focuses on helping academic institutions, businesses, and organizations tap their internal creative powers to inspire corporate governance, management change solutions, and innovation within existing business models. As both Professor of Management at Tecnologico De Monterrey, Campus Santa Fe and Chair of the Center, the synergy resultant from the spectrum of innovation- our integrated expertise in strategy formation, process improvement, change management, and technology and product development- we help organizations establish a sustainable innovation premium, creating strong financial performance and accelerated growth. I also serve as Adjunct Professor in the Masters Division of International Economics and Management Program at SDA Bocconi University.

Active participation as an Adjunct Professor in the Masters Division of International Economics and Management at SDA Bocconi University in Milano, Italy. Most recent Lectures focused on the "U.S. Market System" and "Global Economic Challenges."

Formerly, Associate Professor of International Management at Franklin College, in the areas of Accounting, Finance and Strategic Management. Served as Chair of the Franklin College Faculty Senate and Member of the College-wide Curriculum Committee.

Formerly, Director of MBA Career Management, Fisher Graduate School of International Business (AACSB) at Monterey Institute of International Studies, Monterey, California.

Formerly, President of International Paper- East Asia and Taiwan.

Professional Accomplishments

Conference presentation of a Paper on research topic "Managing Through Variety: The European Style?" The conference was sponsored by the European Academy of Management (EURAM) and held at SDA Bocconi in Milano on April 3, 2003.

Conference presentation of a Paper on research topic "Managing an Emerging Growth Enterprise while Maintaining the Entrepreneurial Spirit in Family Owned Businesses: An International Perspective of Practice and Research." The conference was held on May 8, 2002.

Presented Paper on "Critical Issues In Family Business: An International Perspective Of Practice And Research" presented at the Angels Investors Venture Capital Forum in Palo Alto, California on December 18, 2001.

Chair of Higher Education Panel on: "Continuous Improvement and Innovations in Postsecondary Education" held at Santa Clara University on April 16, 2001.

Presented Paper on "Responsibility Center Management: A Financial Paradigm and Alternative to Centralized Budgeting" presented at the American Educational Finance Association 26th Annual Conference in Cincinnati, Ohio on March 24, 2001.

Faculty Representative to the California Consortia of Universities and Colleges charged with a mandate from the Governor’s Office for the State of California to develop: "Key Baseline Indicators for Continuous Educational Objectives through Involvement of Key Stakeholders in the Organizational Process."

Chair of the San Jose Chamber of Commerce Task Force responsible for: "Integrating the Business Community into the University Learning Process" through executive seminars and workshops held at various northern California colleges and universities.

Managing Partner in Quintessence Group Ltd., a Financial Management Consulting Group, responsible for: "High Tech/High Touch Cross-Cultural and Team Driven Student Orientation Process." The targeted improvements helped streamline the International Business Plan process and increased knowledge sharing of "Best Practices" among Institutions of Higher Education in northern California.

Awarded an Educational Development Grant to develop: "A Systematic Approach to the Positioning of an International MBA Program for Worldwide Constituents; Prospective Students, Executives, Entrepreneurs and International Businesses."

Developed and Implemented Career Placement Efforts for MBA Students which: "Increased Student Awareness And Preparation Resulting In A Record Number Of International Internships And Job Placements."

Works In Progress

Very active involvement in Institutional Service and Governance through elections to academic committees to support students, faculty and staff in their professional development and career expectations. Results underpin a marked improvement in motivation, productivity and retention. Collateral benefits also include institutional and personnel observations and findings which contribute to conference proceedings and paper presentations of scholarly research; the future publication in academic journals; and relevant executive seminars and workshops for business and industry.

Business Ventures

Involved as a General Partner in Bava Farms of California, an agricultural sole proprietorship. Also, responsible for Corporate Strategic Planning and Implementation through "Guiding Management Principles" which are collaboratively generated and are individually and collaboratively enacted. These guiding management principles include: Learning, Boldness, Collegiality, Collaboration, Diversity, Innovation and Service reinforced by high ethical standards and accountability.