Smithfield, Rhode Island: Bryant University present Todd M. Alessandri, Ph.D. Named Dean of the School of BusinessHe joins Bryant from Northeastern University, where he served as associate dean for undergraduate education in the D'Amore-McKim School of Business. His first day as a Bulldog is July 22, 2024.
“Todd Alessandri has the vision and leadership skills Bryant needs to lead the College of Business into a bold new era.” Bryant University President Dr. Ross Gittel “We have ambitious plans for the College of Business and his distinguished background aligns with the strategic priorities of Vision 2030. We look forward to his leadership further expanding our impact both domestically and internationally.”
Alessandri comes to Bryant at a critical time. In the fall, the College of Business will move into the 250,000-square-foot Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Center. In addition to classrooms, the newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility will be home to lab spaces and centers, including the recently announced Hauck Sales Performance Lab and the Ellen Wilson Leadership Center. The College of Business' new facility also includes active learning and engagement hubs, including an Entrepreneurship Center, AI, Data Science and Digital Marketing Labs and a Maker Space. These new initiatives will significantly enhance experiential learning opportunities for Bryant students, drawing local, national and international business leaders to campus to mentor the business pioneers of the future.
“This is an exciting moment for the Bryant College of Business and Dr. Alessandri's strategic leadership and innovative thinking will help elevate Bryant's reputation. His proven excellence in developing challenging, future-oriented curriculum and experiential learning opportunities will position our students to be competitive in the 21st century.”st “The workforce of the century” Dr. Rupendra Paliwal, President and Chief Academic Officer, Bryant University
“Byrant University has an excellent reputation for business education, and the new College of Business building has created great momentum for the university.” Alessandri“I look forward to working with Bryant's incredibly dedicated and talented faculty to enhance and advance the interdisciplinary, globally-minded education for which the school is renowned.”
During his time at Northeastern, Alessandri was responsible for coordinating academic programs across three campuses: Boston, Oakland, California, and London. He oversaw the development and administration of interdisciplinary curricula while managing advisors and co-educational staff. He developed and implemented strategic plans to strengthen undergraduate business programs and, through collaboration with leadership, helped develop and implement new strategic initiatives across the university. Prior to becoming an associate dean, he led Northeastern's full-time MBA program. As a professor, he has taught at Northeastern University, Providence College, Syracuse University, and Babson. He has served as visiting professor at the following universities: He has been teaching at the Universita Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Piacenza, Italy, since 2012. Prior to joining academia, he held finance and accounting positions at Lifeline System, Inc. and PwC.
Alessandri joins Bryant University's College of Business, which continues to rise in the rankings. The school earned Money magazine's No. 6 ranking for undergraduate business majors. U.S. News & World Report ranks Bryant's international business program No. 17 in the U.S. Poets & Quants and U.S. News & World Report consider Bryant's online MBA one of the top programs in the country, ranking it No. 24 and No. 37, respectively. As a university, Bryant has achieved excellence in the U.S., with The Wall Street Journal ranking Bryant in the top 7% of America's best colleges. Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce ranks Bryant in the top 1% nationally for return on investment.
“I am excited to see what the future holds for the College of Business,” he continues. Alessandri“I am proud to lead this during this time of transformation.”
About Bryant University
For more than 160 years, Bryant University has been at the forefront of providing an excellent education that anticipates the future and prepares students to be innovative, distinctive leaders in a changing world. The University offers a uniquely integrated academic and student life experience through nationally recognized academic programs at the intersection of business, liberal arts, and health and behavioral sciences.
Located on a modern, 428-acre campus in Smithfield, Rhode Island, Bryant University enrolls approximately 3,800 undergraduate and graduate students from 38 states and 49 countries. Bryant is recognized as a leader in the top 1% of the nation in student educational outcomes and ROI, and regularly receives high praise from U.S. News and World Report, Money, Bloomberg Businessweek, The Wall Street Journal, College Factual, and Barron's. Bryant
The Vision 2030 strategic plan sets an exciting trajectory for Bryant University. Priorities include an excellent academic ecosystem, vibrant student life, competitive sports and facilities, and promoting access and economic mobility. vision2030.bryant.edu
