Dan LeClair

As CEO of the Global Business School Network (GBSN) since 2019, Dan has been stewarding efforts to improve access to quality, locally relevant management education for the developing world. With his leadership, the Washington, DC-based non-profit has more than doubled its membership, expanded its global footprint, and initiated a series of innovative programs designed to engage students, faculty, and leaders in building more inclusive and sustainable communities. Dan also serves on advisory boards for several education startups and technology initiatives globally, as well as business schools in Brazil, Rwanda, Peru, India, Thailand, and Finland.

Prior to GBSN, Dan helped transform AACSB from a US accrediting body to a global thought leader and internationally respected quality assurance agency. He led AACSB’s strategic development, directed major advocacy and awareness investments, led the global expansion of its professional development portfolio, and is credited with starting the organization’s knowledge services. He also shepharded a three-year process to reconstruct accreditation standards on a platform of engagement, innovation, and impact.

Dan was officially recognized by the UN for pioneering efforts in the formation of its Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME). He was founding member and now is a Fellow of the Responsible Research in Business and Management (RRBM) initiative. Dan also played the lead role in creating a think-tank joint venture between the EFMD and AACSB and, throughout his career, has participated in many industry-level task forces for a wide range of organizations, including the Chartered Association of Business Schools, British Academy, Graduate Management Admission Council, Executive MBA Council, and Aspen Institute’s Business and Society Program.

Before AACSB, Dan was a tenured associate professor and associate dean at The University of Tampa. He earned a PhD from the University of Florida writing on game theory.