Rob Zeaske
About Rob Zeaske
Rob Zeaske serves as the Director of the Social Enterprise Initiative at Harvard Business School, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in the social sector, having previously worked in leadership roles at various organizations, including The GroundTruth Project and Second Harvest Heartland.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Rob Zeaske serves as the Director of the Social Enterprise Initiative at Harvard Business School. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the integration of social enterprise courses into the MBA curriculum and the Executive Education program. His role involves engaging with various sectors, including nonprofit, for-profit, and public sectors, to generate and share resources, tools, and knowledge that support social enterprises.
Previous Experience at The GroundTruth Project
Before joining Harvard Business School, Rob Zeaske worked as the Chief Operating Officer at The GroundTruth Project from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he focused on operational strategies and management within the organization, which is dedicated to supporting journalism and storytelling initiatives.
Educational Background
Rob Zeaske earned his MBA from Harvard Business School, where he studied from 2000 to 2002. Prior to that, he completed his undergraduate studies at Stanford University, obtaining a BA in Political Science from 1991 to 1995. His educational background provides a foundation for his work in social enterprise and management.
Career in Nonprofit and Social Sector
Rob Zeaske has extensive experience in the nonprofit sector. He served as Chief Executive Officer at Second Harvest Heartland from 2008 to 2019, leading efforts to combat hunger. He also held roles at Mercy Corps as Fellow and Program Strategy Manager from 2002 to 2004, and at Jumpstart as Sr. Vice President of External Relations from 2005 to 2008. His career reflects a commitment to social impact and community engagement.
Early Career and Development
Rob Zeaske began his career at SCORE! Educational Centers, where he worked as Manager for the Mid-Atlantic Region from 1995 to 2000. His early experiences in management and education set the stage for his later roles in leadership and strategy within various organizations focused on social good.