Ryan Raffaelli
About Ryan Raffaelli
Ryan Raffaelli is an Associate Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, specializing in organizational behavior and leadership. He has developed the MBA elective course 'Leadership Execution and Action Planning' and has advised various Fortune 500 companies and organizations on navigating technological change.
Current Position at Harvard Business School
Ryan Raffaelli has served as an Associate Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School since 2020. In this role, he teaches the MBA elective course 'Leadership Execution and Action Planning' (LEAP). He is also involved in executive education programs, including 'Leading and Building a Culture of Innovation' and 'Leading Change and Organizational Renewal.' His work focuses on developing leadership skills and fostering innovation in organizations.
Educational Background
Ryan Raffaelli has an extensive educational background. He studied at Harvard Business School, where he achieved the status of Post Graduate Research Associate. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from Georgetown University, a Master of Public Policy from Harvard Kennedy School, and a PhD in Management from Boston College. Additionally, he completed a Master of Science in Organization Studies at Boston College and participated in the Corporate Strategy and International Finance Programme at the University of Oxford. He also studied Organizational Ethics at Harvard University.
Previous Experience at Accenture
Before his academic career, Ryan Raffaelli worked at Accenture as a Manager in the Strategy Practice from 1999 to 2008. During his nine years there, he gained experience in strategic consulting, which has informed his research and teaching in business administration.
Research Focus and Contributions
Ryan Raffaelli's research introduces the concept of 'technology reemergence,' examining how organizations and industries adapt and reinvent themselves amid technological changes. His interests include organizational behavior and leadership. He has co-authored a working paper on organizational design and identity change at the Federal Bureau of Investigation and has been featured in The New Yorker for his analysis of Kodak's response to disruption. His work has contributed to the understanding of managerial careers and diversity management.
Advisory Roles and Impact
Ryan Raffaelli has advised leaders from various sectors, including Fortune 500 companies, startups, global nonprofits, and government agencies. His advisory roles leverage his expertise in organizational behavior and leadership, helping organizations navigate challenges and implement effective strategies.