Jim Leonard
About Jim Leonard
Jim Leonard is a seasoned educator and consultant with extensive experience in quality management and organizational development. He has worked at various institutions, including Worcester Polytechnic Institute and the China Institute for Innovation, and has authored a book on education reform.
Work at Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Jim Leonard worked at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) for a total of 29 years, from 1986 to 2015. During his tenure, he held the position of Instructor and later served as an Adjunct Professor in Graduate Operations and Industrial Engineering from 2012 to 2015. His long-standing association with WPI contributed to the academic development of numerous students in the field of engineering.
Current Role at Quality Support Group, Inc.
Since 2013, Jim Leonard has been serving as a Senior Consultant at Quality Support Group, Inc. in Peabody, Massachusetts. In this role, he provides expertise and guidance to organizations seeking to improve their quality management processes. His extensive background in education and industry positions him to offer valuable insights to clients.
Lecturer at China Institute for Innovation
Jim Leonard has been a lecturer at the China Institute for Innovation in Shanghai since 2012. He works with companies in China both independently and in his capacity at the institute. His role involves sharing knowledge and best practices in innovation and quality management with Chinese businesses.
Published Author and Speaker
Jim Leonard has authored articles published in various journals, including the Industrial Physicist Magazine, the Juran Report, South Carolina Business, and Quality Progress. He has also been a speaker at conferences organized by the American Society for Quality and the American Association of School Administrators, sharing his expertise in quality and education.
Educational Background
Jim Leonard studied at several institutions, achieving a B.S. in Management and Economics with an Engineering Minor from The George Washington University in 1975. He later earned an MBA in Organization Development from Clark University between 1980 and 1983. Additionally, he studied Mechanical Engineering and Analytical Management at the United States Naval Academy.