Jeremy Thornton, Ph.D. serves as associate dean and the Dwight Moody Beeson chair of business, professor of economics and the coordinator of the social entrepreneurship program at Brock School of Business. He teaches micro-economic theory, development economics, social entrepreneurship and international economics. Prior to his academic career, Thornton was involved in international economic development. In that role, he facilitated the design micro-finance and anti-poverty programs for civil society organizations in developing countries, primarily Latin America. His projects ranged from micro-lending programs for refugees to medium-sized agricultural and manufacturing operations.
Thornton’s current research emphasizes the influence of market competition on nonprofit organizations and financing for social enterprises.