Sharon Simmons

Dr. Simmons is a University Professor with years of experience delivering lectures, forums and community outreach. She holds a Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises from Syracuse University, a Juris Doctor / Masters from the University of Virginia Law School and a B.S. in Accounting from Hampton University. Her published research focuses on how formal and informal institutional contexts shape the venturing activities of experienced entrepreneurs. Dr. Simmons has global experience working with public and private institutions in the United States and its Territories, China, Scotland, London, France, Australia and Bahamas. Dr. Simmons has extensive advisory experience as a national senior manager for Deloitte, where she developed national level strategies and IRS audit resolutions for Fortune 100 Companies. She is also an accomplished entrepreneur who is skilled at opportunity identification, exploration and exploitation.