Greg Thrasher, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Management at Oakland University

Biography

Completed his Bachelor of Psychology at the University of Windsor, Canada and his Master's and Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology at Wayne State University, USA. His research primarily focuses on the application of lifespan psychology theories to the development of leaders. He has written several peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on the effect of age on topics such as motivation, leadership, and the work-life interface. Greg also facilitates leader development programs applying these principles to the lifelong development of diverse organizational leaders.

Favourite Leader: Ernest Shackleton

Favourite quote: "In my opinion, we don’t devote nearly enough scientific research to finding a cure for jerks." - Bill Watterson

Paper/Book/Author that inspired your work: Not by Chance Alone - Elliot Aronson

What research area are you most excited about for the future? The role of identity management and growth across the lifespan.