Tom Gentile, Inaugural Executive-in-Residence, Assumes Expanded Executive Advisor
Role at Barton School
Dec. 13, 2023
By Barton School of Business
About the Barton School of Business
The W. Frank Barton School of Business is the home of real and applied learning.
A place where students apply knowledge gained from faculty and business leaders while
developing professional and life skills. The Barton School is among the top 1% of
business schools worldwide, with double AACSB accreditation in business and accounting.
The school is housed in an award-winning building, Woolsey Hall, which serves as a
cornerstone for challenging yet supportive educational opportunities. Woolsey Hall
also features remarkable artwork, sculptures, gardens and The Promise Bridge, a 300-foot-long
pedestrian bridge over the water in front of the building.
Barton School of Business is delighted to announce that Tom Gentile, the inaugural
Executive-in-Residence back in 2021, will now serve as the Executive Advisor to the
Dean. Mr. Gentile, a distinguished global leader with a background in top executive
roles at Spirit AeroSystems, GE Capital, and other esteemed organizations, has also
been an engaged member of the School's Dean's "Fabulous 50" Advisory Board for the
past two years. His commitment extends to lending invaluable expertise and insight,
significantly elevating the collaborative endeavors of the board. Mr. Gentile earned
his bachelor’s degree in economics magna cum laude and MBA from Harvard University
and studied international relations at the London School of Economics.
"I'm thrilled to step into an expanded role at the Barton School of Business, building
on my impactful journey as the inaugural Executive-in-Residence. Having been part
of the dynamic Dean's 'Fabulous 50' Advisory Board for two years, I'm excited about
infusing even more energy into providing strategic guidance and elevating the school's
global profile,” said Tom Gentile.
In his role as Executive Advisor to the Dean, his primary focus will be on advancing
the strategic direction, supporting the implementation of the School's transformative
Bloom Plan, and leading initiatives to elevate its global presence and reputation.
This encompasses providing valuable insights on key initiatives, fostering collaboration
between academia and industry, hosting fireside chats with leading experts, participating
in mentoring sessions with students, and contributing to the school's unwavering commitment
to excellence and innovation. His pro bono commitment in this role underscores a
steadfast dedication to fostering academic excellence and innovation within the business
community.
"Tom Gentile’s vast leadership experience and strategic acumen will undoubtedly enhance
our ability to navigate the dynamic landscape of business education. We look forward
to leveraging his insights as we continue to advance our mission of providing a world-class
business education," stated Dr. Larisa Genin, Dean of the Barton School of Business.
