Contributors – Joseph Albright

Dr. Joseph Albright is an accomplished educator and seasoned professional with a strong background in supply chain management, project management, and business systems consulting. Dr. Albright holds a Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, where his research focused on firm performance, value co-creation, and AI perception through the procurement unit. He also holds an MBA with a concentration in IT Management and a BS in Accounting, both from Bradley University.

With a teaching philosophy centered on creating interactive, student-centered learning environments, Dr. Albright has served as an adjunct professor at Bradley University for the past 10 years and Indiana University (Kokomo and East campuses) for the past 3 years. His courses cover a broad spectrum, including Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, Macroeconomic Theory, Financial and Managerial Accounting, Financial Reporting and Analytics, Financial Modeling, Statistics for Business and Economics, Business Management, and Finance. He emphasizes real-world applications, critical thinking, and inclusive learning, aiming to inspire students to become agents of change.

Professionally, Dr. Albright has extensive experience, particularly in supply chain management. Dr. Albright worked for nearly 20 years at Caterpillar Inc., where he held various global leadership roles in business system training, global supply network management, IT, and procurement. He is also the Vice President of Spend Right Consulting, specializing in business systems and process implementation. Dr. Albright’s expertise is further solidified by certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), and Six Sigma Black Belt. His dedication to both academia and industry positions him as a highly influential figure in his field.