Faculty Profiles

Dr. Tyrone D. Smith Jr. is a scholar-practitioner, educator, and executive leader specializing in People Analytics, Human Resources, People Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and organizational behavior and effectiveness. He brings extensive experience at the intersection of business strategy, workforce analytics, and human capital transformation across corporate, academic, and nonprofit sectors.
As a Management and Human Resources professor, Dr. Smith teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in management, organizational behavior, human resources, and analytics. His teaching philosophy emphasizes applied learning, data-informed decision making, and the responsible integration of emerging technologies—particularly AI—into organizational practice. He is deeply committed to creating inclusive, student-centered learning environments that connect theory to real-world organizational challenges.
Dr. Smith’s research and scholarly interests focus on AI-enabled HR decision making, people analytics, employee well-being, workforce planning, and the future of work. His work examines how organizations can leverage analytics and intelligent systems while preserving employee voice, trust, and ethical governance.
In addition to his academic work, Dr. Smith is globally recognized as a leader in People Analytics and AI in HR. He has been featured as a Top HR Tech Influencer by HR Executive and recognized by Black Enterprise for his leadership and impact. He actively serves on professional boards, advisory councils, and mentoring organizations, including the American Psychological Association and 100 Black Men of America, where he supports leadership development, education, and workforce readiness initiatives.