Thomas Grossman

Professor Tom Grossman likes to see non-technical people harness the power of analytics and technology to lead their organizations. His interests include business analytics, spreadsheet engineering, spreadsheet information systems, managerial communication of analytical work, and analysis-driven process improvement.

He spent the early years of his career at an analytics consulting firm working on large-scale systems for operations and planning in the United States and Scandinavia. His experience includes writing research and production software in multiple programming languages on multiple platforms.

Dr. Grossman holds a U.S. patent in revenue management analytics. He is a dedicated public safety volunteer, including service as CEO and operations leader of a 50-person volunteer search and rescue unit.

Education

• PhD, Management Science & Engineering, Stanford University, 1994
• MS, Engineering-Economic Systems, Stanford University, 1985
• BS, Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana, 1984

Prior Experience

• Professor roles at Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley, Haskayne School of Business at University of Calgary
• President, Spreadsheet Productivity Research Interest Group
• Analytics Consultant, Decision Focus, Inc.
• CEO, Operations Leader, and SAR Technician, Bay Area Mountain Rescue Unit

Awards & Distinctions

• United States Patent 7,133,848, "Dynamic Pricing System," 2006
• Hurricane Award, Spreadsheet Productivity Research Interest Group, 2011
• Bay Area Mountain Rescue Unit Distinguished Achievement Award, 2010