Grishma Shah is a distinguished academic and storyteller whose work has made a lasting impact on global business education. Currently Professor and Director of Global Business Studies at Manhattan College in New York, she holds a PhD in International Development/Business from Rutgers University. Her research explores the intersection of business, globalization, and culture, with a strong focus on India.

Born in Vadodara, India, and raised in the U.S. from the age of seven, Grishma’s early life in working-class environments shaped her deep appreciation for education and service. During her undergraduate studies at St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, she engaged in grassroots volunteer work and developed a profound connection with India’s evolving identity.

Her academic contributions include case studies featured in Harvard Business Review and Harvard Business School on companies like Twitter (X), Stoli Vodka, and Quattro Global Services. Passionate about experiential learning, she leads student study trips to India and incorporates storytelling to transform complex global issues into deeply human lessons.

Grishma has also volunteered with Operation Smile, participating in medical missions across India, Russia, Kenya, and beyond. Her work continues to bridge cultures, ignite empathy, and inspire students to become compassionate, globally minded leaders.