Dr. Down is a professor at the University of Portland’s Pamplin School of Business. His interests in teaching, research and consulting blend strategy, entrepreneurship and finance in technology environments.
Example projects include leading a study of the state of entrepreneurship in Portland and an examination of how firms achieve the right balance of strategic flexibility in their planning systems.
His degrees include a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Oregon State, an MBA from Harvard Business School and a PhD in strategic management from University of Washington.
“I am able to help companies and entrepreneurs think about and articulate their business model and strategies.”