Dr. Sohvi Heaton, New Associate Professor of Management

In the fall of 2023, Northeastern State University proudly welcomed Dr. Sohvi Heaton to the College of Business and Technology. Armed with a Ph.D. in Management Studies from the University of Oxford, Dr. Heaton specializes in teaching Business Strategy and Policy. Her academic journey is nothing short of remarkable.

During her tenure at the World Bank in Washington D.C., Dr. Heaton had the unique opportunity to lead a business plan competition in Lebanon, igniting her passion for teaching. Coming from a family of educators, she discovered her calling in helping students learn how to teach themselves.

At NSU, her primary focus lies in strategic management, with secondary interests in entrepreneurship and innovation. Beyond her academic pursuits, her work at the World Bank, where she concentrated on debt relief initiatives for heavily indebted poor countries, has provided her with valuable insights into international development.

Dr. Sohvi Heaton's presence at NSU promises to be a beacon of wisdom and inspiration. Her wealth of knowledge, combined with her passion for teaching, will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the NSU community.