Patrice Flynn is an American academic, author, and Fulbright U.S. Research Scholar specializing in global business, economics, and international studies. She holds the position of Distinguished University Professor and Morrison Professor of International Studies in the Bolte School of Business at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
Education
Flynn earned her doctorate in economics from the University of Chicago, where she specialized in international trade and development economics. She also holds a master’s degree in public policy and a bachelor’s degree in economics, though the specific institutions for these degrees are not publicly detailed in available sources.
Academic Career
Flynn joined Mount St. Mary’s University in 2010. Prior to this appointment, she taught at Johns Hopkins University and served as an adjunct faculty member at the George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs. She has also been a faculty member at the U.S. Department of Defense’s Pentagon, delivering courses on economics and global markets to senior military and civilian personnel.
In addition to her university roles, Flynn has held senior administrative positions in the nonprofit and higher‑education sectors, including:
- Vice President for Research at Independent Sector, a coalition of nonprofit organizations.
- Senior Vice President for Administration & Finance at Effat University in Saudi Arabia.
- Chief Executive Officer of Flynn Research, a consulting firm focusing on labor markets and global capitalism.
Research and Publications
Flynn’s research examines the intersections of global capitalism, labor market dynamics, civil society, and emerging geopolitical initiatives such as China’s Belt and Road (referred to in her work as “China’s New Silk Road”). Her work is interdisciplinary, integrating economic analysis with sociopolitical considerations across five continents.
She has authored and edited several books and scholarly articles, including:
- What Everyone Should Know About Business: A Primer (2023) – a textbook introducing core business concepts to undergraduate students.
- Numerous working papers published through the Mount St. Mary’s Working Papers Series, addressing topics such as global supply‑chain resilience, informal labor markets, and the impact of digital technologies on employment.
Awards and Honors
Flynn has been recognized for both scholarly excellence and community engagement. Notable honors include:
- Fulbright U.S. Research Scholar (award for research conducted in Russia).
- Lifetime Television’s “Women of the Year” award.
- The Richards Award for Teaching Excellence at Mount St. Mary’s University.
- Aspen Institute Scholar designation.
Professional Service
Flynn serves on the board of several nonprofit organizations, including Salvadoran Enterprises for Women (SEW), which supports women’s economic empowerment in El Salvador. She is a frequent speaker at international conferences on global business and labor economics and contributes op‑eds to public‑policy publications.
Public Presence
Flynn maintains a professional profile on platforms such as LinkedIn, where she lists extensive experience in operational oversight, program direction, and strategic planning within the utilities and higher‑education sectors. She is also listed in the Fulbright Scholar Directory and the Mount St. Mary’s faculty directory.
References
- Mount St. Mary’s University faculty directory – Patrice Flynn, Ph.D.
- Business Expert Press author profile – Patrice Flynn.
- Fulbright Scholar Program – Patrice Flynn, grantee profile.
Note: Information is drawn from publicly available university and publisher profiles; no private or unverified personal details are included.
