Joshua Ehrig

Joshua Ehrig is a senior professor of practice in the Department of Management at Lehigh University, where he combines his passion for entrepreneurship, business model innovation, and strategy with a deep commitment to teaching. Known for his ability to bring complex concepts to life through real-world applications, Professor Ehrig has been recognized with the MBA Teaching Excellence Award six times and the College of Business Undergraduate Business Teaching Excellence Award, underscoring his dedication to student growth and success.

What drives Professor Ehrig is the belief that the best learning comes through action. Over the years, he has created impactful opportunities for students and professionals to bridge the gap between academia and the business world. Through his intrapreneurship and corporate innovation programs at the Vistex Institute for Executive Education, he partners with organizations—from emerging startups to Fortune 500 companies—to help them innovate and thrive in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. As a sought-after speaker, mentor, and advisor, he collaborates with accelerators, incubators, and academic institutions to share his expertise and leave a lasting impact on the business community.

Professor Ehrig’s leadership extends beyond the classroom and into the broader field of entrepreneurship and strategy. He has received prestigious fellowships in business, innovation, and engineering, further solidifying his influence. Whether mentoring students, advising entrepreneurs, or speaking at industry events, his commitment to fostering innovation and growth is central to everything he does. For Professor Ehrig, teaching is not just about imparting knowledge—it’s about making a meaningful, tangible difference in the lives of his students and colleagues.

Before entering academia, Professor Ehrig successfully founded and led multiple new ventures, managing various aspects of their development—from initial concept and strategy to growth and eventual acquisition. His entrepreneurial expertise spans all facets of business, including operations, finance, marketing, and strategic planning. In addition, he has held advisory roles across a range of industries, offering strategic insights that have helped organizations refine their direction and achieve growth. This combination of hands-on business experience and academic knowledge enables him to offer a unique, practical perspective in the classroom, demonstrating how business theory translates into real-world success.

Professor Ehrig holds a B.S. in Business and Economics, an M.A. in Political Science, and an M.A. in the History of Business & Technology, all from Lehigh University. He was honored as a Business and Industry Scholar, Presidential Scholar, and a member of Beta Gamma Sigma, and has furthered his education through programs at MIT, Harvard, UC Berkeley, and Stanford.