Jeff LeBlanc

Dr. Jeff LeBlanc is a professor, leadership strategist, and award-winning educator specializing in business strategy, organizational behavior, and workplace engagement. He is the creator of the Engaged Empathy Leadership Model™ (EELM™), a research-backed framework designed to help leaders balance kindness, fairness, and structure to foster high-performing, engaged teams.

Dr. LeBlanc holds degrees in Communication, an MBA, and a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) with a focus on Organizational Leadership. He has taught at Bentley University and other institutions, where he equips students and professionals with the tools to navigate the evolving workforce. His innovative teaching methods earned him Bentley University’s Innovation in Teaching Award for his Gen Z-focused curriculum.

Beyond academia, Dr. LeBlanc has worked with businesses, startups, and industry leaders to implement structured, empathy-driven leadership practices that drive retention, performance, and workplace satisfaction. His insights have been featured in Fast Company, Boston Business Journal, and Black Enterprise, and he regularly speaks at corporate and academic events.

A passionate advocate for practical, research-based leadership development, Dr. LeBlanc’s work bridges the gap between theory and application. His research on Gen Z leadership preferences and employee engagement has influenced how organizations adapt to the changing workforce.

Outside of teaching and consulting, he serves on the board of Haverhill Promise, a literacy initiative supporting young readers in his hometown of Haverhill, Massachusetts. For more insights and resources, visit www.jeffleblancdba.com.