The University of Digital and AI Management (UniDAIM) has conferred the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Entrepreneurship Education (Honoris Causa) upon Gregory Keith Grant, recognizing his outstanding contributions to entrepreneurship development, public-sector innovation, and academic advancement.
Grant holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management, and has pursued advanced studies in Educational Leadership. His academic background is complemented by extensive certifications across entrepreneurship, project management, and interdisciplinary fields, reflecting a strong commitment to lifelong learning and applied knowledge.
An entreprenologist and public-sector leader, Grant has distinguished himself through the design and implementation of scalable systems that expand access to entrepreneurship education, capital, and business opportunities. In his leadership role within local government, he has established four Entrepreneurship Workforce Development Education Centers, strengthening pathways for inclusive economic participation and community-level growth. His work has directly supported thousands of entrepreneurs through consulting, training, and access-to-capital initiatives, delivering measurable economic outcomes.
In addition to his practical impact, Grant has contributed to the academic field through research and publications that position entrepreneurship as both a scientific discipline and a tool for societal advancement. His interdisciplinary approach integrates philosophy, psychology, sociology, and anthropology, advancing the emerging field of entreprenology and shaping modern perspectives on entrepreneurial education and behavior.
His achievements have earned him several prestigious recognitions, including the Florida League of Cities Award for Civic Economic Advancement, the Think Bold Award for Small Business Equity and Government Impact, and honors from the Small Business Development Center at the University of North Florida for exceptional business consulting.
Grant’s career reflects a powerful blend of scholarship, leadership, and service. His ability to translate theory into practical systems that empower individuals and communities underscores the global relevance of his work.
By conferring this honorary doctorate, UniDAIM recognizes Dr. Gregory Keith Grant (h.c.) for his enduring commitment to innovation, economic inclusion, and advancing entrepreneurship as a driver of sustainable development.