Justin Calabrese has officially begun his Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) studies at South College, an accredited institution based in Knoxville, Tennessee. South College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
Calabrese enters the doctoral program with a strong foundation in entrepreneurship, business leadership, and applied strategy. By his early thirties, he had built and scaled multiple ventures across industries, including a global online security company, an airsoft retail business, and an online department store. These experiences helped shape his approach to sustainable growth, operational discipline, and long-term value creation.
He holds an undergraduate degree in Entrepreneurship and a Master’s degree in Management from the University of Hartford. Professionally, Calabrese has worked as a technology coordinator and technical advisor for nonprofit organizations, focusing on digital transformation, systems implementation, technology strategy, and improving organizational efficiency through modern tools and processes.
The Doctor of Business Administration program at South College is designed for experienced professionals seeking to strengthen applied research skills, executive decision-making, and evidence-based leadership practices. Through the program, Calabrese plans to further explore the intersection of business strategy, technology, and organizational performance, with an emphasis on real-world application.
“This milestone represents a continued commitment to applied learning and practical scholarship,” said Calabrese. “The DBA allows me to build on real-world experience while contributing research that supports effective leadership and sustainable growth.”
South College’s accredited academic programs emphasize professional practice, academic rigor, and real-world relevance, making the institution a strong fit for the next phase of Calabrese’s academic and professional journey.