Shon Hiatt is an associate professor of business administration and faculty affiliate of the Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies. As Director of the Business of Energy Initiative, he leads a multidisciplinary team of faculty, students, and industry partners to advance solutions in global energy with a focus on business value creation through balancing energy security, safety, reliability, affordability, and cleanliness. His research examines entrepreneurship, global strategy, innovation and sustainability primarily within natural resource sectors. It has been published in leading academic journals and featured in popular media outlets.
He has received several awards for his scholarship and teaching, such as the Kauffman Junior Faculty Fellowship in Entrepreneurship, the Academy of Management and ARCS Emerging Scholar Awards, and the Golden Apple Teaching Award. Prior to joining USC, he was a faculty member at Harvard Business School.
INSIGHT + ANALYSIS
Quoted: Shon Hiatt in Gold Seek
Hiatt observes that the looming copper deficit couldn’t come at a worse time — with copper needs projected to skyrocket in the coming years.
Quoted: Shon Hiatt in WSJ
The WSJ reports U.S. natural gas storage is low, raising the risk of price spikes. Hiatt, however, is optimistic that producers can meet rising demand from AI and LNG, keeping prices in check.
Quoted: Shon Hiatt in NPR
Hiatt says copper demand over the next 20 years could match all historic production, driving up prices and straining supply.
Interviewed: Shon Hiatt in USEA Press Briefing
HIATT, director of the Business Energy Transition Initiative (BET) spoke at the United States Energy Association (USEA) Press Briefing on the new administration’s energy policies and the future of energy transition in the United States.
NEWS + EVENTS
USC Marshall in the Media: January 2025
USC Marshall School of Business faculty are featured in national and regional publications as thought leaders and experts in their fields.
USC Marshall Hosts Inaugural Energy Business Summit
The Business of Energy Transition Initiative gathered global business leaders and academics to discuss the future of energy innovation and transformation.
USC Marshall Executive Education Partners with Josh Bersin Company for Irresistible 2024
The conference brought together global HR leaders and their teams for three days of panels and talks.
Faculty and Staff Awards Honor Stand-Out Members of Marshall School
The Marshall community recognized their fellow faculty and staff for leadership, inclusivity, and excellence in teaching and research.
Q&A with Professor Shon Hiatt on Energy, Urgency, and Economics
The UN's COP 28 opens today with hopes to accelerate global climate action
Dean Garrett and Professor Adler Co-Lead New Sustainability Course
Supported by guest lecturers and industry experts, the course will explore the challenges and opportunities of the business of sustainability.
USC Marshall Launches Business of Energy Transition Initiative
Gift supports new initiative to advance research, experiential learning, and strategic partnerships related to the role of business in transitioning to sustainable energy systems.
Shon Hiatt Paper Wins Top Award
A Marshall researcher and co-authors reveal why some carbon-offset projects are approved and others are not.
Awards Season
USC Marshall announced a number of awards to faculty and staff in an end-of-semester virtual ceremony.
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