Shon Hiatt is an associate professor of business administration and faculty affiliate of the Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies. He researches entrepreneurship, global strategy, innovation and sustainability primarily within natural resource sectors.
Hiatt is Director of the Zage Business of Energy Initiative where 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.
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.
Hiatt is a Visiting Fellow at the National Center for Energy Analytics and Distinguished Fellow at the Hamm Institute for American Energy. Prior to joining USC, he was a faculty member at Harvard Business School.
INSIGHT + ANALYSIS
Cited: Shon Hiatt in Politico
“Essentially, TAE needed funding, and Trump Media Group was looking for investment opportunities. Given the Trump family’s history of investing in areas with supportive policies, this deal might indicate increased government support for nuclear energy — both fusion and fission — to power AI development,”
Cited: Shon Hiatt in E&E News
Shon Hiatt quoted, "It is not surprising that gas is getting a boost as AI deals get larger and technology companies look for around-the-clock power."
Cited: Shon Hiatt in E&E News
Google, NextEra strike deal to restart Iowa nuclear plant
Cited: Shon Hiatt in The Wall Street Journal
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
NEWS + EVENTS
Marshall Faculty Publications, Awards, and Honors: October 2025
We are proud to highlight the many accomplishments of Marshall’s exceptional faculty recognized for recently accepted and published research and achievements in their field.
Energy Business Summit Explores Impact of AI and Shifting Policy Landscapes
From mining and metals to hydrocarbons and finance, industry leaders share insights on emerging challenges and opportunities in the energy sector.
Marshall Faculty Publications, Awards, and Honors: September 2025
We are proud to highlight the many accomplishments of Marshall’s exceptional faculty recognized for recently accepted and published research and achievements in their field.
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 Zage 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 Zage 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.
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