Hal Gregersen is a respected leadership and innovation expert with a vast array of experiences in the academic world and business sector. He holds a PhD from the University of California, Irvine, a master's degree from Brigham Young University, and a bachelor's degree from the University of Utah. Currently, he works at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he is a Senior Lecturer in Leadership and Innovation.

Previously, Gregersen held various executive educational positions at leading business schools worldwide, including a stint as Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Chaired Professor of Innovation and Leadership at INSEAD in France. Additionally, he was a Visiting Professor of Organizational Behavior at Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College, and Aalto University in Finland.

Gregersen is a former Legislative Staff and Intern at United States Senate and has also authored and co-written several books on innovation, including 'The Innovator's DNA.' His credentials include being a Senior Fellow at Innosight and serving as the Executive Director of the MIT Leadership Center. Furthermore, he has been an Instructor for Global Leadership Fellows at the World Economic Forum.

Gregersen has also taught Organizational Behavior and Leadership courses at various universities, including Brigham Young University and Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Erie-Behrend College. Apart from his academic achievements, he is a professional photographer, and his photos can be found on the SFWorkshops website. Overall, Gregersen's extensive and varied experience has made him a valuable contributor to the academic and business worlds.