Rob  Cross

Rob Cross


Rob Cross is the Edward A. Madden Professor of Global Business at Babson College. For almost twenty years, his research, teaching & consulting have focused on applying social network analysis ideas to critical business issues for actionable insights & bottom-line results. He has worked with over 300 leading organizations across industries on a variety of solutions including innovation, revenue growth, leadership effectiveness & talent management. Ideas emerging from his research have resulted in three books, the most recent one titled, “Driving Results through Social Networks.” In addition to top scholarly outlets, his work has been repeatedly published in Harvard Business Review, Sloan Management Review, California Management Review, Academy of Management Executive & Organizational Dynamics. His work has also been featured in venues such as Business Week, Fortune, The Financial Times, Time Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, CIO, Inc. & Fast Company.