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About the Assistant Dean
John Meletiadis Ed.D.
Assistant Dean
Dr. John Meletiadis serves as Assistant Dean of the Center for Global Business Programs (CGBP) and Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Lubin School of Business at Pace University. He provides strategic and operational leadership for the Center, leading the School's internationalization efforts through the development of global partnerships, customized executive and academic programs, and faculty-led international travel courses. Dr. Meletiadis works closely with Lubin faculty, department chairs, and senior leaders at business schools around the world to expand experiential learning opportunities, strengthen international collaborations, and advance the School's global strategy.
As part of his leadership portfolio, Dr. Meletiadis is responsible for driving the internationalization of the Lubin School of Business and leading Pace University's strategic initiatives in Asian markets, a region of significant long-term importance to the University's global growth strategy. His work focuses on developing high-impact institutional partnerships, expanding international student mobility, and creating innovative global engagement opportunities that enhance the University's academic reputation and international presence.
Dr. Meletiadis earned his Doctor of Education from New York University in 2014. His research examined the academic, social, and cultural integration of international students in U.S. higher education, reflecting his longstanding commitment to international education and student success. He also holds an MBA from Georgetown University, where he specialized in Marketing and International Business, and a bachelor's degree in Economics and Political Science from New York University, graduating magna cum laude.
Before joining Pace University, Dr. Meletiadis worked as a consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and as a financial analyst at Citibank. His corporate experience, combined with more than two decades of leadership in higher education, enables him to bridge business strategy with academic innovation and institutional growth. He also completed Pace University's inaugural two-year Fast-Paced Leadership Development Program, further strengthening his expertise in organizational leadership and strategic management.