- MBA from Appalachian State University, BS from UNC Chapel Hill
- University Department Management
- Location Plato Wilson 120-J
- Phone Number 336-841-4697
- Email [email protected]
Ken Crews is a Professor of the Practice of Management at High Point University, Earl N. Phillips School of Business. He transitioned to academia after a 40-year career as a senior human resources executive and operations management leader. His extensive corporate background spans home furnishings, manufacturing, and consumer product goods. Ken held leadership positions at Lexington Home Brands, Inmar Intelligence and Douglas Battery Manufacturing Company.
Ken holds an MBA degree from the Walker School of Business at Appalachian State University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Relations/Political Science from UNC-Chapel Hill.
He also holds certifications as a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SP) and a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).
Ken previously served as an adjunct at High Point University and for the past eight years at Duke University. In addition, Ken serves on multiple community non-profit boards in leadership roles and is also a member of National SHRM and Winston-Salem SHRM.
In 2017, Ken received the Lifetime Achievement Award by North Carolina SHRM (NCSHRM) and was inducted into the NCSHRM Hall of Fame for his achievement and service to the Human Resources profession in North Carolina.