Dr. Sheather's leadership and expertise have left an indelible mark on every institution he has been associated with, making him a respected figure in both academic and professional circles worldwide.
LEXINGTON, KY, August 23, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Simon J. Sheather, PhD, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Dr. Sheather, an esteemed expert in statistics and analytics, has made significant contributions to the field through his academic and professional endeavors. Since 2018, he has been the Gatton College of Business and Economics dean in Lexington, Kentucky. In this capacity, Dr. Sheather oversees a $65 million annual budget and participates in various strategic meetings. His leadership has been instrumental in expanding the student body, initiating new programs, and raising scholarship funds.
Before being recruited to his position, Dr. Sheather was a professor and academic director of the Master of Science analytics program at Texas A&M University from 2013 to 2018. He previously garnered success on campus as the department head of the statistics department between 2005 and 2014. Dr. Sheather's tenure at Texas A&M University was marked by significant advancements in the analytics program, helping solidify his reputation as a leading figure in the field.
Earlier in his academic career, Dr. Sheather held several positions at the Australian Graduate School of Management at the University of New South Wales from 1987 to 2005. He advanced from a lecturer to senior lecturer, associate professor, and full professor and directed the Master of Business Administration program. Additionally, Dr. Sheather lectured at the University of Melbourne between 1986 and 1987.
Dr. Sheather's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in statistics from the University of Melbourne in Melbourne, Australia, in 1981. He then earned a Doctor of Philosophy in statistics from La Trobe University in Melbourne in 1986. Dr. Sheather's academic achievements were greatly influenced by a distinguished mentor from Pennsylvania State University who collaborated with his doctoral advisor. This mentorship led to a visiting position at Pennsylvania State University and eventually paved the way for Dr. Sheather's career in the U.S.
Aside from his extensive education, Dr. Sheather is a fellow of the American Statistical Association. Beyond his professional affiliations, he has actively volunteered with the Boys & Girls Club. He has also become recognized for his writing contributions, including articles in various scholarly journals.
In light of his success, Dr. Sheather has received numerous accolades for his work in the field. He was the inaugural winner of the Business School Award for Excellence in Research at the University of New South Wales in 2003 and received the Paul Minton Award for Service to the Statistics Profession in 2024. He was also listed among the top 200 mathematicians worldwide in 2003 and among the top 2% of mathematical scientists twice. Moreover, Dr. Sheather's dedication to teaching was recognized with multiple teaching awards from the Australian Graduate School of Management in 1991, 1994, 1997, and 2000.
Dr. Sheather's career is a testament to his dedication to education and research in statistics and analytics. His leadership and expertise have left an indelible mark on every institution he has been associated with, making him a respected figure in both academic and professional circles worldwide. Looking ahead, Dr. Sheather aims to enhance the development of Gatton College of Business and Economics while continuing to support students and positively influence their lives.
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