Peter Cohan

Peter S. Cohan, a Lecturer of Strategy at Babson College, embodies a unique blend of academic expertise and real-world business acumen. With a diverse background spanning teaching, management consulting, angel investing, and authorship, Cohan brings a multifaceted perspective to his roles. He teaches a range of courses on strategy and entrepreneurship, including offshore electives, while maintaining an active strategy consulting practice that has served over 150 global technology companies. As an angel investor, Cohan has invested in seven startups, with three acquisitions exceeding $2 billion. His insights are shared through columns in Forbes and Inc., and he has authored 12 books on startup strategy and growth. Holding degrees from Swarthmore College, MIT, and Wharton, Cohan contributes to several key programs at Babson, including "Rise to Leadership: Become a CEO" and the "Executive Leadership" Professional Certificate. His approach combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, preparing students for the complexities of modern business leadership and entrepreneurship in a technology-driven world.