Dr. Jonathan Dapra, co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Alric Inc., is a seasoned expert in small business leadership development with over 20 years of diverse experience in executive roles, entrepreneurship, training, coaching, and academia. He holds a Doctorate of Business Administration and an MBA in strategy and currently serves as the Rosenblum Endowed Professor of Business at Plymouth State University.
Alric Inc., a leadership development company, focuses on supporting small to midsize business leaders. Their pioneering approach stems from a gap identified by Jonathan, where existing leadership literature primarily catered to large corporations, neglecting the specific needs of small businesses. In collaboration with Richard Dapra and Jonas Akerman, Jonathan co-authored the groundbreaking book, From 50 to 500: Mastering the Unique Leadership Challenges of Growing Small Companies.
The book targets the often-overlooked segment of business leaders at small companies and provides a comprehensive leadership model tailored to their distinct needs. It offers self-assessment tools and actionable insights to enhance leadership capabilities, empowering readers to drive meaningful impact within their organizations.
With a focus on enhancing leadership capabilities, Alric Inc. offers a range of services including assessment, leadership development, coaching, and strategy refinement. Their mission is to fill the void in tailored support for small business leaders, equipping them with the tools and insights traditionally reserved for executives in larger organizations.
Looking towards the future, Dr. Dapra envisions Alric Inc. as the go-to resource for small business leadership development. By acknowledging the unique challenges and opportunities faced by small companies, Alric aims to revolutionize how leadership support is delivered to this vital segment of the market.
In a landscape where small business leaders are underserved by conventional leadership resources, Dr. Dapra’s work and the forthcoming book, From 50 to 500, stand out as a beacon of guidance for those navigating the complexities of leading small to midsize enterprises.