Pepperdine’s Stephen Rapier Recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Educators for Excellence in Higher Education

Pepperdine Graziadio faculty member Stephen Rapier, PhD, has been honored by Marquis Who’s Who Top Educators for his outstanding contributions to higher education, leadership, and marketing expertise. Part of the Marquis Who’s Who Top Professionals series, this recognition highlights professionals who have achieved a high level of distinction and impact in their respective fields.

Since joining Pepperdine in 2008, Dr. Rapier has brought a wealth of industry experience to the classroom, teaching courses such as Marketing Management, Global Brand Management, and Luxury Brand Management. His courses integrate real-world consulting projects with renowned companies like Tabasco and Cisco Systems, offering students hands-on experience in strategic marketing.

Beyond academia, Dr. Rapier has held leadership roles in top organizations, including serving as president of Sebring Hard Disc Systems and executive vice president of The Artime Group. His extensive career also includes advisory roles, consulting, and contributions to professional journals.

A respected thought leader, Dr. Rapier has been featured in Forbes, U.S. News & World Report, BusinessWeek, and KTLA TV. His dedication to education and mentorship continues to shape the next generation of marketing professionals at Pepperdine Graziadio.

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