KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - TelAve -- Justin Calabrese, entrepreneur, author, and business strategist, has begun his Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) studies at South College, an accredited business school based in Knoxville, Tennessee. South College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees.

Calabrese brings to his doctoral studies a proven record of business achievement and leadership. By the age of 32, he had accumulated a multi-million-dollar net worth through a series of entrepreneurial ventures, including the development of an online global security company, an airsoft retail business, and an online department store retailer—demonstrating a consistent ability to build, scale, and sustain businesses across multiple industries.

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He holds an undergraduate degree in Entrepreneurship and a Master's degree in Management from the University of Hartford. Professionally, Calabrese has served as a technology coordinator for local nonprofit entities, where his work has focused on technology strategy, digital transformation, systems implementation, and organizational efficiency.

The Doctor of Business Administration program at South College is designed for experienced professionals seeking to strengthen applied research skills, executive decision-making, and evidence-based leadership practices. Through the program, Calabrese intends to further explore the intersection of business strategy, technology, and organizational performance.

"This milestone represents a continued commitment to applied learning and practical scholarship," said Calabrese. "The DBA allows me to build upon real-world experience while contributing research that supports effective leadership and sustainable growth."

South College's accredited academic programs emphasize professional practice, academic rigor, and real-world application.