Lesman is currently pursuing a PhD at Grenoble Ecole de Management, where he also serves as a teaching and research assistant. His academic work centers on marketing strategy and innovation, with a particular focus on developing customized data and evidence ecosystems that deliver actionable insights for marketing executives and inform policy recommendations to amplify strategic impact.
A Fulbright Scholar and Muskie Fellow, Lesman holds a master’s degree from Vanderbilt University, completed pre-graduate studies at Michigan State University, and earned his bachelor’s degree from Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University. His professional background spans roles at the World Bank in Washington, DC, the Wilson Center, and Coca-Cola HBC. Outside of academia and work, Lesman enjoys sports and spending quality time with his family and friends.