Biography

Natasha D. Adams is a distinguished Teaching Professor of Management at Siena College, where she is recognized for her expertise in organizational strategy, customer relations, team dynamics, personal and professional development, and bias awareness. In 2021, she was honored with Siena College’s Teaching Excellence Award, recognizing her outstanding commitment to student learning and innovative pedagogy.

A seasoned strategist, Adams brings a deep understanding of strategic frameworks to both the classroom and her professional endeavors. She earned an A.S. in Business Administration from Hudson Valley Community College, a B.S. in Marketing and Management from Siena College, and an M.B.A. from The College of Saint Rose.
Since joining Siena in 2015, Adams has served as Course Coordinator for key management and strategy courses, including MGMT211, BUDV150, and the senior-level capstone BUDV450. Prior to her academic career, she worked as Customer Relations Manager at the Group for Organization Effectiveness, managing over 400 corporate accounts—among them several Fortune 100 companies—while leading global training initiatives.

Adams’ professional background also includes leadership in print media management for national brands such as Bass Pro Shops and Dollar General, and two years as a label representative for Time Warner/Elektra/Atlantic Records. She is currently co-owner of an events company that hosts a major annual Fat Bike Rally, demonstrating her commitment to community engagement and entrepreneurship.
Dedicated to supporting the local business ecosystem, Adams has been actively involved with the Northeastern chapter of SCORE, mentoring entrepreneurs and small business owners. She also works closely with several nonprofit organizations in New York’s Capital Region, including IPH, the Southend Night Market Project, RISSE, and Living Resources. She currently serves on the board of Inclusive Saratoga