John R. McIntyre, professor of Strategy and Innovation and executive director of the Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER), passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026, leaving behind a lasting legacy of global scholarship, institutional leadership, and deep commitment to international business education.
McIntyre joined Georgia Tech’s then-School of Management in 1981 and quickly became a defining force in shaping the Institute’s global perspective. As the founding director of CIBER, he helped establish one of the nation’s leading programs dedicated to advancing international business education and research.
“John’s dedication positioned Georgia Tech as a key contributor to conversations at the intersection of business, policy, and global economic development,” said Dean Anuj Mehrotra. “He was a beloved professor, mentor, and friend, and he will be greatly missed.”
As well as his professorship at Scheller, McIntyre held a joint appointment in the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs where he brought an interdisciplinary lens to his teaching and research. He worked tirelessly to ensure that both disciplines were accurately represented and that his students understood the complexities and nuances surrounding business and international affairs.
Over the course of his career, McIntyre authored and coauthored several influential publications examining global economic systems, international policy, and business education in emerging markets. His work bridged theory and practice, reflecting a deep understanding of how institutions, governments, and industries interact on the world stage.
In 2009, he received the State of Georgia Governor’s International Award, honoring his impact on advancing global business understanding and education. The same year, the President of France named McIntyre to the National Order of Merit for his work in promoting Franco-American direct investment.
Colleagues and students alike will remember McIntyre for his intellectual curiosity, global fluency, and dedication to expanding perspectives beyond borders. Fluent in French, Italian, and Spanish, he embodied the very international mindset he championed in his work.
Georgia Tech mourns McIntyre’s passing and extends its sincere condolences to his family, friends, students, and colleagues. His impact as a business educator, an international affairs practitioner, and an influential scholar will continue to be felt by the Georgia Tech and the Scheller community through the countless lives he touched.
For details on John McIntyre’s memorial service and to leave a message for his family, please visit his memorial page.