Biography
• A results-driven learning and development (L&D) leader with 15+ years of experience in developing robust organizational learning infrastructure and innovative, engaging courses/training programs across the aviation and higher education sectors. • Extensive experience in leveraging creative problem-solving skills and best-in-class technologies to design and implement learning management systems (LMS) that meet changing learning needs to drive significant cost savings and revenue growth. • Proven success in training and leading cross-functional teams to seamlessly execute multibillion-dollar global projects by developing an extensive knowledge base and implementing best practices to enable continuous improvement in operations.
Education
  • Bachelor of Arts in Human Sciences
  • Master of Science in Organizational Leadership
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Education
  • Master of Arts in Human Sciences
Programs Taught
  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Forensic Psychology
  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology
  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology with an Emphasis in Performance and Sport Psychology
  • Graduate Certificate of Completion in GeroPsychology
  • Graduate Certificate of Completion in Health Psychology
Classes
  • PSY-495: Professional Capstone Project
  • PSY-630: Sociology of Aging
  • PSY-631: Death and Dying
  • PSY-633: Psychological, and Emotional, and Spiritual Aspects of Aging
  • PSY-650: Human Development
Research Interests
  • •Participated as an Expert Witness for Law Firm on aviation passenger accident. We won the case with 30 million – Foster vs. United Airlines
Publications
  • Castellano, B. (2009). Identification of the Requirements and Training to Obtain Driving Privileges on Airfields (Vol. 15). Transportation Research Board.. (2012). • ACRP Synthesis Project 11-03 Airport Ground Handling Practices.
  • Lynda. L. Foley PhD. (2014). Qualitative Case Study of Andragogy Perceptions and Culture at a major U.S. International Airport.
Licenses / Certificates
  • Teaching Online Pedagogies and Standards
  • Dissertation Chair Certification
  • Safety Management Series
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