Who is Dr. Susan?
Who is Dr. Susan?
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As an educator with a rich background in the corporate world, my journey from the corporate sector to academia has been guided by a deep commitment to empowering aspiring scholars on their doctoral paths.
My goal as a mentor is multifaceted: I aspire to ensure that individuals who decide to pursue a doctorate do so with unwavering positivity. It's important to me that they feel confident in their choice, understanding the profound impact it can have on their future.
Additionally, I am dedicated to equipping learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the intellectual journey successfully. Together, we map out the steps to complete this demanding but rewarding journey, breaking it down into manageable milestones.
Finally, students are encouraged to envision their roles within their chosen fields. It is my firm belief that each student brings a unique perspective and set of talents that can make a meaningful contribution to the academic community and beyond. My aim is to nurture this sense of purpose and help students discover where they will fit into the broader academic landscape.
My role is that of a guide, a supporter, and a facilitator of growth and learning. Whether you are a student, colleague, or fellow educator, feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns. In our collective journey, my role is not just an instructor; I am a partner in scholarly growth.
Let's embark on this transformative journey together with a growth mindset, embracing challenges as opportunities for learning and growth.
My goal as a mentor is multifaceted: I aspire to ensure that individuals who decide to pursue a doctorate do so with unwavering positivity. It's important to me that they feel confident in their choice, understanding the profound impact it can have on their future.
Additionally, I am dedicated to equipping learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the intellectual journey successfully. Together, we map out the steps to complete this demanding but rewarding journey, breaking it down into manageable milestones.
Finally, students are encouraged to envision their roles within their chosen fields. It is my firm belief that each student brings a unique perspective and set of talents that can make a meaningful contribution to the academic community and beyond. My aim is to nurture this sense of purpose and help students discover where they will fit into the broader academic landscape.
My role is that of a guide, a supporter, and a facilitator of growth and learning. Whether you are a student, colleague, or fellow educator, feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns. In our collective journey, my role is not just an instructor; I am a partner in scholarly growth.
Let's embark on this transformative journey together with a growth mindset, embracing challenges as opportunities for learning and growth.
Background
Background
As you explore my teaching portfolio, get to know the educator behind the experiences and insights shared within these pages. My journey as a passionate educator is deeply rooted in a multifaceted career that spans over three decades.While serving as the founder and chief insights officer of a distinguished research and insights firm, I gained the experience of facilitating more than 17,800 qualitative sessions and managing countless quantitative and hybrid-methodology studies. These experiences allowed me to collaborate closely with Fortune 500 corporations and smaller enterprises, helping them unearth the essential insights that are pivotal to their success. My reputation in the practitioner research world is built on the foundation of employing creative research methodologies that unearth the profound insights required for crafting actionable marketing strategies, strategic planning, and brand development.Transitioning into the realm of education has been a fulfilling journey that allows me to put my significant body of experience to work for students and academic institutions. My approach to teaching is grounded in a set of (sometimes fun) descriptors shared by learners, peers, and clients alike:
- Disruptive Researcher: I approach education with the same innovative spirit that characterizes my research endeavors.
- A MENSA Mind: A commitment to intellectual rigor and a quest for excellence underscore my teaching philosophy.
- Focused on Actionable Insights: My goal is to equip students and peers with insights that translate into tangible outcomes.
- Perpetual Student: I believe that learning is a lifelong endeavor, and I'm committed to growing alongside those I teach.
- Highly Collaborative: Collaboration is at the heart of our journey together; all contributions are valued.
- Committed to the Success of Others: Student success is my ultimate objective.
- Gym Enthusiast (Minus Cardio!): I embrace a balanced lifestyle and encourage others to do the same.
- Talented Chef & Food Enthusiast: Just as education nourishes the mind, a good meal nourishes the soul.
- Technology Aficionado: Technology enhances accessibility, engagement, and connection.
- Business Savvy: My extensive business acumen informs my approach to teaching.
- Leading Edge > Bleeding Edge: Staying ahead of the curve is a philosophy I apply in both research and education.
Teaching Experience
Teaching Experience
2018 - Present
Capella University (School of Business, Technology, & Health Care Administration)
Assistant Professor- Instruct and mentor 65-85 online doctoral-level learners per quarter, focusing on developing their critical thinking skills.
- Utilize Canvas LMS to engage learners, deliver course materials, and maintain grade records.
- Mentor doctoral candidates in applying critical thinking to topics, literature reviews, methodologies, and analyses.
- Establish clear expectations, foster independence, and encourage open communication within the doctoral programs.
- Utilize generative AI to encourage student research as well as provide relevant, formative feedback.
- Engage learners through virtual interactive 1:1 sessions, discovery huddles, and real-world insights sharing.
- Collaborate with faculty to enhance assessments, promote academic integrity, and guide doctoral learners.
- Participated as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the university-wide restage of doctoral residencies and qualitative research methods
Houston Christian University (Dunham School of Business)
Adjunct Faculty- Design and deliver diverse marketing-related courses to MBA candidates and undergraduate seniors, emphasizing the application of a Christian ethical mindset.
- Utilize the Blackboard learning system to communicate with students, record grades, and track attendance.
- Provide fair and consistent feedback on students' performance, employing rubrics to grade assignments.
- Redesigned several graduate and undergraduate marketing courses in role of SME as interactive online experiential project courses.
- Utilize generative AI to encourage student research as well as provide relevant guidance and feedback.
- Enhance courses with additional engaging content, incorporating huddles and social media sources.
Education
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Marketing (2017)
Capella University, Minneapolis, MNDissertation: The Measured Influence of Supplier CSR on Brand Performance Expectations in B2B Relationships.MS in Analytics (2022)
Capella University, Minneapolis, MNThesis: Influence of Organizational Culture on Belongingness Among U.S. Remote Workers.Master of Business Administration (2003)
University of Texas at Austin, TXBachelor of Business Administration (1999)
Houston Christian University, Houston, TXHigher Education Teaching Certificate (2023)
Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
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