Billy E. Vaughn, PhD

Profile: Dr. Billy E. Vaughn is a cognitive cultural psychologist with extensive expertise in cultural diversity leadership, organizational change, and fairness in organizational decision making. He is the Senior Managing Partner and Director of the Diversity Executive Leadership Academy at Diversity Training University International.

Education:

Ph.D. in Cultural-Cognitive Psychology, University of California, San Diego

M.A., Long Beach State University

B.S., University of California, San Diego

Professional Experience:

Senior Managing Partner and Director, Diversity Executive Leadership Academy, Diversity Training University International.

Core Faculty Member, California School of Professional Psychology

Consultant and Trainer for numerous organizations, including Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies, and educational institutions

Dissertation Chair, Walden University

Publications and Research:

Authored several books and articles on managing diversity, multiculturalism, and intercultural communication, including Reimagining Fairness: An Equity, Cultural Diversity, and Inclusion Competency Approach.

Developed Collision Course, an interactive game that explores the intersection of cultural diversity and fairness.

Awards and Recognitions:

National Association for Multicultural Education National Achievement Award

Various Multicultural Teaching and Multicultural Pioneer Awards

Professional Affiliations:

Member, American Psychological Association

Board Member, Asian Americans in Public Affairs (San Francisco)

Member, South Beach Yacht Club

Key Skills:

Organizational Change and Effectiveness

Training and Learning Systems Design

Cultural Competence

Managing Emotions in Intercultural Interactions

Perceptions of Fairness and Equity

Instructional Design

Organizational Behavior and Assessment

Additional Activities:

Civic engagement and board memberships in various community organizations

Interests include fly fishing, kayaking, boating, and traveling