Faculty

Department: Graduate Business

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background: (Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BA Business Administration, Florida International University
• MBA Business Administration, St. Thomas University
• Graduate Certification in Taxation, University of Hartford
• Graduate Specialization in Finance, University of Phoenix
• Graduate Specialization in Accounting University of Phoenix
• Graduate Specialization in Administration, University of Phoenix
• DBA Business Administration, University of Phoenix

Professional Experience:

Dr. Salas-Amaro is an accomplished higher education administrator, business faculty, and licensed federal tax practitioner. His extensive professional experience in business leadership, accounting, taxation, and financial services provides a unique insight into managing organizations. Dr. Salas-Amaro has also published and presented for the International Academy of Business and Economics (IABE), and the Academic Organization for Advancement of Strategic and International Studies (Academic Oasis). Dr. Salas-Amaro was appointed to the Board of Directors of Delta Mu Delta, International Honor Society for Business.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Graduate Student's and Employer's Perceptions of Online Learning
• Best Practices in Graduate Online Business Courses

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Dr-Cheryl-Lentz/dp/0997439998
• https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Armando-Salas-Amaro

Department: Psychology (IO)

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:

• BA Psychology, Dartmouth College
• MS Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Georgia Tech
• PhD Psychology, Georgia Tech

Professional Experience:

Dr. Bracken was an editor and contributor to “The Handbook of MultiSource Feedback” (2001) and “The Handbook of Strategic 360 Feedback” (2019). He has been both an internal staff member and external consultant to varied organizations. As an internal staff member, his experience includes Xerox and BellSouth. As a consultant, he has worked for National Computer Systems, Personnel Decisions Intl, Towers Perrin, Mercer Delta Consulting, Kenexa and OrgVitality. He is a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science and the Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology and a Certified Executive Coach.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Organizational Feedback Processes (e.g., 360 Feedback)
• Performance Management

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• Research Gate Profile: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/David-Bracken-2

Department: Graduate School Business (IO)

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:

• DBA (Doctor of Business Administration) in Organizational Leadership from Northcentral University
• MS (Master of Science) in Organizational Leadership from Southern New Hampshire University
• Graduate Certificate in Integrated Marketing Communication from Southern New Hampshire University
• BA (Bachelor of Art) in Public Communication with a minor in Sociology

Professional Experience:

I have worked in academia for close to two decades. I have taught at multiple colleges and universities via online and traditional face-to-face format. I have taught at both the graduate and undergraduate level in the areas of management, leadership, and marketing. My research interests lie in the areas of servant leadership, toxic leadership, finance, and organizational climates to name a few. I believe the investment of knowledge in my students is an invaluable contribution in their lives and mines.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Servant leadership
• Toxic leadership
• Finance
• Organizational climates

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Shereka-Browne

Department: Graduate School (IO)

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:

• BBA Accounting, Howard University
• MBA, Accounting, University of Maryland
• DBA, Accounting, Argosy University

Professional Experience:

Dr. Cezair has 20 + years of college level teaching experience and 10 years of corporate experience having worked for such organizations as the U.S. Federal Government, Deloitte & Touché and Citibank. Dr. Cezair has certifications as a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Fraud Examiner and a Certified Management Accountant. Dr. Cezair has performed professional services in her field which include reviewing new textbooks for various publishers, reviewing submissions to various refereed journals and professional conferences Dr. Cezair has presented research papers at conferences nationwide. She has been a member of the Keiser family for 13 years.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Fraud examination
• Auditing
• International Accounting

Department: Criminal Justice (IO)

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BA Psychology & Dramatic Art, University of California, Santa Barbara
• MA Theatre, Royal Holloway, University of London
• MPhil Criminological Research, University of Cambridge
• PhD Criminology, University of Cambridge

Professional Experience:

Dr. Barbara Cooke holds a Ph.D. in Criminology and an MPhil in Criminological Research from the University of Cambridge Institute of Criminology. She is a subject matter expert in prison-based dog-training programs and altruism programs. Dr. Cooke's undergraduate degree is in Psychology and Dramatic Arts from the University of California Santa Barbara. Prior to moving into the field of criminal justice and criminology, Dr. Cooke earned an MA in Theatre from Royal Holloway, University of London. Subsequently, Dr. Cooke decided to pursue her passion for criminological psychology and rehabilitation at the Institute of Criminology, University of Cambridge.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Program evaluation
• Correctional programming and rehabilitation
• Prison-based dog-training programs

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=lQfekZkAAAAJ&hl=en

Department: GS Business

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• Bachelor of Science in International Business, Florida Metropolitan University, Pompano Beach, FL
• Master of International Business, MIBA, Nova University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
• Doctor of International Business, DIBA, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Professional Experience:

Dr. Eggertsson is currently the Chair of GS Business at Keiser University, where he also teaches international business courses. He ran his international marketing firm where he exported parts and components globally. He also has experience in the local real estate market. He has published several journal articles and is the Editor-it Chief for Journal of International Management Studies

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Dr. Eggertsson's research interests are in various international business topics.
• Dr. Eggertsson has published a few articles with his former students.

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• https://ejbr-journal.org/EJBR-JOURNAL/Default.aspx

Department: Accounting

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BGS General Studies, Northern Illinois University
• MBA Business, Rockford University
• DBA Business Administration/Accounting, Argosy University

Professional Experience:

Dr. Ferrell began teaching in 1997 in a business college. After completing her Doctor of Business Administration/Accounting, she taught for many colleges and universities as an adjunct professor. Finally in 2010, Dr. Ferrell began teaching for Keiser University. Prior to teaching accounting, Dr. Ferrell worked in accounting and spent 16 years working in public housing. Other experience includes banking and retail.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Retirement studies.

Department: Education

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BA Education, University of Nebraska
• MS Education, University of Nebraska
• Ph. D., Administration, Curriculum, and Instruction University of Nebraska

Professional Experience:

Dr. Gatewood has a BA, MS, & Ph.D. from the University of Nebraska. She has worked as a chemistry teacher, professional development specialist, National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)/National Science Foundation (NSF) state director, professor of graduate research, educational technology and instructional design & technology, program chair and dissertation chair and advisor. She has published several articles, served as a book contributor and journal editor.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Instructional Design
• Educational Technology

Department: Psychology

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BA Speech Communication, St. Cloud State University
• MS Communication Studies, Minnesota State University, Mankato
• PhD Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Capella University

Professional Experience:

Accomplished leader including 15 years of experience leading organizations in significant change efforts as a Manager/President/CEO of for-profit and non-profit organizations. Academic experience includes 4 years teaching undergraduate students and 10 years as a graduate student professor. Authored the Servant Leadership Manual and 16 peer-reviewed publications. Student research project mentor and research lab facilitator, avid public speaker, and proud advocate of academic freedom and religious expression.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Student research lab
• Servant Leadership, religion, and spirituality

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=gDpbWsgAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao
• https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Daniel-Kuchinka

Department: Graduate Psychology

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BA Psychology, San Francisco State University
• Ph. D. Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Capella University

Professional Experience:

Dr. Richard A. Mendelson has served as Faculty in the Graduate Psychology Department of Keiser University since late 2012. His areas of research interest include the applied aspect of emotional intelligence, politically-based maltreatment in the workplace, and chronic pain. In addition to his duties as a Professor, he also serves as a Consultant and Expert Witness. He has presented and/or consulted for groups such as the International Space Medicine Consortium, InnovaSpace, and The Central European Bank.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Politically Based Maltreatment in the Workplace
• Emotional Intelligence
• Chronic Pain/Medicine

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=GmzOhyMAAAAJ&hl=en
• Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Richard-Mendelson
• Academia.edu: https://keiseruniversity.academia.edu/RichardMendelson

Department: Business

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BBA Baruch College
• MBA Long Island University
• DBA Business Administration Nova Southeastern University

Professional Experience:

27 years of business, healthcare, consulting, and marketing experience. Professor, researcher, and advisor.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Consumer Behavior
• Marketing

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• https://scholar.google.com/citations?view_op=new_articles&hl=en&imq=jeff+ritter#
• ResearchGate

Department: Education

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BA Psychology, Rutgers University
• MS Student Personnel Administration, New York University
• EdD Higher Education Administration, Florida International University

Professional Experience:

The “electrifying” Dr. Rosa was raised in New Jersey. Growing up, he did not believe he had the academic or financial means to attend college. He accompanied a friend on college tours where counselors encouraged him to apply. As a first-generation college student and active student leader, he developed a passion for higher education. He has worked in the private and public sectors and held positions in residence life, student services, human resources, and academic affairs. He is passionate about motivating students to earn college degrees, and being a university professor has allowed him to make an even greater difference.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Generational Differences
• Assessment

Department: Psychology

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BA Psychology, University of Missouri- St. Louis
• MA Psychology: Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Missouri- St. Louis
• PhD Psychology: Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Missouri- St. Louis

Professional Experience:

Dr. Laurie Slifka is a research neuropsychologist and has served as a faculty member in the Graduate Psychology Department since 2017. Her research, focusing on the brain integrity of individuals affected by HIV and early life stress, has been funded by the National Institutes of Health. Additionally, Dr. Slifka has authored over 25 peer-reviewed publications. Beyond her faculty duties, Dr. Slifka is the Chair of the Graduate School Teaching and Learning Center. With a deep commitment to education, she applies her extensive research and training experience to enhance her teaching and mentoring.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Statistics
• Teaching and Learning

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=LHFeY34AAAAJ&hl=en
• Research Gate:https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Laurie-Slifka

Department: Graduate Business

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BS Accounting, Harding University
• CPA, State of Texas
• MS Economics, Georgetown University
• PhD Economics, University of Arkansas

Professional Experience:

Dr. Tucker has been teaching for Keiser University since 2013. He primarily teaches Managerial Economics in the MBA program, and Global Economics in the DBA program. He also serves as Chair and Committee Member for student dissertations in the DBA program. Dr. Tucker's research interest is in the integration of faith and economics. He has published several journal articles on the subject and has been a featured speaker at several conferences.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Dr. Tucker's research interest is in the integration of faith and economics
• Dr. Tucker has also co-authored several articles with his former students.

Department: Criminal Justice/Homeland Security

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• B.S. Management/Human Resources, Park College
• M.S. Criminal Justice, University of Alabama
• Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis and Resolution, Nova Southeastern University

Professional Experience:

Dr. Vecchi has over 30 years of law enforcement experience. He is also a U.S. Army Veteran. He formerly served as Chief of the FBI Behavioral Science Unit and was a career FBI negotiator. In these positions, he gained extensive experience assessing and interacting with violent offenders with a focus on understanding their motivations and the meaning behind their behavior. Dr. Vecchi uses this knowledge and understanding of offender behavior to enhance his teaching, training, research, and consulting activities. Dr. Vecchi specializes in behavioral threat assessment, threat prevention and management, and threat response. Dr. Vecchi also provides expert witness consulting in targeted violence, police procedures, confirmation bias, negotiation, and behavioral analysis.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• Targeted violence
• Threat Assessment
• Threat Prevention
• Threat Response
• Personal Protection
• Negotiation
• Behavioral Analysis

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C29&q=Gregory+Vecchi&btnG=

Department: Criminal Justice/Homeland Security

KU Email address: [email protected]

Educational Background:(Credentials, degrees or colleges attended)

• BS Psychology, University of Phoenix
• MS Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Capella University
• PhD Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Capella University

Professional Experience:

Dr. Steven Whitaker is an industrial/organizational (I/O) psychologist and industrial/organizational (I/O) psychology professor for the Graduate Psychology Department. Prior to teaching at Keiser University, Dr. Whitaker completed a two-year teaching assistantship, and as an industrial/organizational psychologist with significant education and experience, he is competent in teaching students to be critical thinkers about and how to apply I/O psychology to assess and improve individual, group, and organizational dynamics in work environments. Within I/O psychology, Dr. Whitaker maintains expertise in consultation for various organizations in applying competency-based, multicultural, and ethical approach of I/O psychology in work environments through data-driven management objectives.

Any special research related projects or areas of particular interest:

• The interconnections of I/O psychology and technology and the psychological effects of technology at work
• Psychological safety

For further information and selected publications please visit:

• Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=pCzqcyAAAAAJ&hl=en
• Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Steven-Whitaker-3