DBA Chronicles Podcast Episodes
Episode 046: Walking Alone, Leading Together with Dr. B
Dr. Chaka Blackman-Lee joins DBA Chronicles to trace a lifeand career shaped by resilience, service, and purpose — from Panama and Brooklyn to nonprofit leadership, consulting, and a DBA at Fox School of Business, Temple Univ...
Episode 045: Building Resilience: A DBA Journey Through Construction,…
In this powerful episode Dr. Vince Hafeli takes us from thejobsite to the boardroom — and into the hard, honest work of healing. Vince shares a 40-year career in construction (starting 1985), his long journey to formal educat...
Episode 044: The ROI of a DBA with Dr. Alan Turovlin
In this episode of DBA Chronicles, we welcomed and sat down with Dr. Alan Turovlin—Program Director of the UNC Charlotte DBA program to unpack the true return oninvestment of earning a Doctor of Business Administration. Whet...
A DBA’s Journey Through Healthcare, Entrepreneurship, and Impact with…
Welcome to another engaging episode of DBA Chronicles !This week, Amy, Kelly, and Valrie sat down with the dynamic and multitalented Dr. Joseph Arrington—a healthcare professional, entrepreneur, athlete, researcher, and proud...
Episode 042: Navigating Supply Chain Strategies with Sean Doherty
What happens when a startup veteran with a passion foroperations decides to dive deep into academic research? In this episode, we’re joined by Sean Doherty, founder and CEO of Sierra Delta Advisors and current DBA student at ...
Episode 041: Corporate Social Responsibility at the Crossroads: Strat…
In this episode of DBA Chronicles, hosts Dr. Kelly Burch,Dr. Valrie Grant and Dr. Amy Horner sat down with two distinguished DBA graduates and musicians, Dr. Frank Dukes (VP, Finance Manager, Global Transaction Services at Ba...
Episode 040 : Resilient on Purpose: Burnout, Calling, and the Cost of…
In this heartfelt and insightful episode of DBA Chronicles , we turn the spotlight on our very own co-host—now proudly Dr. Kelly Burich. Fresh from crossing the stage at UNC Charlotte’s Doctoral Hooding Ceremony, Kelly steps ...
Episode 039: Digital Pathways to Economic Equity with Jevon Wooden
In this powerful episode of DBA Chronicles, we welcome ascholar, veteran, and visionary—Jevon Wooden, current DBA candidate at the University of Houston, founder of Bright Mind Consulting Group, and a dynamic force in empathe...
Episode 038: Coordinates of Change – Val Loves Maps!
In this very special episode, we flip the script — literally as one of our co-founders, Dr. Valrie Grant, steps into the guest seat. Fresh off her successful defense, Dr. Grant takes us deepinside her dissertation- Factors In...
AI, Ambition & the DBA Journey with Dr. Pawan Anand
Join us for a fascinating episode of DBA Chronicles as we welcome Dr. Pawan Anand, a technology executive, award-winning innovator, and scholar of Temple University’s DBA program. In this episode, Dr. Anand shares his remarka...
Episode 036: The Journey to Being Dr. Amy Horner
In this inspiring episode of DBA Chronicles , co-host Dr. Amy Horner steps into the guest seat to share her journey through the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program. Amy opens up about the motivations behind pursui...
Episode 035: Empowering Teens in Recovery: The Mission of Emerald Sch…
Welcome to a special episode of DBA Chronicles! In this episode, we are honored to participate in Podcasthon , the world's largest podcast charity initiative, bringing together over 1,600 podcasts worldwide to raise awareness...
Episode 034: The Future of the DBA with Dr. Philip Cola
In this thought-provoking episode of DBA Chronicles , we sat down with Dr. Philip Cola, a distinguished scholar and leader in the DBA community, to discuss the future of the DBA degree and its growing importance in business e...
Episode 033: Exploring Perfectionism in Women Leaders with Dr. Rachel…
In this episode of DBA Chronicles , we welcome Dr. Rachelle Martin who recently earned her Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL). Dr. Martin’s dissertation explores perfectio...
Episode 032: The Psychology of Choice with Dr. Tina Wilson
In this fascinating episode of DBA Chronicles , we welcome Dr. Tina Wilson, a 2021 graduate of the Georgia State University DBA program, to explore the psychological underpinnings of decision-making. Dr. Wilson shares her car...
Episode 031: Unlocking the DBA Value Proposition with Dr. Stéphane Th…
In this thought-provoking episode of DBA Chronicles , we are joined by Dr. Stéphane Thion, Executive DBA Program Manager at TBS Education, to explore how Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programs serve as catalysts for...
Episode 030: Reflections - Celebrating 30 Episodes of DBA Chronicles
In this special milestone episode, co-hosts Kelly, Valrie and Amy, reflect on their incredible journey through 30 episodes of DBA Chronicles and their shared DBA experience. This candid and heartfelt conversation delves into ...
Episode 029: : Doctoral Consortium - What is it About? - Insights fro…
In this engaging episode of DBA Chronicles , we sit down with Dr. Bart Cambré, Associate Dean of Research and Valorization at Antwerp Management School. With a unique career journey that spans academia, consultancy, and even ...
Episode 028: Authorship and Accountability in Research with Dr. Lisa …
Have you ever wondered how authorship is determined for published works with multiple contributors? What defines an "intellectual contribution," and how are disputes over authorship resolved? In this insightful episode of the...
Episode 027: Grandma’s Kidneys with Dr. Emoy Reid
In this compelling episode of DBA Chronicles, our hosts dive into a rich conversation with Dr. Emoy Reid, a newly minted Doctor of Business Administration and experienced healthcare consultant. Dr. Reid recounts her unique ca...
Episode 026: Leveraging AI in your DBA Journey with Raymond Kusch
In this compelling episode of DBA Chronicles , our hosts Amy, Kelly and Valrie sat down with Raymond Kusch a remarkable entrepreneur and retired US Army veteran who shares his incredible journey from military service to becom...
Episode 025: Accreditation Matters: Elevating DBA Programs with Dr. E…
In this insightful episode of DBA Chronicles, recorded live at the 14th Annual Engaged Management Scholarship Conference (EMS) in the UK in September our hosts sat down with Dr. Ekin Pellegrini, Associate Dean for Graduate Bu...
Episode 024: The DBA As A Generator of Impact with Professor Michel K…
In this episode, we sit down with Professor Michel Kalika, who shares his fascinating journey, from creating the first DBA program in a French university to founding the Business Science Institute, which now boasts over 200 a...
Episode 023: Bridging the Wealth Gap: A look at the Entrepreneurial J…
In this insightful episode of DBA Chronicles, we sit down with Frederick Jackson, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, to discuss his inspiring educational and professio...