DBA Chronicles

Dr. Kelly Burich and Dr. Valrie Grant
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DBA Chronicles is a premier podcast dedicated to the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) journey. Whether you're a graduate, a current student, or contemplating this academic path, this podcast, hosted by seasoned DBAs, offers insights into the challenges, rewards, and nuances of pursuing a DBA. From your initial DBA aspirations to graduation and beyond, "DBA Chronicles" is your comprehensive guide. Subscribe and join the community on this journey!

  1. The Actor, the Audience, and the Business of Belonging with Dr. Conwell Worthington III

    7월 2일

    The Actor, the Audience, and the Business of Belonging with Dr. Conwell Worthington III

    What can Broadway teach us about leadership, organizational culture, innovation, and inclusion? In this episode of DBA Chronicles, hosts Dr. Kelly Burich and Dr. Valrie Grant welcome Dr. Conwell Worthington III—Broadway Stage Manager , Educator, and newly minted DBA, for a fascinating conversation at the intersection of theater, business, and applied research. Drawing on more than two decades of experience managing Broadway stages for national productions, Dr. Worthington shares how working behind the curtain shaped his philosophy of leadership, communication, and creating psychologically safe teams. He explains why the best managers often go unnoticed, much like the countless professionals whose work makes every successful production possible. The conversation explores his transition from stage manager to university educator and how he brings the principles of stage management into the business classroom, helping students understand leadership, adaptability, marketing, and organizational behavior through real-world stories from the performing arts. The episode also highlights Dr. Worthington's doctoral research examining racial representation in theatrical casting and its influence on audience engagement. His findings challenge assumptions about audience preferences, demonstrating that talent and performance excellence can transcend traditional casting expectations while offering practical insights for producers seeking to broaden and diversify theater audiences. In this episode you'll discover: Why leadership often happens behind the scenesLessons theater management offers every business leaderHow creating psychologically safe environments improves team performanceThe surprising parallels between stage management and classroom leadershipWhat research reveals about representation, belonging, and audience engagementWhy diversity is both a cultural and strategic advantageHow scholar-practitioners can bridge research and real-world impact Whether you're a business leader, researcher, educator, creative professional, or DBA student, this episode demonstrates how applied research can help solve real industry challenges while building more inclusive organizations and stronger communities.   Connect with Us LinkedIn: DBA Chronicles Website: ⁠www.dbachronicles.org⁠   Subscribe & Review If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to DBA Chronicles, leave a review, and share it with fellow researchers, practitioners, educators, and business leaders who believe the best ideas emerge when scholarship meets practice.

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  2. Episode 060: Sustaining the People Who Do the Work with Dr. Jeff Frey

    6월 18일

    Episode 060: Sustaining the People Who Do the Work with Dr. Jeff Frey

    What happens when the people dedicated to helping others begin to burn out themselves? In this episode of DBA Chronicles, we sit down with Dr. Jeff Frey, entrepreneur, healthcare executive, educator, researcher, and author, to explore one of the most pressing leadership challenges of our time: sustaining the people whocarry the weight of service, care, and impact. Drawing from more than three decades of experience across healthcare, technology, higher education, and entrepreneurship, Jeff shares how his doctoral journeyevolved into a mission to understand why so many high-performing leaders burn out and what organizations can do differently. In this episode, we explore: Why burnout is often a systems problem and not an individual failure The unique vulnerability of healthcare workers, nonprofit leaders, educators, counselors, and other helping professionals The concept of sustainable leadership and finding the "Goldilocks zone" between overcommitment and disengagement How emotional intelligence contributes to leadership longevity Why healthy leaders create healthier organizations, stronger engagement, and better outcomes The value of the DBA as a bridge between research and real-world impact How the Further Faster framework emerged from years of research and lived experience One of the most powerful insights from this conversation is Jeff's observation that helping professionals often align their personal mission so closely with their professional mission that the very passion that drives them can also become thesource of burnout. The challenge is learning how to remain deeply committed without sacrificing health, relationships, and purpose along the way. For DBA students, organizational leaders, healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone striving to make a meaningful impact without losing themselves in theprocess, this episode offers practical wisdom grounded in both research and experience. Memorable Quote "If you're going to study something, choose something you're passionate about because you're going to spend a lot of time researching it." Listen now and discover how we can build organizations where the people doing the most meaningful work can continue to thrive not just survive.   Connect with Us LinkedIn: DBA Chronicles Website: ⁠www.dbachronicles.org⁠   Subscribe & Review If this episode resonated with you, share it with your network and leave a review. Your support helps us continue amplifying the voices shaping the global DBA scholar-practitioner community.

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  3. Episode 059: Bridging Lean Thinking, Leadership, and the DBA with Stacy Falconer

    6월 4일

    Episode 059: Bridging Lean Thinking, Leadership, and the DBA with Stacy Falconer

    Most organizations don't suffer from a lack of smart people. They suffer from too many handoffs, too many silos, too much duplication, and too many processes that nobody has stopped to question. In this episode of DBA Chronicles, hosts Dr. Kelly Burich andDr. Valrie Grant sat down with DBA candidate Stacy Falconer, Vice President of Healthcare and Commercial Strategy at Premium Label and Packaging Solutions and Founder & CEO of Jump Strategy. Stacy shares her journey from working inher family’s bakery at age 14 to leading strategy in highly regulated manufacturing environments and pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration. She offers a candid look at what it means to bridge thegap between practitioner expertise and academic research. Drawing on more than two decades of experience in manufacturing, operations, and strategic leadership, she discusses how her doctoral research could help organizations uncover inefficiencies, improve collaboration, and create sustainable operational improvements. The conversation explores the realities of operationalexcellence, the hidden costs of organizational silos, and why successful transformation requires more than bringing in outside consultants, it requires engaging the people who do the work every day. Stacy also reflects on leadership, servant leadership principles, and the role executive teams play inbuilding cultures of continuous improvement. Memorable Quote “The more you know, the better you can show up for others.” — Stacey Falconer Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, consultant,researcher, or DBA student, this conversation is a powerful reminder that sustainable performance isn't built through mandates, it's built through collaboration, curiosity, and a willingness to listen to the people closest to the work.   Connect with Us LinkedIn: DBA ChroniclesWebsite: www.dbachronicles.org   Subscribe & Review If this episode resonated with you, share it with your network and leave a review. Your support helps us continue amplifying the voices shaping the global DBA scholar-practitioner community.

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  4. Episode 058: Mental Health, Trust & Leadership: Moving Beyond Performative with Dr. Steve Winkle

    5월 21일

    Episode 058: Mental Health, Trust & Leadership: Moving Beyond Performative with Dr. Steve Winkle

    What does it really take to build a psychologically safe workplace; one where people feel supported, not judged? In this episode of DBA Chronicles, we welcome back Dr. Steve Winkle, HR executive, leadership strategist, and mental health advocate, for a timely conversation during Mental Health Awareness Month. Steve shares insights from his DBA research on mental health disclosure in the workplace and what he found may surprise you. While many employees fear the consequences of speaking up, the reality tells a more hopeful story. Together, we explore the gap between perception and reality, the role of leadership in building trust, and why true psychological safety goes far beyond awareness campaigns. This conversation moves us from surface-level conversations to something deeper—how organizations can embed care, trust, and humanity into the very fabric of how they operate.  What you will learn: Why employees fear disclosing mental health challenges and what actually happens when they do The surprising finding: 79% of employees reported positive outcomes after disclosure The difference between performative awareness and genuine psychological safety Why trust not policy is the real foundation of workplace wellbeing How leaders can create safe spaces through everyday actions, not just formal programs The role of emotional intelligence, empathy, and active listening in leadership Why mental health conversations must be part of culture not just the month of May  Why This Conversation Matters As organizations across the world continue to navigate burnout, stress, and evolving workplace expectations, the question is no longer whether we acknowledge mental health but whether we are creating systems that truly support it. Because culture is not what we say, it’s what people experience. Connect with Us LinkedIn: DBA ChroniclesWebsite: www.dbachronicles.org   Subscribe & Review If this episode resonated with you, share it with yournetwork and leave a review. Your support helps us continue amplifying the voices shaping the global DBA scholar-practitioner community.

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  5. Episode 057: The Pracademic Mindset with Dr. Larry Clay Jr.

    4월 23일

    Episode 057: The Pracademic Mindset with Dr. Larry Clay Jr.

    What if building better systems starts with becoming better humans? In this powerful episode of DBA Chronicles, we sit down with Dr. Larry Clay Jr.—a design scientist, professor, and thought leader working at the intersection of innovation ecosystems, sustainability, and quantum thinking. From a childhood moment of curiosity (and a literal electric shock ) to designing flourishing cities and organizations, Dr. Clay shares a deeply personal and intellectual journey into how systems and people truly thrive.   What you will learn: Why curiosity is the foundation of innovation and leadership The shift from fixing systems  to transforming self What quantum leadership and quantum design thinking really mean (and why they matter now) How flourishing, not just performance should define success in organizations The power of designing ecosystems, not just businesses How tools like the Flourishing Business Model Canvas bridge theory and real-world impact About the Guest Dr. Larry Clay Jr. is an Assistant Professor of Business at Marymount University’s College of BILT (Business, Innovation, Leadership & Technology), specializing in entrepreneurship, strategy, and innovation ecosystems. His work explores sustainability, complexity theory, and human-centered design helping organizations and communities move toward flourishing, not just functioning. Larry earned his Ph.D. in Management from Case Western Reserve University, where his dissertation focused on integrative ecosystem management and designing flourishing cities. Connect with Us LinkedIn: DBA ChroniclesWebsite: www.dbachronicles.org   Subscribe & Review If this episode resonated with you, share it with your network and leave a review. Your support helps us continue amplifying the voices shaping the global DBA scholar-practitioner community.

    53분
  6. Episode 056: Mental Health, Research, and the Courage to Be Seen at Work with Dr. Steve Winkel

    4월 9일

    Episode 056: Mental Health, Research, and the Courage to Be Seen at Work with Dr. Steve Winkel

    In this episode of DBA Chronicles, we welcome Dr. Steve Winkel, Vice President of Talent and Engagement at Constant Contact, seasoned HR executive, and mental health advocate. With nearly two decades of experience in talent strategy and organizational development, Steve brings a rare and powerful perspective - one that sits at the intersection of research,leadership, and lived experience. As both a leader shaping workplace culture and an individual navigating mental health challenges, his work offers critical insights into what it truly means to build inclusive, human-centered organizations. Steve’s DBA research explores mental health disclosure in the workplace, examining how employee sentiment, psychological safety, and organizational dynamics influence whether individuals choose to speak up or stay silent. His findings challenge assumptions, uncover hidden barriers, and highlight the transformative impact of supportive leadership. But this conversation goes beyond research. It is about: The courage it takes to show up authentically at work The role leaders play in shaping psychologically safe environments And how vulnerability, when modeled at the top, can unlock trust, performance, and innovation  Why This Episode Matters Mental health in the workplace is no longer a peripheral issue, it is central to leadership, culture, and performance. This episode highlights a critical shift: From stigma to opennessFrom policy to practice From compliance to genuine human connectionDr. Winkel’s research reveals that while fear of disclosurestill exists, many employees who do share their experiences are met with support, understanding, and meaningful accommodations, pointing to a growing opportunity for organizations to do even better. For leaders, practitioners, and DBA scholars, this conversation offers a powerful reminder: Psychological safety is not a moment, it is a cultureAnd leadership is not just about performance, it is about people.   Connect with Us: LinkedIn: DBA Chronicles Website: www.dbachronicles.org   Subscribe & Review If this episode resonated with you, share it with your network and leave a review. Your support helps us continue amplifying the voices shaping the global DBA scholar-practitioner community.

    46분
  7. Episode 055: Global Doctoral Leadership: The GEM DBA, Multicultural Networks & The Practitioner-Scholar Journey

    3월 26일

    Episode 055: Global Doctoral Leadership: The GEM DBA, Multicultural Networks & The Practitioner-Scholar Journey

    What does it take to build a globally recognized DBA programthat stands the test of time? In this truly international episode of DBA Chronicles, we welcome the full leadership team from GEM Alpine Business School, one of Europe’s most established and globally respected DBA programs. With over 35 years of excellence and 700+ graduates worldwide, GEM’s DBA offers a compelling model of what it means to bridge academic rigor and real-world impact. Together, this dynamic panel explores the evolving landscapeof doctoral education and what today’s practitioner-scholars are really seeking. They share insights on what has sustained the program’s relevance, how the global DBA is being reimagined, and what today’s candidates are truly seeking from the doctoral journey. This conversation explores the intersection of academicrigor, executive leadership, and global perspective, offering a thoughtful look at how DBA programs continue to evolve to meet the needs of experienced professionals navigating complex, real-world challenges.   Why This Episode Matters As DBA programs expand globally, questions around relevance, recognition, and impact are more important than ever. This episode highlights how a long-standing European program continues to adapt, balancing rigorous research with real-world applicability, and creating space for leaders to reflect, question, and contribute new knowledge. The discussion also reinforces a central theme of the DBAjourney: that experienced professionals are not stepping away from practice, but rather stepping deeper into it through research. For current and prospective DBA candidates, this episodeoffers valuable perspective on what it means to pursue a doctorate in today’s interconnected, fast-changing world.   Connect with Us LinkedIn: DBA ChroniclesWebsite: www.dbachronicles.org   Subscribe & Review If this episode resonated with you, please leave a reviewand share it with your network. Your support helps us continue highlighting the voices and insights shaping theglobal DBA scholar-practitioner community.

    40분
  8. Episode 054: From Practice to Scholarship: Doing Timely, High-Impact Research Through the DBA with Kimberly Bright

    3월 12일

    Episode 054: From Practice to Scholarship: Doing Timely, High-Impact Research Through the DBA with Kimberly Bright

    Kimberly Bright is a Doctor of Business Administration candidate at the University of Rhode Island and a seasoned leader whose career spans public service, higher education leadership, strategic planning, and organizational change. Her work sits at the intersection of practice, policy, and scholarship, demonstrating the powerful role DBA research can play in addressing real-world challenges as they unfold. Holding a Master of Public Administration from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government, Kimberlybrings a deeply practitioner-oriented lens to her doctoral research. Her study examines the lived experiences of Black Chief Diversity Officers in higher education, focusing on how race-based trauma, political pressures, and institutional dynamics influence leaders’ health, well-being, and intentions to remain in their roles. Conducted during a time of heightened scrutiny around higher education and diversity initiatives, Kimberly’s work reflects the core promise of the DBA: enabling experiencedprofessionals to translate lived expertise into rigorous scholarship that informs leadership, policy, and organizational practice in real time. But this episode is about more than a dissertation topic. It is about the journey from practice to scholarship, the intellectual transformation that happens in a DBA program, and theresponsibility of researcher-practitioners to bring credible evidence into complex societal conversations.   Why This Episode Matters Kimberly Bright’s research illustrates how the DBA serves as a bridge between scholarship and practice. Rather than studying events long after they occur, practitioner-scholars can investigate critical issues as they are happening, producing insights that organizations, policymakers, and leaders can use today. Her work also highlights a broader lesson for the DBA community: research is not just about adding to academic literature, it is about bringing evidence, lived experience, andcredible analysis into conversations that shape institutions and society. For DBA students, aspiring practitioner-scholars, and leaders navigating complex organizational environments, this episode demonstrates how timely research can illuminatehidden pressures, elevate overlooked voices, and strengthen decision-making in uncertain times.   Connect with Us LinkedIn: DBA ChroniclesWebsite: www.dbachronicles.org   Subscribe & Review If this episode resonated with you, please leave a reviewand share it with your network. Your support helps us continue highlighting the voices and insights shaping the global DBA scholar-practitioner community.

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DBA Chronicles is a premier podcast dedicated to the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) journey. Whether you're a graduate, a current student, or contemplating this academic path, this podcast, hosted by seasoned DBAs, offers insights into the challenges, rewards, and nuances of pursuing a DBA. From your initial DBA aspirations to graduation and beyond, "DBA Chronicles" is your comprehensive guide. Subscribe and join the community on this journey!

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    Dr. Kelly Burich and Dr. Valrie Grant
  • 방송 연도
    2024년 - 2026년
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    62
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