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Dr. Jacqui Bergman is a distinguished professor of Industrial-Organizational (IO) Psychology at Appalachian State University. With a Ph.D. in IO Psychology from The University of Tennessee, Dr. Jacqui Bergman brings a wealth of expertise to our discussion, having published extensively on topics ranging from empathy and social justice attitudes to faculty narcissism and student outcomes. Her impressive academic journey includes roles as Chairperson of the Department of Management and Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, showcasing her commitment to teaching and administrative leadership. Dr. Jacqui Bergman is actively researching the effects of social justice knowledge in sustainable business education and exploring the longitudinal influence of narcissism within team contexts.


She teaches graduate-level courses such as Employment Law, Leadership, Groups and Teams, and Strategic Human Resource Management. At the undergraduate level, her courses include Survey of Management, Human Resource Management, Introduction to Organizational Behavior, and Leadership: Perspective and Skills. Dr. Jacqui Bergman inspires and empowers students to excel in understanding and navigating the complexities of today's workplace dynamics.

Join us as we dive into some of her groundbreaking research. her academic & professional journey, and gain insights into team dynamics, leadership development, and the evolving landscape of academia!

Timothy Ludwig earned his Ph.D. at Virginia Tech in industrial organizational psychology researching the benefits of employee-driven behavioral safety programs under E. Scott Geller, continuing his post-doctoral work in industrial engineering studying applications of W. Edwards Deming to quality and safety improvement. After graduation, Dr. Ludwig consulted with the Department of Energy to study and improve their management systems on the New Production Reactor project, a modern-day Manhatten Project to build the next generation of tritium bombs. Thankfully the Cold War ended and Dr. Ludwig proceeded to work with the US Navy's acquisition community (NAVSEA, SPAWAR) engaging in strategic planning and process improvement. During his early career, Dr. Ludwig consulted with other government agencies, hospitals, industrials, and distribution on quality improvement initiatives.



Tim's father was a preacher as well as a college professor and his mother was an elementary school teacher. So it's easy to understand why he wanted to be a teacher as well, and he has done so for over 25 years. One of his favorite activities is presenting keynotes where his teaching skills can deliver meaningful messages to educate and inspire. To this end, Dr. Ludwig has delivered over 100 keynote speeches internationally. In his "day job" Dr. Ludwig is a Distinguished Graduate Professor at Appalachian State University where he teaches in the nationally recognized Industrial/Organizational Psychology and Human Resources Management Masters program. Dr. Ludwig's teaching has been recognized with the North Carolina University Board of Governors' Excellence award and has been inducted into his University's Academy of Outstanding Teachers.



Learn more @ Dr. Ludwig's Website: https://www.safety-doc.com/