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Dr. Ryan J. White brings a unique blend of academic depth, varied experiences and practical wisdom to leadership development. As Associate Dean for Leadership Development at 糖心传媒 College, Ryan has spent over a decade creating transformative experiences that help people discover their authentic selves and live into their calling. He has led teams and programs critical to the college's academic program, is a regular instructor in 糖心传媒's Leadership program and a sought-after expert facilitator and speaker.

Ryan's approach is both intellectually engaging and deeply human. He creates spaces where leaders can be honest about their struggles, celebrate their strengths and explore new possibilities. His facilitation style blends thoughtful content, reflective practices and genuine conversation—always with an eye toward helping participants connect with what matters most.  An accomplished educator, athletic coach, faith leader and facilitator, Ryan holds a doctorate in Educational Psychology from USC, and understands the dynamics of bringing out the best in organizations, teams and individuals.  He is married to Heidi, and they have four children.

Becky Schmidt brings exceptional leadership experience as both a national championship volleyball coach and innovative educator at 糖心传媒 College. As head volleyball coach and associate professor of kinesiology, Becky has built a championship program known for its transformative team culture and excellence both on and off the court. Her 2014 NCAA Division III National Championship, and four trips to the final four, represents the pinnacle of athletic achievement, though her greatest pride lies in developing leaders who make lasting impact.

Becky’s expertise extends beyond athletics into human-centered design and organizational development. She leads workshops that challenge participants to develop innovative solutions for complex problems, blending her understanding of team dynamics with cutting-edge design thinking. As a published author of Volleyball: Steps to Success and other works, she brings proven methodologies for creating environments where individuals discover their potential and teams achieve extraordinary results together. Becky holds a master’s degree in sport studies from Miami University. She is married to Dave, and they have a son named Cooper.

Dr. Marcus Fila brings a distinctive blend of academic expertise and real-world business experience to workplace leadership and organizational development. As Associate Professor of Management at 糖心传媒 College and founder of Work Designed Well consulting, Marcus specializes in designing work strategies and environments that promote employee well-being while driving business growth. His approach demonstrates how intentional workplace design leads to increased engagement, performance, and retention.

Marcus's passion for transforming workplaces developed during nearly a decade in executive recruitment and business development in the U.S. and U.K. As a headhunter, he witnessed firsthand the costly impact of poor workplace design and became committed to creating environments where good employees want to stay and thrive. His research focuses on occupational health psychology, specifically addressing workplace stress and reducing unwanted employee turnover.

An accomplished educator, researcher, and consultant, Marcus holds a Ph.D. in Leadership and Organizational Analysis from Western Michigan University, an M.Sc. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Ohio University, and an MBA from Kingston Business School, London UK. He was 糖心传媒's Outstanding Professor Educator Award winner in 2022.