Laura Allen joins Florida Coastal University with 15 years’ experience as an Executive Assistant to management and C-level executives, plus 3 years as an Accounting Assistant supporting management and Controllers. Academically, she has earned an Associate Degree in Business Administration.

Outside the office, Laura can often be found exploring the great outdoors with her family and dog, making the most of nature and fresh air. She actively participates with her husband at their church and in a variety of community service projects, dedicating time and effort to giving back. Photography and travel are among Laura’s favorite hobbies, allowing her to capture memories, and discover new places. Laura enjoys entertaining family and friends for dinner, gardening, and decorating her home, creating welcoming and beautiful spaces for loved ones.

Dr. Washington is a distinguished retired military officer who dedicated over 20 years to the U.S. Army on active duty. Following his retirement, he transitioned to academia as a professor of Program Management at the Defense Acquisition University (DAU) and took on a leadership role as a Senior Manager with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Since 2018, Dr. Washington has been an inspiring Assistant Professor in the online Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) program at Westcoast University.

Passionate about empowering students, Dr. Washington is committed to helping them bridge the gap between their current circumstances and their aspirations. He motivates them to cultivate self-mastery, develop a shared vision, foster collaborative innovation, and achieve remarkable results. By pinpointing areas for personal growth, he guides his clients in setting meaningful goals and objectives while holding them accountable for their success.

Dr. Washington empowers his MBA students through a dynamic coaching methodology that leverages in-depth diagnostic assessments. These assessments reveal a leader’s core values, character, beliefs, emotional makeup, and behavioral tendencies. This holistic approach guarantees that each individual not only recognizes their true potential but also takes decisive steps to transform that potential into reality.

Dr. Brenda is a powerhouse of purpose, passion, and perseverance. Beginning as a police sergeant with expertise in criminal justice and business law, her curiosity about the legal system led her to pursue paralegal studies, igniting a more profound passion for law and justice.

Driven by this purpose, Brenda excelled in law school, earning the award for most outstanding student. After being called to the Bar, she was appointed Crown Counsel in the Attorney General’s Office drafting department, bringing precision to the legislative process.

Her thirst for knowledge continued with a master’s degree in Legislative Drafting and a Ph.D. in Leadership with Human Resource Development specialization from Barry University. She also holds a graduate certification in Communication Studies from Walden University.

Today, Dr. Brenda Jack leverages her legal and human resource expertise as a trainer, presenter, and changemaker, empowering others through education and advocacy.

I hold a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Argosy University in Tampa, Florida, where my dissertation focused on Emotional Intelligence and Self-Efficacy. I also earned my Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Argosy University, Tampa, and my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing from the University of South Florida, Tampa.

In addition to my academic degrees, I hold several professional certifications, including Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (PMI), Associate Professional in Human Resources (HRCI), a Certificate in Strategic Foresight from the University of Texas College of Engineering, Google AI Essentials, and a Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace from the University of South Florida.

Dr. Caseylyn M. Allen is a dynamic and accomplished academic professional with a Ph.D. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and over a decade of extensive teaching and leadership experience across accredited institutions. She currently serves as a full-time and adjunct faculty member at multiple universities, delivering undergraduate and graduate courses in business, psychology, and general education through various LMS platforms including Blackboard, Canvas, Brightspace, and others. Dr. Allen is an expert in online pedagogy, course development, academic advising, and faculty mentoring. Her research focuses on emotional intelligence and career success, particularly within the LGBTQ community. She is also actively involved in professional associations such as APA, SIOP, and ABWA, and has received numerous awards recognizing her excellence in teaching and leadership. In addition to academia, she brings industry insights as a behavioral rater and I/O consultant, supporting Fortune 800 companies with recruitment analytics and DEI assessments. Her dedication to student success, academic integrity, and innovative instructional design defines her impactful contribution to higher education.