Patrice Gilliam-Johnson, Ph.D. Regional Chair, Organizational Dynamics and Psychology Programs, Wilmington University
Location:
Wilmington,
DE United States Joined:
Jan 7th, 2008
BIOGRAPHY
Patrice Gilliam-Johnson, Ph.D.
Patrice Gilliam-Johnson, Ph.D. is an Industrial/Organizational Psychologist who currently serves as the President of the Gilliam Foundation, a philanthropic family managed organization which has provided over $2.8 million dollars to Delaware and other national and international non-profit organizations since 1998. The mission of the Gilliam Foundation is to improve the quality of life for individuals, families and communities through financial support of ongoing programs and innovative projects. Its charitable giving is designed to respect the diversity of communities, with particular attention given to the African American Community.
Additionally, Dr. Gilliam-Johnson serves as Regional Chairperson for the Organizational Dynamics and Psychology Programs at Wilmington University in New Castle, Delaware. She has taught for over 20 years at other institutions of higher learning prior to joining the faculty at Wilmington University as a full –time Associate Professor in 2002. Further, Dr. Gilliam-Johnson is the president and founder of Competency Unlimited, LLC. which is a 15 year old consulting firm specializing in cultural competency, leadership, executive and team development, professional career development, organizational assessments and empowerment development issues. She has facilitated leadership and organizational development for clients in a broad spectrum of organizations to include education, finance, transportation, healthcare, social services and other private, government and non-profit agencies.
Most recently, Dr. Gilliam-Johnson received certification from the National Multi-Cultural Institute in Building Cultural Capabilities for an Inclusive Workplace and has used this training to assist her in efforts to consult with organizations in their strategic efforts to become more culturally aware and competent. In 2011 she was highlighted by Delaware Today as one of Delaware’s most inspirational leaders..
During her career, Dr. Gilliam-Johnson has published articles on women’s leadership and organizational diversity. For a number of years, she has served as a “workplace expert” for Essence Magazine and has presented at conferences throughout the country on topics related to organizational training and professional/career development issues. She holds a doctorate and master’s degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Maryland, at College Park.
Dr. Gilliam-Johnson’s approach to consulting and coaching grows out of her diverse life experience as a women and person of color. Her more recent interests focus on bridging the divide between body, mind and spirit to enable workers to thrive in today’s workplace.
Currently, Dr. Gilliam-Johnson serves as a Co-Chair for the Center of African American Heritage Center Advisory Council (DE), was appointed as the Board Chair for the new Life Health Center (DE) and, along with a colleague, is a Founder of the Circle of Elders Lecture Series which is a collaborative initiative designed to build upon the historical knowledge of elders to empower the next generation of leaders. In 2011 Dr. Gilliam-Johnson was highlighted by Delaware Today Magazine as one of Delaware’s most inspirational leaders.
Most Memorable Moment:
My most memorable college moments center around walking across the yard and seeing so many friends and acquaintances, pledging Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, and connecting with so many awesome professors who served as role-models and mentors!
Chairperson|
Wilmington University
From January 2005 to Current • 21 year(s)
Lead Organizational Dynamics Program in College of Social Behavioral Sciences.
Independent Consultant|
PGJ And Associates
From January 1988 to Current • 38 year(s)
Consulting on cultural competency and human resource/organization development issues.
Associate Professor|
Wilmington College
From September 2004 to December 2006 • 2 year(s)
Faculty member in Division of Behavioral Science.
Adjunct Professor|
Neumann College
From January 2003 to December 2004 • 1 year(s)
Teaching in CAPS Program.
Adjunct Professor|
Drexel University
From January 2002 to December 2004 • 2 year(s)
Teaching in Goodwin College of Professional Studies.
Assistant Professor|
Springfield College
From June 1997 to June 2004 • 7 year(s)
Faculty member in School of Human Services.
Adjunct Professor|
Center for Urban Theological Studies
From January 2000 to December 2003 • 3 year(s)
Faculty member providing theological education.
Lecturer|
Springfield College
From September 1997 to May 1998 • 1 year(s)
Teaching in School of Human Services.
Adjunct Professor|
University of Maryland
From September 1997 to December 1997 • 0 year(s)
Teaching in Graduate MBA Program.
Adjunct Professor|
Central Michigan University
From January 1992 to December 1996 • 4 year(s)
Teaching in Graduate Management Program Extended Degree Program.
Senior Consultant|
PDI
From January 1994 to December 1995 • 1 year(s)
Managed staff of 20 consultants on client projects including diversity, leadership, and employee selection.
Consulting Personnel Research Psychologist|
Department of Labor
From January 1993 to December 1994 • 1 year(s)
Technical expert in test development and minority assessment issues, managed national scope projects.
Personnel Psychometrician|
District of Columbia Courts
From January 1990 to December 1993 • 3 year(s)
Developed employee selection program for entire court system, provided training to executives.
Adjunct Professor|
Bowie State University
From January 1991 to December 1992 • 1 year(s)
Teaching in Undergraduate Psychology Program.
Adjunct Professor|
Southeastern University
From January 1990 to December 1991 • 1 year(s)
Teaching in Graduate Management Program.
Personnel Research Psychologist|
Drug Enforcement Administration
From January 1988 to December 1990 • 2 year(s)
Provided expertise in selection, career development, and promotion in response to Class Action Suit.
Project Manager|
Jeanneret and Associates
From January 1984 to December 1987 • 3 year(s)
Supervised staff on classification and compensation studies, developed research methodologies.
Teaching Assistant|
University of Maryland
From January 1979 to December 1981 • 2 year(s)
Assisting with Undergraduate Psychology Program.
