Smith-Heisters an interdisciplinary researcher trained in multi-method qualitative institutional analysis and Senior Research Analyst in the Center for Organization Research and Design (CORD) at Arizona State University.

Ashcraft has earned a global reputation for his pioneering work to advance the understanding of and effective practice for leaders of nonprofit/philanthropic organizations.

Carlos R. Casanova is an assistant professor in the Education Studies program. His research interests include social issues and social justice education, and critical education for sustainable development.

Jeremiah Kaplan, MSW, Sr Research & Training Specialist & MI Coding Lab Supervisor. Member, Motivational Interviewing International Network of Trainers (MINT).

Shyla Gonzalez-Dogan is a community-based scholar that focuses on community-led organizing as a remedy for social issues. Her research centers primarily on identity formation and practices of inclusion and exclusion.