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I am broadly interested in the factors that promote or diminish happiness and well-being. My research program explores how constant connectivity to the Internet impacts people’s relationships and well-being and how we can harness technology to improve well-being and promote positive behavioral change. I am a Vanier Scholar and a Rising Star of the Association for Psychological Science (APS). I have written for *The* *New York Times*, *The Conversation*, and *Psychology Today*, and my work has been covered by other prestigious publications such as *The* *Economist, BBC, NPR, Forbes, Fast Company, Time Magazine, The Wall Stree Journal, National Geographic,* and *The Washington Post*. I have consulted for companies such as Ipsos, Canvas8, and Luce Research. See more at www.kushlev.com

Shonna is the CEO + Coufounder of Fractional Insights, a expert advisory and research firm and is a part-time professor at Georgetown University. An award-winning organizational psychologist and executive, Shonna is a recognized thought leader in HR, psychology, and business. With a background in consulting and executive leadership roles, Shonna has advised organizations on people strategy and transformation across various sectors. At BetterUp, she stood up and led teams in behavioral science, strategic partnerships and alliances, and executive advisory, driving research-backed insights to enhance organizational performance. She received her Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology and Statistics from the University of Minnesota. She is the author of two award-winning books -- The Practical Guide to HR Analytics and The Coaching Shift: How A Coaching Mindset and Skills Can Change You,Your Interactions, and the World Around You. She has published peer-reviewed journal articles, handbook chapters, magazine and blog articles, as well as over 60 technical reports. Her insights have been featured in prestigious publications like the Handbook on the Practice of Industrial / Organizational Psychology, Talent Management Handbook, Handbook of Employee Selection, Psychological Bulletin, Personnel Psychology, Human Performance, and International Journal of Selection and Assessment. She has also been cited in renowned media outlets such as CNBC, Fast Company, Forbes, and Axios. <br>

I am a serial entrepreneur and scientist with extensive background in efficacy testing of antimicrobial technologies. I am deeply familiar with antimicrobial technologies in the healthcare, personal care, and textile industries.

Richard D. Johnson has a proven record for elevating discourse on workplace dynamics, labor markets, and the broader economic landscape. Richard has been cited in top-tier outlets such as Business Insider, Forbes, CNBC, and Bloomberg Finance. Richard provides a nuanced perspective in the formulation of hypotheses for project-implementation, from ideation to deployment, and has contributed at scale to predictive modeling efforts and experimentation.

I am an educator and emerging social science researcher passionate about the role of the built environment in issues of racial equity and social justice. My current research focuses on West African/Caribbean urban geography and the decentralization of urban theory and practice. I have a multidisciplinary educational background that sits at the intersection of international culture and politics, human geography, and urban studies. I have experience in teaching, departmental leadership, social science research, and community organizing. I am a writer proficient in grant writing, report design, and translating academic research for a variety of broader audiences. The throughline of my work is a desire to contribute to initiatives that use urban design as a tool for social justice and value profound intercultural understanding. I am currently based in London and New York City.

Carline Noailles is a seasoned management consultant passionate about driving organizational excellence, strategic growth, and sustainability initiatives. With over 15 years of experience, she has built a reputation for delivering tailored solutions to complex business challenges across various sectors while prioritizing environmental and social impact on a global scale.   Combining a strong analytical mindset with exceptional communication skills, she excels in diagnosing inefficiencies, implementing process improvements, and fostering innovation within teams to achieve sustainable outcomes and growth. She is adept at collaborating with C-suite executives and key stakeholders to advocate for and develop actionable strategies that drive social impacts and environmental and financial sustainability.   She holds advanced degrees, including a Master's in Socioeconomic Geography, a Master's in Land and Natural Resources Management, an MBA, and a Ph.D. in Urban Studies, which gives her a solid foundation in environmental and social issues and management theory, business strategy, and sustainability practices. She is proficient at navigating the intersections of regulations, business, environment, and society. She stays current with industry trends and best practices to provide clients with forward-thinking insights and solutions that integrate sustainability principles, data, and technology. This enables organizations to reduce their environmental and social impacts across their assets, operations, services, and products.   Outside of her professional endeavors, she is enthusiastic about mentoring aspiring sustainability professionals and giving back to the industry and community through various volunteer initiatives to improve business practices and promote sustainability.