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DBA Chronicles

DBA Chronicles

Dr. Kelly Burich and Dr. Valrie Grant 60 Episodes Oct 15, 2026

DBA Chronicles is a podcast dedicated to the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) journey. Hosted by Dr. Kelly Burich and Dr. Valrie Grant, it offers insights into the challenges, rewards, and nuances of pursuing a DBA. The podcast covers topics from initial aspirations to graduation and beyond, serving as a comprehensive guide for graduates, current students, and those contemplating the academic path.

Episodes

Episode 067: From Experience to Evidence: Leadership, Culture and Why Some Teams Thrive with Robert Muniz
Episode 067: From Experience to Evidence: Leadership, Culture and Why Some Teams Thrive with Robert Muniz Oct 15, 2026 00:31:41 What makes someone move from “I just work here” to “theseare my people”? And why can organizations with similar resources and technology achieve very different results?In this episode of DBA Chronicles, Dr. Kelly Burich and Dr.Valrie Grant welcome Robert Muniz, an active-duty U.S. Army leader with nearly 20 years of experience and a DBA student in Organizational Leadership at Columbia Southern Uni
Episode 066 : Thinking Big: Inside the Inaugural DBA Scholars Conference with University of Rhode Island
Episode 066 : Thinking Big: Inside the Inaugural DBA Scholars Conference with University of Rhode Island Sep 24, 2026 00:38:37 What happens when DBA scholar-practitioners come together in a space designed specifically for them?In this episode of DBA Chronicles, hosts Dr. Kelly Burich and Dr. Valrie Grant welcomed Dr. Jessica Strübel, Professor and DBA Executive Director at the University of Rhode Island College of Business, and Dr. Emilija Djurdjevic, Associate Professor ofManagement, for an inside look at the inaugural D
Episode 065: Beyond Financial Literacy: Turning Knowledge into Action with Soledad Tanner
Episode 065: Beyond Financial Literacy: Turning Knowledge into Action with Soledad Tanner Sep 10, 2026 00:28:19 Why can two entrepreneurs with similar financial knowledge make very different decisions and ultimately achieve very different business outcomes?In this episode of DBA Chronicles, Dr. Valrie Grant and Dr. Kelly Burich speak with Soledad Tanner, MIB, founder and CEO of STC Consulting, a Houston-based strategic financial consulting firm. As a strategic fractional CFO, executive advisor, speaker, and
Episode 064: The Unwritten Deal at Work: Trust, Fairness and Why Women Stay or Leave with Dr. Corina Taban
Episode 064: The Unwritten Deal at Work: Trust, Fairness and Why Women Stay or Leave with Dr. Corina Taban Aug 27, 2026 00:39:26 What keeps someone committed to an organization long after the formal employment contract is signed?In this episode of DBA Chronicles, Dr. Valrie Grant and Dr. Kelly Burich sat down with Dr. Corina Taban, organizational behavior researcher and Founder of 934 Advisors, to explore the psychological contract; the unwritten expectations, promises and obligations that shape the relationship between emp
Episode 063: AI Is Not Magic: Asking Better Questions After AI Goes Live with Dr. Yvonne Mosley
Episode 063: AI Is Not Magic: Asking Better Questions After AI Goes Live with Dr. Yvonne Mosley Aug 13, 2026 00:49:24 What happens after artificial intelligence leaves the controlled environment and enters the complexity of real people, real policies, real workflows and real consequences?In this episode of DBA Chronicles, Dr. Kelly Burich and Dr. Valrie Grant welcome their Cohort 6 classmate, Dr. Yvonne Mosley. Yvonne is a researcher, educator, entrepreneur and Army veteran whose work brings together artificial i
Episode 062: Distracted but Driven with Dr. Jennifer Adelhardt
Episode 062: Distracted but Driven with Dr. Jennifer Adelhardt Jul 16, 2026 00:39:48 What if some of the traits commonly framed as deficits could also help drive creativity, opportunity recognition and entrepreneurial action?In this episode of DBA Chronicles, Dr. Kelly Burich and Dr. Valrie Grant welcome newly minted DBA, entrepreneur and researcher Dr. Jennifer Adelhardt for an insightful and deeply personal conversation about her doctoral journey and research at the intersection
Episode 061: The Actor, the Audience, and the Business of Belonging with Dr. Conwell Worthington III
Episode 061: The Actor, the Audience, and the Business of Belonging with Dr. Conwell Worthington III Jul 2, 2026 00:52:03 What can Broadway teach us about leadership, organizational culture, innovation, and inclusion?In this episode of DBA Chronicles, hosts Dr. Kelly Burich and Dr. Valrie Grant welcome Dr. Conwell Worthington III—Broadway Stage Manager , Educator, and newly minted DBA, for a fascinating conversation at the intersection of theater, business, and applied research.Drawing on more than two decades of exp
Episode 060: Sustaining the People Who Do the Work with Dr. Jeff Frey
Episode 060: Sustaining the People Who Do the Work with Dr. Jeff Frey Jun 18, 2026 00:53:58 What happens when the people dedicated to helping others begin to burn out themselves?In this episode of DBA Chronicles, we sit down with Dr. Jeff Frey, entrepreneur, healthcare executive, educator, researcher, and author, to explore one of the most pressing leadership challenges of our time: sustaining the people whocarry the weight of service, care, and impact. Drawing from more than three decad
Episode 059: Bridging Lean Thinking, Leadership, and the DBA with Stacy Falconer
Episode 059: Bridging Lean Thinking, Leadership, and the DBA with Stacy Falconer Jun 4, 2026 00:39:13 Most organizations don't suffer from a lack of smart people.They suffer from too many handoffs, too many silos, too much duplication, and too many processes that nobody has stopped to question.In this episode of DBA Chronicles, hosts Dr. Kelly Burich andDr. Valrie Grant sat down with DBA candidate Stacy Falconer, Vice President of Healthcare and Commercial Strategy at Premium Label and Packagi
Episode 058: Mental Health, Trust & Leadership: Moving Beyond Performative with Dr. Steve Winkle
Episode 058: Mental Health, Trust & Leadership: Moving Beyond Performative with Dr. Steve Winkle May 21, 2026 00:53:03 What does it really take to build a psychologically safe workplace; one where people feel supported, not judged?In this episode of DBA Chronicles, we welcome back Dr. Steve Winkle, HR executive, leadership strategist, and mental health advocate, for a timely conversation during Mental Health Awareness Month.Steve shares insights from his DBA research on mental health disclosure in the workplace an
Episode 057: The Pracademic Mindset with Dr. Larry Clay Jr.
Episode 057: The Pracademic Mindset with Dr. Larry Clay Jr. Apr 23, 2026 00:53:19 What if building better systems starts with becoming better humans?In this powerful episode of DBA Chronicles, we sit down with Dr. Larry Clay Jr.—a design scientist, professor, and thought leader working at the intersection of innovation ecosystems, sustainability, and quantum thinking.From a childhood moment of curiosity (and a literal electric shock ) to designing flourishing cities and organiz
Episode 056: Mental Health, Research, and the Courage to Be Seen at Work with Dr. Steve Winkel
Episode 056: Mental Health, Research, and the Courage to Be Seen at Work with Dr. Steve Winkel Apr 9, 2026 00:45:43 In this episode of DBA Chronicles, we welcome Dr. Steve Winkel, Vice President of Talent and Engagement at Constant Contact, seasoned HR executive, and mental health advocate.With nearly two decades of experience in talent strategy and organizational development, Steve brings a rare and powerful perspective - one that sits at the intersection of research,leadership, and lived experience. As both a

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