Dr. Palmer (they/them) is the Assistant Dean of Social & Cultural Inclusion, Director of JEDI Initiatives, and a teaching faculty member in the College of Business. Dr. Palmer holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degre in Learning and Organizational Change from Baylor University, and their research centers on inclusive workplace cultures, belonging, performance, and strategic inclusion through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
As Assistant Dean, Dr. Palmer leads the College’s JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) initiatives, guiding strategy, advising leadership, and fostering an inclusive intercultural college environment. Dr. Palmer guest lectures across the college and university and teaches BUS210, Critical Perspectives of Workplace Culture, in the AUCC.
Beyond academia, Dr. Palmer is a sought-after consultant, working with clients across sectors—from private equity to Broadway, including Fortune 100, 500, and 1000 companies. Recognized as a DEI thought leader in the craft brewing industry, Dr. Palmer has been featured in Hop Culture, Imbibe, 5280, and Forbes, and was named a North American Racial Equity Champion by LinkedIn in 2022. Their work emphasizes innovative curriculum and instructional design for diverse and inclusive workplaces.