Catherine Garcia, Ph.D.
Business & Entrepreneurship Professor at Oaks Christian School- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Franklin Covey Education Institute - 7 Habits of Highly Effective College Students
Charter College -
Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
Orange County Professional Coaching Institute
Experience
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Oaks Christian School
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Business & Entrepreneurship Professor
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Jul 2022 - Present
In this role, I teach students as they explore the discipline of entrepreneurship with the goal of students launching their own startup business. I instruct students in business model development, design thinking, customer discovery, product-market validation, in-depth industry and market analysis, product or service innovation, brand development and go-to-market strategies, financing, and legal considerations; while also teaching students the importance of acquiring soft skills in communication, leadership, and character development. Show less
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University of Phoenix
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Professor (Master Level)
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Jan 2009 - Present
In this position, I teach business courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels and create curricula to support departmental requirements. I advise students with coursework, and work with university committees to foster student success, and incorporate ground, hybrid, and online methods to adapt to shifting educational requirements. Achievements in this role: • Mentor and train teaching assistants with instructional guidance and best practices. • Contribute to the Ethics Committee providing oversight in ethical concerns. Show less
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DeVry University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Professor
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Jan 2013 - Present
In this role, I educate students in MBA business courses and design course curriculum to complement theoretical concepts and break down complex systems. I utilize effective lecture delivery and presentation abilities to present ideas in a ground, hybrid, and online classroom. Key achievements in this role include: • Developed students relevant skill sets with advanced coursework and stimulating projects formulated on best practices, emerging trends, and current technology. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop content, new programs, and systemic standards of performance. • Consistently achieved 'exceeds all expectations' on performance reviews for exemplary practices, leadership, and complex project management. Show less
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International American University
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Professor
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Jan 2014 - Aug 2020
In this role, I delivered leadership in educational programs and mentored a team overseeing organizational management, curriculum standards, and talent development. I supervised professors teaching the experiential MBA Capstone Course that provided students with opportunities to consult with organizations and businesses. Key achievements in this role include: • Empowered faculty with online mentorship and professional development for success in their roles. • Optimized student success with goal-oriented learning and research-based, pedagogy best practices that yielded 80% of students obtaining internships and job opportunities. • Attained an End of Course review of 4.9 as professor in the classroom, teaching strategic planning and capstone courses. Show less
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State of California
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Chief Executive Officer
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Jan 2004 - Dec 2010
In this role, I oversaw policies and operations under the direction of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and worked in partnership with politicians, officials, business owners, non-profit agencies, community groups, and prominent celebrities. I raised funds, facilitated management of employees, state contracts, vendors, and volunteers, ensured public safety during activities, and lobbied for legislative advocacy in cooperation with the city, county, and state. In this role, I oversaw policies and operations under the direction of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and worked in partnership with politicians, officials, business owners, non-profit agencies, community groups, and prominent celebrities. I raised funds, facilitated management of employees, state contracts, vendors, and volunteers, ensured public safety during activities, and lobbied for legislative advocacy in cooperation with the city, county, and state.
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Malibu Pacific Palisades Chamber of Commerce
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Vice President
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Jan 2000 - Nov 2004
I helmed organizational operations including people, processes, and financial obligations within commercial, civic development, and legislative actions. I restructured office procedures that increased funding, memberships, special event revenues, and chamber participation. I liaised with politicians, officials, and celebrities, supervised fundraising events, and coordinated the annual Chamber directory. I helmed organizational operations including people, processes, and financial obligations within commercial, civic development, and legislative actions. I restructured office procedures that increased funding, memberships, special event revenues, and chamber participation. I liaised with politicians, officials, and celebrities, supervised fundraising events, and coordinated the annual Chamber directory.
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Education
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Azusa Pacific University
M.B.A., Organizational Management -
Azusa Pacific University
B.S., Business Management -
Atlantic International University
Doctorate, Leadership & Management -
The Santa Barbara and Ventura Colleges of Law-Ventura
Law Studies
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