Kimberly R. Jordan

Kimberly R. Jordan is an Associate Professor of Instruction in the Management Department at Ohio University's College of Business. She also serves as Director of the Strategic Leadership Certificate and the Early Acceptance Program (EAP) for the Management Master's program. Her research focuses on communication, leadership, storytelling, team dynamics, and organizational engagement. She teaches courses like Strategic Business Communication and Strategic Leadership Onboarding, emphasizing practical skills for students.

Education:

• MSN/MBA in Nursing and Business, Johns Hopkins University (2005/2004)
• B.S.N. in Nursing, University of North Florida (1996)
• B.A. in International Affairs, Florida State University (1990)

Research Interests: Dr. Jordan explores how effective communication and leadership strategies can enhance team performance, organizational culture, and individual well-being. Her work emphasizes storytelling as a tool for strategic leadership and the impact of feedback processes on collaboration. She also investigates methods to improve educational pedagogy, particularly in fostering positivity and experiential learning through simulations.

Awards & Recognition:

• Best Paper Award (2018) for 'Introducing Business Communication Students to the Power of Positivity.'

Teaching & Leadership Roles: She directs the Strategic Leadership Certificate program and oversees the EAP-Mgt initiative. Her teaching spans undergraduate and graduate levels, integrating real-world scenarios and collaborative learning techniques. She has led workshops on topics like healthcare process improvement and strategic leadership models, collaborating with institutions globally.

Professional Activities: Dr. Jordan has presented at numerous conferences, including ABC International Conferences and the McDonough Leadership Conference. Her work bridges academic research and practical application, focusing on leadership development and organizational behavior.