Dana Sumpter

Dr. Dana Sumpter is an Associate Professor of Management and Human Resource Management at California State University Long Beach (CSULB). She holds a Ph.D. in Management from the University of California, Irvine, and advanced degrees from the University of Illinois. Her research focuses on work-family dynamics, mindfulness at work, cross-cultural management, and organizational behavior. Previously, she served as Vice President of HR at Citigroup, leading executive training programs across Asia-Pacific. Dr. Sumpter’s TEDx talk emphasizes redefining societal perceptions of working mothers, advocating for their professional potential. Her scholarship bridges academic insights with practical HR strategies, addressing challenges like workplace norms during crises and cultural intelligence in global leadership.

• Education:
• Ph.D. in Management, UC Irvine
• M.S. in Human Resources, University of Illinois
• B.S. in Psychology, University of Illinois
• Key Research Themes: Work-family enrichment, relational energy, mindfulness, and gender equity in the workplace.

Her recent work explores post-pandemic ideal worker norms, cross-cultural collaboration, and organizational resilience. Dr. Sumpter’s interdisciplinary approach integrates HR practices with psychological and cultural dimensions to enhance workplace inclusivity and employee well-being.