James Lott

James Lott serves as a Part-Time Lecturer in the Health Care Management program within the College of Health & Human Services at California State University, Long Beach. A retired senior healthcare executive with over 25 years of industry experience, he leverages expertise in crisis communications, government relations, and public relations to advise organizations on stakeholder engagement strategies.

His academic credentials include:

• Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) from Phillips Graduate University
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Redlands
• Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from California State University, Los Angeles

Dr. Lott's professional focus spans healthcare policy development, strategic planning, marketing, collaboration frameworks, and executive coaching methodologies, emphasizing practical applications in healthcare leadership and organizational management. His work bridges executive experience with academic instruction in healthcare administration.

Current board appointments include the Citizens Financial Accountability and Oversight Committee for California’s stem cell research program (State Senate appointee), Los Angeles County Emergency Medical Services Commission, and National Health Foundation.