Dr. Shindale Seale
Culture & Leadership Strategist | Organizational Development Expert
Email: Shindale@seadecc.com
Location: Los Angeles, CA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Dr. Shindale Seale, Ed.D. is the Founder & CEO of SEADE Coaching & Consulting and creator of the CEEDS™ Framework — the only proprietary methodology that quantifies what cultural disengagement costs organizations in real dollars and builds the economic roadmap to recover it.
A Fellow on the Future of Policing Think Tank advising Chiefs of Police nationwide, and a four-year member of the LAPD Policy Advisory Committee, Dr. Seale brings cross-sector credibility that spans Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies, healthcare systems, and international markets. She holds an Ed.D. in Organizational Change & Leadership from the University of Southern California and is active across the United States, Caribbean, and Canada.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Strategic Leadership:
- Organizational Culture Transformation
- Change Management Excellence
- Evidence-Based Growth Strategies
- Cross-Sector Leadership
Proprietary Methodologies:
- CETACM™ Framework Development & Implementation
- Cultural Equity Integration
- Adaptive Change Management
Training & Development:
- 30+ DEI Training Programs
- Leadership Development Coaching
- Train-the-Trainer Certification
- Anti-Discrimination & Harassment Prevention
Research & Analysis:
- Organizational Assessments
- Data-Driven Strategic Planning
- Community Demographics Research
- Academic Curriculum Development
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SEADE COACHING & CONSULTING LLC (SEADECC) | CEO & Principal Consultant
2019 – Present
- Developed and copyrighted CETACM framework (2020) - proprietary methodology integrating cultural equity principles with adaptive change management to drive sustainable organizational transformation
- Created comprehensive library of 30+ specialized DEI training programs serving education, law enforcement, state government, legal sector, utilities, and Fortune 500 companies
- Deliver Train-the-Trainer certification programs(1-hour on-demand and extended versions) enabling organizations to scale cultural transformation initiatives internally
- Conduct evidence-based organizational assessments using interdisciplinary frameworks, resulting in measurable improvements in engagement, retention, and performance metrics
- Collaborate with The Water Research Foundation, LA Metro, SEMPRA Energy, and LAPD PAC on sector-specific cultural equity initiatives
UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS | Adjunct Faculty
2019 – 2025
- Design and deliver undergraduate and graduate curricula in Leadership, Organizational Change, and Business Communication
- Integrate CETACM™ principles into academic coursework, advancing students' understanding of contemporary management practices and cultural equity leadership
- Mentor emerging leaders in evidence-based organizational development strategies
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ SILICON VALLEY EXTENSION | Inaugural DE&I Program Chair
2020 – 2023
- Founded and launched comprehensive Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion certificate program from concept to full implementation
- Drafted courses and curriculum identifying applicable job titles, knowledge, and skills needed for success in DEI professional roles
- Recruited, screened, interviewed, and onboarded specialized instructors for newly developed and existing courses
- Established program standards, prerequisites, approved materials, and comprehensive course outlines
OUR COMMUNITY MENTORS INC. | Founder & President
2018 – 2024
- Founded non-profit organization serving marginalized communities in South Los Angeles with academic, professional, and quality-of-life resources
- Conducted demographic research informing community-based initiatives and advocacy programs, particularly for intellectually and developmentally disabled populations
- Serve on Inglewood School Board Advisory Committeeand curated Inglewood Small Business Academy for disadvantaged business owners
- Designed and implemented campaigns creating access and closing performance gaps in underserved community schools
KAIZEN HUMAN CAPITAL | Director of Organizational Development & Culture
2017 – 2019
- Assessed organizational culture utilizing quantitative and qualitative methodologies to drive evidence-based improvements across multiple client organizations
- Conducted Sexual Harassment training for clients throughout California, ensuring legal compliance while driving cultural transformation
- Trained and mentored staff on performance optimization and culture development principles using early CETACM™ methodological approaches
DLA PIPER LLP | Intellectual Property Supervisor
2010 – 2019
- Managed five teams of legal staff across Western Region, overseeing daily operations and strategic initiatives in high-stakes intellectual property environment
- Implemented equitable hiring strategies fostering diversity and inclusion throughout practice
- Executed comprehensive HR functions including strategic interviews, onboarding programs, performance management, and organizational development initiatives
PROPRIETARY FRAMEWORKS & SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS
CETACM™ (Cultural Equity Through Adaptive Change Management)
Copyrighted 2020 | Creator & Copyright Holder
Proprietary evidence-based framework transforming organizational culture through three integrated applications:
- Leadership Development: Converting managers into culturally intelligent leaders who navigate change while creating psychologically safe environments
- Workplace Culture Transformation: Aligning organizational values with daily behaviors through systematic culture assessment and adaptive implementation
- Strategic DEI Integration: Moving beyond compliance to create genuinely inclusive environments with measurable business impact
Comprehensive Training Portfolio
- Diversity2025™: 30+ specialized programs addressing unconscious bias, systemic change, and strategic inclusion driving business results
- Multigenerational Workforce Training: Evidence-based approaches for managing diverse group dynamics across age demographics
- Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Workplace Training: Specialized programs creating inclusive employment practices for disabled populations
- DEI Train-the-Trainer Certification: Comprehensive programs enabling organizational scalability of cultural transformation initiatives
EDUCATION
Ed.D., Organizational Change & Leadership | University of Southern California
M.A., Teaching | University of Southern California
B.A., English – Language & Linguistics | California State University Dominguez Hills
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP & RECOGNITION
- National & International Conference Presenter: Scholarly presentations on cultural equity and organizational transformation
- Media Appearances: Regular expert commentary on diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies
- Community Leadership: Inglewood School Board Advisory Committee, Inglewood Small Business Academy, Laurel Foundation Board Member, Research Fellow at Future Policing Institute
- Chair, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Allied Health School Study Group (2026–Present): Bachelor's Degree Advancement Program in Respiratory Care, creating pathways for low-income and minoritized individuals to become advanced-degree respiratory therapists. Applies the CEEDS™ framework through the lens of organizational and social determinants of health to address workforce development and community health equity.
- Board Member, Laurel Foundation: Serves on the board of a comprehensive provider of educational and support programs for children, youth, and families living with HIV/AIDS, transgender youth, and other at-risk youth populations. The Foundation serves over 500 low-income, at-risk participants annually, advancing equity and opportunity for vulnerable communities.
KEY DIFFERENTIATORS
- Proprietary Methodology: Creator and copyright holder of CETACM™ framework with proven ROI across multiple sectors
- Academic-Practitioner Bridge: Unique combination of doctoral-level research expertise with hands-on implementation experience
- Cross-Sector Impact: Demonstrated success with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations
- Measurable Results: Evidence-based approach delivering quantifiable improvements in engagement, retention, and organizational performance
- Community Integration: Commitment to applying organizational development principles to community empowerment and social equity