Resume

Dr. Shindale Seale

Culture & Leadership Strategist | Organizational Development Expert

Email: Shindale@seadecc.com 

Location: Los Angeles, CA 

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Distinguished cultural equity strategist and organizational development leader with 30+ years of cross-sector experience. Creator and copyright holder of the proprietary CETACM™ (Cultural Equity Through Adaptive Change Management) framework. Proven expertise in transforming organizational culture, developing leaders, and delivering measurable business results across Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations.

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 – Present

• 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 

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