Kelly Watson
Hometown: Los Angeles (originally Toronto)
Area of research interest: Inclusive leadership characteristics
Master’s degree
MBA, Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor’s degree
Political Science, Western University (Canada)
What are some of your hobbies?
Soccer, horseback riding, volunteering
Where did/are you working prior to starting your PhD?
Orange Grove Consulting—Gender equity and inclusion experts
What’s your favorite thing around Denver?
The mountains—skiing and hiking
Why have you decided to pursue a PhD?
To become a better, more credible researcher
Why did you choose to get your PhD from the Daniels College of Business?
The diverse faculty of the Daniels school, as well as its individualized approach to supporting students in their PhD journey
What are your career goals or dream job after you complete your PhD?
Continue work in diversity and inclusion and develop a tool to measure inclusive leadership competency