Dr. Shika Mahdavi

Accomplished and visionary educator, academic leader, and training strategist with over 15 years of multifaceted experience spanning K–12, higher education, and corporate learning environments. Demonstrated excellence in instructional design, curriculum development, teacher training, compliance education, and leadership development. Doctorate in Educational Administration with published research addressing school violence and teacher victimization, offering scholarly depth and practitioner insight. Adept at translating research into practical strategies for system-wide improvement. Proven track record in faculty roles, organizational training leadership, and strategic change initiatives. Recognized for building inclusive learning ecosystems, mentoring aspiring educators, and transforming learning culture through innovation, collaboration, and data-informed decision-making.

• The Lord’s Hands & Hearts Ministries, Volunteer, Dallas, TX, 2015, Present, Homeless Outreach
• Schwab Charitable / DAFgiving360, Cohort Leader, 2025 Aspiring Leader Program (ALP)

• Dissertation: Hershel-Mahdavi, S. (2020). Exploring Principals’ Perceptions Regarding the Evolvement of School Violence and Teacher Victimization: A Qualitative Phenomenological Study. Texas A&M University–Commerce.
• Magazine Feature: Designing Learning Spaces for Equity, Renovator Magazine, Midwest Luxury Publishing, June 2017.
• Forthcoming: White paper on trauma-informed school leadership for Gracelyn University education department.
• In Progress: Research study on onboarding practices in hybrid philanthropic workplaces.

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