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Dr. Makesha Spence is the Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer at DRI Consulting. She holds a PhD in Psychology and master's degree in Adult Education. Dr. Spence has over 15 years experience in senior leadership, organizational assessment and development, and talent management. She also has over 20 years experience in instructional design and training, including the teaching of Consulting Psychology at master's level. Dr. Spence's work at DRI Consulting allows her to do transformative work with individuals, teams, and organizations while honing her consulting skills.
Rhovine Haughton is a Partner and the Chief Operating Officer at DRI Consulting. She is pursuing a PhD in General Psychology, with a focus on Industrial Organizational Psychology, at Grand Canyon University. She has a Master of Science in Counselling and Consulting Psychology at the International University of the Caribbean in Jamaica. Her experience with education and workforce training adds to her strengths as a consultant. Rhovine’s role at DRI Consulting complements her graduate training and passion for organizational development, training and leadership development. She is most excited to provide clients help in the areas of coaching, personnel selection, and organization-level interventions.
Dr. Fennig is a capable executive level Senior Advisor and Training Director. His reputation is producing significant, lasting and timely results through teams within and across organizational functions. He has special skills and interests working with the gifted/talented and high potential leaders of medium and large public and private organizations, family-owned companies, and entrepreneurial start-ups. Industry interests include professional services, healthcare, high technology, education, religious organizations and public sector.
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Delia Bingea is a Consultant at DRI Consulting with over a year of experience with the firm. She is pursuing a Master of Science degree at the Florida Institute of Technology in Industrial-Organizational Psychology (Class of 2024). In addition, she has a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a minor in K-12 Art Education and a Leadership Certificate from Wartburg College. Her experience with improving outcomes for teachers and students and her teaching skills increase her effectiveness as a consultant. Delia has a particular interest in employee experience, diversity & inclusion, and leadership.
Dr. Ashley Stephens holds a PhD in General Psychology, with a focus on Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Grand Canyon University. She has a Master of Social Work from East Tennessee State University and a bachelor’s in psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She has primarily worked in the government sector but is currently providing services in healthcare. Dr. Stephens' experience and passion to expand her knowledge provides opportunities to grow in the areas of organizational development, team building, executive development, and training. She looks forward to assisting clients with their goals for growth as well.
Melissa Wells is a Consultant at DRI Consulting. She is pursuing a Doctor of Counseling Psychology degree at Saint Mary’s University of MN (Class of 2026). In addition, she holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education/Kinesiology, and a yoga instructor certification (E-RYT-200). Her years of working with individuals and groups as a teacher and therapist provide her with the experience and foundational skills to encourage development and improve results. Melissa has a particular passion for providing comprehensive and integrated strategies targeted to individual needs, that validate personal strengths, and which aim to promote authentic expressions of growth. She has particular interest in executive coaching, leadership development, hiring support, and organizational health solutions.
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Dr. Daniel Knauer is a Consultant at DRI Consulting. He holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology. Before Dr. Knauer started consulting, he gained experience with psychological assessment, education, supervision, research, and psychotherapy. He also has some sales experience and a college minor in marketing. Dr. Knauer is excited to provide high-quality assessment, leadership development, executive coaching, organizational development, team building, hiring support, and cultural analysis solutions in a consulting capacity.
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Yin-Hwee Chua is a Consultant at DRI Consulting. She is also a business owner, a community leader, and a transformational catalyst. She holds a Master of Arts in General Psychology from the University of Central Oklahoma and is currently pursuing certification as a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) through the International Association of Professional Recovery Coaches (IAPRC). With over a decade of leadership experience, she brings a wealth of insights to her coaching and consulting practice. Her role at DRI Consulting aligns with her commitment to deepening expertise in evidence-based consulting, leadership development, and executive coaching. She is most passionate about empowering individuals and teams to realize their fullest potential within organizational settings.
Burama Jatta is a Consultant at DRI Consulting. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Georgia and is pursuing a Master’s in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. Burama is conducting research on microaggressions in the workplace and their impact on organizational performance, reflecting his commitment to fostering inclusive and effective work environments. His experience in human resources and talent management enhances his ability to address complex organizational challenges. At DRI Consulting, Burama is passionate about delivering tailored solutions in coaching, personnel selection, and organizational development to help clients achieve sustainable success.
Lindsay Othen is a Consultant at DRI Consulting. She is pursuing a Master of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology through Grand Canyon University. As a member of the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society, she represents the top 10% of upper-level graduate students. With over a decade of professional experience in consultative strategic sales roles, predominantly within the high-tech sector, she has served clients across industries globally. Her journey has been centered around navigating agile digital transformations, streamlining efficiencies, and elevating total experiences. Her innate passions reside in Organizational Development, change management, cross-functional collaboration, employee engagement, and leadership coaching. Lindsay is a trusted advisor, committed to empowering organizations with people-centered solutions that lead to meaningful outcomes. At DRI Consulting, she is excited to scale and expand her skills to make a significant difference across the greater collective. Lindsay is driven to unlock the unrecognized potential in individuals, teams, and organizations so they can overcome obstacles and thrive.
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