Dr. Christyna Serrano

Dr. Christyna Serrano, affectionately called Dr. C by those she teaches, is a renowned educator and entrepreneur with deep ties to UC Berkeley and Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. As a UC Berkeley alumna with a BA, MA, and Ph.D., she expertly bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and effective educational practices, focusing on both the academic and professional development of her students and clients. In her role as Director of Early Career Online Business Education at Stanford, Dr. C spearheads initiatives that enhance the readiness of early career professionals for today’s fast-paced global market, with a particular emphasis on expanding access to comprehensive personal finance education.

Dr. C also leads Critically Conscious Design, LLC, an organization dedicated to developing educational programs that cultivate leadership and innovation. Her work here is centered on utilizing the latest digital tools and educational theories to significantly improve the delivery of both academic and corporate training programs, thereby nurturing a culture of ongoing development and transformation.

Dr. C’s methodologies are designed to foster lifelong learning and to provide the foundations for continuous personal and organizational growth. Through her innovative approach, she ensures that learning interventions are not only aligned with current industry standards but also anticipate future educational and professional needs.

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