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Michael Summerlin joined the USC Marshall Department of Management and Organization in 2015 as an Adjunct Professor. He teaches undergraduate and graduate level courses on organizational behavior, culture, management, and leadership. In 2010, he founded Emotive Knowledge Psychology (EKP), providing psychological services in Southern California and Nevada. His research focuses on the regulatory function of the autonomic nervous system and its influence on personality development and behaviors that mediate social engagement. Summerlin's academic pursuits include expertise in cultural transformation, mental health, mindfulness, and organizational behavior. He explores themes of self-compassion and mindful leadership in his teachings, emphasizing their importance in developing a compassionate organizational culture.
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