Eric Zackrison Ph. D.

Eric Zackrison Ph. D. is a seasoned educator and consultant with extensive experience in leadership, management, communication, and organizational development. Currently serving as a Course Author/Instructor for Starweaver and Madecraft, Eric designs engaging online courses that have attracted over 600,000 student views on platforms like LinkedIn Learning. As a Continuing Lecturing Professor at UC Santa Barbara, Eric teaches courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, enhancing students' practical management and leadership communication skills. With a history of advising small businesses and organizations, Eric's role as Principle Consultant at Effectiveness Consultants and as a Business Advisor at organizations such as Women's Economic Ventures and the Economic Development Collaborative-Ventura County further highlights Eric's commitment to empowering teams and fostering effective leadership. Eric's educational background includes a PhD in Organizational Communication from UC Santa Barbara and multiple advanced degrees from Missouri State University.