Val Margarit is Associate Dean of Academic Affairs at Keiser University, Pembroke Pines, Florida. Previously, Val was a K12 teacher, college professor and department chair, course developer, and faculty success and development trainer. She holds a B.A. and an M.A. in sociology, an Ed.S in education, an Ed.D. in educational leadership, and certification in inclusive leadership. Her research interests are student and faculty success, education leadership, culture, and social behavior. As a lifelong learner, Val is passionate about helping people become empowered and achieve their full potential. She has won numerous awards, including Teacher of the Year, and the Free to Choose Excellence in Education awards. She developed several college courses including The Complete Guide: Achieving Success in College and Beyond. Her books include the best-selling “Why Not You? How to Become an Empowered Woman and The Successful Student Mindset. Learn more about Val at www.valmargarit.com / valmargarit@gmail.com