Professor René Molina is the Director and Professor of the Graduate Organizational Psychology Program at Vanguard University. A Ph.D. Candidate in Organizational Psychology, he specializes in the intersection of organizational fairness, leadership, and commitment within diverse organizations. He holds a Master's degree in Organizational Psychology and Evaluation and a Master's in Theology, where he specialized on the ethics and leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Additionally, he earned his Bachelor's degree in Theology with an emphasis on leadership from Vanguard University.

Born and raised in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, Professor Molina brings a unique and personal perspective to his work. Married since 2014 to his best friend, Keily, they have a son and two beloved beagles.

In addition to his academic work, Professor Molina is part of the senior leadership at a leading intergenerational and multicultural civil society organization in Los Angeles. With a portfolio of over 20 programs, it partners with public and private agencies to create positive social impact. He also serves as an advisor to federal and civic officials, helping shape policies that promote ethical leadership and organizational excellence. As a scholar, practitioner, and leader, Professor Molina is committed to advancing our understanding of leadership, ethics, and organizational psychology, making him an invaluable asset to our team.

DeCoste, Luke, David V. Day, Darnell Mauricio, Kristine Shea, Rebecca Reichard, René Molina, Eric Middleton, Kayla Kai Parker, Timothy Raider Smith, Stephenie Renee Dailey, Jessica Diaz, and Kristine Powers (Jul 2023). “Advancements in Leader Development Research: New Insights on Leader Self-Views.” Academy of Management: Proceedings. Chicago, IL.

Reichard, Becky, Krista Jensen, Shin Han, and René Molina (May 2023). “When followers perceive tyrannical leaders as effective: Intersections of gender, race, and implicit leadership theories.” Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Leadership Symposium, Rhodes, Greece.

Molina, René. (2021). “Intergenerational Leadership.” Exponential Leadership Conference. Los Angeles, CA.

Molina, René, Sr. and René Molina, Jr. (2019). “Cerrando la Brecha Generacional” [Closing the Generational Gap] BIOLA University.