Skylar Mayberry-Mayes

Professional Accomplishments:
Skylar Mayberry-Mayes, Ph.D., has a diverse background in business and education, working at various corporations and higher education institutions. Currently, he is a leader at Grand View University, serving as the Executive Director of The Jacobson Institute.

Throughout his career, Skylar has consistently served as a champion for corporate social responsibility and career readiness; through his academic research and many leadership roles supporting Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Councils, Data and Analytics Councils, and College Advisory Boards.

Demonstrating a record of community engagement has led to several recognitions, including Forbes® Under 30, Business Record® 40 Under 40, Iowa Governor's Volunteer Service Award, Obama - Presidential Volunteer Service Award, Nationwide - Volunteer of the Year, and much more. While serving as a Loaned Executive for United Way of Central Iowa, Dr. Mayberry-Mayes helped to raise a record-breaking $26.6MM. His affiliation with many boards and committees, including Big Brothers Big Sisters, Habitat for Humanity, Oakridge Neighborhood, Des Moines Public Schools Foundation and several others, is what keeps him engaged.

Education:
B.A., Finance, University of Northern Iowa; MBA Iowa State University; Ph.D. Drake University