Emerald Archer
Equity Expert. Change Maker
“… thoughtful and transformative speaker on gender equity and parity, diversity and inclusion.”
- Lindy Huang Werges, Riot Games
About me
I’m currently the Chief Program Officer at Girls Inc. of Orange County, where I channel my 15 years of research and advocacy into advancing gender equity. My career has been dedicated to tackling issues of gender bias and promoting fairness across diverse sectors—from the U.S. Armed Forces to corporate environments.
Before joining Girls Inc., I served as an associate professor of political science and led the Center for the Advancement of Women at Mount Saint Mary’s University in Los Angeles. In that role, I spearheaded initiatives in gender equity research, education, and policy analysis from 2017 to 2023. My commitment to advancing women’s higher education led me to serve as Executive Director of the Women’s College Coalition (WCC) in 2019, where I advocated for women’s universities across North America, fostering collaboration and sharing best practices to help these institutions thrive.
My previous experience includes serving as the Associate Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and a political science professor at Woodbury University in Burbank, CA. My scholarship focuses on gender equity, systemic discrimination, and women’s representation in non-traditional sectors. I’ve published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, contributed to research anthologies, and authored the book Women, Warfare and Representation: American Servicewomen in the Twentieth Century. I’m also a seasoned keynote speaker and a frequent contributor to media outlets such as Vox, NPR, Good Day LA, and Inc.com.
In addition to my academic and advocacy work, I consult for companies like Hulu and Luxury Brand Partners, helping them create more inclusive and equitable workplaces. My expertise is rooted in a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a deep commitment to making a difference.
Work With Me
I leverage my experience as a researcher to help others reimagine their workplace to be diverse and gender equitable. If you are interested in exploring strategies to empower your colleagues and create a more dynamic and diverse corporate culture, I can help you achieve your goals. Through collaboration, we can craft a strategy to create a more equitable workforce, improve your ROI, and make a positive impact in your community.
Subject Matter Expertise
Be informed. Shift culture.
As an author and advocate, I am routinely called upon as an expert contributor for popular press articles, podcasts, and documentaries. I also give keynote presentations, serve as an expert panelist, and moderate conversations between experts across industries at national conferences. My presentations cover a variety of topics, from phenomena like implicit bias and cumulative disadvantage in the workplace, diversity fatigue in an era of Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, initiatives specific to BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) populations, and creating inclusive workplace cultures.
You Monitor What You Measure
Services that will enhance your organization
As a consultant, I offer a variety of services that will enhance your organization. Through research, workshops, and executive trainings, l provide you with the expertise and tools to (1) understand the health of your own corporate climate with respect to gender equity and diversity, (2) identify and combat implicit bias in the workplace, and (3) chart a strategic path forward to effectively grow your organization, retain talent, and create successful gender equity/diversity workplace initiatives. Don't see services that you are looking for? Let’s work together to create bespoke materials and presentations to ensure your success.
Reach Out
Let's work together to make our organizations and public spaces more equitable for all. Contact me if you are interested in consulting services, writing projects, or booking me as a speaker. If you are interested in bespoke services, contact me to start the conversation.