Darin R. Molnar, PhD

Current

President at KeyChange Institute
Principal at Riollano & Associates
Adjunct Professor at Argosy University

Adjunct Faculty at Ashford University
Chief Instigator at eXcolo Research Group
Adjunct Faculty at Axia College of the University of Phoenix
Adjunct Faculty at University of Phoenix

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Past

Product Development Manager, .NET Solutions at ERP-Link
Data Program Manager at Northwest Evaluation Association

Education

Capella University
Portland State University
Portland State University

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Industry

Management Consulting

Websites

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Darin R. Molnar, PhD’s Summary

I am currently developing a new field of study - Middle Way Management™:

Middle Way Management is the practice of leading and managing people based upon time-tested ways of being; it is a consciously mindful, compassionate approach that is neither too controlling nor too lax.

Middle Way Management emphasizes accountability in an atmosphere of authentic connection.

Middle Way Management is patient and kind; it exercises genuine concern for people because they are the real constituents of the organization, not just those who benefit from its bottom line, though bottom line numbers ultimately become healthier and more vibrant when the people contributing to organizational success are led and managed with patience and compassion.

Middle Way Management is practiced in the now with a full, energetic commitment to doing what is necessary and right today to fulfill on the vision and promise of tomorrow.

Middle Way Management is a daily walk in the presence of chaotic energy tempered by conscious compassion and mindful intent.

Darin R. Molnar, PhD’s Specialties:

I hold a PhD in Organization and Management with a specialization in Leadership, as well as BA and MA degrees in Anthropology. I work every day to create new theoretical knowledge and to develop practical applications of compassionate leadership principles for leaders and managers in organizations of all sizes and all kinds.

Darin R. Molnar, PhD’s Experience

President

KeyChange Institute

(Management Consulting industry)

September 2009 — Present (3 months)
Principal

Riollano & Associates

(Management Consulting industry)

May 2009 — Present (7 months)

Riollano & Associates offers a suite of products and services aimed at acquiring and utilizing the best technological options available while remaining mindful that they are simply tools designed to help you achieve your organization's goals and objectives. Along with PMI-certified project oversight and training, we provide just about any technology for your projects, including Microsoft/.NET, Java, and major ETL solutions.

We capitalize on the experience and expertise of our employees by also providing management consulting for a wide variety of industries and markets. As an 8a contractor, we work closely with the federal government and apply the lessons we learn there to helping private businesses, from entrepreneurs to major corporations, work leaner and cleaner.
Adjunct Professor

Argosy University

(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

May 2009 — Present (7 months)

Teaching undergrad biz and biz management courses.
Adjunct Faculty

Ashford University

(Educational Institution; Education Management industry)

April 2009 — Present (8 months)

Teach anthropology and business leadership and management courses at the undergrad and grad levels.
Chief Instigator

eXcolo Research Group

(Research industry)

July 2006 — Present (3 years 5 months)

The present focus of eXcolo Research Group is on the creation of Second Life teaching assets for higher learning. Second Life assets are objects that can be traded on the open market within the Second Life economy. Examples of these are presentation boards, multiple-choices tests that email results to the instructor upon completion, and grade books, to name but a few.

We are delivering custom products and contributing to others in the open source environment. We strongly believe that these products should be easily and freely available to post-secondary educators and institutions. We are also actively involved in consulting with higher learning institutions to develop courses using Second Life as an innovative way to deliver course materials and classroom experience.
Adjunct Faculty

Axia College of the University of Phoenix

(Public Company; APOL; Higher Education industry)

February 2006 — Present (3 years 10 months)

Mentor and advise student population and teach online courses. Maintain required office hours every week with significant commitment to student support and encouragement. Approved courses: HUM130: Religions of the World, CRT201: Critical Thinking, MGT337: Supervision and Leadership, MGT340: Organization Theory and Behavior, ETH123: Cultural Diversity, INS301: Introduction to World Cultures and Social Environments.
Adjunct Faculty

University of Phoenix

(Public Company; APOL; Higher Education industry)

November 2004 — Present (5 years 1 month)

Teach both on–ground and FlexNet courses for University College and College of Information Systems & Technology. Approved courses: PHL251: Critical Thinking, RES110: Introduction to Research and Information Utilization, SOC105: Introduction to Popular American Culture, SOC200: Introduction to Sociology, POS360: Programming Concepts, POS400: Introduction to Object–Oriented Programming, POS402: Visual Basic .NET, POS405: Advanced Visual Basic .NET.
Product Development Manager, .NET Solutions

ERP-Link

(Privately Held; 11-50 employees; Information Technology and Services industry)

August 2007 — June 2008 (11 months)

I am responsible for designing new software solutions, enhancing existing product offerings, and integrating the ERP-Link product line into third party software solutions.
Data Program Manager

Northwest Evaluation Association

(Non-Profit; 201-500 employees; Primary/Secondary Education industry)

July 2005 — July 2006 (1 year 1 month)

Led a team of data professional in the design, development, and deployment of major NWEA data initiatives, including desktop and distributed .NET applications, .NET Web applications, and data warehousing projects.

Darin R. Molnar, PhD’s Education

Capella University

PhD , Organization & Management, Leadership , 2004 — 2007

My PhD is in Organization and Management, a business degree, with a specialization in Leadership. My specialization within Leadership itself is centered on Servant Leadership, including the further development and refinement of theory, as well as the creation of new knowledge around practical methods and techniques for applying it in organizations of all kinds.

Activities and Societies:

- Academy of Management
- The Greenleaf Center for Servant-Leadership
- American Association for the Advancement of Science
- National Postdoctoral Association
- Capella University Ambassador Program
- Capella University Alumni Mentoring Program
- Portland State University Alumni Association
- Portland State University Anthropology Advisory Council
Portland State University

MA , Anthropology/Archaeology , 1994 — 1998

My MA thesis topic was centered on the development of an archaeological artifact attribute information database written in Microsoft Access.

Activities and Societies:

- Teaching Assistant, Anthropology/Archaeology, 1995-1996
- Graduate Assistant, Office of IT, 1994, 1995
- President, Anthropology Student Association, 1995
- Treasurer, Anthropology Student Association, 1994
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Advisory Council, 1997
Portland State University

BA , Anthropology/Computer Applications , 1990 — 1994

I concentrated mostly on computer applications to archaeological projects, including the creation of a 3D CAD representation of the Meier Site (35CO5) plank house. I was able to present several papers at the Northwest Anthropological Conference on this and other topics.

Activities and Societies:

- Member, Anthropology Student Assocation

Additional Information

Darin R. Molnar, PhD’s Websites:

My Website

Darin R. Molnar, PhD’s Interests:

Publishing works that span a range from academic management/leadership volumes to popular self-development books. Servant leadership research and development is another important part of the eXcolo approach.

Darin R. Molnar, PhD’s Groups:

Academy of Management
Western Academy of Management
The Greenleaf Center for Servant-Leadership
Capella University Ambassador Program
Portland State University Alumni Association
Portland State University Anthropology Advisory Council