Mickey P. McGee, DPA
Associate Dean, GGU Worldwide
Director, GGU Worldwide DBA Program
Email: mmcgee@ggu.edu
I bring extensive experience as an academic leader and organizational development expert, specializing in public administration, strategic management, and leadership development. Currently, I serve as the Associate Dean and Program Director for the DBA program at Golden Gate University, where I combine academic rigor with practical expertise from the fields of military leadership and executive consulting.
My career spans both the public and private sectors, having held senior positions such as Assistant Vice President at HSBC and Deputy Director at the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School. I also served as a U.S. Army officer, including as Chief of Protocol for General Colin Powell.
As a published author and in-demand speaker, I have built a strong reputation for research and teaching excellence in leadership and organizational development. My work is driven by a passion for helping organizations and individuals unlock their full potential.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Associate Dean & DBA Program Director
Golden Gate University Worldwide, San Francisco, CA
2023 – Present
- Lead academic administration for the Doctor of Business Administration program across multiple campuses and online.
- Manage faculty recruitment, curriculum development, and student success initiatives.
- Serve as strategic advisor for institutional growth and international partnerships.
Professor, Doctor of Business Administration Program
Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA
2021 – Present
- Deliver graduate-level coursework in strategic management, organizational development, and leadership.
- Mentor and advise doctoral students on research and dissertation projects.
- Developed new courses on strategic partnerships and cross-cultural leadership.
Program Director, Doctor of Business Administration
Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA
2019 – Present
- Spearhead program growth, including curriculum revision and new course offerings.
- Engage with international academic bodies to enhance the program’s global presence.
- Oversee program operations, faculty performance, and strategic initiatives.
Associate Professor
Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA
2008 – 2021
- Taught courses in public administration, leadership, and project management to graduate and doctoral students.
- Conducted research on public sector innovations, homelessness, and veterans’ services.
- Served as Faculty Advisor to Pi Alpha Alpha, the Honorary Society for Public Administration.
Vice President, Organizational Development
HSBC Bank, San Francisco, CA
2004 – 2008
- Led organizational change initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and employee engagement.
- Designed and executed leadership development programs for senior management.
- Drove cultural transformation strategies for HSBC’s North American divisions.
Assistant Professor & Deputy Director, Center for Executive Education
Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA
2000 – 2003
- Developed and delivered executive education programs for senior military and civilian government leaders.
- Conducted research on international security, policy-making, and public administration.
- Facilitated high-impact workshops and seminars for global leadership development.
Contract Transportation Manager
Monterey-Salinas Transit, Monterey, CA
1993 – 2000
- Managed day-to-day operations of public transportation systems serving the Monterey Peninsula.
- Led strategic initiatives to improve efficiency and accessibility for underserved communities.
Command and Staff Officer
U.S. Army (Various Global Assignments)
1972 – 1992
- Held key leadership roles in the Army, including command positions overseeing strategic planning, operations, training, performance management and logistics.
- Managed large teams in diverse international settings, focusing on leadership, team-building, and mission accomplishment.
- Awarded multiple U.S. and foreign military decorations for excellence in leadership and service.
EDUCATION
- Doctor of Public Administration (DPA)
Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA - Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA - Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
University of California, Davis, CA
AWARDS & HONORS
- Golden Gate University Outstanding Research Award (2022)
- Golden Gate University Outstanding Scholarship of Application, Integration & Discovery (2019)
- Golden Gate University Judith E. Browning Teaching Excellence Award (2013)
- Golden Gate University Outstanding Graduate Award, DPA (2003)
- Numerous U.S. Army and foreign military decorations.
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
- Books
- Cities and Homelessness: Essays and Case Studies on Practices, Innovations and Challenges (McFarland, 2020)
- Veteran Care and Services (McFarland, 2020)
- Syringe Exchange Programs and the Opioid Epidemic: Government and Nonprofit Practices and Policies (McFarland, 2020)
- Legal Marijuana: Perspectives on Public Benefits, Risks, and Policy Approaches (McFarland, 2019)
- Co-authored with Dr. Joaquin Gonzalez, these works address pressing public policy issues and practical strategies in health, housing, and legal reforms.
COMMUNITY & VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP
- Member, Board of Directors
Philippine Senior Resource Center, San Francisco, CA - City of Pacific Grove Staff Lead, ADA Transition Committee
City of Pacific Grove, CA - Member, Board of Directors
American Red Cross, Monterey Chapter - Member, Board of Directors
Easter Seals, Monterey Bay Region - Member, Leadership Monterey County
- Faculty Advisor
Pi Alpha Alpha, Honorary Society of Public Administration
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Volunteer for International Executive Service Corps & USAID
Conducted research and management consulting in Tanzania (2017-2018). - Member of ICMA Foreign Expert Study Tour, China (2017).
