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Bill Ventura, Ph.D.

Professor of Communication

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EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS

EXPERIENCE

2014-CURRENT

Professor of Communication

VIRGINIA PENINSULA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

I currently manage a full portfolio of communication and professional-development responsibilities, including designing and delivering a minimum of five courses each semester across in-person and virtual environments. I collaborate on cross-functional committees, provide individualized coaching and guidance, and develop creative communication strategies designed to increase awareness, strengthen engagement, and support broader organizational goals.

2007-2013

Assistant Professor of Communication

REGENT UNIVERSITY

I managed a full workload of five communication courses each semester while leading several curriculum and digital-learning initiatives. I redesigned the organization’s core communication courses and developed a standardized Blackboard template that improved consistency, usability, and the learner experience across online programs. I also collaborated on cross-functional committees, and my instructional design work received national recognition through a Blackboard Exemplary Course Award.

1999-2006

Communication Analyst / Graphic Designer

CACI

I supported a range of strategic communication initiatives in a complex government-contracting environment. My work included developing executive-level briefings, creating training resources for a large-scale organizational initiative, producing marketing and communication materials, coordinating website development, and helping design communication plans for diverse stakeholder groups, including those at the U.S. Navy Vice Admiral level.

EDUCATION

2006

Ph.D. in Communication

REGENT UNIVERSITY - Virginia Beach, VA

I earned a Ph.D. in Communication with a concentration in organizational communication, focusing on how leadership, culture, and values influence employee behavior and organizational performance. My doctoral research included a case study examining how Chick-fil-A’s founder communicated and reinforced his values throughout the organization.

1998

M.A. in Communication

REGENT UNIVERSITY - Virginia Beach, VA

I earned an M.A. in Communication with a concentration in interpersonal and cross-cultural communication, strengthening my ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals and audiences. My graduate thesis included a comprehensive analysis of business communication in the 21st century, with an emphasis on evolving workplace practices and communication challenges.

1995

B.A. in Communication Studies

UNIVERSITY of THE NATIONS - Kona, Hawaii

I earned a B.A. in Communication Arts, developing a strong foundation in both communication strategy and visual design. My coursework in graphic design and communication studies helped shape my ability to translate ideas and complex information into clear, engaging messages for different audiences.

CHARACTER TRAITS

TRAITS

LOYAL

LISTENER

RESOURCEFUL

LEADERSHIP

ORGANIZED

TRUSTWORTHY

SKILLS

Communication +
Leadership Coaching

Audio/Video Production
[Camtasia, Audacity,
Quicktime, CapCut, etc.]

Blackboard, Canvas,
BrightSpace + other LMSs

Adobe CC Suite Expert
[Photoshop / Illustrator
Acrobat / InDesign]

Mac + PC Proficient
Microsoft Office

Google Docs

VERSATILE

Experienced communication and learning professional with a Ph.D. in Organizational Communication and more than 20 years of experience designing and delivering training in both in-person and virtual environments.

LEADER

Communication and people leader with experience managing a team of more than a dozen professionals while setting departmental priorities and translating organizational goals into action. Successfully balanced team leadership, strategic planning, employee development, and day-to-day operational responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

INNOVATIVE

Partnered with leaders and subject-matter experts to assess learning needs and design, develop, and deliver training programs, facilitator materials, presentations, job aids, and employee communications that supported performance and organizational goals.