Chief Research Scientist
Mandy Sha amplifies the impact and promise of science, language & history via highly-cited publications, multimedia speaking engagements, and PMP®-led innovations. She is also a #GenZ Latinos mom and an effective cross-cultural communication coach.
“I would unequivocally endorse Mandy as a teammate, as a leader, and as a collaborator. You can’t go wrong.”
— RTI International Executive
SERVICES LED BY MANDY:
- Research Science & Management Consulting
- Public Interest Services
- Public Speaking and Training
- Event Planning, Management, and Photography
- Presenter Coaching
- Editor-in-Chief
Research Science & Management Consulting
See AAPOR 2024 Award Winners for the innovative leadership commendation that includes Mandy’s large team
American Association for Public Opinion Research (AAPOR): “[The success led by Mandy Sha] reaffirmed AAPOR’s reputation as a beacon of innovation by demonstrating continuity, ingenuity, and unity at a time of unprecedented uncertainty for the profession and globally.”
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“high functioning communicator”
“an absolute example for others to follow”
“a coach and a friend”
“Wow”
Public Interest Desk
We professionalize nonprofit organizations’ programs and provide reputation management services to amplify their mission. In 2025, Mandy Sha was recognized for her “magic touch.”
Now serving Archdiocese of Chicago Shrine of All Saints
- Historical research and narrative building
- Digital missionary and media relations
- Online reputation management
- Infographics
- Docent outreach
- Interfaith dialogue
Find DMSI online using hashtags #SacredAndShared #ChicagoCatholic
Public Speaking and Training
Mandy is a competitive speaker, racking up wins in the highest-level possible city-wide speech competitions in Chicago, New York City, and online.
She most recently competed in 2024 and won the triennial Chicago championship for time-limited standup-like presentations. She is very funny!
Pictured with Mandy here is a talented first-time contestant accompanied by their long-time guide dog.
In-Person Keynotes
- Research Scientist: Data, Communication, History
- Motivational: Just imagine
- Mental Health: There’s no deadline for being great
- Narrative history: The language of Asian American AAPI identity
- Career Development: Speak our truths – self-advocacy strategies for introverts (and those who think they are NOT introverts)
- Leadership Development: Looking great: A leader’s picture is worth 1,000 quotes
- Cross-Cultural Communication: You can’t Google translate this – how you say it!
- AI vs. Human: How to talk to them, stay safe, and stand out
- For GenZ GenAlpha: iCARE™ Conviction Audacity Resilient Ethical
(Epilogue: She never became a diplomat… but did she develop the ‘required’ abilities? )
Event Planning, Management, and Photography
Presenter Coaching
Commissioner Mandy Sha presents North America’s 50 of the finest Asian & Pacific Islander speakers and Allies who transform public perceptions, while honoring our cultural values.
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Editor-in-Chief
We are a leader in expanding the reach of high quality texts:
✓ research and management science ✓ cross-cultural communication ✓ uplifting messages
with Editor-in-Chief leadership
Mandy is LinkedIn’s Top Voice in public speaking and skills that cultivate leadership. During the 14-month Community Top Voice program, she communicated 100 skills and 300 tips, all under 750 characters and are easy to understand.
We are making them available in her open access blog.
