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College of Business and Entrepreneurship
College of Business and Entrepreneurship
Engagement & Outreach Specialist
Human Resources
Office of Human Resources
Fort Lauderdale/Davie
Dr. Eileen Petzold-Bradley brings over 25 years of experience in organizational development, executive and life coaching, career advising, marketing and communications, and workplace conflict resolution. At NSU, she contributes to the Office of Human Resources by supporting initiatives in employer branding, talent acquisition, employee learning and development, and engagement that strengthen and empower the university community.
As an adjunct professor and practitioner-scholar, Dr. Petzold-Bradley bridges research and practice to foster innovation, with a focus on entrepreneurial mindset, workplace dynamics, and start-up ecosystems. She teaches undergraduates, graduate students, and lifelong learners, equipping them with the skills and strategies needed to reach their full potential and thrive in interdisciplinary and professional settings.
She earned her Ph.D. in Conflict Resolution & Analysis from Nova Southeastern University, where her dissertation examined the key success factors driving entrepreneurs in start-up ecosystems. A recognized thought leader, she presents her research nationally and internationally on entrepreneurship, conflict resolution, and diversity in higher education, publishes regularly in peer-reviewed journals, and is authoring a book on entrepreneurial success.
Dr. Petzold-Bradley’s entrepreneurial journey began in Germany, where she founded and operated an educational franchise and her first consultancy, providing intercultural training, mentoring professionals, and enhancing team dynamics across diverse organizations. Today, through Owlsight Resolve, she continues that mission—helping executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations leverage conflict as a catalyst for growth, innovation, and resilience.
ENT 3100 Entrepreneurial Mindset
Petzold-Bradley, E. (2024, June 4). The narratives of conflict resolution entrepreneurs: Evolving career pathways and determinants of business success. [Conference presentation]. ACR-GNY’s 23rd Annual Conference, Expand: The Field x The Future. Virtual.
Petzold-Bradley, E., & Georgakopoulos, A. (2024, April 3). Harmony in diversity: Transformative narratives through film and peace. [Diversity on Demand Presentation]. Nova Southeastern University BEDI Advisory Council Annual Diversity Summit, Exploring the Beauty of Unity in Diversity. NSU Ft Lauderdale/Davie Campus.
Petzold-Bradley, E. (2023). Incorporating inclusive language into your practice. [Conference presentation]. Learning and Educational Center | Office of Academic Affairs Annual Conference, Destination Excellence: A Journey to Engaged Teaching and Learning. NSU Ft Lauderdale/Davie Campus.
Petzold-Bradley, E. (2023, November 4). Challenges and opportunities of DEI in higher education. [Conference presentation]. Peace and Conflict Studies Journal (PCSJ) Annual Conference, Sustainable Progress, Sustainable Futures. NSU Ft Lauderdale/Davie Campus.
Petzold-Bradley, E., & Georgakopoulos, A. (2023, October 16). Collaborating in organizations through the design of conflict management systems. [Paper presentation]. Association for Conflict Resolution Annual Conference, Conflict Resolution: Collaboration the New Normal. Arlington, VA, United States.
Petzold-Bradley, E., & Swann, E. (2023, August 9). Belonging, equity, diversity, equity training. [Training session]. For NSU Undergraduate Campus Advisors. NSU Ft Lauderdale/Davie Campus.
Petzold-Bradley, E. (2023, March 15-16). Everyone can become an inclusive leader: Adding DEI skills to your toolkit. [Diversity on Demand Presentation]. Nova Southeastern University BEDI Advisory Council Diversity Summit, The Power to Connect, Collaborate, Thrive. NSU Ft Lauderdale/Davie Campus.
Petzold-Bradley, E., Allan, B., & Georgakopoulos, A. (2022, September 16). Organizational conflict management systems: Toward design, innovation, creativity, and inclusion. [Paper presentation]. Association for Conflict Resolution Annual Conference, Evolving Horizons in Conflict Resolution. Orlando, FL, United States.
Petzold-Bradley, E., & Georgakopoulos, A. (2021, October 21). The craft of mediation: The infusion of multidisciplinary approaches, appreciative inquiry, and cultural diversity (hybrid). [Paper presentation]. American Bar Association 18th Annual Mediation Week.
Petzold-Bradley, E., Katz, N., Kent, P., & Palmore, B. (2021, October 1). Beyond the walls of academia: Envisioning the future of ADR/ODR higher education and practice (virtual). [Conference presentation]. Association for Conflict Resolution Annual Conference, Reflective Engagement: Learning from Our Past. Transforming Our Future.
Petzold-Bradley, E., Sabala, G., & Tutdeal, M. (2021, February 10). Conflict resolution in the virtual world: The impact of COVID-19 on new ways of doing business. [Conference presentation]. Peace and Conflict Studies Journal (PCSJ) Annual Conference, Unilateralism, Nationalism, Globalism, the Schisms these Isms (virtual). Ft. Lauderdale, FL, United States.
Petzold-Bradley, E., Katz, N., & Kent, P. Palmore, B. (2020, October 21). Leadership enhancement for all: Using multi-frame thinking in turbulent times (virtual). [Conference presentation]. Association for Conflict Resolution and Peace and Justice Studies Association Annual Conference, Conflict & Justice in an Era of Polarization.
Petzold-Bradley, E., & Katz, N. (2019, June 3-7). Conflict resolution workshop for public managers for the Department of Army and State Dept. Civilian and Military Defense Comptrollers. [Workshop]. Maxwell School, Syracuse University, NY, United States.
Petzold-Bradley, E. (2018, May 17). Cultural considerations: A conflict resolution primer.[Symposium presentation]. Institute for Cultural Diplomacy Annual Symposium, Cultural Diplomacy, Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding. Berlin, Germany.
Petzold-Bradley, E. (2024). The Narratives of Successful Conflict Resolution Entrepreneurs:
Evolving Career Pathways and Determinants of Business Success. Doctoral dissertation.
Nova Southeastern University. Retrieved from NSUWorks, College of Arts, Humanities,
and Social Science - Department of Conflict Resolution Studies. (239)
https://nsuworks.nova.edu/shss_dcar_etd/239.
Petzold-Bradley, E. (2023). Where do I belong? Peace Chronicle, The Peace & Justice Studies Association.
Georgakopoulos, A., Allen, B., and Petzold-Bradley, E. (2022). Organizational conflict management systems: Toward design, innovation, creativity, and inclusion. In De Gruyter Handbook of Organizational Conflict Management. De Gruyter Publishing.
Petzold-Bradley, E. and Georgakopoulos, A. (2021). Harnessing conflict management systems by applying mediation, systems thinking, appreciative inquiry, and intercultural sensitivity. GPSolo Magazine. March/April 2021 issue. American Bar Association Publishing.
Petzold-Bradley, E. (2020). Role of culture in communication and conflict resolution. In Katz, Lawyer, Sosa, Sweedler, and Tokar (Eds.), Communication & Conflict Resolution Skills. (3rd ed. pp. 191-197. Kendall Hunt Publishing Company.
Petzold-Bradley, E., McDaniels, W.J., Phan, J., Zemans, A. (2018). Narrating our trauma together: Striving for resilience through narrative mediation. Mediation Training Manual. US Department of Justice (DOJ).