About Dr. Rhetta Standifer
Helping people learn and grow through research, teaching, and conversation.
Dr. Standifer is a workshop facilitator, management professor, and professional writer with a passion for helping people grow through meaningful learning experiences. With a Ph.D. and MBA in Organizational Behavior from the University of Missouri, Rhetta brings more than 25 years of academic and practical expertise to every session she leads.
As the founder of RStandifer Workshops, she designs and facilitates virtual workshops that help faculty, professionals, and teams communicate more effectively, lead with authenticity, and thrive in today’s increasingly collaborative work environments.
💼 Work Experience
Owner/Facilitator
RStandifer Workshops: Established 2025
My workshops represent a blend of decades of organizational research/teaching and my passion for finding real-world solutions to workplace problems. These virtual workshops speak to making work work for individuals, companies, and academics.​
Associate Professor
2005 - 2023
As an academic, I taught Org Behavior, Leadership, and a variety of HR courses. I conducted scholarly research and participated in service, including advising student organizations and serving on a University Counsel.
International Educator & Consultant
Over the course of my academic career, I was fortunate to teach in France and the UK, and act as a Visiting Professor in Ireland. These experiences were amazing and provided new perspectives to my teaching. I have also consulted for Fortune 500 companies about teams, multi-team systems, and conflict resolution.
🎓 Education
University of Missouri - Columbia
Ph.D in Business Administration, emphasis on Management
University of Missouri - Columbia
MBA in Management
Florida State University
Bachelor of Arts
