Tita Gray

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Dr. Tita Gray, whose pronouns are she, her, and hers, has over 25 years of private, public, and higher education experience. She currently serves as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Lead Administrator for the Superior Court of California, Los Angeles County. She formerly served as the Senior Vice President of Access, Diversity, and Inclusion at the American Dental Education Association. 

For over twenty years, her expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion has been the catalyst for social justice and antiracism throughout the country. While at San Diego State University, she was an Assistant Dean of Student Affairs and taught numerous business and leadership courses, receiving multiple Outstanding Faculty Awards. She is a certified Career and Life coach and has practiced as a coach and consultant for senior executives. Dr. Gray has a TEDx called “My Greatest Fears Created My Strongest Values.” She is the author of two career planning books, Follow Your Purpose and Career Renaissance, and a memoir, Harmony of My Soul.

She holds a bachelor’s degree from Baruch College in NYC, an MBA from San Francisco State University, and a Doctor of Education from San Diego State University. Furthermore, she completed the coveted Harvard University Institute for Management Development.  She is a highly regarded motivational speaker and an avid sports fan. She has a son Aleksey, a grandson Zahcari, and a dog named Toby.