Michael J. Guo-Brennan, PhD, is an Associate Profession and the Director of the Master of Public Administration Program at Troy University. He served in leadership roles in education, non-profit and governmental organizations for over 20 years before beginning his academic career in higher education. His teaching and research focus on global public policy and affairs, governmental relations, and public administration. He has published extensively based on his scholarly and professional work in public administration, public policy analysis and development, leadership development, organizational management and culture, governmental relations, immigration, civic engagement and capacity in urban education reform, and global competence in higher education. Michael has provided consulting and management services for governments, non-profit organizations, business organizations, and newcomers who seek assistance in expanding business development and government relations. His works have taken him to cities across the USA, Canada, and China.