Paul Gavoni
Director at the Professional Crisis Management Association (PCMA), Dr. Paul "Paulie" Gavoni, an esteemed behavior scientist and educator, has dedicated decades to positively achieving results through the elevation of performance and behavior within education and human services. His rich professional journey spans roles ranging from COO to Professor, Vice President, School Administrator, and School Turnaround Manager. These diverse positions are united by his extensive expertise in Organizational Behavior Management (OBM), which he utilizes to improve human services on a profound level.Dr. Gavoni is unwavering in his commitment to harnessing behavioral science for the betterment of individuals and organizations. His impact on employee and leadership development across various domains is nothing short of transformative. Armed with a deep command of organizational behavior science, he fearlessly addresses educational challenges, offering candid evaluations that unveil systemic weaknesses. Yet, he isn't confined to critique; rather, he emerges as a visionary equipped with pragmatic solutions. He masterfully blends his forthright assessments with a touch of humor, rendering intricate issues both comprehensible and compelling. This unique ability solidifies his standing as a thought leader who is dedicated to problem-solving.As a Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-selling co-author, his contributions to the world through his best-selling books and top-ranked podcasts are a beacon of innovation and positive approaches, striking a remarkable balance between science and application. An athlete and coach in his own right, the former Golden Gloves Heavyweight champion, Coach Paulie Gloves, as he is known to the Mixed Martial Arts community, has also made a large mark in combat sports. His fearless approach and hands-on expertise in behavioral science have cultivated champions at the local, state, national, and even international levels, underscoring his multifaceted talent for applying the science of human behavior to help anybody, anywhere, reach their potential.Renowned internationally as a compelling speaker, Dr. Gavoni marries expert knowledge with an approachable demeanor, captivating global audiences with his genuine insights. His philosophy, grounded in behaviorism, is one of servant leadership, continuous growth, positive transformation, and unyielding efficiency, positioning him as a true symbol of integrity and excellence.
Presentation at the ABA International Conference 2024
Science-based Crisis Management for Increasing Safety
Abstract:
Effective crisis management within behavior analytic frameworks necessitates a comprehensive leadership approach, integrating leading, training, coaching, and managing. This presentation outlines how these four roles can be operationalized to enhance organizational preparedness and adaptive responses to crises, thereby improving safety and resilience.
Leading, conceptualized as a motivating operation, establishes conditions that enhance the value of effective crisis response behaviors. Training is specifically focused on the skill acquisition of key crisis management skills associated with prevention, de-escalation, management, and reintegration, using behavior analytic techniques to ensure competence and fluency. Coaching serves to generalize these learned skills into the natural environment, enhancing their application across various settings and scenarios. Managing leverages existing contingencies within a robust system to ensure the maintenance and consistency of these behaviors over time.
By systematically applying these roles, all grounded in behavior analytic principles, organizations can adopt a proactive and data-driven approach to crisis management. This strategy not only reduces the impact of emergencies but also bolsters the overall safety culture, promoting sustained organizational learning and resilience.