Born in Tehran, Iran, Dr. Gelaren Khoie is an artist, writer, scholar, and DJ. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), she is an adjunct professor in the Depth Psychology and Creativity program at Pacifica Graduate Institute and the founder of Kosmos Institute. With over 30 years of experience as an entrepreneur and organizational leader, Dr. Khoie has led successful businesses that have positively impacted the communities she serves. Her current focus is on leveraging her creativity, leadership, and academic expertise to drive meaningful change in higher education and challenge the social constructs and worldviews that shape its practices.