Meet Our Team
Dale S. Rose, Ph.D., President
Dr. Rose co-founded 3D Group in 1994 in Chicago, Illinois. He is an expert in leadership development, evaluation research, and assessment-based human resources solutions. Dr. Rose coaches over 100 managers one-on-one each year and has authored more than a dozen commercial assessments for identifying and developing talent. Previously, Dr. Rose held research positions with Ameritech, National Computer Systems, and Acumen International. He has presented papers nationally to the Academy of Management, Society for Industrial-Organizational Psychology, American Psychological Association, the Northern California Human Resources Association, American Psychological Society, and the Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action.
Dr. Rose has taught undergraduate courses ranging from statistics to group dynamics and is currently adjunct faculty at San Francisco State University, where he teaches a graduate seminar in Organizational Change and Development. He has also written book chapters and published articles in academic journals including Current Psychology, Journal of Business and Psychology, Journal of Educational Research and Evaluation Review. Dr. Rose received his Doctoral degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from DePaul University with a minor in Organizational Effectiveness Technologies.
When he isn’t helping managers and organizations to be more effective, teaching or writing, Dr. Rose can be found competing in regional and statewide backgammon tournaments, riding his bicycle, or relaxing with his family.
Michaela Parks, Ph.D., Vice President
Co-founder of 3D Group, Dr. Parks manages company operations and provides project support to 3D Group consultants as needed. Michaela Parks received her Doctoral degree in Clinical and Community Psychology from DePaul University. Dr. Parks has several years of experience in program evaluation research with an emphasis on arts in education programs, including serving as the Director of Evaluation at Urban Gateways: The Center for Arts in Education in Chicago. She has extensive experience evaluating education programs and working with community based organizations to implement and utilize evaluation research.
Dr. Parks currently applies her exceptional organizational skills to running all operational aspects of 3D Group (e.g., contracts management, accounts receivable/payable, vendor management, IT systems maintenance, and developing and maintaining office systems). She also oversees the development and maintenance of our proprietary on-line survey system. In addition to running company operations, Dr. Parks provides internal support to assist 3D Group consultants with specific aspects of larger projects (e.g., data collection and analysis, survey design, and report production).
In her free time, she enjoys making jewelry, travel (particularly to warm and sunny climates), spending time with friends and family and tinkering with her house.
Elna Moore Hall, Ph.D., Director of Consulting Services
As Director of Consulting Services, Dr. Hall is responsible for ensuring 3D Group’s delivery of superior client solutions. She has broad expertise in leadership and organization effectiveness, with over 15 years of management background in both internal and external consulting roles. As a senior consultant for Hewitt Associates’ Talent and Organization practice, Dr. Hall developed human capital and change management strategies for a variety of Fortune 500 corporations, and benchmarked and designed Best Employer programs based on trends from Fortune Magazine’s 100 Best Companies analyses. Prior to that, Dr. Hall led the leadership and succession management functions for Motorola’s $11 billion cellular infrastructure business. She has supported clients across the private, public and nonprofit sectors, with particular focus on telecommunications, financial services, education and aerospace.
Dr. Hall holds a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from DePaul University, with a focus on global leadership and change. She is a contributing author to the book Consulting and Evaluation with Nonprofit and Community-based Organizations, and has published in the Journal of Business and Psychology and the Performance in Practice journal of the American Society for Training and Development. She has consulted across four continents on strategies to attract, promote and retain key talent.
Andrew D. English, Ph.D., Senior Consultant
Dr. English specializes in employee surveys , psychometrics, training development and evaluation, and team consultation. Prior to joining 3D Group, Andrew’s work experiences included conducting job and task analyses, developing and validating personnel selection systems, producing 360° managerial feedback reports, and acting as a mental health counselor and statistician for a non-profit child abuse prevention center. He has also produced several reports on using advanced technologies for training and exercising for the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Defense, and the Australian Defense Simulation Office. He is actively involved in research spanning the areas of team training and advanced technology to personality assessment and theories of individual differences.
Andrew is a member of the Society of Industrial Organizational Psychology (SIOP) and the American Psychological Association (APA). Andrew holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Organizational Psychology from The Florida Institute of Technology.
Andrew spent the past 8 years living on a barrier island in Florida, and is definitely drawn to beach living. Personal interests include guitars (both LOUD and soft), galactic funk, books and exploring the outdoors.
John Diller, M.A., Consultant
Mr. Diller specializes in leadership workshops, coaching, and developing customized surveys and reports. In addition to direct client work, he provides operational support to other consultants for issues ranging from billing to core technology. He has extensive experience as an administrator, manager, and teacher in both the public and private sectors. Before joining 3D Group he held senior positions in software development and education, where he incorporated his dynamic, kinesthetic, and compassionate style, informed by years of training in improv and theater. For over a decade, John has inspired employees, clients, students, and peers with his management, workshops, retreats, classes, and mentorship. John received his Masters of Arts in Education from University of California at Berkeley. A sophisticated analyst, keen interviewer, and passionate educator, he is pleased to bring his expertise to 3D Group.
On the weekends, you will find John in the garden, on his bicycle, out backpacking, or in the theater.
Micheline A. Magnotta, M.S., Senior Evaluation Consultant
Ms. Magnotta specializes in program evaluation research. She has had over 12 years of experience evaluating educational programs, such as Even Start family literacy programs, Comprehensive School Reform programs, alternative education programs, and technology-related professional development programs for teachers. Before joining 3D Group, she held evaluation positions with Syracuse University, University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, Social Policy Research, and Health Federation of Philadelphia. With highest honors, Ms. Magnotta received her Masters of Science degree in Instructional Design, Development, and Evaluation at Syracuse University. She is a regular presenter at the American Evaluation Association and a member of San Francisco Bay Area Evaluators.
Having grown up in the Midwest where hills are few and far between, Micheline enjoys hiking and camping in the Bay Area’s varied regional parks and taking day trips to explore Northern California.
Herine Chin, Project Manager
Herine specializes in implementing 360-degree feedback and employee survey projects. Her outstanding organizational and people skills assure high quality and on-time delivery for all of our survey projects. Herine has extensive experience providing high-level customer service working with Fortune 500 companies. Before joining 3D Group she was in a managerial role in the Human Resources department with Best Buy and brings considerable technical expertise to her role at 3D Group. Herine received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at the California State University, East Bay.
Herine is an avid reptile breeder, and is widely known for having the most devastating table tennis return-of-serve among all 3D Group employees.
Chelsea Leonard, Project Manager
As Project Manager, Chelsea oversees implementation for a range of consulting projects, including 360-Degree Feedback campaigns and employee satisfaction surveys. Chelsea also supports 3D Group Consultants conducting best practices and program evaluation research. Her exceptional attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction ensure high quality results for every project. Previous to joining 3D Group, Chelsea held positions in a University-sponsored psychological research laboratory and in the Service Sector of a Human Resources department. Through these experiences, Chelsea brings expertise in data analysis and strong sensitivity to client needs. Chelsea earned a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley.
Born and raised in San Diego, Chelsea’s recent relocation to the Bay Area has sent her on the quest for Northern California’s most delicious burrito.
