Industrial-Organizational Psychologist
Dr. Terri
Anika Wilson
PhD · PHR · CDMP
Grounded Theorist. HighLevel Agency Owner. Architect of human and technical ecosystems that scale leadership capacity across global organizations.
22+
Years of OD & L&D Leadership
About
Building the Frameworks
That Build Leaders
Dr. Terri Anika Wilson is a PhD Industrial-Organizational Psychologist, Grounded Theorist, and HighLevel Agency Owner with over 22 years of experience architecting human and technical ecosystems for high-growth organizations.
As the developer of the Liberty Leader Framework — a research-backed, 7-phase model for closing leadership development gaps — Dr. Wilson bridges behavioral science with advanced AI automation to drive performance in global, remote-first environments.
She has managed over 500 programs across healthcare, non-profit, business, and government sectors, and led remote teams across 8 countries with a 95%+ retention rate.
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Core Competencies
Areas of Expertise
Organizational Development
Organizational diagnostics, capability modeling, culture interventions, and change management. Grounded in Grounded Theory research and the Liberty Leader Framework.
Learning & Development Architecture
End-to-end L&D strategy, LMS/LXP management, global VILT, curriculum design, and competency mapping. Built training academies serving 500+ members.
AI-Augmented Learning
Developed and delivered AI in Consulting Psychology Operations workshops. Invited speaker at SCP 2026 Annual Conference on AI adoption in OD practice.
HighLevel SaaS & Automation
Agency Owner and architect of NBG Pro Suite (white-label HighLevel). Engineered full-stack ecosystems for clients including CRM, lead nurture, and membership automation.
Leadership Development
Creator of the Liberty Leader Theory — a 7-phase, research-backed framework. Mentored founders at Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center, Verizon, Blacks in IO, and SCP's DIAC committee.
Talent Management & HR
PHR-certified. Aligned L&D with performance management, career architecture, succession planning, and leadership pipeline development across government and private sectors.
Giving Back
Mentorship &
Community Leadership
Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center
Executive Mentor5 cohorts of high-growth founders through MVP-to-Scale transitions using Mighty Networks and the Liberty Leader framework.
Verizon
MentorMentored emerging professionals through Verizon's mentorship program, focusing on leadership development and career advancement strategies.
Blacks in Industrial-Organizational Psychology
MentorGuided early-career I-O psychologists navigating the field, entrepreneurship, and the intersection of behavioral science and technology.
Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) — DIAC
Committee MemberThe Disability, Inclusion, and Accessibility Committee (DIAC) is the primary committee within SIOP responsible for supporting neurodivergent practitioners. Dr. Wilson served on DIAC to advance accessibility, inclusion, and equitable participation for practitioners with disabilities across the I-O psychology profession.
Original Research
The Liberty Leader
Framework
Developed through rigorous Grounded Theory methodology, the Liberty Leader Framework is a 7-phase model for closing leadership development gaps in diverse and modern professional operations.
The framework emerged from Dr. Wilson's doctoral dissertation, "The Leadership Development Process of Black Women Transitioning From Corporate Employment to Entrepreneurship: A Grounded Theory Study" (Capella University, 2024).
Published in Training Industry Magazine (2025), the Liberty Leader Framework has been deployed to help 500+ companies overcome systemic resource limitations through optimized leadership behaviors.
The framework is a comprehensive, seven-phase model designed to build a robust, inclusive leadership pipeline from the ground up — from strategic network-building through to innovation and calculated risk-taking.
01Learn From Others— Building Strategic Networks▾
Intentional mentorship and sponsorship programs designed across cultural contexts, curating access to mentors uniquely qualified for the emerging leader's needs and creating peer learning networks where belonging and justice are centered.
02Industry-Specific Resources— Leveraging Professional Development▾
Identifying and curating relevant certifications and credentials, building partnerships with external professional organizations, and creating clear pathways to technical skills aligned with both professional aspirations and organizational needs.
03Belonging & Justice— Creating Equitable Learning Environments▾
Establishing psychological safety through connectedness, activism, and well-being. Actively addressing systemic barriers and ensuring inclusive program design for all employees, including diverse thinkers and learners.
04Expertise Development— Integrating Education and Experience▾
Validating diverse forms of expertise including lived experience and transferable skills. Combines formal learning with stretch assignments and leadership projects, adopting divergent thinking for innovative problem-solving.
05Resource Access— Ensuring Equitable Development Opportunities▾
Mandating equal access to coaching, leadership support, and high-visibility projects across all levels, building sustainable support systems for emerging leaders interested in advancement.
06Transformation— Facilitating Leadership Identity Development▾
Supporting the mindset shifts required as leaders transition from individual contributor to executive — unlearning social role expectations, addressing imposter syndrome, and building confidence through structured reflection.
07Yield— Driving Innovation and Calculated Risk-Taking▾
The culmination phase where learning, development, and networking drive the leader to innovate. Encourages entrepreneurial thinking within corporate structures, building resilience and adaptability that drives business success.
📄 Read the Article — Training Industry Magazine
"The Liberty Leader Framework: A 7-Phase Model for Closing Leadership Development Gaps"
Doctoral Dissertation — Capella University (2024)
Wilson, A. The Leadership Development Process of Black Women Transitioning From Corporate Employment to Entrepreneurship: A Grounded Theory Study.
Dr. Terri Anika Wilson, PhD · 2024
The Liberty Leader Framework
A 7-Phase Model for Closing Leadership Development Gaps
Leadership Development Journey
Learn From Others
Building Strategic Networks
Industry-Specific Resources
Leveraging Professional Development
Belonging & Justice
Creating Equitable Learning Environments
Expertise Development
Integrating Education & Experience
Resource Access
Ensuring Equitable Opportunities
Transformation
Facilitating Leadership Identity
Yield
Driving Innovation & Risk-Taking
Innovation · Resilience · Organizational Impact
Wilson, A. (2024). Capella University Doctoral Dissertation · Published: Training Industry Magazine (2025)
Career
Professional Experience
Principal Systems Architect & Founder
Nobody Greater, LLC / Liberty Apex
- Developed the Liberty Leader Theory and deployed it to 500+ organizations
- Engineered NBG Pro Suite (White-label HighLevel SaaS) for leadership frameworks at scale
- Delivered diversity, EI, and cultural intelligence training across 17 organizations, 500+ participants
- Managed global teams across 3 continents with 95%+ retention rate
Lead Training Architect (Contract)
Department of Children and Families (DCF)
- Architected training framework for Child Welfare workers using HighLevel and Asana
- Established proprietary QA/QI framework for federal compliance tracking
Executive Mentor
Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center
- Mentored 5 cohorts of high-growth founders through MVP-to-Scale transitions
- Guided 50+ founders using Mighty Networks and the Liberty Leader framework
Chair, Learning Resources for Practitioners
Society for Industrial Organizational Psychology (SIOP)
- Led committee and 5 subcommittees across a 100,000-member organization
- Increased EBSCO research database user engagement by 20%
- Ensured 95% organizational compliance across 20+ annual reports
Executive Director
Infinite Women's Network
- Built and operated a global training academy on LearnWorlds for 5 years
- Delivered DEI and business development programs to 500+ members
- Led curriculum creation for 10+ national events, reaching 1,000+ participants
Thought Leadership
Speaking &
Media
Your Voice; Your Power with Anika
Podcast Host · 300+ Episodes · 11,000+ Listeners · Sept 2018 – Jan 2024
Level Up: The Power of AI in Consulting Psychology Operations
SCP 2026 Annual Conference
Developing Diverse Entrepreneurial Leaders in A Corporate World
Blacks in IO
IOs on the Unbeaten Path
Blacks in IO
Elevating Women-Owned Enterprises: Harnessing Digital Marketing and AI for Competitive Edge
American Business Women's Association (ABWA), EPICC Chapter
Elite Women's Business Leadership
ImfluaXion Conference
SaaS Platform
NBG Pro Suite
nbgprosuite.com →Dr. Wilson's proprietary white-label HighLevel SaaS platform — replacing 15+ software subscriptions with one comprehensive system designed for coaches, consultants, and service providers.
NBG Pro Suite — Starter Plan
SMS & Email Templates, Social Planner, Invoice & CRM, Calendar & Forms, Websites & Blogs, Community Access.
$127/mo or $1,200/yr
Start Free TrialNBG Pro Suite — Professional Plan
Everything in Starter + 2-Way Text & Email, Reputation Management, Missed Call Text Back, Advanced Funnels, Proposals & Estimates.
$297/mo or $2,797/yr
Start Free TrialNBG Pro Suite — Agency/Enterprise Plan
Everything in Professional + Advanced Workflows, White-label Options, Team Management, API Access, Priority Support.
$497/mo or $4,970/yr
Start Free TrialFree Executive Guide
A free resource for executives and consultants on scaling business operations with an all-in-one SaaS system.
Free Download
Download NowLeadership Programs
Liberty Apex
libertyapex.com →Transforming Leadership, Liberating Potential. Liberty Apex is a revolutionary movement dedicated to transforming Black women's leadership potential — from corporate constraints to entrepreneurial freedom.
ASCEND Leadership Development Program
6-month flagship program for underrepresented leaders. 11-module curriculum covering entrepreneurial leadership, AI & technology integration, team management, and digital transformation. Includes 1:1 executive coaching and 360-degree assessments.
Starting at $5,997 (Early Bird) | Corporate rates available
Learn More & ApplyLearning Circles
Intimate peer learning groups (8–12 weeks) for leaders to share experiences, exchange insights, and hold each other accountable. Facilitated by Dr. Wilson around specific leadership themes.
Contact for pricing
Explore Learning CirclesLiberty Leadership Consulting
Organizational Transformation Protocol — systemic barrier identification, leadership potential mapping, diversity infrastructure design, and measurable transformation metrics.
Custom engagement
Book a ConsultationEntrepreneurial Transition Masterclass
5-Day Intensive Liberation Program for Black women transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship. Covers identity reconstruction, skills translation, financial empowerment, and entrepreneurial mindset development.
Contact for pricing
Learn MoreAcademic Community
Proud Member of Capella University's ΔΑΠ — Delta Alpha Pi
Dr. Wilson is a proud member of Delta Alpha Pi International Honor Society (ΔΑΠ) — a prestigious academic honor society that recognizes high-achieving students with disabilities for their academic excellence, leadership, and advocacy. Capella University holds an official ΔΑΠ chapter charter, and membership is awarded to students who demonstrate outstanding academic accomplishment while navigating disability-related challenges. The society's mission is to honor achievement, foster leadership, and actively reduce disability-related stigma in higher education and professional life.
Education
Academic
Credentials
PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology
Capella University
2024
Dissertation: The Leadership Development Process of Black Women Transitioning From Corporate Employment to Entrepreneurship: A Grounded Theory Study
M.S. in Psychology
Capella University
2020
Research: Long-Term Effects of Adversity on Interpersonal Relationships in Adulthood
B.S. in Criminal Justice
Florida A&M University
2003
B.A. in Music
Salem College
2001
Recipient of the Vardell Scholarship for Clarinet Performance — a prestigious merit scholarship awarded to exceptional musicians at Salem College.
Certifications
Professional
Certifications
Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
HRCI
Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP)
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace
University of South Florida
Women's Entrepreneurship Program
Cornell University
Mental Health First Aid
National Council for Mental Wellbeing
Human Research
CITI Program
Professional Memberships
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Let's Build Something
Extraordinary
Whether you're looking for an OD partner, a keynote speaker, an AI learning strategist, or a HighLevel ecosystem architect — Dr. Wilson brings the behavioral science and the technical infrastructure to scale your vision.