Andy Beran

Andy Beran is an experienced educator and consultant with a strong background in transportation, disability services, and small business management. Currently serving as Associate Faculty at the University of Phoenix and Adjunct Faculty at both Colorado State University Global and the University of Arizona Global Campus, Andy has a track record of involvement in higher education since 2020, including roles at Grand Canyon University. As a Senior Consultant at Garlen Aviary since 2018, Andy focuses on strategic planning and financial management to promote growth and profitability. Previous roles include co-founding Envoy America, a ride service for seniors, and owning Quality Transport Services of Arizona, specializing in Assisted Transportation. Andy's leadership experience includes mentoring as President of the Greater Phoenix SCORE chapter. Andy holds a Doctor of Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix, with a focus on Shared Autonomous Vehicles and Older Adults, complemented by an MBA from Northwestern University and a BA from Dartmouth College.