Daylin Delgado is a first-generation Cuban-American woman from Miami Gardens, Florida. She double-majored in Psychology and Law, Jurisprudence and Social Thought at Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts. While at Amherst, Daylin discovered her love for research, particularly in adolescent mental health, while working with Dr. Julia McQuade in the Peer Relationships Lab. 

After graduation in May 2022, Daylin worked for two years as a clinical research assistant on the Autistic Adults and other Stakeholders Engage Together - Suicide Prevention (AASET-SP) project at the UNC TEACCH Autism Program in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Her primary research project focused on adapted interventions for addressing suicidality in autistic youth and young adults. In this role, Daylin gained invaluable experience in community-partnered research and clinical trials, and what it means to involve the communities we wish to help in the research process from start to finish. 

In the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program at the University of Georgia, Daylin hopes to continue to improve and expand her research skills, and address the issues of mental health disparities in adolescents from underrepresented and underserved communities. 

I am a first-year doctoral student in I/O Psychology at UGA. My passion for I/O Psychology was sparked during my time as an undergraduate student majoring in financial management in business school. Interestingly, I continued to explore I/O Psychology while completing my studies at another business school before ultimately joining the Department of Psychology at UGA to fully immerse myself in the field. My research focuses on enhancing employee well-being and creating more enjoyable work environments for employees.

Hudson Barthes is a 1st-year doctoral student from Navarre, FL. Hudson received his Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Creative Writing from Florida State University, as well his Master's Degree in I/O Psychology from the University of West Florida. He is excited to be working with the COFFEE Lab at the University of Georgia at Athens. He is interested in researching how disability (especially Autism Spectrum Disorder), greater diversity, and artificial intelligence fit into the workplace. In his free time, Hudson enjoys reading and writing comics, the secular study of religion, and going on adventures with his wife.

Brandon Smith, Ph.D., is a Senior Manager of Talent Development at Penske Transportation Solutions, where he leads a team responsible for designing, executing, and evaluating director-level leadership development initiatives across the organization.

Brandon’s professional experience spans multiple sectors, including consulting, healthcare, federal government, and the military. His primary focus areas center around leadership development strategy, talent assessment, and leadership coaching. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserve, Brandon's military service—including a stint as a Drill Sergeant and two tours in Iraq—has deeply influenced his dedication to fostering effective leadership and talent practices within teams and organizations.

Brandon holds a Ph.D. in Learning, Leadership, and Organization Development and an M.A. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, both from the University of Georgia. He is a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation and holds certifications in multiple talent assessments, including Hogan, Korn Ferry, and EQ-i 2.0.