The application of organizational behavior management (OBM) principles to ABA service organizations has gained significant traction as the field has matured beyond individual clinician practice into complex multi-site service delivery systems. Managing an ABA organization effectively is not simply a scaled-up version of managing individual client programs — it requires a distinct set of competencies, tools, and theoretical frameworks.
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Join Free →In the rapidly evolving landscape of modern organizations, effective management practices are integral for sustaining effective performance and adapting to change. This presentation explores the impact of assessment-informed interventions on managerial performance, processes, and overall systems, offering insights into optimizing organizational behavior. Drawing from empirical research, the talk will first delve into developing and applying assessment-based interventions designed to enhance managerial competencies. These interventions leverage data-driven approaches to identify performance gaps and implement targeted strategies, leading to measurable improvements in key performance indicators. The presentation will highlight research demonstrating the impacts of these interventions on leadership skills, decision-making processes, and subsequent benefits for stakeholders.The presentation will conclude with a discussion of future directions in organizational behavior management; specifically, a shift in scope toward behavioral systems analysis, a framework for understanding and influencing complex organizational behaviors. This approach provides a comprehensive view of how managerial actions propagate through an organization by examining interlocking behavioral contingencies within existing processes. The talk will outline practical methodologies for analyzing and optimizing these interactions to achieve organizational goals. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how assessment-based interventions can be harnessed to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within organizations. This research underscores the critical role of management in shaping organizational success and offers actionable strategies for enhancing managerial performance.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
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| BACB® | 2 | Supervision |
| COA | 2 | — |
Fran received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Florida in 2009, her Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of South Florida in 2011, and her PhD from the Florida Institute of Technology in 2024. Fran has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2011. Her research and professional interests focus on organizational behavior assessments, managerial performance, and behavioral systems analysis, with an emphasis on applying evidence-based OBM tools to improve performance in complex, real-world organizational settings. In addition to her academic work, Fran currently supports large-scale operational and technology-driven change initiatives in industry, bridging behavioral science and systems improvement to promote sustainable performance outcomes.
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