Amarie Carnett, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Dr. Carnett is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Waikato, New Zealand, Director of the Behaviour Analysis Programme, and a Research Affiliate at the University of Texas at San Antonio. She is a doctoral-level Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA-D). Dr. Carnett initially obtained her bachelors degree in Human Rights and Political Science at the University of North Texas. She later went on to work in educational settings to support learners with developmental disabilities, which led her to pursue her masters degree in behaviour analysis at Texas State University. She completed her doctorate degree in Educational Psychology, specializing in behaviour analysis and communication interventions at Victoria University of Wellington. She has over 15 years of experience working in the field of behaviour analysis and developmental disabilities. Her research is focused on developing interventions to help individuals develop autonomy within their environments and increase their overall quality of life. She believes this best achieved by interventions that target issues associated to generalization of skills, as well as ensuring social significance through stakeholder participation. Her research interest can be classified into two overlapping categories: communication interventions and adaptive functioning. Dr. Carnett has 70 peer-reviewed journal articles and published book chapters. Her collaborative research extends internationally with current projects at the University of Texas at San Antonio and Georgia State University Dr. Carnett also serves her research community and professional community by holing several leadership roles (e.g., journal reviewer, special issue editor, international conference convenor, ethics committee member). She is an Associate Editor of Advances in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities and the Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities. Since returning to New Zealand, Dr. Carnett has worked with colleagues to help develop the Socieity of Behaviour Analysis Aotearoa, New Zealand, an organization aimed promoting professional practice standard for behaviour analysis.

Christopher Tullis, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Dr. Christopher Tullis is an Associate Professor of Behavior Analysis at Georgia State University in the Department of Learning Sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis from THE Ohio State University, a master’s degree from Georgia State University in Educational Psychology, and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral. In addition to his faculty role, he serves as a Clinical Advisor for Propel Autism, an Atlanta-based behavior analytic service provider. Dr. Tullis has over two decades experience in behavior analysis with roles that include direct implementation of programming, research, and consultation across clinic and school-based settings. His research focuses the quality implementation of behavior analytic teaching procedures that result in emergent behavior and the assessment of preference across varied contexts. He has published over 30 book chapters and peer-reviewed publications, many of which have heavy student involvement in real-world clinical contexts. Dr. Tullis also serves on the editorial boards of Focus on Autism and other Developmental Disabilities and the Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, and holds an Associate Editor position at the Review Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders.

Jeron Trotman, MS, BCBA, IBA

President & CEO, BTS Podcast, ABAVerzus, BMBA

Jeron Trotman is a highly skilled Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with over a decade of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). He holds a Master of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in ABA from Purdue University and a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from the University of New Hampshire. A strong advocate for diversity and representation, Jeron is the president and founder of Black Men in Behavior Analysis (BMBA), an organization committed to enhancing the presence and leadership of Black men in the field. He also founded ABAVerzus Block Party, a groundbreaking initiative that blends education, entertainment, and celebration to foster meaningful connections in the ABA community. Additionally, he is the founder of the Behavior Technician Association (BTA), the first national professional association dedicated exclusively to advancing the careers and professional development of behavior technicians.

He further amplifies diverse voices as the host and executive producer of the Beyond the Science podcast, a platform designed to bridge the gap between science and lived experiences in ABA. He is also the author of Overcoming the 3 Biggest Challenges Facing Black Male BCBAs, which explores systemic barriers and actionable strategies for success. His work in mentorship, advocacy, and education reflects a deep commitment to community engagement and systemic change in the field. In addition to his leadership in BMBA, BTA, and ABAVerzus, Jeron serves on the Georgia Association for Behavior Analysis (GABA) Board as the co-vice president of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), where he works to promote inclusive practices and equitable opportunities within the profession.

Jeron is a member of several professional organizations, including the Association for Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA) and the Georgia Association for Behavior Analysis (GABA). His work focuses on empowering the next generation of clinicians, driving innovation, and shaping the future of ABA. Through these initiatives, he has helped thousands of behavior professionals strengthen their skills, build community, and advance culturally responsive care. Currently residing in Atlanta, GA, Jeron continues to lead transformative efforts that promote diversity, education, and systemic change in the field. Above all, he is driven by a passion to create spaces where professionals and communities can thrive together.

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