Dr. Gino Collura (Dr. G) is a behavioral scientist and President of a Florida-based company, Ultraviolet Living.
Dr. G received his bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida (USF) in 2008, his master's degree in 2011, and later his Ph.D. in Neuroanthropology (study of the brain, biology, behavior, and culture) from USF in 2018. He recently released his first book entitled, "7 Layers Of Successful Relationships". He has a keen expertise in understanding cultural influences on the brain, stress regulation, and the neuroscience of behavior alteration.
Dr. G began his journey into human behavior at the ripe age of 22 when he took a position as an anti-kidnapping specialist in Colombia, South America. For three years he worked side-by-side "C" suite individuals for international corporations, ensuring that they and their families did not fall victim to kidnappings. This experience influenced his doctoral work within the combat veteran community where his research has been used to enhance resiliency training efforts for military members across the country.
In 2018, Dr. Collura was awarded the esteemed Fusion Latino Magazine's Influencer Award. Additionally, he has been recognized for his contributions to the national science community by the Florida Academy of Sciences for his work on neurobehavior, stress, resiliency, and biocultural diversity. Gino is a featured expert on NASDAQ News where he regularly publishes about leadership, influence, and human behavior. He has been featured in several articles and news segments by WFLA News Channel 8, Bloom TV, WTSP Channel 10, 970 Talk Radio, and 102.5's Morning Show.
Dr. G is a proud member of the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Hispanic Advisory Council where he conducts regular community service to underprivileged families throughout the Tampa Bay Area. He also sits on the Advisory Board for the Gus A. Stavros Center For Free Enterprise at the University of South Florida, Saint Leo University Advisory Board for the College of Arts and Sciences, and Executive Advisory Board for the esteemed CEO Effectiveness corporation.
Dr. Collura is a member of the well-known Maverick Leadership Solutions group where he works with think tanks and business owners from across the country on community empowerment and engagement efforts.
Gino regularly serves as a pro-bono speaker at the University of Tampa, University of South Florida, as well as St. Leo University to students who have an interest in leadership, empowerment, and business