ERIK BEAN

Erik holds a master’s degree in journalism from Michigan State University and a doctorate in education with sanctioned research interests in cultural competence, leadership, and mental health. He is a section editor of The Journal of Leadership Studies, John Wiley & Sons and founder of the Ethan Bean Mental Wellness Foundation, a Michigan 501(c)3 public charity. Other recent book projects include the award-winning Ethan’s Healthy Mind Express: A Children’s First Mental Health Primer and co-author of the self-help series 20/20 Prudent Leadership.

GAIL GORSKE

Illustrator Gail Gorske is a master paper art professional whose award-winning illustrations include nature photography and those found in Ethan's Healthy Mind Express and the 20/20 Prudent Leadership book series. Her images have inspired generations to critically think and cross all boundaries of race, religion, gender, and nationalities.

SHERRY WEXLER

Editor Sherry Wexler holds an L.M.S.W. She is a graduate of Wayne State University. Her editing work includes the award-winning book Ethan’s Healthy Mind Express.

TIM VOS

With over 4,000 citations referencing his work on Gatekeeping Theory, journalism's role in democracy, and media criticism, foreword contributor, Dr. Vos is director of the School of Journalism, Michigan State University.