Zayin Cabot, PhD
About Zayin Cabot, PhD
Zayin Cabot, PhD, serves as the Leadership Development Program Manager at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, focusing on leadership development to foster innovation in the tech industry. With a background in philosophy and psychology, he has held various academic and managerial roles, including positions at THINK Surgical and California State University - East Bay.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Zayin Cabot serves as the Leadership Development Program Manager at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2022. In this role, Cabot focuses on leadership development initiatives that drive innovation and social impact within the tech industry. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, Cabot explores contemporary leadership concepts tailored for the 21st-century workforce. This position emphasizes the importance of effective leadership in fostering an environment conducive to innovation and collaboration.
Previous Experience at THINK Surgical
Prior to joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Zayin Cabot worked at THINK Surgical from 2019 to 2022. Initially, Cabot held the position of Senior Manager of Professional Education for two years, before transitioning to the role of Director of Customer Experience & Medical Education for one year. In these roles, Cabot contributed to enhancing educational programs and improving customer experiences within the medical technology sector.
Academic Background and Expertise
Zayin Cabot has a robust academic background, having studied at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Philosophy from 1997 to 2001. He furthered his education at the California Institute of Integral Studies, obtaining a Master's degree in East-West Psychology from 2005 to 2007, followed by a Ph.D. in the same field from 2008 to 2013. This educational foundation supports Cabot's focus on leadership development and its intersection with psychology.
Teaching Experience at California State University - East Bay
Zayin Cabot served as a Professor of Philosophy at California State University - East Bay from 2013 to 2019. During this six-year tenure, Cabot engaged students in philosophical discourse and contributed to the academic community. Additionally, Cabot was an Adjunct Professor at the California Institute of Integral Studies from 2012 to 2015, where he taught courses in East-West Psychology, further solidifying his expertise in this area.
Authorship and Contributions
Zayin Cabot authored the book 'Ecologies of Participation,' which integrates concepts from cross-cultural psychology, cognitive science, and linguistics. This work aims to create a framework for participation and dialogue across diverse communities. The book reflects Cabot's commitment to fostering understanding and collaboration among different cultural perspectives, contributing to the broader discourse on leadership and social impact.