Associate Professor, Community Recreation & Youth Services Emphasis Coordinator
CSU Fresno
Fresno, California
Dr. Brandon T. Taylor is an Associate Professor at California State University, Fresno’s Department of Recreation Administration, where he coordinates the Community Recreation, Youth Development, and Senior Services program.
With more than 15 years of professional experience in parks and recreation, Dr. Taylor has significantly contributed to municipal recreation programming, special event planning, and outcome-driven out-of-school-time initiatives within Central California. His work emphasizes leadership development, social equity through recreation services, and youth development. As an independent consultant, he draws on his experiences to offer insights into leadership development, organizational growth, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) education initiatives, enabling organizations to create inclusive and effective services.
Dr. Taylor is deeply committed to bridging theory with practice, a philosophy he embodies in his teaching, research, and consultancy work. His research interests focus on workforce development, equitable service delivery in parks and recreation agencies, government management structures, and the role of leisure education in community well-being. He has published articles and book chapters on interprofessional collaboration, equity and inclusion, and recreation service delivery.
A sought-after speaker, facilitator, and thought leader in the field, Dr. Taylor has delivered numerous presentations and workshops at professional conferences. He is passionate about empowering future recreation professionals and advocating for equitable access to leisure services that enhance community health and quality of life.
“My passion resides in the space where I can provide effective leadership to help others progress toward their greatest potential.”
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