Dr. Charlene Gayle is an Associate Professor of Business at Atlanta Metropolitan State College and a Certified Public Accountant with experience in various industries. At this access institution, she helps numerous traditional and non-traditional students obtain quality educations that improve their career prospects and economic mobility. Her commitment to improving society drives her academic research, which examines the impact of mental health on incarcerated individuals and the financial resource implications. Dr. Gayle holds a bachelor's in finance from Hampton University, a master's in management from Babson College, and a Doctorate in Business Administration from Argosy University.