Following his Air Force career in fighter aircraft and the building of national brands for companies like Rockwell Avionics, B.U.M. Equipment, and Disney, Dr. Anthony Paustian created a technology-focused college campus that was named one of the nation's most innovative organizations. The campus has received national media attention for its groundbreaking initiatives, ranging from advances in educational delivery systems to its inspiring Celebrate Innovation Live! (ciLive!) event.
Dr. Paustian has authored four books including A Quarter Million Steps, which won seven international and national literary awards for best book in the areas of leadership, motivation, and success. He was the chair for the 2024 International Space Development Conference, a regular contributor for Ad Astra––the journal of the National Space Society, and serves as the society's Vice President of Marketing. Dr. Paustian holds graduate degrees in business administration and design management, as well as a doctorate in educational psychology.
Dr. Paustian currently serves as the managing partner and chief creative officer for Bookpress Publishing and Media.