Javy W. Galindo’s Bio

Summary

Javy Wong Galindo, M.A., M.Eng. is a college professor of philosophy, humanities, and psychology in Northern California. He has been a popular instructor at John F. Kennedy University, De Anza College, West Valley College, and the College of San Mateo. Javy is also a proud member of the American Association of Philosophy Teachers, the Society for Asian and Comparative Philosophy, and the Western Positive Psychology Association.

This former electrical engineer and performing arts instructor has had the privilege of working at several high-tech companies including Cisco Systems, Motorola, ViaSat, Tellus Technologies, and Northrop Grumman among others. Javy is now most well-known for his engaging college courses and public talks, his enthusiastic teaching style, and his ability to convey complex ideas in personally meaningful, simple terms. These characteristics are epitomized in his two books: The Power of Thinking Differently (2010) and Authentic Happiness in Seven Emails (due out in the Summer of 2014). Javy is available for talks and workshops on various topics including Creativity, Innovation, & Creative Thinking and The Non-Pursuit of Authentic Happiness.