STUART SHAFFER, PH.D. (PSY5613)

CEO, Founder

Dr. Stuart Shaffer founded SPI in 1978 to meet the growing demand from law enforcement agencies to replicate the applicant screening system he first designed and implemented for the Los Angeles Police Department.
Dr. Stuart Shaffer is a nationally recognized expert in the design and implementation of peace officer applicant assessment programs.

AARON SHAFFER, PSY.D.

Partner

Dr. Aaron Shaffer joined SPI, after a successful career as a senior executive in organizational and leadership development roles at Motorola (a Google company), Network Appliance, and ITT Industries.

Aaron is a coach and strategic advisor to top business leaders and athletes. He teaches at UC Irvine, and is a sought after speaker at professional conferences.

MERCEDES SHAFFER, MA

Chief of Staff

Detail-oriented, technology-forward executive with 15+ years of experience supporting leadership teams in business transformation, operational strategy, and organizational growth.

Recognized for converting complex vision into executable strategies, leading multi-division operations, and implementing systems that drive performance, efficiency, profitability, and culture.