About Us
Our mission:
Dolan Research International focuses on creating impactful, practical solutions in behavioral health for those who aim to uplift and heal globally. Guided by our core beliefs in empowerment, progress, and holistic well-being, we strive to inspire and enable our partners and their communities to transform lives from mere existence to thriving, achieving the meaningful and joy-filled lives everyone deserves.
Our Core Values Simplified:
Everyone Matters: Diversity and authenticity drive positive change.
Forward-Thinking: We aim high and focus on the future.
Change as Growth: Embrace change for self-improvement.
Aim to Heal: Our mission is to reduce suffering and enhance well-being.
Find Joy: Joy is a powerful tool for inspiration and healing.
Challenges Reward: Navigating change is tough but worthwhile.
Whole Self: We believe in comprehensive care for complete well-being.
Empower Through Knowledge: Information is the key to empowerment.
Achieve Greatness: Everyone has the potential to excel.
Never Stop Learning: Growth is a continuous journey.
Believe and Act: Faith drives meaningful personal change.
Simplify Complexity: We provide clarity in a complex world.
Community First: We invest in giving back and personal growth.
People First: Our team’s growth is our top priority.
Purposeful Profit: Profits sustain our mission and amplify our impact.
Meet The Team
Johanna M. Dolan
Founder & CEO
Johanna has over two decades of experience in leadership and finance and groundbreaking work in addiction and recovery programs. With a passion for improving patient experiences, Johanna collaborates with healthcare systems and behavioral health clinics to design and implement innovative solutions. Johanna co-authored The State of Florida's Peer Specialist Certification curriculum, co-developed Commonly Well's recovery capital plan, and authored several personal development programs. Johanna serves on the Peer Recovery Center of Excellence and the International Association of Recovery Coach Professionals Advisory Council. As a recognized leader, Johanna actively assists organizations big and small in integrating recovery support services into diverse settings while advocating for addiction and mental health. With a strong focus on the well-being of professionals in recovery, Johanna's expertise and passion continue to make a lasting impact in the field.
Johanna lives, works, and plays in Maryland with her fiancé.
Kris McGinnis
Director, Dolan Academy
Kris McGinnis works at Dolan Research International and assists with LGBT+ and Recovery based training. She advises and assists Peer Specialists and Recovery Coaches in their designation and certification process. She is a person with lived experience with mental health and recovery. Kris was a stay-at-home parent for 11 years before returning to work in the recovery support field. Kris co-authored The State of Florida's Peer Specialist Certification curriculum. She co-authored Group Facilitation training for the State of Kentucky's Peer Specialist Program and a Life Skills curriculum currently used in the treatment facilities in Kentucky. Kris truly believes that you can not manufacture lived experience and that Peers will greatly impact recovery support care.