Jessye Bemley Talley

Dr. Jessye Talley is a three-time graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in the area of Industrial and Systems Engineering.

She is currently an Associate Professor of Industrial and Systems Engineering in the School of Engineering at Morgan State University where she leads the Risk, Optimization, Management, Evaluation (R.O.M.E) Lab.

Her research focuses on applying operations research methods to address supply chain management as well as utilizing qualitative methods for engineering education. Her current work has been funded by the National Science Foundation. 

Upon completion of her doctoral degree she co-founded Sisters Scholars with Dr. Orissa Massey to promote health and wellness during the doctorate and in academia. It is her desire to see more students complete the doctoral process and make it to the finish line.

Her experiences in academia prompted her to begin coaching new faculty during the first three years on tenure track. These years are crucial to the success of obtaining tenure. Dr. Talley loves to share with the next generation of engineers and STEM professionals. She also has a strong interest in encouraging other girls and women to obtain degrees in STEM fields.

Dr. Talley has also spoken at various national and international conferences, seminars, and serves on boards to positively impact her community. She believes that giving back helps to create a better world and opens up new opportunities to be the change we want to see. 

Additionally, Dr. Talley is a member of Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE), and INFORMS.