Tag: Education Technology

MJ O’Leary: Driving Growth and Transformation Through People and Performance

I’m grateful for a career that has allowed me to lead across global sales, marketing, human resources, digital transformation, wellness, and leadership development while working alongside talented people around the world. From helping organizations navigate major periods of growth and change to building businesses focused on well-being and advancing women in leadership, I continue to be energized by opportunities to connect business performance with human potential and meaningful impact. Here is my biography.

Eszti Major-Rohrer, MBA: From Complex Challenges to Strategic Possibilities

I’m excited to share more about my professional journey and the experiences that have shaped my approach to leadership. Over the past 17+ years, I’ve had the opportunity to work across higher education and education technology, leading enterprise technology strategy, product and portfolio management, organizational transformation, strategic partnerships, and teams committed to improving the experiences of students, faculty, and institutions. As I continue exploring opportunities to contribute through board and advisory service, I look forward to bringing these experiences to new organizations, challenges, and conversations. Here is my biography.

Jan Harrison, M.Ed., M.Sc.: Bringing People Together to Wayfind in a Rapidly Changing World

Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work at the intersection of education, innovation, environmental stewardship, utilities, leadership, and community engagement. From founding and leading an innovative secondary school to helping communities better understand and protect critical water resources, I’ve remained passionate about bringing people together to solve complex problems and create positive, lasting impact. As I continue expanding my board and advisory service, I’m excited to share more about the experiences, values, and lessons that have shaped my leadership journey. Here is my biography.

Bridging Clinical Expertise and Tech Innovation: A Strategic Approach

Clinical expertise is often the missing ingredient in healthcare, education, and age tech innovation. Drawing on more than two decades as a Speech-Language Pathologist and seven years collaborating with Google, startups, and research institutions, Katie Seaver explains why involving clinicians at the earliest stages of product development leads to smarter research, more practical solutions, and stronger user adoption. This article explores how bridging clinical insight with technology innovation creates products that truly serve the people they are designed to help, transforming accessibility and impact through a more strategic, human-centered approach.

Katie Seaver, Healthcare Innovation Advisor & Clinical Strategist

Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working across healthcare, research, technology, accessibility, and entrepreneurship, all with a shared mission of improving communication and expanding opportunities for people of all abilities. From clinical practice and AI research to startup leadership and consulting, each experience has reinforced my belief that innovation should enhance the human experience. I am grateful for the incredible people and organizations that have been part of this journey. Here is my biography.

Caroline Lakes: Authentic Leadership That Empowers Growth, Inspires Action, and Drives Meaningful Impact

I’m excited to share a deeper look into my professional journey and the experiences that have shaped my leadership approach across education, SaaS, and customer success. I’m passionate about building high-performing teams, driving meaningful impact, and helping organizations scale with purpose. Here is my biography.

Rell Richards: Innovation Rooted in Strategy, Experience, and Purpose

I’m excited to share my executive biography, which highlights my journey in product experience leadership, user-centered design, digital transformation, and organizational strategy across industries including education technology, financial services, insurance, healthcare, and industrial technology. Over the past 19 years, I’ve been passionate about creating meaningful experiences, leading innovative teams, and helping organizations grow through intentional design and strategic leadership.

Brian Savarese, MBA: Guided by Purpose, Driven by Impact

I’m excited to share a deeper look into my professional journey and the values that guide my work in education, operations, and leadership. Throughout my career, I have been committed to improving systems, empowering teams, and supporting the success of students and organizations alike. I’m grateful for the opportunities I’ve had to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. Here is my biography.

Robert A. Fiance: Architect of Growth, Balance, and Transformational Leadership

I’m excited to share a deeper look into my professional journey as a CEO, board member, and advisor in EdTech and HealthTech. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to help build, scale, and exit multiple organizations while working alongside incredible teams and leaders. I’m passionate about growth, leadership, and helping others succeed—and I look forward to continuing this work through board and advisory roles. Here is my biography.

Paul Weber: Leading Organizations Forward through Clarity, Compassion, and Disciplined Execution

I’m excited to share a more complete picture of my professional journey, leadership philosophy, and the experiences that have shaped my work across higher education, operations, and organizational transformation. It has been an honor to serve teams, lead through change, and contribute to missions that create meaningful impact for students and communities. Here is my biography.

Tony Hutton: Empowering Secure, Responsible, and Resilient Transformation

I’m excited to share an updated biography that reflects my journey across AI governance, cybersecurity, legal technology, and leadership in regulated environments. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of serving organizations through technology transformation, risk management, digital forensics, and strategic advisory work—always with a focus on integrity, innovation, and service. I’m grateful for the people, projects, and missions that have shaped my career.

Ahmet Dursun: Executive Director of Assessment & Evaluation, Curriculum & Innovation, and Educational Technology Leader

Ahmet Dursun is a visionary leader in educational technology and language assessment with over 20 years of experience designing transformative, research-driven learning systems. As Executive Director of the Office of Language Assessment at the University of Chicago, he pioneers innovative approaches to curriculum and test design that are reshaping how institutions approach proficiency, pedagogy, and impact. Renowned for his global perspective, multilingual fluency, and academic rigor, Dursun is dedicated to bridging research and practice to ensure language education is both meaningful and measurable.

Josh Grove: Visionary Sales Leader and Strategic Growth Architect in EdTech

Josh Grove is a high-performing sales executive and transformative leader in the EdTech space, known for building top-tier sales teams, driving multi-million dollar revenue growth, and developing strategic go-to-market initiatives. With a proven track record at industry leaders like Newsela and Formative, Josh has consistently exceeded quotas, led successful product launches, and fostered cross-functional collaboration across marketing, finance, and operations. His deep expertise in sales development, client relationship management, and team coaching is matched by a passion for purpose-driven leadership, reflected not only in his professional accomplishments but also in his published work and volunteer commitments.

Matthew J. Norden: Clarity in Complexity, Strength in Strategy, Purpose in Every Decision

Over the last two decades, I’ve had the privilege of leading and advising companies through their most pivotal moments—from IPOs and M&A to public-to-private transformations and enterprise resets. As a legal, financial, and operational executive, I’ve focused on turning complexity into clarity, and strategy into sustainable growth. Here is my biography.

Innovating Higher Education: A CEO’s Journey

Innovating Higher Education: A CEO’s Journey chronicles a personal and professional mission to transform the way colleges respond to workforce demands. From early leadership roles to founding Synergis Education, the author confronts entrenched inefficiencies in academia with bold, scalable solutions—starting with a national response to the nursing shortage. By pioneering industry-aligned programs, securing strategic partnerships, and instilling resilient governance, Synergis delivered measurable outcomes while reshaping access for nontraditional learners. This journey underscores a larger imperative: to reinvent higher education through innovation, accountability, and an unwavering commitment to mission-driven impact.

Mark White: A Visionary in Education, Leadership, and Generational Strategy

Mark White is a nationally recognized education leader and bestselling author who has spent over four decades guiding schools, universities, and Fortune 50 companies through the challenges of innovation, leadership, and generational change. Known for his forward-thinking mindset and clear communication style, Mark empowers organizations to thrive in times of disruption. Whether leading an international faculty in Beijing, designing award-winning school facilities, or training executives on cross-generational engagement, Mark brings strategic insight, real-world experience, and an unwavering commitment to impact.