SBO Perspectives

Tricia Schock, CFO of the NCESD in Washington, elaborates on how SBOs can employ AI for budgeting, forecasting, training and a plethora of other daily uses.

Sarah Foster, School Medicaid Program Manager, NW Regional ESD, covers the costs of physical, mental, and behavioral health services through Medicaid for schools, along with strategies to streamline billings and minimize the challenges presented towards optimizing them.

Directors, Emily Lewis & Jess Vento, from Lease Crunch discuss how they work with school districts nationwide on their GASB 87 & 96 compliance, the role of automation and its impact on reporting, and future company innovations like Document Interrogation.

Dr. Sam Mormando, Directory of Technology, Garnet Valley SD, and Founder of Edvative Learning, discusses strategic implementation, predictive analytics, and ethical considerations for AI in schools.

Joe Annotti, SVP for TRC, discusses clean transportation solutions, seregulation, funding strategies along with challenges and insights.

Joshua Peach, Inspirational Speaker, Podcaster and Author of “Be Au Sm”, speaks about the unsung heroes of education, life’s impact and challenges, and how you should utilize G.R.A.C.E. on your journey of personal growth.

Renowned Financial Aid Consultant, Howard Freeman, speaks to the intangibles surrounding financial aid, it’s affordability, the questions you should be asking, and some of strategies you should be making from his book “Making College Happen”.

Dr. Marguerite Roza, Research Professor and Director of the Edunomics Lab at Georgetown University, elaborates on how districts should reduce their labor costs because of declining enrollment, and why it is more important now than ever to eradicate outdated CBAs with seniority, LIFO, etc — and really rethink those viable reduction strategies to help supersize academic growth and not shrink it.

Listen in to special live audio from ASBO International’s Leadership Forum, along with a recap of conference highlights such as EQ and strategies for leadership.

Jason Hiruo, Director of ACES International (Advocacy Commitment Excellence Service), discusses AESA and it’s global impact, the challenges of implementing vocational training programs, and international collaborations.

Jeff Melendez, Founder & CEO of Zeal Ed Group, breaks down the true key component to student performance and provides awareness surrounding what we need to do to keep our schools safe in today’s world.

Brett Carruthers, NYSIR Director of Risk Management, talks about evolving risk assessment methodologies, the impact of climate change, the role of technology, current threats to school districts, and the future of risk management.

Dr. Susan Enfield, former Washington State Superintendent of the Year and National Superintendent of the Year, and now Executive Director of the Network of Distinguished Educators, discusses trends in school district communications, strategies with technology and financial literacy, and overall how to enhance collaboration.

Aaron Huff, Principal of Bosse HS in Evansville, Indiana, speaks to his three prong approach to working with all stakeholders involved in schools.

Dr. Tracy Baynes, Founder and President of STEP: Student Expedition Program in Arizona, speaks to her work towards transforming college access and the importance of investing in public education for the future of our youth.

A brief recap of the year and what’s in store ahead with the New Year!

Kelsey Soltysiak, Communications Director with the NWRESD, speaks to innovations in communication, navigating digital challenges, and fostering collaboration while building connections.

Charles M. Russo, Ph. D., 3CI, 3CIA, experienced academic leader and expert on school safety, discusses how schools can stay ahead of emerging risks and best prepare themselves through technology and policy implementation.

In this special episode, Mark Velez, Production Manager with Tyler Technologies, shares how their system capabilities can improve user experience, integrate with other platforms, and efficiently enhance your business operations.

Nathan Roedel, SFO, SNS, Executive Director of Nutrition Services/OCNC of the Hillsboro School District, innovative meals, challenges and adapting your child nutrition program. 

Sharie Lewis, CPA, Director of Business Services & Operations, at the Parkrose School District in Oregon, provides her post-election perspective on potential future updates to education.

Dr. Stevie Dawn Carter, Extraordinary Leadership Coach, discusses delegation, relationships, EI, diversity and other key lessons to overcome imposter syndrome, setbacks, and many other challenges of leadership.

Nationally recognized Superintendent of Topeka Public Schools in Kansas, Dr. Tiffany Anderson, delivers a powerful message for all from her book, “Building Parent Capacity”.

Paige Johnson, Microsoft VP of Education, and industry expert, discusses the current professional norms and intricacies of AI utilization in the office as well as the classroom.

2024 National Teacher of the Year, Missy Testerman, speaks to her passion as an ESL teacher in rural Tennessee, and reminds us all of why we do what we do as SBOs.