Get inspired by a powerful lineup of thought leaders, innovative educators, and passionate advocates. Our speakers are at the forefront of the education choice movement, sharing their unique insights and transformative stories to empower you to unlock customized opportunities for every learner.
Michael Bonner is a renowned leader, innovator, and performance booster, who is a trailblazer in leadership development and organizational culture. He is a dynamic keynote speaker as seen on The Ellen Show, NBC Nightly News, and Time for Kids and a recent recipient of Atlanta's 40 under 40 awards. He is the CEO of Bonnerville, a business that promotes the value of self-care and a highly respected team member at the famed Ron Clark Academy.
He empowers leaders to build genuine relationships and establish a positive organizational culture, vision and team development. His seminars challenge listeners to reflect, strategize, and execute in order to increase their efficiency in the workplace and personal areas. He empowers listeners to build genuine relationships with their teams and colleagues because "You cannot demand a withdrawal from someone you have never invested in."
Michael Bonner's transformative approach leaves C-suite and nonprofit leaders, educators, and administrators confident and prepared to become world-changing citizens who garner significant impact.
To learn more about Michael Bonner, visit michael-bonner.com and follow him on all social media platforms at @michaelbonner_.
Derrell Bradford is President of 50CAN: The 50-State Campaign for Achievement Now, where he leads advocacy strategy, communications, and leadership development to advance educational equity nationwide. He previously served as Executive Director of NYCAN, Executive Vice President at 50CAN, and led Better Education for Kids (B4K) in New Jersey, where he played a pivotal role in passing the landmark “TEACH NJ” tenure reform. Earlier in his career, he spent nearly a decade with Excellent Education for Everyone (E3), working on school choice and accountability initiatives.
A frequent commentator on issues of education, race, and opportunity, Bradford has been featured across print, digital, radio, and television platforms. He serves on the boards of Success Academy Charter Schools, yes. every kid., the PIE Network, and EdBuild.
A Baltimore native, he graduated from St. Paul’s School for Boys and earned his bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Pennsylvania.
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