Author Meet & Greet: Jessica LeNeave & Ken Schuetz

8am – 8.30am MST, 28 February 2025 ‐ 30 mins

Room: Spruce 2

Interactive Attractions

Jessica LeNeave, Author, Charter School Blueprint: A Complete Guide to Developing & Opening a Charter School

Currently Director of Operations for Academica Mountain West, Dr. LeNeave previously served as a founding principal, principal and board chair for multiple public charter schools. A visionary leader with a passion for transforming education, she demonstrates a remarkable ability to navigate complex administrative and management responsibilities while incorporating a holistic approach to educational leadership.

Ken Schuetz, Author, Aligned Influence

Utilizing decades of experience in higher education, board leadership, and organizational communication, Ken helps nonprofit organizations eliminate boardroom drama to increase effectiveness. His proven Aligned InfluenceⓇ model helps charter schools across the country foster harmonious relationships between boards and executive leadership, enabling organizations to run more effectively.