About Me

With over 25 years of experience in K-12 education technology, I bridge the gap between innovative tech solutions and effective classroom implementation. As Chief Information Officer of Peninsula School District in Gig Harbor, WA and a member of the CoSN Board of Directors, I oversee IT, and school safety & security departments while leading pioneering initiatives in AI integration across educational and operational contexts.

What Sets Me Apart

25+ years of hands-on K-12 technology leadership - Not just theoretical knowledge, but practical experience from the trenches
Currently serving as active CIO - Real-world implementation of cutting-edge solutions in a live educational environment
Proven track record of successful AI integration - Leading one of the first districts to implement comprehensive AI frameworks
National recognition through CoSN Board election - Trusted by peers nationwide to shape the future of educational technology

Professional Experience

Chief Information Officer - Peninsula School District

Leading district-wide AI integration initiatives for both instructional and operational applications
Overseeing technology, communications, and school safety & security departments
Implementing the CoSN/Council of the Great City Schools AI Maturity Model as a pilot district
Developing strategic frameworks for responsible AI adoption in education
Building high-performing teams across multiple departments
Overseeing innovative student programs including the Performance Drone initiative

CoSN Board Member

Elected to the Board of Directors of the Consortium for School Networking (2025)
Contributing to national educational technology policy and best practices
Leading peer review initiatives for district technology departments
Volunteering as proposal reviewer for national conferences

Leadership & Innovation

Pioneering AI implementation strategies recognized nationally
Contributing to AASA's School Administrator magazine on operational AI applications
Leading digital transformation initiatives through cloud-based solutions
Developing innovative approaches to student-centered learning
Building strategic partnerships with organizations like Digital Promise and AWS

Previous Leadership Roles

Executive Director of Digital Learning (2019-2024): Led integration of technical services, assessment, and curriculum into unified Learning & Innovation department
Chief Information Officer (2017-2019): Expanded role to include Communications department oversight
Director of Technical Services (2015-2017): Successfully implemented district-wide 1:1 device program
Technology Support Supervisor (2007-2015): Modernized infrastructure and rebuilt technical team
CTO at 3W Education Consulting Group (2012-2015): Developed innovative OER solutions for remote education

Consulting & Advisory Services

I provide strategic consulting and advisory services to help educational organizations navigate their digital transformation journey:

Technology Department Audits & Peer Reviews

Comprehensive assessment of IT infrastructure, staffing, and processes
Benchmarking against industry best practices and peer districts
Actionable recommendations for improvement and optimization
CoSN-aligned evaluation frameworks

AI Readiness Assessments

Evaluation using the CoSN/CGCS AI Maturity Model
Strategic roadmap development for AI integration
Policy and governance framework creation
Risk assessment and mitigation strategies

Strategic Planning & Facilitation

Technology strategic plan development
Digital transformation roadmaps
Change management strategies
Stakeholder engagement and communication planning

Professional Development Workshops

AI in Education workshops for leaders and educators
Technology leadership development
Digital citizenship and safety training
Custom workshops for schools, districts, and public sector organizations

Executive Advisory Services

CTO/CIO coaching and mentorship
Board presentations and strategic guidance
Crisis management and incident response planning
Vendor evaluation and selection support

Areas of Expertise

AI Integration in Education
Strategic Technology Leadership
Digital Transformation
Universal Design for Learning
Infrastructure Modernization
Change Management & Communication
Cloud-Based Solutions
Educational Technology Implementation
Technology Department Audits
Peer Review Facilitation

Recognition & Certifications

District Administration Top 100 Education Leaders (2025)
CoSN Board of Directors Member (2025-Present)
2024 Volunteer of the Year - CoSN (Consortium of School Networks)
Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL)
Featured speaker at AASA's AI Super Summit
Regular contributor to education technology publications

Speaking & Consulting

I frequently keynote and present on educational technology topics, with particular expertise in:

AI integration strategies for K-12 education
Operational efficiency through AI implementation
Digital transformation leadership
Universal Design for Learning
Strategic technology planning
Technology department optimization
Peer review and audit processes

Current Projects & Initiatives

Conducting technology department peer reviews for school districts nationwide
Implementing AI integration frameworks for K-12 districts
Leading district participation in AI maturity model pilot programs
Creating structures for responsible AI adoption in education
Building cloud-based AI solutions for educational operations
Preparing for upcoming CoSN peer review engagement

Get in Touch

I'm passionate about shaping the future of education through thoughtful technology integration and emerging AI solutions. Whether you're looking for a dynamic speaker, strategic consultant, or peer reviewer, let's connect to discuss how we can create more effective and inclusive learning environments through innovation.

Available for:

Keynote presentations
Workshop facilitation
Technology audits and peer reviews
Strategic consulting
Executive advisory services