The Dr. Will Show Podcast

Becky Keene is an educator, author, and speaker focused on innovative teaching and learning. She specializes in instructional coaching, game-based learning, and integrating AI into education to empower students as creators. She has developed esports programs for schools and explores immersive learning through games. Becky speaks globally on AI in education and has spent over 20 years designing professional learning experiences for ...

Jayme Braida is the PK–2 Principal of a Southern Iowa elementary school, where she leads a building of 300 students. Recently, Jayme was recognized as the Iowa Elementary Principal of the Year and as a National Distinguished Principal. With 18 years of experience in education, 8 of those in administration, Jayme is passionate about trauma-informed leadership, equity, and fostering authentic connections in schools.

Her own journey—fr...

Coral Zayas, M.S., is the author of Teaching K-5 Science with over 15 years of experience spanning K-12 STEM education, bilingual instruction, higher education, and teacher professional development. Throughout her career, she has served as a teacher, instructional coach, curriculum designer, college lecturer, program manager, and education policy fellow.

Coral specializes in designing cross-disciplinary curricula that integrate scie...

Katherine Goyette is an author, learner and educational leader who advocates for inclusive educational opportunities for all students within the communities they reside. She is co-author of The Complete EdTech Coach: An Organic Approach to Supporting Digital Learning. Katherine's second book, History Matters in an AI Era: Interdisciplinary Approaches for K-8 will be released in late June of 2025. Katherine was primary writer for Ca...

Kristy Angelee is the Elite Single Mom Lifestyle Expert — a Reclamation

Strategist, Motivational Speaker, Writer, and CEO of Angelee Vision Reclaim Co.

Her platform reaches single moms of color across the nation, inspiring them to not

only survive but to rise — in leadership, in legacy, and in purpose.

Through her holistic, faith-infused approach, Kristy empowers women to become

the sophisticated, spiritually aligned leaders they’ve alw...

Kylie Elizabeth, M.A.Ed. is an experienced educator, consultant, and community advocate with over a decade of service in K-12 classrooms, school leadership, and state-level administration in Career and Technical Education. She is committed to cultivating sustainable learning environments that foster knowledge and build positive relationships among educators, students, families, and communities.

As the Owner and Lead Consultant of Vi...

Meet Dr. Vernell

Pitch Strategist | District Leader

With over 20 years in K–12 education—and 10+ years making decisions on behalf of a school district—I know what actually moves a proposal from “maybe” to “approved.”

I created PitchEDU because I saw too many brilliant entrepreneurs missing out on district opportunities—not because their offers weren’t strong, but because they didn’t know how to position, price, and pitch in a way that...

Meet Dr. Vernell

Pitch Strategist | District Leader

With over 20 years in K–12 education—and 10+ years making decisions on behalf of a school district—I know what actually moves a proposal from “maybe” to “approved.”

I created PitchEDU because I saw too many brilliant entrepreneurs missing out on district opportunities—not because their offers weren’t strong, but because they didn’t know how to position, price, and pitch in a way that...

Chip Baker is a fourth-generation educator. He has been a teacher/coach for over twenty-six years. He is a multiple-time best-selling Author (27 books), Youtuber/Podcaster and Transformational Speaker.  

Chip Baker is the creator of the youTube channel/podcast “Chip Baker - The Success Chronicles” where he interviews people from all walks of life and shares their stories for positive inspiration and motivation.  

Live. Learn. Serve. ...

Michal Tapia (she/her/ella) is a proud Latina, mother of three, first-generation professional, and the founder of M.Tapia Consulting, a leadership and workplace equity firm focused on creating meaningful experiences that foster inclusion, connection, and authentic leadership. With over two decades of experience across nonprofit, healthcare, and academic sectors, Michal helps individuals and organizations build cultures rooted in tr...

Casey Watts is a Team Leadership Expert and the founder of Casey Watts Coaching & Consulting, LLC. With over 20 years of experience as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and district leader, she’s seen how a lack of clarity—not effort —is what keeps teams stuck. Drawing from her time in schools and her own leadership journey, Casey created the Clarity Cycle Framework to help leaders build capacity, improve retention, and cre...

Katie Fielding is an educational consultant and creator with 20 years of experience as a public school educator. Katie passionately advocates for digital accessibility, creativity, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in classrooms.   She specializes in integrating technology and STEM to create interdisciplinary instructional experiences. She shares her expertise through conference presentations and workshops, having been honore...

Shartajeye’ “Taji” Wright-Fitzhugh
STEM Educator | Founder of Kidmistry, LLC | Mom & Edupreneur

Shartajeye’ “Taji” Wright-Fitzhugh is a mom, STEM educator, and founder of Kidmistry, LLC—an education consulting firm designed to support teachers with innovative strategies that bring joy and equity back into the classroom. Through her signature platform, Taji – The Teacher’s Teacher, she helps new and novice educators build strong instr...

I’m a Human Sustainability Consultant with a deep background in education, emotional engagement, and systems transformation. My work centers on helping schools, districts, and organizations create emotionally sustainable environments where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to lead.

My professional path began as an elementary teacher with a passion for technology. Over time, I served as a Technology Integrator, Director of I...

Michelle Moore is an EdTech expert turned mindset mentor and the creator of 100 Days to Self-Love, a transformative journal designed to help individuals reconnect with their worth and purpose. After years of leading in the education technology space, Michelle felt called to deepen her impact by guiding others through personal healing and growth. Blending her experience in education with her passion for mindfulness, energy alignment...

Maria-Katarina Johannesson, a.k.a. Linksandmaria, likes to grow things - both businesses and plants. Specializing in link building, digital PR, and making brands stand out, she’s all about building relationships while keeping the sales perspective front and center.

Website: https://linksandmaria.com/
 

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The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint To J...

Sofia Gonzalez, M.Ed., MA is a High School AP English teacher, Nonprofit Leader, and Education Activist from Illinois. She has been in the field of education for 15 years and has a deep passion for students & teachers who are disadvantaged.

She’s a sought-after keynote speaker & podcast host who is known for her cutting-edge presentations and dynamic illustrations with a message that’s infectious. She has received national teacher r...

Author of "What Teachers Need," a timely response to the mass exodus of teachers leaving the profession during covid19, Dalila Tahirovic is a self made edupreneur. Graduating from University of Southern California with her Master's Degree teaching gifted education, special education, and bilingual education. Dalila's passion for teaching stems from her religious tradition, personal upbringing, and entrepreneurial spirit.

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About Today’s Guest, Lisa Cummings

Lisa has delivered events to over 24,000 participants, in-person in 14 countries. She’s an MBA and a Gallup Certified Strengths coach. 

You can see her featured in places like Harvard Business Publishing, Training Magazine, and Forbes. She’s the founder of Lead Through Strengths, and hosts a podcast by the same name.

She helps independent coaches, trainers, and speakers build business skills like ema...