Social Chats: Shaping Minds & Brands
Dive into the world where education meets innovation, and leadership intertwines with personal branding. "Social Chats: Shaping Minds & Brands" is your go-to podcast for inspiring conversations with trailblazers who are redefining success in the digital age.
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On this episode of Social Chats, we will be speaking with Dr. Alejandro Cisneros currently leads Family and Community Engagement and the implementation of the Community Schools program for the Alvord Unified School District in Riverside. He's been an elementary school principal in two districts and taught middle school mathematics and language arts. His doctoral studies centered on perceptions of Latinx fam...
On this episode of Social Chats, we will be speaking with Christina Fernandez, who brings over 15 years of experience in education, with a leadership journey shaped by personal self-healing and a deep commitment to emotional intelligence and trauma-responsive practices.
Her leadership approach fosters safe, supportive environments where both students and staff feel valued and empowered. With a focus on empathy, ...
On this episode of Social Chats we will be speaking with Dr. Amy Alzina, Superintendent/Principal of Cold Spring Elementary School District in Santa Barbara. Under her leadership, this district has become one of California's top performers, with remarkable proficiency rates of 99% in English, 98% in Math, and 97% in Science. Dr. Alzina's approach integrates STEAM, arts, music, and physical education in...
On this episode of Social Chats we will be speaking with Veronica Rodriguez, the Principal at Ruth O. Harris Middle School in Colton, CA. A proud product of the Colton Joint Unified School District and Bloomington Bruin graduate, Principal Rodriguez has returned to serve the very community that shaped her educational foundation.
With 22 years in education, her path has taken her from substitute teaching to specia...
On this episode of Social Chats we will be speaking with Dr. Atikah Osman, a passionate and purpose-driven school leader who’s making waves in education by blending high expectations with heart. She serves in one of California’s largest urban school districts, where she’s known for championing equity, academic rigor, and culturally relevant teaching.
Dr. Osman was named ACSA Region 17 Co-Administrator of the Year...
On this episode of Social Chats we will be speaking with Yolanda Valdez, a distinguished educator whose over 30 year career is marked by a passionate commitment to enhancing student education and nurturing future leaders.
With a decade of experience as Superintendent, she has demonstrated steadfast leadership, catalyzing significant academic advancements as well as facility and community development within the C...
On this episode of Social Chats we will be speaking with Dr. Neil Gupta is the Superintendent of Oakwood City Schools in Ohio. He is excited to lead a high-performing district that focuses on the whole child and connects learning to relevant, real-world experiences.
Dr. Gupta has presented at the state, national, and international levels on leadership, assessments, and coaching. Neil is passionate about administr...
On this episode of Social Chats we will be speaking with Rebecca Leroux, CEO and Lead Creative Strategist for B43 Productions. As the Founder of B43Productions, she leads a team specializing in high-impact video storytelling, live-stream production, and strategic messaging- ensuring every project resonates with the right audience and drives real impact. Since 2011, she has partnered with nearly 75 LEAs, working ...
On this episode of Social Chats we will be speaking with Dr. Benita Scheckel, who is a joyful, visionary and transformative educational leader with extensive experience spanning K-12 teaching, arts specialization, principalship, university-level instruction and central office administration. Having recently transitioned to the role of Coordinator of Visual and Performing Arts in the Hacienda La Puente Unified Sc...
On this episode of Social Chats we will be speaking with Melanie Matta, a small school Superintendent/Principal whose commitment to educational equity is unwavering. For over 20 years, she has been a tireless advocate for underserved communities, working to bridge the achievement gap and create a more inclusive and equitable educational landscape. Her dedication to diversity and inclusion has had a profound impa...
On this episode of Social Chats I will be speaking with Marco Ibarra, who currently serves as Coordinator III for the Center for Advancement of Racial Equity Unit within the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Division at the Los Angeles County Office of Education. He collaborates with various Local Education Agencies to provide professional development focused on implicit bias, bias mitigation, cultural proficienc...
On this episode of Social Chats we will be speaking with Jaime Carias, nationally award-winning educator, bilingual author, and highly sought-after empowerment speaker known for his expertise in Family and Community engagement. With over 20 years of experience in education, Jaime equips educators, parents, and students with the mindsets and skill sets needed to thrive in the After-COVID Stage of Education. An ar...
On this episode of Social Chats I speak with Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket, an author, speaker and educator with decades of experience in public education. Dr. Edoho-Eket's belief in fostering meaningful relationships serves as the foundation for everything she does, and her highly effective teaching and leadership style continues to inspire up-and-coming aspiring teacher leaders.
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On this episode of Social Chats, we speak with Dr. DONYA BALL, Superintendent, Keynote speaker, author, and recently had an incredible TedTalk ! With over two decades of experience, Dr. Ball’s extensive leadership experience at the highest levels gives her a uniquely informed perspective. Her passion lies in building up leaders and she is an incredible person.
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On this episode of Social Chats, I will be speaking with Terrence Davis, the proud Superintendent of Banning Unified School District. The Banning Unified School District has about 5,000 students and is located in Riverside County California. Terrence has over 25 years of experience in education and is the author of the new book, “Courageous Fire: Courageous and Passionate Leadership”.
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On this episode of Social Chats, we speak with Eric Timmons. As the founder and artistic director of the New Vista Film Festival, Eric taught screenwriting and produced films with students on the Autism spectrum. Now at Santa Ana Unified School District, in Southern California, Eric is excited to lead the Saintly Films Pathway at Santa Ana High School. He is dedicated to empowering underrepresented voices by pro...
On this episode of the Social Chats Podcast we have the always amazing Dr. Nyree Clark on with us today! Dr. Clark is currently the Coordinator of Equity and Access for the Colton Joint Unified School District in Southern California. Dr. Clark is passionate about providing equity in education for ALL students and adult learners. She believes that when students and adult learners are able to see themselves repres...
On this episode of Social Chats, we speak with Dr. Don Austin, the proud Superintendent of the Palo Alto Unified School District. PAUSD serves about 10,000 students in 20 schools. Located near Stanford University, Palo Alto USD is ranked by Niche as the #1 school district in California for the several years running and #8 in the nation for school districts. With a focus on innovation and excellence, it’s an incr...
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