Speakers

Dr. Dana Godek is a trusted advisor and national expert in educational policy and strategy with over 30 years of experience across K-20 leadership and public service. A Her background includes pivotal roles as Chief of Strategy, Chief Communications Officer, and Chief of Staff in both district and state leadership roles. Dana also teaches in higher education, advises state leaders, and contributes to University Business magazine. Named among District Administration’s 'Top 100 Influencers in Education,' she also serves on the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, shaping national conversations on educational leadership. In Daisies Pushing Up, Dana draws on her personal experiences in the foster care and juvenile justice systems, exploring resilience and purpose—qualities she brings to her work with school districts. Dr. Kelly Dolan-Sapp is the Chief of Practice for EduSolve, with client portfolio supporting 25 school district partners in wellness, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and cultural policy and practice. With almost 25 years of experience in the field, Kelly is a nationally recognized Culture Coach and Staff Developer. She has led large-scale national project with the Wallace Foundation and was a founding faculty member of High Tech High.