Lisa Duty, Ph.D.
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Todd Kleismit
I was the president of Leadership Ohio when we chose Lisa to serve as our executive director. Lisa has more than fulfilled my wildest dreams in the role as a thought leader, strategic partner and pragmatic problem solver. Lisa has truly transformed Leadership Ohio from a struggling, under-performing organization with potential to one that is thriving on a course for long-term success. Lisa has proven herself to demonstrate vision and to know what it takes to achieve lofty goals. I have been so impressed with Lisa’s emotional intelligence and perseverance to handle some tough challenges. Perhaps above all else, Lisa is simply a delightful person who is intellectually curious and passionate about wanting others to be successful. She does not seek the limelight or attention, but seems to know how and when to put the spotlight on others and let them shine. Lisa is simply one of the strongest, most competent leaders with whom I have ever worked. I am so glad I know her and have had the privilege to work alongside her.
LinkedIn User
Our team in Brazil worked with Lisa after we commissioned a report to analyse best practice around implementation of education technology in the US, to feed into a project to boost human capacity in Brazil’s Education Departments. Lisa was the only consultant who had the profile we were looking for: someone with extensive experience in rolling out edtech programmes in the public sector, combined with the writing skills and eye for detail of a researcher. We were delighted with the outcome. As well as producing and presenting a competently-drafted and well-pitched report, which highlighted the sheer depth and breadth of her knowledge, Lisa was also extremely reliable, committed and easy to work with. She would be an asset to any team grappling with issues around edtech use and advancement, particularly in the US context.
Doug Casey
The process of working with Lisa Duty of Innovation Partners America has been exceptional. Within the first five minutes of speaking with Lisa, you sense her rare ability to listen and synthesize ideas on a deep level. With little background on our state’s challenges, she delved into Connecticut’s educational culture, quickly helping us identify both barriers to and opportunities for positive change. She deftly synthesizes differing stakeholder perspectives into a cohesive whole, casting a vision for what can be, informed by her wealth of national education reform experience. Our team was thrilled with the product that resulted from our work with Innovation Partners. While Charting New Frontiers in Student-Centered Learning takes a direct, confident stance in calling for a new education system centered on the graduate of the future, it also accounts for the reality of where we are now. The result of nearly a year of work with Lisa is a research-based set of practical calls to action that leverage all that is great about Connecticut’s leaders, educators, and students, with unprecedented opportunity to prepare all children for a new future.
Todd Kleismit
I was the president of Leadership Ohio when we chose Lisa to serve as our executive director. Lisa has more than fulfilled my wildest dreams in the role as a thought leader, strategic partner and pragmatic problem solver. Lisa has truly transformed Leadership Ohio from a struggling, under-performing organization with potential to one that is thriving on a course for long-term success. Lisa has proven herself to demonstrate vision and to know what it takes to achieve lofty goals. I have been so impressed with Lisa’s emotional intelligence and perseverance to handle some tough challenges. Perhaps above all else, Lisa is simply a delightful person who is intellectually curious and passionate about wanting others to be successful. She does not seek the limelight or attention, but seems to know how and when to put the spotlight on others and let them shine. Lisa is simply one of the strongest, most competent leaders with whom I have ever worked. I am so glad I know her and have had the privilege to work alongside her.
LinkedIn User
Our team in Brazil worked with Lisa after we commissioned a report to analyse best practice around implementation of education technology in the US, to feed into a project to boost human capacity in Brazil’s Education Departments. Lisa was the only consultant who had the profile we were looking for: someone with extensive experience in rolling out edtech programmes in the public sector, combined with the writing skills and eye for detail of a researcher. We were delighted with the outcome. As well as producing and presenting a competently-drafted and well-pitched report, which highlighted the sheer depth and breadth of her knowledge, Lisa was also extremely reliable, committed and easy to work with. She would be an asset to any team grappling with issues around edtech use and advancement, particularly in the US context.
Doug Casey
The process of working with Lisa Duty of Innovation Partners America has been exceptional. Within the first five minutes of speaking with Lisa, you sense her rare ability to listen and synthesize ideas on a deep level. With little background on our state’s challenges, she delved into Connecticut’s educational culture, quickly helping us identify both barriers to and opportunities for positive change. She deftly synthesizes differing stakeholder perspectives into a cohesive whole, casting a vision for what can be, informed by her wealth of national education reform experience. Our team was thrilled with the product that resulted from our work with Innovation Partners. While Charting New Frontiers in Student-Centered Learning takes a direct, confident stance in calling for a new education system centered on the graduate of the future, it also accounts for the reality of where we are now. The result of nearly a year of work with Lisa is a research-based set of practical calls to action that leverage all that is great about Connecticut’s leaders, educators, and students, with unprecedented opportunity to prepare all children for a new future.
Todd Kleismit
I was the president of Leadership Ohio when we chose Lisa to serve as our executive director. Lisa has more than fulfilled my wildest dreams in the role as a thought leader, strategic partner and pragmatic problem solver. Lisa has truly transformed Leadership Ohio from a struggling, under-performing organization with potential to one that is thriving on a course for long-term success. Lisa has proven herself to demonstrate vision and to know what it takes to achieve lofty goals. I have been so impressed with Lisa’s emotional intelligence and perseverance to handle some tough challenges. Perhaps above all else, Lisa is simply a delightful person who is intellectually curious and passionate about wanting others to be successful. She does not seek the limelight or attention, but seems to know how and when to put the spotlight on others and let them shine. Lisa is simply one of the strongest, most competent leaders with whom I have ever worked. I am so glad I know her and have had the privilege to work alongside her.
LinkedIn User
Our team in Brazil worked with Lisa after we commissioned a report to analyse best practice around implementation of education technology in the US, to feed into a project to boost human capacity in Brazil’s Education Departments. Lisa was the only consultant who had the profile we were looking for: someone with extensive experience in rolling out edtech programmes in the public sector, combined with the writing skills and eye for detail of a researcher. We were delighted with the outcome. As well as producing and presenting a competently-drafted and well-pitched report, which highlighted the sheer depth and breadth of her knowledge, Lisa was also extremely reliable, committed and easy to work with. She would be an asset to any team grappling with issues around edtech use and advancement, particularly in the US context.
Doug Casey
The process of working with Lisa Duty of Innovation Partners America has been exceptional. Within the first five minutes of speaking with Lisa, you sense her rare ability to listen and synthesize ideas on a deep level. With little background on our state’s challenges, she delved into Connecticut’s educational culture, quickly helping us identify both barriers to and opportunities for positive change. She deftly synthesizes differing stakeholder perspectives into a cohesive whole, casting a vision for what can be, informed by her wealth of national education reform experience. Our team was thrilled with the product that resulted from our work with Innovation Partners. While Charting New Frontiers in Student-Centered Learning takes a direct, confident stance in calling for a new education system centered on the graduate of the future, it also accounts for the reality of where we are now. The result of nearly a year of work with Lisa is a research-based set of practical calls to action that leverage all that is great about Connecticut’s leaders, educators, and students, with unprecedented opportunity to prepare all children for a new future.
Todd Kleismit
I was the president of Leadership Ohio when we chose Lisa to serve as our executive director. Lisa has more than fulfilled my wildest dreams in the role as a thought leader, strategic partner and pragmatic problem solver. Lisa has truly transformed Leadership Ohio from a struggling, under-performing organization with potential to one that is thriving on a course for long-term success. Lisa has proven herself to demonstrate vision and to know what it takes to achieve lofty goals. I have been so impressed with Lisa’s emotional intelligence and perseverance to handle some tough challenges. Perhaps above all else, Lisa is simply a delightful person who is intellectually curious and passionate about wanting others to be successful. She does not seek the limelight or attention, but seems to know how and when to put the spotlight on others and let them shine. Lisa is simply one of the strongest, most competent leaders with whom I have ever worked. I am so glad I know her and have had the privilege to work alongside her.
LinkedIn User
Our team in Brazil worked with Lisa after we commissioned a report to analyse best practice around implementation of education technology in the US, to feed into a project to boost human capacity in Brazil’s Education Departments. Lisa was the only consultant who had the profile we were looking for: someone with extensive experience in rolling out edtech programmes in the public sector, combined with the writing skills and eye for detail of a researcher. We were delighted with the outcome. As well as producing and presenting a competently-drafted and well-pitched report, which highlighted the sheer depth and breadth of her knowledge, Lisa was also extremely reliable, committed and easy to work with. She would be an asset to any team grappling with issues around edtech use and advancement, particularly in the US context.
Doug Casey
The process of working with Lisa Duty of Innovation Partners America has been exceptional. Within the first five minutes of speaking with Lisa, you sense her rare ability to listen and synthesize ideas on a deep level. With little background on our state’s challenges, she delved into Connecticut’s educational culture, quickly helping us identify both barriers to and opportunities for positive change. She deftly synthesizes differing stakeholder perspectives into a cohesive whole, casting a vision for what can be, informed by her wealth of national education reform experience. Our team was thrilled with the product that resulted from our work with Innovation Partners. While Charting New Frontiers in Student-Centered Learning takes a direct, confident stance in calling for a new education system centered on the graduate of the future, it also accounts for the reality of where we are now. The result of nearly a year of work with Lisa is a research-based set of practical calls to action that leverage all that is great about Connecticut’s leaders, educators, and students, with unprecedented opportunity to prepare all children for a new future.
Experience
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Leadership Ohio
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Director
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Jan 2019 - Present
I provide executive leadership to Ohio’s first and most prestigious statewide leadership development nonprofit. I provide executive leadership to Ohio’s first and most prestigious statewide leadership development nonprofit.
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Ohio Victim Witness Association (OVWA)
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Board of Directors
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Jan 2023 - Present
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Core Learning Exchange
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United States
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Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Vice President
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Jan 2022 - Present
Consultant-turned-EVP as Core Learning Exchange (Core-LX) refined its focus on Career Technical Education. I advance a range of business, partnership development and thought leadership strategies. Core-LX is a CTE company providing 300+ industry certification prep courses on a mastery-based, digital platform for middle and high schools. Our platform offers the highest quality courses in the sector, leading students to earn industry-recognized credentials and chart pathways to high-skill, high-pay, and in-demand careers. Show less
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Innovation Partners
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United States
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Founder & Principal Consultant
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Apr 2016 - Present
Founder and Principal Consultant of Innovation Partners, an education consultancy that enables states, networks and organizations to create new outcomes through collaboration and the incubation of new ideas. Founder and Principal Consultant of Innovation Partners, an education consultancy that enables states, networks and organizations to create new outcomes through collaboration and the incubation of new ideas.
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International Dyslexia Association Central Ohio
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Columbus, Ohio Area
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Executive Director
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Apr 2018 - Mar 2020
Provided executive leadership and strategic counsel; supported the President and Board of Trustees in accomplishing the mission of this organization advancing the science of reading and children’s literacy in 28 area school districts, charter, private and home schools with an enrollment of 210,000 students-- more than one in 10 children in the state. Established the first-ever Statewide Summit on Dyslexia. Provided executive leadership and strategic counsel; supported the President and Board of Trustees in accomplishing the mission of this organization advancing the science of reading and children’s literacy in 28 area school districts, charter, private and home schools with an enrollment of 210,000 students-- more than one in 10 children in the state. Established the first-ever Statewide Summit on Dyslexia.
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The Learning Accelerator
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United States
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E-learning
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1 - 100 Employee
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Partner & Founding Team Member
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May 2013 - Jun 2016
Partner and founding team member reporting to the CEO of this national nonprofit investing in start-up organizations (Open Up Resources, Mastery Track, the Technology for Education Consortium) and other promising education entrepreneurs and organizations creating open tools, frameworks, and content to foster the transition of teachers and leaders to personalized and blended learning models. Led the organization’s State Strategy, Partnerships and Investment Practice, working as a strategic partner to state departments of education, Governor’s offices, nonprofits, and others seeking support to advance personalized and blended learning in service of career and college success. Show less
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KnowledgeWorks
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Director of Innovation
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Mar 2006 - Apr 2013
A demonstrated record of success and achievement at this education-focused social enterprise, marked by a series of roles of increased influence, authority, and accountability over seven years, including Policy Officer, Government Relations Manager, and Director of External Affairs, culminating in advancement to Senior Director of Innovation. Managed the review of multiple Ohio education initiatives and state agencies (i.e. the Ohio Board of Regents) by numerous foundation staff and external consultants on behalf of KnowledgeWorks in service to incoming Governor Strickland and his gubernatorial transition team. Culminated in the issuance of recommendations for agency reorganization and priorities. Highlights include establishing the Chancellor as a member of the Governor's Cabinet, and the subsequent success of Ohio’s Ten Year Strategic Plan for Higher Education. Assumed leadership of efforts to successfully challenge the state’s early college access policies to the benefit of low-income, first-generation college-goers. Leveraged a bi-partisan approach to contribute to the acquisition of $40MM in funds for high school redesign projects impacting 25,000 urban students, garnering a greater than 31% increase in graduation rates at redesigned sites and over 20,000 college credit hours earned by early college high school students. Developed and directed an effective coalition supporting public awareness, policy development, and earning public funding to advance the potential of digital, online, and blended learning. Planned and executed the Ohio Digital Learning Campaign from its inception to success. Efforts culminated in the development and passage of H.B. 153 which established the Ohio Digital Learning Task Force (ODLTF) under Governor Kasich’s administration; S.B. 316 enacting the recommendations of the ODLTF; and, legislation supporting the institution of Ohio’s inaugural $230MM Straight A Innovation Fund to support innovative pilot development. Show less
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Ohio College Access Network
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member of the Board of Directors
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Mar 2011 - Mar 2013
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The Ohio State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Professor, College of Education and Human Ecology, School of Teaching and Learning
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Jan 2011 - Dec 2012
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Ohio Department of Education and Workforce
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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School Re/Design and Improvement Consultant 7-12
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Feb 2003 - Mar 2006
Consultant to the Office of Regional School Improvement Services, Center for Reform and Urban Education and the Center for School Improvement. Formulated transformation strategies to achieve and surpass state and federal educational standards, foster student achievement and mitigate achievement gaps in Ohio’s 611 school districts across all 88 Ohio counties. Managed the federal Comprehensive School Reform Demonstration Grant Program supporting a 42-urban school district network in innovative high school redesign. Identified and delivered on opportunities for districts to collaborate in shared problem-solving and collective learning in order to achieve outcomes for students. Supported outcomes in the context of coordinated funding with external intermediary, funders and other partners. Launched the Ohio Schools to Watch (OSTW) program renewing Ohio’s commitment to excellence in middle grades policy and practice, and served as the program’s State Director. Established and managed a founding Ohio partnership and budget, cultivated program awareness and network development, and led creation of site review standards, training of reviewers with national STW criteria and selection/recognition of OSTW designees. Show less
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Education
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The Ohio State University
Ph.D., Global Education with cognates in Secondary School Transformation and Democratization -
The Ohio State University
Master of Arts, Global Education -
Capital University
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
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