Connley was first introduced to The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People as a result of creating and teaching a high school course, Strategies for Success, at T.L. Hanna High School in Anderson, South Carolina. The course was centered around Dr. Covey’s 7 Habits, and became a district requirement for all 9th grade students. In addition to being a classroom teacher and coach, Connley has served as an assistant middle school principal, a princi...

Dana Penick has called South Carolina her home all of her adult life. She has served the last 20 years in Greenville and Horry County schools. After teaching the first 10 years of her career, she moved into administration serving in the roles of administrative assistant, assistant principal and principal. Dana brings a solid foundation and expertise in her work with PLC, Brain Research, and Baldrige Model.

She is currently the pr...

Inspired by the potential in all children, Jenni Williams—a highly motivated, creative and energetic leader—is committed to assisting clients in establishing a positive school culture and encouraging, student learning experiences.

Utilizing outstanding communication skills, organizational and analytical aptitudes and a proven ability to develop strong, lasting relationships, Jenni coaches school administrators and teachers in bes...

Jennifer Williams comes with a wealth of experiences in school administration, curriculum development, leadership programming, professional development and the facilitation of numerous FranklinCovey programs.

Experience in career and technical education as well as in the comprehensive high school and elementary settings.

Oversaw the implementation of leadership program for Hilliard Darby school students based upon the” 7 ...

Jill has spent the past 13 years serving as an educator in the Rockwood School District in St. Louis, Missouri. Prior to her time in St. Louis she taught in the Kansas City urban setting and in rural Missouri. She then headed to St. Louis where she spent four years teaching in the Rockwood School District, five years as an assistant principal, and four years as principal. This middle school of 1300 students currently embraces the Leader in Me....

Kathy has over 20 years of professional development experience in both education and corporate environments, including instilling leadership skills in elementary students through “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” and quality improvement tools instruction.

Her roles in education include Professional Development Specialist, elementary gifted and talented teacher, trainer for Staff Development Department, and contract facili...

Over 25+ years in the education arena, Lynn Fairbrother Kosinski has inspired paradigm shifts at every level in which she has served. Lynn began her career as an elementary classroom teacher. She...

Michael is a 3rd generation public school educator who over the past 18 years has served as a teacher/coach, high school vice-principal, high school principal and Coordinator for Leadership Services.

He currently serves as the Coordinator of the Institute for Leadership Development at the Education Service Center, Region 20 in San Antonio, Texas. In this role, Michael is responsible for leading a team of dedicated professionals in th...

Paul Pitchford, Ph.D., a faculty member of the University of Missouri College of Education and associate director of the Hook Center for Educational Leadership and District Renewal, has dedicated most of his professional life to enhancing the effectiveness of educational leaders.

His teaching experience includes various courses in educational leadership, teacher effectiveness, curriculum development, strategic planning, and other rel...

Shelly has 20 years of educational experience including 10 years in the classroom as a high school science teacher. For the past 10 years, she directed the Alabama Math, Science, and Technology Initiative (AMSTI) for the University of North Alabama. Shelly holds the following degrees/certifications:

• BS in Biology
• MAed in Chemistry
• Administrative Certification
• National Board Certification in Adolesc...

Over half of Tracey’s 18 years in education were spent in the Quakertown Community School District. During her tenure at Strayer Middle School, she taught emotional support, learning support an...