About this Network
Finance and human resource leaders play a vital role in the success of educational service agencies—and collaboration between the two is more important than ever.
That’s why AESA is launching the Business & HR Officials Network, a professional learning community designed specifically for ESA staff who lead or support business operations and human resources.
Key benefits of participating:
- Align financial and human capital strategies to increase efficiency and sustainability.
- Gain access to targeted professional learning on topics like financial planning, compliance, talent management, and strategic HR practices.
- Strengthen your leadership toolkit with real-world examples, tools, and frameworks that support agency operations.
- Build a national network of peers in similar roles to share ideas, benchmark practices, and co-develop solutions.
Schedule:
All sessions are held virtually for 90 minutes each session. All sessions begin at 2:00 pm Eastern Time.
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September 10, 2025
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November 12, 2025
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February 11, 2026
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April 8, 2026
Pricing:
- Annual Individual Membership: $299
Meet the Facilitators:
Olga Simoes
As AESA Chief Financial Officer, Olga brings a wealth of experience in financial leadership and a deep commitment to fostering collaboration between finance and human resources. Her work with the Leadership Team and her proactive spirit, reflect her dedication to operational excellence and professional development across service agencies.
Darcy Budnik
Darcy brings 28+ years of experience and a deep passion for supporting educators and systems-level improvement. She led more than 35 programs at CESA #1 in Wisconsin and now brings that same energy and expertise to facilitate AESA's Consultant Network and Business and HR Officials Network.
Join This Network!
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers, share strategies, and strengthen your ESA’s impact.