Applications are now being accepted for the new cohort of Executives in Residence program. Interested individuals should complete the application form found on the right side of this page and submit the application by May 15, 2021.
The Executive in Residence program is a year-long program of professional development for ESA Leaders. Its purpose is to help develop national leaders for the future of ESAs.
The director for the Executives in Residence program is Cliff Carmody. Cliff is the executive director for the SWWC Service Cooperative in Marshall, Minnesota.
Congratulations to the 2019-20 Executives in Residence Cohort who were recognized at the 2020 AESA Foundation Virtual Summer Leadership Conference!
April Estrada, Region 10 ESC, TX
Valerie Fenn, ACES, CT
Lenny Greaney, Bucks County IU, PA
Kelly Ingram, Region 4 ESC, TX
Dan Mayer, Region V BOCES, WY
Robby McGowen, Region 4 ESC, TX
Analicia Nicholson, Douglas ESD, OR
Megan Timme, Region 10 ESC, TX
Kathy Whitlock, ESD 112, WA
Watch videos of participants describing their experiences in the program:
The Executives in Residence Program is a yearlong, performance-based opportunity that:
includes a strong mentor component by CEOs of the council and host organizations
provides access to a variety of leadership experiences
works in a cohort model providing national networking and communication.
The program commencing in July of each year will prepare our next generation of CEOs with the needed skills. We look forward to your application to this opportunity in leadership in the fastest growing education sector in our community.
Please read the Executives in Residence Program brochure for more information.