School Business Insider

Nov 18 2024 44 ep. 55 mins 9
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ASBO International's official podcast. Each week we sit down down with school business professionals and industry experts from around the world to share their stories and explore the topics that matter most to you.

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Becoming an Elite School Business Official: All About the SFO Certification

Nov 18 2024 31 mins  
In this episode of School Business Insider, we’re exploring the Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations (SFO) certification, a designation recognized nationwide for its excellence and rigor in school business. Joining us are two outstanding school business leaders: Matthew Lentz, Chief Financial Officer at Esperanza in Pennsylvania and a certified SFO, and Rebeka

Resilience and Reinvention in School Business Leadership

Nov 11 2024 56 mins  
In this episode of School Business Insider, we sit down with Dr. Michael Lewis, a school business official who shares his personal journey of resilience and reinvention after facing significant professional challenges. Dr. Lewis opens up about his leadership experiences in various educational roles, the difficult decision to leave his most recent position, and the strength it takes

Funding the Future: Grants and Green Initiatives for School Facilities

Nov 04 2024 64 mins  
On this episode of School Business Insider, we're joined by two leaders at the forefront of sustainable school facilities: Anisa Heming, Director of the Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council, and Craig Schiller, Executive Director of the Collaborative for High Performance Schools. Together, they share the latest on the state of school infrastructure, the chall

From Immigrant to Superintendent: A Journey of Leadership and Resilience

Oct 28 2024 57 mins  
In this episode of School Business Insider, we sit down with Dr. Victor Hayek, Deputy Superintendent of Schools at Conejo Valley Unified School District in California. Dr. Hayek shares his incredible journey, from being an English learner in the U.S. public school system to rising through the ranks of school leadership, eventually becoming a superintendent. He opens up about the ch

Strengthening Leadership: The Superintendent, SBO, and Board Collaboration

Oct 21 2024 62 mins  
In this episode of School Business Insider, we sit down with Dr. James Kaishian, Superintendent of Schools at Briarcliff Manor UFSD in New York, to explore what strong leadership looks like in education today. Dr. Kaishian shares how he weathered turbulent times at Briarcliff Manor, built trust with the community, the Board of Education, and his school business official, and how co

Innovation on Wheels: Combating the Bus Driver Shortage

Oct 14 2024 59 mins  
In this episode of School Business Insider, host John Brucato sits down with Liza Acanfora, Director of Adult and Community Education, and Graham Violino, Director of Transportation, both from the Kenmore - Town of Tonawanda UFSD. They discuss how their district is tackling the nationwide bus driver shortage with an innovative training program funded by a New York State Department

Live from the 2024 ASBO Expo: Why SBOs Prioritize AC&E

Oct 07 2024 88 mins  
In this special episode of School Business Insider, we’re live from the expo floor at the 2024 ASBO International Annual Conference & Expo. Host John Brucato sits down with school business officials and affiliate members to explore their experiences and why attending the AC&E remains a top priority year after year. From emerging leaders to veteran SBOs, we hear personal s

Innovating School Business: Insights from ASBO International’s Innovation Hour

Sep 30 2024 25 mins  
In this special live episode of School Business Insider, recorded at the 2024 ASBO International Annual Conference & Expo Innovation Hour, we explore the future of school business and education with two forward-thinking leaders: Laura Anderson, Associate Director at Edunomics Lab, and Dr. Mario Chiasson, Director of Research, Innovations, and Change Management at District scola

Innovations in School Security: AI-Driven Solutions for Safer Schools

Sep 23 2024 62 mins  
In this episode of School Business Insider, we take a deep dive into the evolving landscape of school security. Joining us are Dr. Brian Graham, Superintendent of Grand Island Central School District, and Brett Handell, Vice President of Sales at ZeroEyes, a company specializing in AI-driven weapon detection technology. Dr. Graham and Brett discuss how Grand Island has integrated a

Capturing Moments, Protecting Privacy: LifeTouch’s Data Security Strategies

Sep 16 2024 61 mins  
In this episode of School Business Insider, we dive into the critical topic of data security in schools with Nathan Pierce, National Sales Executive at LifeTouch. Known for capturing cherished school memories, LifeTouch also leads the industry in protecting student data. Nathan shares insights into the sophisticated software and protocols LifeTouch employs to ensure that student ph