Joseph Wise
Dr. Joseph Wise is the Executive Chair of KAITLab. 40-year veteran of K-12 education and former superintendent of Duval County Public Schools and Christina School District. Former Fortune 10 executive. Co-founder and former CEO of Acceleration Academies, with a successful exit in 2024. Chairman of the Board of LEAP Innovations and Co-founder and Chairman Emeritus of Distinctive Schools.
Phyllis Lockett
Phyllis is a serial social entrepreneur and former CEO of Civic Consulting Alliance. Founding CEO of New Schools for Chicago and LEAP Innovations. Experienced leader in education, government, and the civic sector. Background in brand marketing, product development, and sales. Focused on advancing equity and access in public education, education technology, and financial services.
George Kalogridis
George is a former President of Walt Disney World Resort. 50-year Disney executive and global business leader. Led more than 75,000 employees and a $13 billion business. Expert in customer experience, innovation, and organizational transformation. Serves on corporate, nonprofit, and venture investment boards.
David Sundstrom
David is an accomplished attorney with 45 years of experience in corporate, employment, and contract law and litigation. Professional roots in special education and general education teaching. Former law instructor at Michigan State University and Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Co-founder of multiple education-related enterprises with successful exits.
Steve Svendsen
Steve has served in multiple CFO roles across several industries, including education. Former founding partner of a Chicago-based consulting firm, providing fractional CFO services to numerous clients. Areas of expertise include lender relations, financial forecasting, internal controls, and financial reporting.
