We’re excited to recognize NACSA’s 2025 Change Makers—individuals whose leadership and dedication are helping to move authorizing forward. From improving systems and policies to supporting schools and students on the ground, these Change Makers exemplify what it means to lead with purpose and impact. Congratulations to our 2025 Change Makers:

• Talia Gerstle
  Senior Policy and Communications Manager, BluePrint Labs
• Dr. Richard Seigler-Carter
  Managing Director, LeveragED Foundation
• Raj Thakkar
  Founder & CEO, Charter School Business Management
• Robin Lake
  Director, Center on Reinventing Public Education
• Colleston Morgan, Jr.
  Executive Director, City Forward Collective

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