2024 National Conference Speakers

Featured Speakers in 2024

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Michael Brandwein
Educator and Author
Michael Brandwein is an internationally acclaimed expert on camp, youth development, and education. A frequent national keynoter, he has presented in all 50 states and on six of the seven continents. He is the number one best-selling author in the camp training and leadership field and has won two American Camp Association national awards and many regional awards. Michael has written and presented three Emmy® award-winning TV programs on youth communication for adults who work with young people.
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 		 Krystal Speed
CEO & Fractional Chief People Officer, Your HR Strategist

At Your HR Stategist, Krystal Speed and her team function as fractional HR resources supporting clients through VIP Day strategy consultations, ongoing retainers, and a group coaching program. Krystal is a trusted thought partner and certified Senior Professional in HR (SPHR) who helps startups and small businesses create workplaces where their people can thrive.
Photo of Peter Baron  Peter Baron
Founder, MoonshotOS

Peter Baron is a dedicated and seasoned advocate for independent schools. With a career in association management, product development, sales, relationship development, marketing, entrepreneurship, and hosting more than 300 podcasts focused on leadership and independent school growth, Peter's success has been built on listening to schools' and families' needs — rooted in a deep and personal commitment to the transformational experience that independent schools can have for students. Peter is the founder of MoonshotOS, a professional learning community empowering leaders to reimagine the independent school business model. 
Photo of Brendan Schneider  Brendan Schneider
Founder and CEO, SchneiderB Media

Brendan Schneider is one of the leaders in the field of teaching and knowledge about inbound marketing for schools and the use of AI in school marketing. At SchneiderB Media, his digital marketing agency for schools, Brendan focuses on increasing inquiries through his Fractional Digital Marketing program and his marketing automation software designed for schools called SchoolMarketingCRM. Brendan is also the founder of The MarCom Society, a community created exclusively for Marketing and Communication (MarCom) Professionals at schools.