I am a multifaceted, collaborative Technical Trainer highly regarded for 20+ years of experience working with students, administrators, and faculty in educational institutions to spearhead professional development, motivate and advocate for the next generation of leaders. Colleagues know me as a progressive, motivational leader with expertise in presenting to technical and non-technical audiences and pupils, and who develops ground-breaking, innovative curriculums and instructional materials. I foster a culture of growth and improvement through data-driven goals where educators and students excel with the necessary resources to achieve. I collaborate and communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and develops deep connections with partners and community leaders to support student progress and educational initiatives. I am passionate about promoting diversity and equity to close achievement gaps in education and create an inclusive, well-rounded experience for all individuals.My key areas of expertise: Program Management, Curriculum Training & Development, Public Speaking & Presentations, Budgets, Business Administration, Events Coordination, Problem Resolution & Conflict Management, Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration, Virtual & Classroom Instruction & Training, Technical Skills, Building Client & Stakeholder Relationships, Project Management, and Edmentum, Aztec & Canvas Online Learning Systems.A few of my career highlights include: • Exemplary academic qualifications, with a Master’s of Science in Management Information Systems and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from California State University.• Forged and launched the Palm Lane Charter School to 425 students in 6 weeks. • Awarded 100% admission to a 4-year University for every CTE program intern at Samueli Academy. • Fashioned and led the Lutheran Technology Managers of Orange County for collaborative training, purchasing, reciprocal support, and church integration at Red Hill Lutheran School.• Designed a GED training course for the Tustin Adult School, achieving a 100% student graduation rate.• Spearheaded and managed the matriculation of 64 released felons into college in the past three years at Santiago Canyon College.My hobbies include building custom farmhouse style furniture; many of the pieces my wife uses in her Kindergarten classroom are custom built by me. I also remodeled my grandparents' old house in the desert and turned it into a quiet retreat.I look forward to meeting you! You can reach me at thomasfish@cox.net.