We Are Better People
Transformational leaders with a record of getting results.
At Better People, our work is grounded in a deep belief in the incredible potential of all people. Our mission is to help youth-serving organizations imagine and implement innovative, equitable ways to recruit, develop, engage, and retain high-impact, high-potential educators, leaders, and support staff.
We’ve seen firsthand how empowered teams of educators can change trajectories for young people and build powerful school communities. Our vision is for all students to have a barrier-breaking educational experience that prepares them to pursue their dreams, supported by talented, representative educators who continuously grow and thrive.
Our name, Better People, was inspired by a memory of watching India Arie perform her song of the same name many years ago in Baltimore—the city where the founders met and our company’s home. As she sang, “Together there’s so much we can do,” we were struck by the sense of unity and possibility—a moment that reflects the heart of our work today.
Creating better systems begins with better people. We specialize in building them.
We carefully tailor our team for each partnership, selecting from a trusted network of senior district and school leaders who collaborate with us on transformative initiatives for educators and students. This approach ensures that each project benefits from deep expertise and proven leadership, thoughtfully aligned with the specific context, goals, and opportunities of our partnership with you.
Depth and Reach
We bring a wealth of experience from leadership roles spanning classrooms, schools, districts, and state education agencies. We’ve partnered with public schools, public charter schools, and nationally renowned education organizations, tackling challenges in diverse settings—from the largest urban centers to the smallest rural communities across many states. With an unparalleled network and a proven track record, we draw on this deep expertise to ensure meaningful outcomes in every partnership.
Change That Lasts
Our team of experts work with school districts and education leaders to apply a framework for identifying and solving problems, standardizing practices and implementing a continuous improvement model that is the foundation of organizational transformation and that accelerate positive and lasting results.
With a deep niche understanding of State Education Agencies and Public School System issues we provide a customizable suite of solutions that can adjust to provide the right level of support as strategies, budgets, economic conditions, and resources fluctuate.