Dr. Chantell Manahan is a district CTO, national edtech leader, and trusted advisor to founders navigating the K–12 landscape. With over 20 years in education, from classroom teacher to cabinet-level leadership, she brings unmatched insight into how schools actually make decisions, adopt tools, and build trust with their communities. As founder of Leading, Laughing, & Learning, Chantell partners with edtech companies to strengthen messaging, align to district priorities, and design people-first solutions that stick. A nationally recognized speaker and author of Capes Optional, Communication Essential, she helps bridge the gap between innovation and implementation through relationships, credibility, and real-world experience.