Dr. Kenneth Spells, Superintendent, Hoke County School District, Raeford, NC
Accomplished chief executive officer and leader of large and medium-size organizations in the educational field. Significant financial management experience and budget responsibility. Known as a trusted consensus builder who has envisioned and built support for programs by creating effective partnerships among schools, their customers (parents and children), and communities. A strong communicator with a record of turning around under-performing operations and schools. Skilled in the oversight and processes of risk management. A sought-after thought leader and mentor in strategy development and implementation. A true team player who is skilled in marketing his product to various constituencies. Recognized for ability to engage the community and to ‘move the needle’ in improving student achievement. Experienced as a leader and a member of a variety of non-profit boards.