Franchise Update Magazine Issue IV, 2014 | Page 13

tion. I also see as a core responsibility
development of a productive engagement with our franchisees and other
institutional partners.
Describe your leadership style.

Value-based leadership, which allows
for filtering of decisions by measuring
them against core values. At School of
Rock, core values include team orientation, being proactive, a drive for success, and a measure for the safety and
security of the children. This style of
leadership fuels the essence of what we
do, from the corporate office to frontline employees. Core values create the
culture of our organization: a culture
of accountability.
What has inspired your leadership
style? I’ve been inspired by my parents,

mentors, and experience in franchising and in life. My parents held very
straightforward, conscientious values
that were instilled in me at a young
age. As the leader I am today, every
decision I make is based on that set of
core values. I have also been grateful
to have exceptional mentors guide me
in my professional career.
What is your biggest leadership
challenge? Talent. We are only as good

as our people. As an organization, we
can have values and budgets and projects, but if we don’t have people who
are experienced, competent, and truly
invested in what we do, we will have a
difficult time excelling and reaching
our goals. As with any leader, it becomes crucial to find the right people,
engage them, and create a culture that
embraces creativity and fosters both
individual and team growth.

LEADERSHIP
What is your role as CEO? The most

important aspects of my position are
to direct our vision and strategic goals
based on School of Rock’s mission and
lead delivery on the strategic goals to the
customers, employees, franchisees, and
shareholders. My overall responsibility
is to provide exceptional leadership to
my team