Brian J. Stephens is an advocate, champion, and steadfast supporter of the public school system. As the co-founder and CEO of Caissa K12, a strategy firm serving public school districts nationwide, he has collaborated with public school districts across the nation to address challenges such as student recruitment, chronic absenteeism, and more.
Beginning his career with dual degrees in Business Management and Psychology, along with a Juris Doctorate in Law and a Master's in Industrial Psychology, Brian's achievements include serving as an adjunct law professor, being recognized as a top 40 under 40 entrepreneur, and contributing decades of public service to his community. He has presented at national conferences and organizations, including The School Superintendents Association, The National School Boards Association, and The Consortium of State School Boards Associations. His foundation in strategic and intelligence-based action began at Marion Military Institute, where, at the age of 19, he was appointed Cadet Corps Commander of the entire student body. He continued his service, rising to the rank of Captain in the United States Army. It is through these experiences that Brian discovered his passion for empowering public schools to effectively educate the students of the future.
Best selling author of “The Customer Is NOT Always Right! But We Sure Do Need Them”, “Only Morons Say No Comment”, and NEW "A Level Playing Field: Strategies To Ensure Public Schools' Success".
"For every dollar redirected to private schools or charter programs, a public school district loses not just funding, but the capacity to serve its most vulnerable students. The real cost of school choice is measured in the widening gaps it leaves behind".