Dawn Lucarelli

Dr. Dawn Lucarelli is a distinguished leadership consultant with a passion for helping Boards of Education find, recruit, and empower exceptional leaders. With a Ph.D. from the College of Notre Dame of Maryland and over 25 years of experience in educational leadership, Dr. Lucarelli has earned a reputation for her strategic insight and results-driven approach.

As the former Associate Superintendent for Anne Arundel County Public Schools in Maryland, Dr. Lucarelli successfully oversaw the education of over 84,500 students across 119 schools. Her deep understanding of school systems and leadership dynamics makes her a trusted advisor to Boards of Education seeking top-tier Superintendents. Dr. Lucarelli’s talent for identifying and hiring the right leaders is enhanced by her expertise as a certified Gallup Strengths Coach and her unique background in playing and teaching the game of poker. This combination of skills allows her to guide leaders in exuding confidence, making strategic decisions, and achieving peak performance.

With her strengths-based coaching style, Dr. Lucarelli empowers Boards of Education to attract and select candidates who align with their vision and goals. Her comprehensive approach ensures the recruitment of visionary leaders who can effectively address complex challenges and drive organizational success.