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Contact Laura Obermann for more information at: lobermann@apbspeakers.com
Speaking topics:
1. Reimagining Education 2040: Disruption, Leadership, and Community Power
Will classrooms still exist in 2040? This talk challenges audiences to rethink the education system through targeted strategies, adaptive leadership, and deep community partnerships. We explore the rise of micro schools, hybrid models, and community-based education hubs — and how they could redefine the way children learn.
2. Turning Around Urban School Districts: Strategies That Stick
Transforming under-resourced school systems requires more than bold policy — it demands trust and collaboration. This session focuses on proven turnaround strategies rooted in community buy-in, the role of the central office in shaping policy, and how leaders can create educational agendas that drive equity and excellence.
3. Building Resilience in Kids: Mental Health Through Storytelling
As a former Chief Strategy Officer at a mental health startup — and a children’s book author — I blend professional insights with personal experiences navigating mental health challenges in my family. Using my book Our Mom, Our Superhero as a catalyst, we explore how to normalize mental health conversations and equip children with self-care tools early in life.
4. Menstrual Equity as an Educational Imperative
Through my work with The Pad Project, I’ve witnessed how period poverty impacts educational access around the world. This talk unpacks the global disparities in reproductive health, examines the stigma surrounding menstruation, and offers creative, culturally responsive solutions to ensure every girl can stay in school.
5. Rethinking Credentials: From College Degrees to Career Pathways
College remains a critical driver of generational wealth — but it’s no longer the only path. This discussion explores how apprenticeships, skills-based learning, and alternative credentials can disrupt the traditional higher education pipeline while expanding opportunities for economic mobility.