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Keynote Speakers
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Andrew Marotta
Director of Academic Services & Communications
Andrew Marotta is the Director of Academic Services & communications in Port Jervis, NY. He was Principal & AP for the last 20 years in the great small city of Port Jervis. He took on a new challenge in the 23-24 school year moving to this director position giving him some more flexibility to travel and present nationally as an inspirational speaker. He is a husband, father, adjunct professor of school leadership, former Division 1 men’s college basketball official, speaker, & author.
Andrew is also the leader of the Surviving & Thriving movement. Andrew is an energizing & impactful speaker, author, and school leader. He lives the words on his logo & strives to positively #IMPACT all he meets. A master storyteller, Andrew engages his audiences and fellow leaders with authentic and heartfelt stories, memorable props, and collaborative, fun, &, thought-provoking activities.
Additionally, Andrew officiated Men’s Division 1 college basketball at the highest level for almost 20 years. ACC, A-10, CAA, Patriot, IVY, MAAC, & the NEC were the conferences he worked all the while being a school Principal. This was quite challenging & Andrew survived & thrived through it all. Being relentless, showing presence, confidence, and an understanding of people & pressure in the spotlight are all things he learned and brings to his audience while speaking to them on leadership & perseverance.
He is a highly sought-after motivational speaker and the author of 5 leadership books, most recently completing a collaborative, inspirational book entitled HATS: Heartfelt Acts for Teachers, Students, & Staff.
He is married for 22 years to his high school sweetheart Jennifer & is blessed with three wonderful kids: Claire, Matthew & Tessa!
Learn more on the website & through his #ELBlog & podcast: Education Leadership & Beyond found on facebook, linkedin, twitter @andrewmarotta21, and instagram. #ELB #ELBlog #survivethrive
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Shauna Green
Head Coach, Women's Basketball
University of Illinois
https://fightingillini.com/sports/womens-basketball/roster/coaches/shauna-green/2089
Shauna Green was named the 10th head coach of the Fighting Illini women’s basketball program on March 21, 2022. She wrapped up her third season at Illinois with the 2024-25 campaign.
Across her time at Illinois, Green has led the Illini to a 63-35 record, including a 30-24 mark in Big Ten play. Including her time as the head coach at Dayton, Green owns a 190-85 record as a Division I coach. When adding in her two seasons as the head coach at Loras College (DIII), Green owns a 219-110 head coaching record across her career. Dating back to her second season at Loras, Green has led her squads to 10 consecutive winning seasons. She has guided her teams to a combined six NCAA Tournaments and three WBIT/WNIT appearances. Green’s squads have won seven conference championships (five regular season, two tournament) and the 2024 WBIT championship.
In three seasons under Green, the Illinois women's basketball team has registered 63 wins, the first-ever postseason championship in program history (2024 WBIT), and three consecutive top-5 season attendances in State Farm Center. Additionally, the Illini have racked up six AP Top 25-ranked wins, secured double-digit home victories for three-straight seasons for the first time in program history, won Illinois’ first NCAA Tournament game in 25 seasons, and brought in the No. 7-ranked recruiting class by espnW coming in for the 2025-26 campaign.
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2025 Exhibitors
Academic Approach is an award-winning education company focused on Teaching Beyond the Test™ through skills-based preparation™. Whether it’s preparing students for college entrance exams like the ACT or SAT or providing supplemental education through one-on-one tutoring or school programs, Academic Approach develops high-impact, customized education programs that not only raise tests scores but also grow vital college and career readiness skills.
342 W. Armitage Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614
773-348-8914
For more than 35 years, Academic Tutoring & Test Prep has provided industry-leading in-person and virtual solutions for ACT and SAT test preparation, State Tests, financial literacy, study skills, workforce development, and tutoring services to more than 3 million students, teachers, and administrators nationwide.
With a 100% student engagement rate, our proven and research-based programs are fun, interactive, and AFFORDABLE. By listening to your specific program's needs, we are able to collaborate with you and maximize your students' success!
120 Main Street, Suite 202
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Contact: Yuval Trachtenberg - Vice President of School Partnerships
yuval@academictutoringcenters.com
847-204-0502
Afterschool for Children and Teens (ACT) Now is a diverse network of afterschool and community school providers, families, advocates, youth organizations, and policymakers from across the state. We strive to ensure that young people in Illinois have access to quality, affordable afterschool and youth development programs. Our work includes professional development support, implementing quality initiatives, and advocating for sustainable funding and policies.
101 N Wacker Drive, Floor 17
Chicago, IL 60606
Contact: Lesley Rivers
312-529-8863
Make school the happiest place to work with Alpaca. Beautiful surveys, delightful care packages, and real insights on teacher wellbeing. Everything you need to lead your school with confidence, in one simple solution.
1229 Millwork Avenue
Omaha, NE 68102
Contact: Kimberly Bailey
402-416-5460
Alpha Prime Communications has been providing communications equipment and services to businesses and governmental agencies in the greater Chicagoland area and throughout the U.S. for over 30 years. With more than 75 years of combined experience in the communications industry, we are a family-owned and managed business focused and dedicated to providing our customers with the highest level of service. We provide two way radios, solutions, systems, repairs, accessories, licensing, rentals and more!
275 Joliet Street, Suite 140
Dyer, IN 46311
Contact: Ashlee Tortorici
708-534-8030
6034 W. Courtyard Drive, Suite 300
Austin, TX 78730
Contact: Dorothy Walton
312-952-6353
549 Indian Trail Road
Antioch, IL 60002
Contact: Stephanie Seemann
sseemann@benchmarkeducation.com
(224)-778-9372
2600 S. River Road #400
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Contact: David Waldherr
847-299-2930
Capturing Kids' Hearts® is the premier source of professional development for educators nationwide. Through in-person trainings, expert coaching, and ongoing support Capturing Kids' Hearts® equips teachers, coaches, administrators, and district leaders to implement transformational processes focused on social-emotional wellbeing, relationship-driven culture, and student connectedness.
1199 Haywood Drive
College Station, TX 77845
Contact: David Lockwood
david.lockwood@capturingkidshearts.org
847-489-2797
College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, College Board was created to expand access to higher education. Today, the membership association is made up of over 6,000 of the world's leading educational institutions and is dedicated to promoting excellence and equity in education. Each year, College Board helps more than seven million students prepare for a successful transition to college through programs and services in college readiness and college success - including the SAT and the Advanced Placement Program. The organization also serves the education community through research and advocacy on behalf of students, educators and schools.
8700 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 900N
Chicago, IL 60631
Contact: Maureen LaRaviere
847-653-4527
Coming soon!
188 W. Industrial Drive, Suite 240
Elmhurst, IL 60126-1610
Contact: Marty Bennet
630-221-0392
The IPA has recently partnered with ComPsych to offer a Member Assistance Program with benefits that include confidential social-emotional support, work-life solutions, financial solutions, and other online supports. With the added stressors building leaders are managing, we at the IPA felt it necessary for our member principals, assistant principals, deans, and other administrators to have access to this valuable service. This benefit is available to you and your family members at no cost.
455 N. Cityfront Plaza Drive
Chicago, IL 60611
ECRA Group is a premier research and analytics consulting firm that helps educational leaders improve student outcomes by adopting more evidence-based practices. ECRA is an ISBE approved IL-Empower professional learning partner.
909 W. Euclid Ave., #635
Arlington Heights, IL 60006
Contact: John Gatta
847-318-0072
Edmentum, Inc. partners with K-12 educators to design, implement, and sustain learning acceleration programs for every student.
5600 West 83rd Street, Suite 300, 8200 Tower
Bloomington, MN 55437
Contact: Craig Twaddle
800-447-5286
Education Walkthrough helps K-12 instructional coaches, principals, and district leaders to observe, document, and share immediate feedback with teachers. Simply by walking into a classroom, leaders can observe their teachers, answer a few short questions and generate a PDF with all their feedback directly from their phone in less than 10 minutes. With over 15,000 completed walkthroughs, Education Walkthrough is on its way to improve teacher instruction and student learning.
1733 W. Roscoe Street
Chicago, IL 60657
Contact: Adam Russek-Sobol
937-751-7199
700 Touhy Avenue
Elk Grove Village, IL 60008
Contact: Sarah Cooney
6306948800
At Empire Photography, we specialize in providing high-quality school photography services that celebrate students’ unique personalities and milestones. From individual portraits, celebrating graduation, athletic photography, class group photos to yearbook images, we create timeless keepsakes that students, families, and schools will treasure for years to come.With a focus on professionalism and a fun, engaging approach to photography, we ensure every student feels comfortable in front of the camera. Our skilled photographers bring experience, creativity, and attention to detail, producing stunning images that capture the essence of the school experience. We offer seamless, flexible scheduling, affordable packages, and easy online ordering to make the process convenient for schools and parents alike.Whether it’s school picture day, graduation ceremonies, or other special events, Empire Photography is committed to delivering beautiful, lasting memories with exceptional service.
1911 Monroe Street
Madison, WI 53711
Contact: Molly McCann
414-418-9865
The key to a comfortable retirement starts with you! At Equitable Financial, we understand the challenges that come with retirement planning, and are committed to helping you through every stage of life. Whether you are beginning your career, changing jobs, or nearing retirement, you can count on us to help reach your savings goals.
6746 N. Frostwood Parkway
Peoria, IL 61615
Contact: Lucas Staub
309-966-0619
EvaluWise® is the single most effective digital tool for streamlining and improving the teacher evaluation process, regardless of the evaluation model you are using. This tool makes data entry as simple and easy as possible. Built from the ground up by administrators and teachers who understand the real-world demands of educators, EvaluWise® improves the accuracy, usefulness and effectiveness of all evaluation types.
2705 McDonough Street
Joliet, IL 60436-9701
Contact: Tara Ehlers
815-725-5510
Haddock Education Technologies is the premier reseller for Active Floor Anywhere Cart, Anthro, Audio Enhancement, Boxlight-Mimio, Blue Chalk Digital, Class VR, Earthwalk, FrontRow, Haven Lock, HoverCam, Lu Interactive Playgroun, MakerBot, Promethean, Recordex, TouchView and Vivitek products, professional development, service and support in Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Wyoming.
3821 N. Hillcrest Street
Bel Air, KS
Contact: Shelby Larson
573-275-1219
Horace Mann, an insurance company Founded by Educators for Educators, supports schools with teacher recognition programs, promotions, student attendance and achievement programs that reflect our commitment to educators.
1 Horace Mann Plaza
Springfield, IL 62715-0001
Contact: John Murphy
217-788-5305
Since 1986, IDEA has been recognized as a statewide, 501(c)(3), non-profit membership organization. Our goal is to inspire, connect, and provide the educational community with opportunities that transform teaching and learning through innovation. We offer our members professional development opportunities, mini-grants, scholarships, and more! Join the IDEA family for free at ideaillinois.org/join
2735 Hassert Boulevard, Suite 135 PMB 304
Naperville, IL 60564
Contact: Heather Woomer
630-628-1088
To provide educational courses for undergraduates and experienced teachers in the State of Illinois seeking to obtain a teaching endorsement in Safety and Driver Education.
721 Penn Boulevard
Lindenhurst, IL 60046
Contact: Steve Scott
847-476-3684
307 Lowden Hall
DeKalb, IL 60115
Contact: Lori Hensold
815-753-9622
The Illinois Resource Center (IRC) is the state's premier provider of technical assistance and professional development for educators of linguistically and culturally diverse learners. Our experienced practitioners combine the latest scholarship and best practices in order to deliver relevant content and meaningful experiences to the communities we serve.
2626 S. Clearbrook Drive
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Contact: Silvia Rogel
773-931-0203
The Department of Educational Administration and Foundations (EAF) empowers diverse cohorts of learners to foster real-world change as impactful leaders across education, nonprofits, nongovernmental organizations, and policy work.
Campus Box 5900
Normal, IL 61790
Contact: Lindsey Hall
309-438-1301
1755 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield, IL 60015
Contact: Samuel Nelson
800.899.ISAC (4722)
Inter-State Studio is a family-owned school photography and yearbook company that has been successfully serving schools for 90 years.
3500 Snyder Avenue, P.O. Box 1177
Sedalia, MO 65301-6871
Contact: Max Cramer
660-569-6118
ION Professional eLearning has been supporting the faculty and staff of colleges and universities, K-12 schools, and business and agency partners for over twenty-five years. ION offers a variety of courses, and certificates aimed at improving online teaching and learning, digital accessibility standards, open educational resources, effective teaching in the traditional classroom, and more. ION's Master Online Teacher (MOT) courses are eligible for professional learning credit through ISBE and graduate credit through the University of Illinois Springfield. ION is open to other course suggestions if there is a need. See more at uis.edu/ion or email ion@uis.edu for more information. Ask about our special pricing for K-12 schools!
15 S Old State Capital Plaza
Springfield, IL 62701
Contact: Russ Stoup
217-206-8645
As The Most Trusted Partner in Celebrating Moments That Matter, the essence of our mission is conveyed with three simple words: Capture. Celebrate. Inspire. It’s all about recognizing life’s most important moments, and inspiring the creation and celebration of even more. Commemorating milestones takes many forms. Whether it’s the custom graduation announcements that spread the news to loved ones far and wide, that perfectly-framed diploma radiating with pride, or the tassel hanging from your rearview mirror, we honor the stories written by you. These are your moments that matter.
122 W. Walnut Street
Chatham, IL 62704-7100
Contact: Todd Lawrence
217-483-8989
School photography
650 W. Grand Avenue, Suite 304
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Contact: Joshua Williams
248-331-3674
Moss is a midwestern regional education company that specializes in working with secondary and post-secondary education partners to increase their CTE/STEM programs. We do that by representing the best curriculum, hands-on systems, certifications, and education services companies in the business. We also have a close relationship with local, national, and global industry partners that help us to know what is needed for the skilled positions we are preparing for.
5408 NW 88th Street
Johnston, IA 50131
Contact: Brian Wagaman
812-787-0214
PO Box 7075
Westchester, IL 60154
Contact: Sheilah Wasielewski
708-579-9055
OneRoom designs, implements, and integrates collaborative learning environments for all learning levels with video conferencing technology solutions to bring districts closer together to encourage teacher, course, and resource sharing across districts.
2055 W. Iles Avenue Suite A
Springfield, IL 62704
Contact: Courtnie Mullen
708-341-8530
Play & Park Structures provides quality playground equipment and was the first to offer an Outdoor Creative Play & Learning system that brings standards-based activities to the playground and outdoor environments to support children's physical and mental development.
3602 -37th Avenue
Moline, IL 61265
Contact: Patrick Puebla
309-339-0536
Presentation Solutions, Inc. was founded in 1990 and has an “A+” rating with the Better Business Bureau. We work almost exclusively with schools and have tailored our systems to fit perfectly into the K-12 market. Our products include the ColorPro Ultra Family of Poster Makers, the CoolLam 25” non-heat and non-electric laminator, and the Recognizer Ultra Cutout, Sign, Award and Recognition System.
PO Box 159
Buckner, KY 40010
Contact: Janet Sanford
janet@presentationsolutions.com
800-280-7809
1194 W. Flint Meadow Drive
Kaysville, UT 84037
Contact: Lisa Bufka
lisa.bufka@readinghorizons.com
1-801-295-7054
For over 25 years, School Life has been dedicated to the overall betterment of today’s youth all across North America. A company built by educators for educators, we are the home of Brag Tags® and specialize in fully customizable rewards, incentives, swag and school solutions.
17021 Seven Pines Drive
Spring, TX 77379
Contact: Ross Braun
765-625-0269
Securly is the only student safety and wellness platform purpose-built for K-12. By providing school web filtering, student wellness monitoring, classroom management, parent engagement, digital hall pass, and edtech support solutions, Securly gives district and school leaders, student safety and wellness teams, and IT staff the tools and insights they need to achieve better student outcomes and make the most efficient use of their resources.
5600 77 Center Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217
Contact: Kathryn Kinser
704-779-9346
The College of Education at the University of St. Francis has been educating teachers since 1925 and remains committed to providing engaging and high-quality programs designed to meet the ever-changing role of today’s educators.
500 Wilcox Street
Joliet, IL 60435-6169
Contact: Melissa Rolinitis
815-740-3699
At Van Andel Institute for Education (VAI Education), our mission is to prepare and inspire the next generation of scientists and problem solvers by creating classrooms where curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking thrive. We serve both families and educators, providing them with resources and experiences that transform teaching and learning.
216 Division Ave N
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Contact: Matthew Deal
616-234-5528
As the largest manufacturer of educational furniture in the United States, Virco Inc., is committed to providing the best selection of classroom, training and hospitality furniture for the education market. Virco employs over 600 people in our two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities located in Torrance, CA, and Conway, AR. As a company, Virco is dedicated to outstanding sales support, product training, space planning and promotional literature.
2027 Harpers Way
Torrance, CA 90501
Contact: Brian Kirkwood
800-448-4726
Wagner Portrait Group believes in quality and quantity; we provide a wide range of services all which are professionally photographed to the highest standard ensuring you great pictures and lasting memories. We provide premium retouching which means we understand each picture is unique, and we don't just apply the same teeth whitening or skin smoothing filter to 1000 pictures and call it done. We take the time and effort to assess each picture individually and retouch it to your specifications.
11440 Olive Boulevard, Suite 200
St. Louis, MO
Contact: Chip Wagner
cwagner@wagnerportraitgroup.com
3144968283
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Platinum Sponsors
6034 W. Courtyard Drive, Suite 300
Austin, TX 78730
Contact: Dorothy Walton
312-952-6353
Books Are Fun is bridging the literacy gap and building our student's home libraries with Book Blast. We are inspiring more lifelong readers by putting at least one new, popular book in the hands of every student at your school. It's our mission and our guarantee. Books Are Fun has been committed to bringing the hottest books to adults and children across the United States for nearly 30 years.
Contact: Tate Behning
ECRA Group is a premier research and analytics consulting firm that helps educational leaders improve student outcomes by adopting more evidence-based practices. ECRA is an ISBE approved IL-Empower professional learning partner.
909 W. Euclid Ave., #635
Arlington Heights, IL 60006
Contact: John Gatta
847-318-0072
Horace Mann, an insurance company Founded by Educators for Educators, supports schools with teacher recognition programs, promotions, student attendance and achievement programs that reflect our commitment to educators.
1 Horace Mann Plaza
Springfield, IL 62715-0001
Contact: John Murphy
217-788-5305
2940 Baker Drive, Springfield, IL 62703
Springfield, IL 62703
Contact: Sydnee Sturdivant
sydnee.sturdivant@ilprincipals.org
2173219573
Gold Sponsors
College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, College Board was created to expand access to higher education. Today, the membership association is made up of over 6,000 of the world's leading educational institutions and is dedicated to promoting excellence and equity in education. Each year, College Board helps more than seven million students prepare for a successful transition to college through programs and services in college readiness and college success - including the SAT and the Advanced Placement Program. The organization also serves the education community through research and advocacy on behalf of students, educators and schools.
8700 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 900N
Chicago, IL 60631
Contact: Maureen LaRaviere
847-653-4527
School photography
650 W. Grand Avenue, Suite 304
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Contact: Joshua Williams
248-331-3674
As the largest manufacturer of educational furniture in the United States, Virco Inc., is committed to providing the best selection of classroom, training and hospitality furniture for the education market. Virco employs over 600 people in our two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities located in Torrance, CA, and Conway, AR. As a company, Virco is dedicated to outstanding sales support, product training, space planning and promotional literature.
2027 Harpers Way
Torrance, CA 90501
Contact: Brian Kirkwood
800-448-4726
Bronze Sponsors
700 Touhy Avenue
Elk Grove Village, IL 60008
Contact: Sarah Cooney
6306948800
The key to a comfortable retirement starts with you! At Equitable Financial, we understand the challenges that come with retirement planning, and are committed to helping you through every stage of life. Whether you are beginning your career, changing jobs, or nearing retirement, you can count on us to help reach your savings goals.
6746 N. Frostwood Parkway
Peoria, IL 61615
Contact: Lucas Staub
309-966-0619
A preeminent education law firm representing public schools throughout Illinois. Guin Mundorf, LLC, represents its education clients in a wide variety of areas, including employment and personnel matters, collective bargaining, open meetings and records, purchasing and contracting, policy development, student rights, FERPA, employee benefits, including HIPAA, vocational education, school finance, election law, tort claims, insurance law, real estate and special education,
The attorneys in our Collinsville office are uniquely positioned to provide quality and cost effective legal services to education clients in Illinois.
310 Regency Center
Collinsville, IL 62234-4638
Contact: Barney Mundorf
IASPA's Mission: We support the human resource professionals who support our schools. Our goal is to connect human resource leaders committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, professional staff.
1770 S. Randall Road, Suite A #104
Geneva, IL 60134
Since 1986, IDEA has been recognized as a statewide, 501(c)(3), non-profit membership organization. Our goal is to inspire, connect, and provide the educational community with opportunities that transform teaching and learning through innovation. We offer our members professional development opportunities, mini-grants, scholarships, and more! Join the IDEA family for free at ideaillinois.org/join
2735 Hassert Boulevard, Suite 135 PMB 304
Naperville, IL 60564
Contact: Heather Woomer
630-628-1088
The Illinois Resource Center (IRC) is the state's premier provider of technical assistance and professional development for educators of linguistically and culturally diverse learners. Our experienced practitioners combine the latest scholarship and best practices in order to deliver relevant content and meaningful experiences to the communities we serve.
2626 S. Clearbrook Drive
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Contact: Silvia Rogel
773-931-0203
As The Most Trusted Partner in Celebrating Moments That Matter, the essence of our mission is conveyed with three simple words: Capture. Celebrate. Inspire. It’s all about recognizing life’s most important moments, and inspiring the creation and celebration of even more. Commemorating milestones takes many forms. Whether it’s the custom graduation announcements that spread the news to loved ones far and wide, that perfectly-framed diploma radiating with pride, or the tassel hanging from your rearview mirror, we honor the stories written by you. These are your moments that matter.
122 W. Walnut Street
Chatham, IL 62704-7100
Contact: Todd Lawrence
217-483-8989
Kings Financial Consulting, Inc. is an independent fiduciary advisor who provides schools in Illinois with bond financing.
2037 Shady Rest Road
Monticello, IL 61856
Contact: Kendall King, CPA
217-762-4578
Stifel is the leading underwriter of school bonds in Illinois and assists school districts in solving funding needs for capital projects from small to multi-millions of dollars.
501 N. Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102-2131
Contact: Anne Noble
314-342-8488