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Results & Recognition

National stages, media features, and, most importantly, leaders and programs that rose because the right people were connected to the right strategies.

In her words

“Leading and connecting people and programs to create equity and access for kids and teachers all over the world is my most memorable work.”

Cari Warnock, M.Ed. — Founder, CBW K12 Advisors

30+

Years in K–12 & EdTech

Dozens

National Conference Stages

1000s

Educators & Leaders Reached

25

States of Reach

On stage

In the Room, Leading the Conversation

Presenting on responsible AI, EdTech strategy, and grants to school and district leaders.

SPEAKING & MEDIA

Where Cari's Work Shows Up

Recorded sessions, conference features, and press for tech companies, schools, and leaders.

ISTELive

Generative AI, VR & Virtual Tutors

Presented at the Orange County Convention Center, with coverage in EdTech Magazine on district leadership and balancing EdTech tools with core classroom skills.

NREA

How K–12 Small Schools Turn Grant Wins Into Audit-Ready Outcomes

Practical strategies for post-award grant tracking, compliance, and managing KPIs for district leaders.

NCSC

Featured Speaker — National Charter Schools Conference

Featured on AI, EdTech, grant administration, and scaling small schools.

SUFS

Stand Up For Students — Grants, AI & STEM Workshops

Leading workshops for micro and growing schools on grants, responsible AI, and STEM.

FAMIS

Moving from the Digital Divide to Digital Inclusion

Presented alongside Dell Education Strategists on closing access gaps for every learner.

Press

EdTech Magazine (K–12) Contributor

Featured author on district leadership, technology implementation, and responsible EdTech. Read the Features →

Press

Microsoft Customer Story — DeKalb County School District

Featured in Microsoft’s K–12 customer story on technology and district impact. Read the story →

Press

Published Articles & Features

A running collection of Cari’s articles and press mentions. See the articles →

Video

Rural Education, Leadership & Innovation

A featured conversation on rural education and innovation. Watch on LinkedIn →

One in Five Kids Goes to a Rural School

Spotlighting why rural schools matter and how to support them. Read the post →

LISTEN

Podcast Appearances

Charter School InsiderLessons from the Nation’s Top Charter School Operators

Cari joins the conversation on scaling schools, EdTech strategy, and turning resources into results.

The Rural ScoopInterviewed by Dr. Melissa Sadorf, CEO of NREA

From a family ranch to leading multimillion-dollar education projects, Cari shares how grit, authenticity, and community shape her leadership, with practical advice on grant writing, AI integration, and empowering women in STEM.

Kind words

What Partners Say

Her RASKVAS framework gave us a roadmap for grants our board could implement immediately. She is polished and clearly an expert, but easy to talk to. I am forever grateful for her support.

Andrea Thoermer

Founder & Director, Summit Cooperative, Inc.

The session about grants was my favorite and I booked a meeting right away with Cari. I am stretching my micro school and she provided some great ideas for grants.

School Founder

Stand Up For Students (SUFS), 2026

Cari brings a great deal of knowledge and experience to the table. She got up to speed very quickly and hit the ground running. She has been a tremendous help.

Megan

CTO, Charter Management Organization

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