Dr. Manboard, our Executive Director of Employee Experience and Performance, brings extensive expertise to her role, with a diverse background spanning both Human Resources and School Leadership. Prior to this position, she served as a Georgia Department of Education (GADOE) School Improvement Specialist, accumulating over 20 years of distinguished experience as a school and district leader. Dr. Manboard’s career also includes a recent role as Director of Employee Relations, complemented by a robust 12-year track record in performance standards. Notably, she served as a turnaround principal at a high-needs school for five years, driving significant improvements. Additionally, she held the position of Program Director for the Division of Schools, where she provided critical support to K-12 administrators in the implementation and monitoring of school improvement plans.

Dr. Manboard holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, a Master’s in Teacher Leadership, and a Doctor of Education degree. Her commitment to professional development is demonstrated by her recent certification as a Professional in Human Capital Leadership in Education (pHCLE), reflecting her comprehensive knowledge in Human Resources. Her top five Gallup Strengths—Individualization, Strategic, Achiever, Developer, and Connectedness—further exemplify the unique strengths and leadership qualities she brings to our organization.