Dr. Stacie Stanley is the co-author of "Leading while Female: A Culturally Proficient Response for Gender Equity." She is a fierce advocate for ensuring women are positioned to move into executive leadership roles – including a focus on women of color. Stacie serves as the superintendent of Edina Public Schools, and has served in a variety of education roles including math teacher, school principal, director of curriculum, assessment & instruction and associate superintendent. She earned a doctorate degree from Bethel University. She enjoys spending time with her husband and grandchildren.