#46 Data-Driven Decision Making with James Cryan, Founder of Willow Education, Former CEO of Rocky Mountain Prep

What happens when a charter school leader takes a hard look at the data—and doesn’t look away? In this episode, The Charter School Insider Podcast host Daniel Casselli welcomes James Cryan, founder of Willow Education and former CEO of Rocky Mountain Prep, for a deeply reflective conversation on the power (and pitfalls) of data-driven leadership. From jaw-dropping statistics about post-secondary outcomes to the tough calls that come with mission-driven leadership, James opens up about what it takes to move beyond surface-level metrics and drive meaningful, lasting change for students. You’ll hear why 100% college acceptance may not be the win you think it is, how to connect KPIs with real student stories, and why having “bathroom goals” might just revolutionize your school culture. If you’re a charter school executive grappling with how to make data work for you (instead of overwhelming you), this episode is your playbook. Interested in sponsorship? Reach out to us at [email protected]