Episode 245: Leading with Purpose through Empowerment
Laura and Matt GrundlerSarah Ackermann and Gino Molfino
What does it mean to “Lead with Purpose” exactly? In this episode, the Creativity Department and NAEA’s Supervision & Administration Division leadership team aim to help educators navigate that question! Listen in as they reflect on the 2026 webinar series about purpose-driven leadership in art education. Sarah Ackermann and Gino Molfino share practical insights from their work across the complex art education ecosystem. From supporting teachers and students to working with district policymakers and school boards, they discuss the daily leadership practices that keep them grounded in purpose while driving change that nurtures art education advocacy and strengthens programs.
