Wantrepreneur to Entrepreneur | Start and Grow Your Own Business 1068: TECH meets EDUCATION meets PURPOSE through entrepreneurship (and transforming classroom placement) w/ Mike Cronley
Former third-grade teacher turned entrepreneur, Mike Cronley, is reshaping the educational landscape with Class Composer, a groundbreaking solution for classroom placement. Discover how a chance encounter in the teacher's lounge led Mike to develop a tool that replaces outdated paper-based methods with a software solution that prioritizes balance and equity in classrooms. Mike's authentic journey from educator to innovator underscores the power of mission-driven entrepreneurship in transforming education for the better.
Embark on a journey with us as we explore how entrepreneurship can catalyze meaningful change within the education sector. Learn how stepping outside conventional structures allows for innovative solutions like Class Composer to emerge, simplifying processes and fostering equitable learning environments. Hear from Mike as he shares insights on overcoming resistance and the value of supportive leadership in embracing fresh approaches to long-standing challenges.
In an industry brimming with potential, Mike's story highlights the delicate balance between mission-driven goals and business realities. We delve into the art of navigating the education market, emphasizing the importance of staying true to one's mission amidst evolving technological landscapes, including the integration of AI. Join us for a compelling conversation about the transformative power of entrepreneurship and the enduring quest for educational equity.
ABOUT MIKE
In his 12 years teaching third grade near Denver, Colorado, Mike Cronley shared the frustrations of many colleagues enduring inequitable classes – for example, classes having an imbalance of low readers or students with challenging behavior. These imbalances weren’t surprising, given the student placement process was done with pink and blue paper cards. Mike, who received his B.S. in Psychology from the Ohio State University and an elementary teaching certificate from the University of Colorado Denver, is no longer in the classroom, but is an educator at heart who loves making a positive impact on the lives of teachers and students.
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