The Seven Outs: Strategic Planning Made Easy for Charter Schools
Brian L. Carpenter is CEO of the National Charter Schools Institute in Mount Pleasant Michigan where he leads a team of professionals nationally known and recognized for the quality of their work and their familiarity with the distinct issues facing charter schools. As one of those experts, Brian regularly speaks at conferences and provides consultation and training to individual charter schools, state associations, and management organizations across the country.In addition to numerous commentaries, articles, and monographs, Brian is the author of Charter School Board University, a widely acclaimed book on charter school governance. His newest book, The Seven Outs: Strategic Planning Made Easy for Charter Schools, was released in late September, 2008.Brians leadership experience spans three decades, having joined the U.S. Marine Corp in 1977. Following seven years of active duty, Brian embarked on a career in the education sector that has included varied positions including community college instructor and counselor, Christian school superintendent, educational consultant, and charter school board member.Brian L. Carpenter received his Ph.D. from Capella University in September, 2008.