Michelle Jarney

Michelle Jarney serves as the Executive Director, Learning and Strategy for The Leadership Academy. In that capacity, she helps lead internal capacity-building efforts, ensuring organizational sustainability and growth. As one of the designers of The Leadership Academy’s signature coaching model, Michelle coaches individual leaders and supports clients seeking to develop in-house expertise in leadership coaching. Additionally, she brings her extensive experience as a curriculum designer, facilitator, and consultant to a range of leadership development initiatives in districts throughout the country. Prior to her work with The Leadership Academy, Michelle was the Director of Education for the Union Square Partnership, where she developed an award-winning, public-private partnership that leveraged the resources of the private sector to support New York City public school students through innovative enrichment programs and career readiness opportunities. Michelle holds an MA from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a BA from Union College. Having reveled in games and puzzles as a child, Michelle continues to take great (perhaps excessive) pride in her ability to complete the New York Times Sunday crossword puzzle.