Suzan Brandt is a visionary leader in educational technology, currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer for Mountain Brook Schools near Birmingham, Alabama. With a career spanning over three decades, Suzan has consistently bridged the gap between technological innovation and classroom execution. Her excellence in the field has earned her prestigious accolades, including being named a 2026 EdTech Digest Top 100 Influencer and receiving the 2023 Innovative Technology Director Award from Tech & Learning. Suzan’s professional journey began in 1994 with Hoover City Schools, evolving from a classroom teacher in special education, language arts, and math into an Instructional Technology Specialist. This foundational experience informs her "people-first" leadership style, emphasizing digital equity and data analytics to improve student outcomes. A dedicated advocate for student voice, Suzan organizes TEDxYouth@MBJH and co-organizes the MBJH TED-Ed Club. Her academic background is equally robust, holding degrees from Auburn University, UAB, and an Ed.S. in Educational Technology from Lesley University. As a sought-after speaker, she frequently shares her expertise at national conferences like ISTE, FETC, and TCEA. Recognized by EdTech Magazine as a premier K-12 influencer, Suzan remains committed to empowering the next generation through purposeful digital transformation.