Beyond Support

Connecting Schools to Expert Talent & Operational Excellence

Lean on Me Live, LLC provides comprehensive administrative, project management, and digital marketing, plus exclusive access to a curated network of educational keynote speakers and consultants, all delivered with non-instructional expertise.

Digital Marketing &
Community-Building Support

Strategic Social Media Management

We help schools build and manage their online presence on key platforms to foster positive community engagement and share success stories.

Content Creation

We develop engaging content, including blog posts, newsletters, and email campaigns, to keep your school community informed and connected.

Website Updates & Maintenance

We ensure your school's website is up-to-date, accurate, and reflects a professional image.

Community Engagement Initiatives

We help design and implement digital strategies to strengthen relationships with parents, students, and the wider community.

Meet Our Specialists

Jessica Kennison

Executive Director

Stephanie Henderson

Operations and Systems Management

Jennifer Bernardini

Ghostwriter, Editor, and Educator

Cindy O’Kane

Digital Marketing Specialist, Certified in Google Ads & Analytics, Educator

Charlene de Guzman

YouTube SEO Strategist and Video Editor

Our Comprehensive Support Solutions

Leverage our exclusive, curated network of high-quality educational keynote speakers and specialized consultants to enrich your professional development, workshops, and strategic initiatives. We facilitate direct connections to thought leaders tailored to your specific needs.

Access to vetted educational keynote speakers

Connection with specialized consultants for targeted projects

Facilitated introductions and initial coordination

Support for arranging speaker engagements and consultant projects

Enriching professional development opportunities

Hybrid masterclasses for educators and workforce development

Your Strategic Partner for Impact & Excellence

Exclusive Educational Network

Gain unparalleled access to a curated roster of high-quality educational keynote speakers and consultants, saving you time and ensuring top-tier expertise.

Integrated Solutions

Combine operational efficiency with access to leading educational talent, all from one trusted, WBE-certified partner.

Mission-Aligned Expertise

Our team not only understands operational needs but also recognizes the unique context of educational environments, providing relevant support and connections.

Partnership & Featured Professionals

At Lean on Me Live, we believe in connecting schools with the expertise they need to thrive. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Within Our Ranks (WOR) — a dynamic network of keynote speakers and consultant professionals dedicated to helping educators elevate leadership, culture, and student success.

Through our collaboration with WOR, we serve as a strategic resource for schools, offering access to high-caliber professional development and consulting services that address real-world challenges in education. Whether it’s inspiring your staff, strengthening leadership skills, or improving school climate, our network delivers results that last.

Featured Professionals

Steve Bollar

CEO of Within Our Ranks

Steve works with forward thinking organizations to generate new ideas, improve culture & climate, and maximize leadership.

Steve Bollar, a.k.a. Stand Tall Steve, is an educational thought leader, former Superintendent of Schools, principal, author and a school culture and motivation expert.  He is known for his quick wit, creative thought, and humorous personality.  

Steve has been identified as one of the Top 30 Global Gurus In Education. He is the author of the leadership book Stand Tall Leadership, school culture book Just Do This… and is a co-author of the book series 10-Minute Classroom Starters. 

Steve openly shares his knowledge, experiences and creativity with others. He currently speaks to students, staff and communities throughout the world about how to think differently about schools, education, and life. 

Featured Professionals

Steve Bollar

CEO of Within Our Ranks

Steve works with forward thinking organizations to generate new ideas, improve culture & climate, and maximize leadership.

Steve Bollar, a.k.a. Stand Tall Steve, is an educational thought leader, former Superintendent of Schools, principal, author and a school culture and motivation expert.  He is known for his quick wit, creative thought, and humorous personality.  

Steve has been identified as one of the Top 30 Global Gurus In Education. He is the author of the leadership book Stand Tall Leadership, school culture book Just Do This… and is a co-author of the book series 10-Minute Classroom Starters. 

Steve openly shares his knowledge, experiences and creativity with others. He currently speaks to students, staff and communities throughout the world about how to think differently about schools, education, and life. 

Kevin Fleming

CEO of Catapult

Scholar, author, TEDx and global keynote speaker, and philomath. He is a lover of life, bacon, dad jokes, and the counter-narrative.

Dr. Kevin J Fleming is Founder & CEO of Catapult, the producer of multiple viral animation videos including Success in the New Economy, and author of the bestseller, (Re)Defining the Goal, He is a passionate advocate for ensuring all students enter the labor market with clarity, confidence, and a competitive advantage.
 
As the Founder & CEO of Catapult, he is redefining professional development through dynamic masterclasses curated for K-16 institutions. As Innovation & Strategic Development Consultant for the Los Angeles Regional Consortium, he supports CTE & workforce development with 19 community colleges in the 17th largest economy in the world. Dr. Fleming previously served as a college Vice President and as Dean of Instruction, Career & Technical Education at Norco College. Prior, he analyzed industry trends and labor market research through the Centers of Excellence for the California Community College system; the largest public education system in America. He has founded six private-sector companies in different service sectors, plus the National Center for Supply Chain Automation funded by the National Science Foundation (Washington DC).

Unlock Expert Insights

Our Curated Educational Network

Through our extensive relationships, we connect you with leading voices and experts in areas such as:

Curriculum
Innovation

Learning
Strategies

Leadership Development

EdTech
Integration

Community Partnerships

Let us help you find the perfect match for your next professional development event or strategic planning session.

Testimonial

I am writing to you on behalf of ETIO to express our unequivocal support and recommendation for Lean on Me Live, with whom we have had the pleasure of working closely for the past two years. During this time, Lean on Me Live has been an indispensable partner, providing unparalleled administrative support to many of our School Support Partners (SSPs) and significantly contributing to the success of our contract with the New York State Department of Education.

Lean on Me Live’s meticulous attention to detail and swift processing capabilities have ensured that our SSP contractors are remunerated in a timely and accurate manner. Moreover, the SSP contractors provided by Lean on Me Live have delivered invaluable consulting services to numerous schools within our contracting framework. Their expertise has not only elevated the quality of educational support but has also led to measurable improvements in school performance metrics.

In conclusion, it is with great respect that I recommend Lean on Me Live for any future endeavors. Their contribution to the success of our partnership with the NYS Department of Education has been invaluable, and I firmly believe that their services would be an asset to any organization seeking excellence and reliability. I look forward to working with them as a MWBE partner in the future.

Jo Cheadle
Business Director