I admire and appreciate Ian’s leadership and mentorship. He’s one of the reasons why I am currently a school principal and doctoral student…he saw something greater in me than I saw for myself.
Working with Ian put my career on a trajectory that took me from a first-year teacher to an assistant principal and now to a head principal…and I can’t put a price on what he’s taught me. Ian’s mentorship helped me both philosophically and practically; his focus on leadership always forced me to see the big picture, but his past experiences in school and district leadership positions also provided the practical and hands-on advice to take on specific challenges in my context.
I can honestly say I wouldn’t have made the strides I have today without Ian’s coaching. The wisdom and guidance he’s provided to me has forever shaped the way I approach the young people I serve and educational professionals I work with. Ian always keeps me grounded in knowing the work of education is the work of transforming lives and creating hope for the future.
“Dr. Ian Buchanan, CEO, and founder of Nia Education Group possesses all of these necessary qualities to mentor leaders to their greatest selves. I’ve had the distinct pleasure of being both a mentee and a teammate of Ian. His executive coaching acumen is unparalleled. While collaborating with the Nia Education Group, you will engage in a personalized experience that will push you to the next level of leadership.”
“Conversations with Ian have helped me to understand my role in education, especially in the urban sector where I have spent 90% of my career. As a “Black Man” in education, the game and expectations are different for us. With his help and others, I have learned to become a more reflective teacher, leader, man, and all-around person. Thank you brother, I appreciate you!”
“… Ian is a very forward thinking person who has proven to be committed to helping colleagues strive to be the best version of themselves.”
“Dr. Ian Buchanan has been a mentor and role model for me since 2015. Under his leadership, I developed a powerful skill set that I have been able to leverage for a successful career as a consultant.”
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