Tamara Springs

Tamara Springs graduated with a B.S. in Elementary Education from Langston University and earned an M.Ed. in Educational Administration from Wichita State University. Additionally, she obtained post-graduate certification in District-Level Leadership from Wichita State University.

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With a career spanning over 25 years, Tamara has excelled in leading and nurturing teams in public education, higher education, and the nonprofit sector. She has held various positions such as Classroom Teacher, Principal, Assistant Superintendent, Adjunct Professor of Leadership, and Executive Director. Transitioning to an independent consultant role, she undertook diverse contract assignments, including coaching school leadership teams, evaluating educational curricula, and conducting program audits.

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In 2017, Tamara collaborated with Gideon’s Promise, a nonprofit organization in Atlanta, to implement audit enhancements. After her release from prison in 2020, she rejoined Gideon’s Promise as Program Director and later served as Interim Chief Operating Officer. Presently, she serves as Training Manager at the Center for Employment Opportunities.

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Selected for Just Leadership USA (JLUSA): Leading With Conviction -** Cohort 10** in Fall 2023, Tamara’s wealth of experiences reflects her dedication to leadership development, social impact initiatives, and human welfare.

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Outside of work, Tamara's interests include horses, reading, board games, thrifting, family time, and exploring new dining experiences as a self-proclaimed “foodie.” She is bilingual and revels in Spanish culture during her travels.

A native of Wichita, KS,  Tamara resides just outside of Atlanta, GA, with her husband.  Together, they are the proud parents to four adult children and four grandchildren.