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FocalPoint Welcomes Maria D’Brot as Vice President of Design and Innovation

FocalPoint Education is thrilled to announce the addition of Maria D’Brot to our leadership team as Vice President of Design and Innovation. Maria brings a wealth of experience, expertise, and a proven track record of leadership in the field of educational accountability, assessment, and measurement. With a background in research, evaluation, and educational administration, her strategic vision and collaborative approach will be invaluable as we continue to develop cutting-edge designs, innovations, and AI solutions in assessment, reporting analytics, and data visualizations in support of education and learning.

At FocalPoint, we believe in harnessing the power of technology to transform education, and Maria's appointment reinforces our commitment to this vision. With her leadership, we are poised to further enhance our suite of innovative tools, including AssessCloud, LENS, LearningTree, and Backpack, to drive assessment, student engagement, personalized learning, and academic success.

VP, Design & Innovation

Join us in welcoming Maria Kay D’Brot (Cammack) to the FocalPoint family. Together, we are shaping the future of education and empowering educators and learners alike.

About FocalPoint Education:

FocalPoint Education is a leading educational technology firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, specializing in AI solutions for educational organizations. Since 2013, we have been at the forefront of innovation, empowering educators and learners worldwide with our suite of cutting-edge tools. Our mission is to revolutionize the educational landscape through advanced analytics, seamless integration, and transformative technology.

At FocalPoint, we envision a world where education is seamlessly measured and managed, where every student receives personalized support, and every educator has the tools to inspire. Through our innovative solutions, we're not just measuring and managing education; we're transforming it for a brighter, more informed future.

Why FocalPoint?

  • Precision Measurement: Streamline the educational journey with targeted assessments and actionable insights.

  • Insightful Management: Unify disparate data sources into a comprehensive dashboard, offering a clear view of student achievements and areas for improvement. Enables strategic, data-driven decisions and supports effective, timely interventions for enhanced learning outcomes.

  • Personalized Learning: Customized educational pathways ensure learners only engage with the content they need, enhancing understanding and retention.

  • Blockchain Credentials: Gamify achievements, providing learners with shareable, tamper-proof credentials that open doors to future opportunities.

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FocalPoint Education Welcomes Dr. Stephen Murphy as Chief Operating Officer

ATLANTA (March 04, 2024) - FocalPoint Education proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Stephen Murphy as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), reinforcing its commitment to leveraging cutting-edge AI technology in educational assessments. With over two decades of leadership and industry experience in the assessment and educational sphere, Dr. Murphy brings unparalleled expertise to drive innovation and operational excellence at FocalPoint.

Dr. Murphy holds a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Oklahoma and has received executive education from Harvard in Finance for Senior Executives, Authentic Leader Development, Disruptive Innovation, and Strategy, earning a Certificate of Management Excellence from Harvard. His extensive background includes collaboration with federal, state, and local governing bodies, legislative bodies, and contributions to national conferences and publications.

Stephen Murphy

Chief Operating Officer

FocalPointK12, Inc.

At FocalPoint, we've been at the forefront of educational technology since 2013, empowering educators and learners worldwide through our suite of innovative tools. Our flagship product, FocalPoint AssessCloud, epitomizes our dedication to innovation. With a cloud-native platform boasting over a million items and 28 tech-enhanced question types, AssessCloud offers a comprehensive testing experience. Powered by xAPI and Learning Record Store (LRS), AssessCloud provides comprehensive data analytics for adaptive assessments.

Kiran Athota, CEO of FocalPoint Education, underscores the significance of Dr. Stephen Murphy's appointment as Chief Operating Officer (COO), emphasizing FocalPoint's dedication to advancing AI-powered innovation in educational assessments. Dr. Murphy's extensive leadership and industry experience align perfectly with FocalPoint's mission to revolutionize assessment methodologies.

Athota highlighted the recent achievements of FocalPoint, noting the successful securing of major assessment delivery and reporting contracts from prestigious institutions such as DODEA, Vermont DOE, and Arizona DOE. These partnerships underscore FocalPoint's expanding influence in shaping the future of education through cutting-edge assessment solutions.

For more information about FocalPoint Education and its innovative solutions, visit www.focalpoint.education.

ABOUT FOCALPOINT EDUCATION

FocalPointK12, Inc. is an Atlanta-based educational technology firm offering cutting-edge AI solutions for educational organizations. Our platform includes AssessCloud for comprehensive assessments, LENS for advanced learning analytics, LearningTree for personalized learning experiences, and Backpack for blockchain-enabled credentialing. We drive student engagement and personalized learning through advanced analytics, seamless integration, and innovative technology.

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