Growing Leaders from Within with Kelsey Brenn
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How do you scale culture without losing what makes it special?
As Chief People Officer at St. Augustine Preparatory Academy, Kelsey shares how she went from managing spreadsheets to shaping culture across a fast-growing, mission-driven school system.
This episode dives into how Aug Prep builds leaders from within, prioritizes people-first strategy, and keeps values like courage and love at the center of everything. From hiring with intention to scaling across campuses, Kelsey offers real-world insight for anyone leading in a high-growth, purpose-filled environment. ❤️
And Aug Prep is hiring! The school is adding nearly 50 new roles, with hiring kicking off in late November. Go take a tour! Members of our team recently did a hard hat tour and loved the experience. Meet Kelsey and her team and see what it means to be part of something truly special. 🚧👋
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Key Takeaways:
- Strategy must be shared, visible, and revisited regularly.
- Hire for culture fit, coach for skill gaps.
- Internal pipelines build sustainable leadership.
- Communication drives culture and connection.
- Courageous decisions often lead to growth.
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