EVERY DAY!" Child advocate with a track record of promoting policies and laws that improve educational equity and access for ALL children. The product of public school himself, Chris has spent more than two decades in the field as an English teacher, newspaper and yearbook advisor, cheerleading coach, assistant principal, and principal. He has served as a district-level Title I administrator,
he has coordinating millions of dollars in Title I budgets and Schoolwide plans, ensuring that every student, especially those underprivileged, has access to a high-quality education. He currently serves as the Chief Advocacy Officer for Team Canter, Inc., where he leads strategic initiatives to support families navigating special education and related services, champions equitable access to resources, and builds partnerships with community stakeholders to advance inclusive education policy. Chris's financial acumen and unwavering commitment to excellence are driving forces in his advocacy work for every child, every family, and every school, every day. With Chris in their corner, families, students, and educators alike can be confident that they have a champion fighting for them. A lifelong learner, Chris has earned two Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) degrees, concentrating in Educational Leadership at Georgia State University and Educational Psychology of Gifted and Creative Education at The University of Georgia. A career-switcher, Chris began his professional journey into public education in 2005 after graduating from Concordia University, Portland, with a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT). A lover of all things journalistic, Chris received a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Georgia State University, where he double-majored in Mass Communication and Public Relations. After earning his undergraduate degree, Chris initially spent five-year career as a television news reporter and anchor for various TV and radio stations. Because his broadcast role included dedicated service hours to an organization of his choice, Chris became a volunteer cheerleading coach at the local high school. After a few weeks with the athletes, Chris had found his life’s passion, and his journey as an educator took off. With a passion for serving the community, Chris is highly active as a volunteer, advocate, and leader in Broward County. He has served as a local PTA president and treasurer, and as the Vice President of Leadership for the Broward County Council PTA/PTSA (2022 -2024). He sits on several Broward School Board committees, including the Facilities Task Force and the District Advisory Council. Chris ensures equitable voice to local issues in education as the chair of the City of Hollywood’s Education Advisory Committee. He is also an active member of the City of Hollywood's General Obligation Bond Oversight Advisory Committee and Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, where he advocates for responsible development and housing equity. Chris plays a vital role in Democratic Party leadership at both the county and state levels. He serves as the State Committeeman representing Broward County within the Florida Democratic Party and as Vice Chair for Congressional District 25, where he helps shape statewide strategy and supports Democratic candidates across the region. Locally, Chris is an Area Leader and Precinct V025 Committeeman for the Broward Democratic Party, actively organizing grassroots efforts, voter outreach, and community engagement initiatives. His work reflects a deep commitment to strengthening Democratic infrastructure and amplifying the voices of educators, families, and underserved communities in the political process. Chris coached cheerleading for his daughter's youth recreational team through Optimist International. He is a minister and member of The Pentecostals church. Chris and his wife reside in Hollywood (Florida) with their two children. Their ten-year-old daughter is a proud Broward County Public Schools 5th grader, and their son will join her when he starts Kindergarten in August 2027. Chris is a member of Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity and an active Rotarian, serving through his local club, The Rotary Club of Hollywood, Inc.
