Priscilla Maynor
Founder + CEO

Dr. Priscilla Maynor, is a systems-focused education strategist, generalist and collaborator recognized for her broad knowledge in public education, business acumen and forward-thinking leadership. With over 30 years of experience spanning the classroom, school district, state agency, and national organizations, she brings deep expertise in leadership, change management, education governance, strategy and design, organizational transformation, and community engagement. Priscilla is known for her ability to connect vision with execution. She views challenges as opportunities and believes that lasting change begins with the voices and strengths already present in communities. This belief fuels her deep commitment to catalyzing education innovation, ensuring all students have access to high-quality learning experiences that meet their unique needs and aspirations, while also equipping leaders to navigate change, strengthen systems, and lead their organizations with clarity and purpose.
In her free time, Priscilla enjoys spending quality time with her husband and family, traveling to new places, attending sporting events, and spending time in her backyard paradise with a good book.
Email: priscilla@imaginedpartners.com
George Hancock
Senior Managing Director

George Hancock is a seasoned education leader who has dedicated his career to improving outcomes for students in need through thoughtful leadership, systems design, and practical support. He brings decades of experience to ImaginED, including his roles as Executive Director of the SERVE Center at UNC-Greensboro, and Director of the National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE). George began his journey as a teacher and principal, later serving in state-level leadership roles focused on school improvement and federal program implementation. Known for his expertise in technical assistance, policy development, and inter-agency collaboration, he helps education leaders across states, districts, and schools develop clear, student-centered visions and actionable strategies. A strong advocate for building capacity and rethinking traditional models, George is committed to helping teams create flexible, effective systems that put student needs at the center.
Outside of work, George enjoys spending time with his family, pursuing travel, attending sporting and music events, and enjoying the great outdoors.
Email: george@imaginedpartners.com
Leslie Locklear
Senior Consultant, Design & Implementation

Dr. Leslie Locklearbrings over a decade of experience designing practical, culturally grounded solutions that help organizations better serve students, families, and communities. She supports ImaginED’s portfolio of projects serving tribes and Native-serving organizations. Her expertise is in strategic planning, cultural sustaining program design, youth leadership development and tribal and state collaboration.
She currently serves as the American Indian Education Director at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, where she leads statewide initiatives focused on improving outcomes for Native students. Prior to this role, Leslie served as Director of Educator Engagement and Student Success at UNC Pembroke, strengthening support systems for both teachers and students. She also co-advises the North Carolina Native American Youth Organization (NCNAYO), where she helps guide high school students in college planning and cultural leadership. Known for her ability to make things happen, Leslie has a deep commitment to collaboration, lasting partnerships, and building the capacity of emerging leaders to make an impact.
When not working, I enjoy reading, spending time with family, and supporting community events that celebrate Native culture and resilience.
Email: leslie@imaginedpartners.com
Bridget Johnson
Senior Consultant, Learning Experience Design

Dr. Bridget Johnson is a results-driven educational leader with over two decades of experience has a deep knowledge of curriculum design and development. Guided by a leadership philosophy rooted in empowerment and open communication, she has successfully led strategic initiatives across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia—most notably the statewide Science of Reading rollout and the reorganization of school transformation structures. With a proven track record as a K–12 Director of Curriculum and Instruction and a specialist for the U.S. Department of Education’s Region 6 Comprehensive Center, Bridget excels in fostering collaborative environments that drive innovation and sustainable change.
Bridget is known for her creativity in designing and facilitating interactive learning experiences that are highly engaging. She is passionate about creating collaborative environments and enjoys supporting educators through school improvement planning, establishing effective PLC practices, and implementing research-based practices.
Outside of work, Bridget loves spending time with her husband and three teenage daughters, reading, digging her toes in the sand, and volunteering at church.
Email: bridget@imaginedpartners.com
Walter Kahumoku III
Senior Consultant, Education Strategy and Research

Dr. Walter Kahumoku III has dedicated his life’s work to improving the educational wellbeing learners. For over 30 years in education, he has experience in teacher and administrator education, curriculum development, instructional strategies, and assessment, research, and educational policy. As a visionary and architect of Native Hawaiian and indigenous educational approaches and programs, Walter is recognized and sought after locally, nationally and internationally. As Director of Kauhale Kīpaipai, he was lead designer of Kahua, a teacher induction program, and Hoʻokele, an administrator leadership program. He currently sits on the boards of Kuleana ‘Ōiwi: a Native Hawaiian Journal board and Hūlili: Multidisciplinary Research on Hawaiian Well-Being. He is one of the contributing writers to the Nā Honua Mauli Ola Cultural Pathways, chaired a major section in the Nā Lau Lama report as well as a writer and contributor to the creation and implementation of Na Hopena Aʻo, culturally grounded learner outcomes adopted by DOE Hawaiʻi statewide. On a national level, he sat on the National Indian Education Association (2010-2013) and internationally, Walter was a writer for the WINHEC P-12 Indigenous Accreditation handbook and continues to serve as lead chair for WINHEC P-12 and visiting committee chair as well as member for WINHEC Higher Education accreditation team. Walter is passionate about guiding leaders and educators in the work of reaching more native students in powerful, meaningful ways.
Walter and his family hail from ‘Āhuimanu, O‘ahu. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family.
Email: walter@imaginEDpartners.com
Audrey Martin-McCoy
Senior Consultant, Education Strategy and Research

Dr. Audrey Martin-McCoy is a seasoned education professional with nearly 25 years of experience spanning K-12 and higher education. She brings a deep well of expertise in research, program evaluation, and innovative practices aimed at improving institutional quality and learner outcomes. A lifelong advocate for educational equity and excellence, Aurdrey is committed to transforming systems to better serve students and communities. She began her career as a high school social studies teacher and has since led a variety of educational programs and strategic initiatives across state, district, and university contexts. As Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment at Mars Hill University, she played a pivotal role in leading the institution’s decennial accreditation. Her prior roles include significant contributions at the Wake County Public School System, North Carolina State University, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, and the Office of the North Carolina State Board of Education. Across these roles, she has focused on assessment, accountability, and education policy—leveraging data and evidence to drive meaningful improvement.
Audrey is known for her collaborative leadership style and her ability to bring diverse stakeholders together to co-create solutions. She thrives at the intersection of research, strategy, and practice, and is dedicated to fostering environments where innovation and shared learning lead to lasting change.
Outside of work, Audrey enjoys spending time with her husband and family.
Email: audrey@imaginEDpartners.com
A Talent Circle of Proven Leaders, Built for Purpose and Impact
A Talent Network of Proven Leaders, Built for Purpose and Impact
Our Talent Circle is a curated network of highly accomplished professionals spanning the full spectrum of the education ecosystem. From classroom to cabinet, from local communities to state agencies, our team brings deep expertise in strategy, leadership, program execution, and systems design.
Each member of our Talent Circle has led successful organizations, initiatives, and transformations at the local, regional, state, or national level. Together, we represent a powerful blend of seasoned practitioners, policy experts, and innovative thinkers—united by a shared commitment to helping clients solve real challenges and scale what works.
We build agile, right-fit teams matched with the experience and insight needed to deliver lasting results for our clients.
ImaginED Partners is always looking to recruit innovative, competent talent to our already impressive Talent Circle. If you are interested in becoming part of ImaginED and have the skill-set to contribute to meaningful work with passion, insight, and quality, please contact us.