Dr. Chantell Manahan serves as the Director of Technology for MSD of Steuben County in Angola, Indiana, where she leads strategic initiatives that elevate teaching, learning, and operational excellence. A former French teacher turned edtech leader, Chantell blends classroom empathy with technical expertise to support innovation and equity across her district. She holds advanced degrees in education and leadership and is passionate about mentoring future leaders, building cross-functional teams, and shaping inclusive, future-ready systems. Chantell also shares thought leadership through her platform, Leading, Laughing, & Learning, focused on building people-first cultures in education.