Alex Mayszak is an award-winning ed tech leader dedicated to preparing students for a digital future. As the Director of Digital Learning & Innovation for East Moline School District #37, he spearheads initiatives in AI literacy, design thinking, and digital citizenship, while also empowering teachers through targeted professional learning. He believes that as technology rapidly advances, being human remains more important than ever. In recognition of his work, he has been named the 2025 IDEA Educator of the Year-Tech Leader and one of the QCBJ's Forty Under 40. A former teacher and principal, Alex is a Google Certified Trainer and is pursuing his doctorate at the University of Illinois. He is also a certified pizzaiolo, bringing the same passion for building something great from the classroom to the kitchen.