Leadership: Ward Huseth, CEO
Website: greatheartsaz.org
What it does: 501(c)(3) nonprofit that operates a network of high-performing public charter schools, serving over 11,000 students in 23 academies across Metro Phoenix.
How it leads: Founded in 2003, Great Hearts grew from a single school in a leased space to become Arizona’s largest charter school network, serving more than 11,000 students in 23 academies across metro Phoenix. An analysis of statewide SAT scores placed all five of Great Hearts’ eligible high schools within the top 15 public high schools across Arizona.
Honor the 2017 Industry Leaders of Arizona at the awards ceremony and dinner on Feb. 23 at the JW Marriott Camelback Inn. Purchase tickets here.
