An Experienced Guide, Thought Partner, & Critical Friend

Kelly is the coach that every leader needs and deserves. Her expertise on governance, laws, systems and procedures is impressive.

As coach, she goes above and beyond while creating a plan that meets your needs. She works well with leaders and boards. 

Tiana Stephenson

Founder, The Wright Community School

Kelly Cadman is one of the most impressive professionals I have worked with supporting public charter schools in Georgia. When she was VP of School Services for Georgia Charter Schools Association, she was a powerhouse, identifying quickly what new and existing charter schools need to succeed, and creating programs and services that would meet those needs. In my book, her services are A+++ and I would highly recommend Kelly. She is one of the best!

Tony Roberts

Former Executive Director, The Georgia Charter Schools Association

Kelly was fantastic to work with and I learned significantly from her as a thought partner. She possesses keen insights into the charter school authorization and approval process. I regularly sought her advice and feedback and she was always responsive and understanding to my questions. 

Kelly provided valuable feedback to our team and I would eagerly recommend her work and her integrity. 

Matthew Stone, PhD

Director of New Schools, Liberty Classical Schools

The deep-dive (data-driven) Operational Assessment conducted is without exception singularly exemplary in the industry. They took a microscopic look into the inner workings of all facets of our systems to identify the root causes of our successes and failures, areas of risk and opportunity. They employed both qualitative and quantitative analysis It alone is worth the cost of the entire contract from my perspective. But that is just the beginning of the scope of work that her team provides in this process. They just don’t facilitate the diagnosis of the situation but prescribe remedies to address it. Added to this comprehensive package of services is the exceptional open accessibility to the team that is provided to their clients. The list of services that we received and are still receiving is foundational in helping CEMCS navigate these unpredictable currents of organizational restructuring, charter renewal, campus relocation, and a paradigm shift realignment of the Montessori pedagogy to state standards. I can attest from a data-driven assessment that HIVE180 has been the right team to get it right for us here at Coastal Empire Montessori.

Atlee Jr. Fleming-Prince

Vice President, Board of Trustees and Chair, Strategic Planning Committee

Kelly Cadman's ability to lead teams and drive improved results is stellar. As a key driver behind our growth as schools throughout the strategic planning process, Kelly is a strategic thought partner and visionary for how schools can maximize spending step-by-step to achieve obtainable and inspiring goals. When it comes to aligning expenditures with your school's mission and vision while hearing the voices of all stakeholders, Kelly Cadman is a wonderful support and guide for your team's discovery of future direction.

Greg Del Russo

Director of Grants Development, iLearn Schools

"Kelly developed the CharterStart Program and was and is a tremendous asset to our organization's effort to build a quality charter school. She is very knowledgeable and professional. She is always willing to go the extra mile to promote quality.

Andrew Cameron

Executive Director, Amazing Young Minds

Kelly is a tremendous resource for those seeking to start and operate high-quality charter schools. Kelly's combination of real-world experience and breadth of knowledge in all things education make her a great contact for any educator or reformer."

David Pusey

Director, Georgia Center for Opportunity

Kelly is a high energy, go getter who sets goals and makes them happen. She is very resourceful in finding information or solutions to a project in which she may be involved. She is very helpful to others that she works with by not only teaching and showing them skills or information they need but also by often offering to pick up other's loads when deadlines and manpower may be tight."

Polly Wallace

Chief Operating Officer, St. Benedict's Episcopal School

Kelly does a tremendous job in developing and providing services for charter schools. She is extremely focused on delivering value to her schools, and she is a true advocate in every sense of the word.

Mark Peevy

Assistant Commissioner, Technical College System of Georgia

Kelly Cadman inspires everyone around her to reach for the extremely high level of excellence. She has created professional development services and charter school supports that are models for charter support organizations across the country. Ms. Cadman is always willing to share her expertise and knowledge with the charter school community and does so on the highest professional level.

Mary Carmichael

Former Executive Director, Public Charter School Alliance of South Carolina

Kelly is an excellent resource on all things related to charter school development, navigation through the GA regulatory maze, coherent understanding of rules and policies related to school funding and a solid knowledge base of charter school governance. She comes prepared to deliver thoughtful presentations and communicates clearly and effectively. It has been a personal and professional pleasure to work with Kelly and I'm looking forward to continuing to do so in the years to come!

Jose Afonso

Director, US Business Development, SABIS Educational Systems, Inc.

Having worked with Kelly Cadman in a variety of settings - as a trainee for her CharterLeader program, as a committee member, and as a peer working to improve education in Georgia. I enthusiastically endorse her as a consummate professional who would provide great value wherever she works. In all of my experiences with her, Kelly has shown incredible leadership, dedication, determination, and the strong ability to work with a diverse group of people toward a common mission. Kelly's passion for improving education for all children is clear, andis matched by her incredible knowledge of educational policy, leadership, and pedagogy. It is a pleasure working with Kelly, and she would be a true asset to any organization looking for a passionate, high energy leader with the ability to build and work on teams to meet clear goals to improve education at the local and national levels.

Jeremy Cole

Former Director of Development, International Community School

I've had the honor of working with Kelly Cadman for the past 20 years. She's been my thought partner & confidant as a school founder, leader, & teacher. She's the type of critical friend who will give you specific feedback & crawl into the rabbit hole with you until you find your way out. Her expertise will elevate your school & her tactical support will help you navigate whatever comes your way. Kelly is the reason I have been able to sustain a long & rewarding career as a charter school leader.

Lisa McDonald

Director, Brighten Academy Charter School

Kelly was an integral part of our journey of starting a charter school in rural, Southwest Georgia.  She helped us successfully apply for grants, write a charter petition that was approved in its first round, prepare for interviews, and create an implementation plan for opening.  She was not only extremely knowledgeable about all of these processes, but she really listened to OUR vision and helped us turn it into a reality.  An added bonus is that we truly enjoyed our work with her because of her infectious enthusiasm and warm spirit.  I couldn't recommend anyone more highly than Kelly Cadman!

Kylie Holley

Superintendent, Pataula Charter Academy