Imperial Advisory Group works alongside non-profit executives, school business officials and public administrators on their most important projects. Led by an accomplished executive and community leader, we provide a complementary suite of unique advisory services for your organization’s day to day operations. Depending on your specific needs and challenges, we can provide a dedicated advisor to assist you with your initial set-up, a specific strategic initiative or a leadership development phase. We don’t take on clients; we take on partners. No goal is too big to handle when you have a team committed to the optimum positioning of your organization.
Eugene L. Hernandez
President
Eugene L. Hernandez has over 40 years experience as an educational leader and advocate for strong school communities. With a strong background in operations, facilities and finance, he lends his nuanced understanding of quality improvement and accountability systems to the Imperial Advisory Group. Recognized as a thought leader, he has spearheaded many education reform efforts, working hand in hand with community partners and civic leaders in the design and implementation of local policies.
As a public administrator, he has been successful in re-structuring and revitalizing under-performing schools, with his unmatched ability to facilitate transformational leadership shifts and influence management culture. Eugene has a conciliatory trait and collaborative style that enables him to garner the trust and rapport of all stakeholders involved by focusing on coherence, consistency and communication, in order to achieve quality outcomes at scale.
Having lived and served in the greater Los Angeles area all his career, he is passionate about building great teams and strong leaders that can be change agents for the future. With a deep professional network and the in-depth experience needed to help your organization secure its legacy and fulfill its vision, Eugene can put together a custom-tailored solution to meet your specific needs.
Maura Crossin
Senior Advisor
Maura Crossin is an award-winning educational leader whose extensive career has been defined by transformational results and a steadfast commitment to equity. As an administrator of a diverse inner-city high school, she raised graduation rates by double digits, drove measurable academic gains across all student groups. She has also been recognized as Principal of the Year for her innovative, data-driven approach to school improvement.
A master of instructional design and professional coaching, Maura excels at turning complex data into targeted strategies. Her expertise has been showcased in leading publications on coaching programs for new administrators and best practices in instructional leadership.
Now based in Arizona to be closer to family, Maura balances her professional passion with spirited adventures: she’s a regular Spelling Bee Genius (iykyk), a country-swing dance enthusiast, and an avid hiker who escapes desert summers by exploring cooler climates—from the rugged trails of the Pacific Northwest to the rolling green hills of Ireland, where she has friends, family and even dual citizenship.
Dave Devereaux
Senior Advisor
With over 35 years of service in educational leadership, Dave Devereaux has experienced the complexity and unique challenges in the education industry. From teacher to school site leader to District administrator, he has been recognized for his conscientious approach and steadfast decision-making during tumultuous times. An exceptional leader, who seizes every opportunity to improve student experiences, his extensive tenure has equipped him with unique insights into the infrastructure and operational deficiencies of California school systems, making him a valuable resource to colleagues at every level.
An avid reader, writer and traveler, he fondly reminisces on his journey, cherishing the memories of a career fueled by passion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of students and communities. His story serves as a testament to his deep-rooted belief in the power of education and his enduring drive to foster positive change within communities.
Raul A. Fernandez
Senior Advisor
Raul Fernandez has demonstrated commitment and unwavering leadership to students and families with over 40 years of service in the education industry; from elementary to secondary schools to primary centers, then to continuation schools and special education service centers as a Principal. Addressing infrastructure and operational issues, he has provided strong administrative support to school communities, with instructional and operational guidance and assistance at the local, regional and state levels; that has helped shape some of LA's most iconic schools. His mantra is "...one has to be involved and understand that the success of any student, is in recognizing the norms, traditions and customs of the school community serving that student."
Raul is an avid LA sports fan, an accomplished magician and Director at the University for the Academy of Magical Arts, at the world famous Magic Castle in Hollywood. In his spare time he enjoys, traveling, reading a good fiction book and supporting local restaurants.
Bob Smiland
Senior Advisor
Bob Smiland’s passion for advancing the youth of our inner cities through innovative forward thinking polices and practices, started in 1986 when was elected to the Board of Education of South Pasadena. Following that experience, he continued to dedicate much of his time serving public and private education initiatives at the local and statewide levels, exercising responsible stewardship of federal grants and resources.
Bob was co-founder of Extera Charter School in 2010 serving the Boyle Heights and East LA communities. Bob served as President and CEO of Inner-City Arts for seven years providing high quality arts education for LAUSD K-12 students and families. He also has 30 year’s experience leading Pilgrim School, one of Los Angeles’ outstanding K - 12 private schools. Bob seeks equality and equity for all students attending public or private schools. As a past trustee of both Piedmont College in Georgia, and the University of California, Berkeley; he understands the importance of equity for all students and equal access to higher education opportunities, regardless of what zip code you live in.
Bobby Canosa-Carr
Senior Advisor
Bobby Canosa-Carr is a leadership coach and a senior public education executive. Throughout his career, Bobby has created fertile ground for learning, growth, and self-actualization -- for children and teens, for educators, and for leaders in the public and private sectors. As a school principal, he led the turnaround of a large public high school in Los Angeles and subsequently founded an innovative charter school in his hometown of San Pedro, California. He is a pioneer in personalized & project-based learning, restorative practices, and mentoring in schools. In his work in the nonprofit sector, Bobby designed and facilitated professional development to guide school leaders in more than 300 schools across 40 states as they led school transformations.
Currently, Bobby’s work focuses largely on holistic coaching of school principals and other leaders in the public education sector. His deep experience with adult learning also makes him an impactful coach for executives in the private sector. He believes that, by making transformational change within ourselves, we empower ourselves to support meaningful change in the communities, organizations, and individuals that we serve.
Bobby is happiest when doing anything that brings him to the present moment and reminds him to breathe on purpose. On any given weekend, you might find him climbing boulders in Joshua Tree, swimming in the waves of the Pacific Ocean, or riding his Harley Davidson up a winding coastal road.
OUR APPROACH
At the heart of our approach is a deep, unwavering commitment to impact. The Imperial Advisory Group consists of C-level executives, senior managers, and veteran administrators with a track record of transformational leadership. We have a passion for people, and our service-orientated approach adapts to your skillset, your priorities, and your community.
Leveraging decades of knowledge and experience, we provide tools and expertise that make operations and compliance issues easy, which frees our clients up to imagine, to strategize, to implement, and to inspire.
Through Executive Coaching and Leadership Development, we transform managers into leaders. We take a holistic approach, built upon our belief that focused, resilient leaders create focused, resilient organizations.
OUR SERVICES
At Imperial Advisory Group, our veteran system leaders will observe and analyze your organization through the lens of our experience and expertise, bringing you advanced situational awareness and expanded possibilities. With over four decades of experience in public administration, our team brings insights and skills that can help you navigate any challenge you may be facing.
We partner with you to identify areas of focus, and we co-create innovative solutions, designed to achieve transformational outcomes. Our team supports project-management and implementation, allowing you to achieve superior results while spending less time. We will provide you with leadership development services and training modules that build your capacity efficiently. We can also assign advisors to provide on-site support, specific to the unique challenges that arise in your context.
Imperial Advisory Group’s team comes from the top ranks of local education agencies and non-profits. We are seasoned executives who have walked in your shoes and have a deep understanding of the dynamics at play in today's complex public organizations. We will design a customized solution aligned to your unique needs; combining strategic advisement, executive coaching and action learning projects together in a way that makes your vision an achievable reality.
ADMINISTRATOR SUPPORT
We help you to expand upon your leadership and influence through cutting-edge insights from EdCoach AI, access to a network of professional experts and on-going professional development opportunities. Our weekly office hours gives you the opportunity to connect with seasoned education leaders and workshop your toughest challenges; whether it’s budget planning, staff coaching, or compliance questions.....get practical, experience-driven guidance you can trust.
Alongside a cohort of peers, deepen your skills at one of our monthly workshops, where our executive coaches work through concepts like thinking models to organizational change management to equity-centered decision-making. Collaborate on case studies, practice new leadership techniques, and move closer towards those seismic shifts you're looking for.
Together as a support system, you never have to face a leadership challenge alone. By combining human expertise, AI, and a supportive learning community, you have everything you need to deliver transformational results in your school community.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
We offer custom-tailored programs that leverage executive coaching and strategic advisement, allowing for different perspectives to be introduced at different times in the school year, After co-creating a multi-year roadmap aligned to your district’s unique vision and stakeholder needs, you will benefit from from one-to-one strengths-based coaching; accelerating your leadership agility, resilience, and decision-making under pressure.
Our executive coaches employ evidence-based frameworks, such as the Leadership Circle Profile, to accelerate emotional intelligence, systems thinking, and change leadership. Our strategic advisors bring years of collective experience to the conversations, giving you a stronger vantage point throughout your day to day work.
Action learning projects embed new strategies in live contexts: from pilot PBIS expansions to community-driven strategic planning, ensuring immediate return on your time investment. Participate in real-time, team-based engagements where you apply modern solutions to your current district challenges; ensuring immediate ROI, stronger stakeholder buy-in, and practice-driven mastery.
MANAGEMENT PLACEMENTS
We ensure seamless leadership transitions and build internal capacity through targeted recruitment and thoughtful succession planning grounded in best practices. With experienced administrators ready to temporarily fill critical roles, you can maintain stakeholder confidence while laying the groundwork for permanent hires.
Strengthen your leadership bench with tailored skill-development cohorts and mentorship pairings, embedding new competencies directly into the fabric of your people culture. Through capacity-building cohorts and one-on-one mentorship pathways, we embed evidence-based leadership practices directly into your systems; strengthening internal talent pools and aligning skill development with your unique organizational culture.
With a board-aligned governance framework, complete with rigorous evaluation rubrics and strong feedback loops, we ensure each placement reflects your management philosophy and amplifies the impact of your strategic priorities.
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Bootcamps & Workshops
MSLE Foundational AI Bootcamp
The MSLE Foundational AI Bootcamp empowers educators to teach AI with Azure, providing practical skills and resources for enhancing students’ success in AI careers. Training includes an overview of the MSLE program, its benefits, resources, and AI-related content, along with details on how to join; step-by-step hands-on orientation to enroll and utilize the classroom materials, benefits, resources, and content related to AI available through the MSLE program; utilizing resources for teaching Microsoft AI-900 and AI-102.
MSLE Cybersecurity and AI Bootcamp
The MSLE Cybersecurity & AI Bootcamp is a three-session training series designed to help educators prepare to teach Microsoft AI and cybersecurity skills in the classroom. Training includes an overview of the MSLE program, its benefits, resources, and AI-related content, along with details on how to join; step-by-step orientation to enroll and utilize the classroom materials, benefits, resources, and content related to AI available for teaching Microsoft SC-900 and SC-200.
Microsoft AI Workshop for Teachers
This instructor-led bootcamp offers educators a glimpse into the power of Generative AI for teaching. The bootcamp teaches K-12 and higher education educators how to modify or create a syllabus, lesson plans, quizzes, assignments, and grading rubrics using AI tools. Participants will learn effective prompting techniques, engage in collaborative projects and discussions, and access teaching resources through the Microsoft Learn for Educators (MSLE) program.
Microsoft AI Workshop for School Leaders
Gain a comprehensive understanding of Copilot, its applications, and effective utilization in educational settings. Enhance AI fluency and learn practical implementation strategies to foster innovation and efficiency.The workshop provides practical strategies for implementing AI at scale safely and securely. By demystifying AI, participants can confidently implement these technologies in their educational settings, driving progression and modernization in this era of AI.
Please contact us to learn more about our School Leadership Team AI trainings, helping you to build capacity and expertise around AI policy, infrastructure and best-practices.
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