Kara Chesal

Kara Chesal is a seasoned education professional with extensive experience in gender and education leadership. Currently serving as Head of Gender & Education and Senior Team Lead for Education Technologies at Catalpa International since April 2018, Kara has previously held several significant roles at the NYC Department of Education from November 2010 to March 2018, including Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships & Industry Engagement in Computer Science Education and Director of Innovate NYC Schools. Prior experience includes positions at the Columbia Center for New Media Teaching and Learning as a New Media Associate and as a Research Consultant at the Connecticut Commission on Educational Achievement. Kara holds a Master of Arts in Economics and Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a dual Bachelor of Science degree in Science, Technology and Society Studies and Economics from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.