Howard Bell

Howard Bell, III is a highly accomplished and results-oriented executive with a proven track record of success in driving growth, leading change, and building high-performing teams within the education and technology sectors. Most recently, he served as CEO of Abl, Inc., where he helped the largest school districts in the U.S. use their data to address academic inequities, better allocate resources, and prepare every student to succeed, leading the company through a period of significant growth and a successful acquisition. His extensive experience includes leadership roles at Hobsons, Inc., Study Group, Kaplan Inc., and Scholastic, Inc.

Earlier in his career, he contributed to the entrepreneurial ecosystem at Wayne State University’s TechTown Detroit. Mr. Bell is also an Emerson Collective Dial Fellow, recognizing his commitment to innovation and impact. Howard holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Michigan, a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia, and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Brown University.