Gretchen Warner

Gretchen Warner serves as the Head of School at The Overlake School since June 2024 and works as an Affiliate Consultant for Mission & Data since July 2023. With a strong background as an educational leader, Warner previously held the position of Head of School at The Madeira School from July 2020 to June 2023 and spent 15 years at The Archer School for Girls in various roles, including Upper School Director. Earlier experience includes teaching science at Woodberry Forest School and serving as a Graduate Researcher and Teaching Assistant at the University of Virginia. Warner is a Certified Professional Coach and holds an M.A. in Chemistry from the University of Virginia and a B.S. in Chemistry from Virginia Tech. Expertise includes professional development for Boards and Senior Leadership teams, focusing on topics such as Institutional Structures, Strategic Planning, and Effective Governance.