Dr. Lonnie Yancsurak

Dr. Lonnie Yancsurak is an accomplished educational leader with extensive experience in charter school development and management. As the Chief Business Officer at REAL Journey Academies since February 2016, Dr. Yancsurak oversees school development, marketing strategies, and stakeholder engagement across multiple districts. Previous roles include Regional Director at iLEAD Schools and Compass Charter School, where Dr. Yancsurak successfully managed substantial budgets and staff transitions. Dr. Yancsurak also founded Coastal Montessori Charter School, achieving statewide recognition in its inaugural year, and served as a founding principal at PUC Schools, enhancing enrollment and budget significantly. Education credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Mount Union, a Master of Arts in Economics from Youngstown State University, and a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from Walden University.