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Smarter Systems. Stronger Leaders.

Measurable Results.

Consulting for schools and businesses committed to real improvement.

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Strategic Solutions

Convenient Support

Flexible, high-touch guidance designed to meet your team where they are.

We adapt to your schedule, needs, and goals to ensure consistent progress and measurable outcomes.

Leadership Alignment Services

Unify vision, strategy, and practice.

We help leadership teams calibrate priorities, clarify direction, and operate with shared purpose. Through evidence-based frameworks and strategic coaching, we strengthen decision-making, improve coherence across systems, and accelerate organizational improvement. All guidance aligns with New York regulations and global best practice.

Governance Services

Strengthen oversight, clarity, and accountability.

We provide independent, research-informed advisory support that helps boards, schools, and leadership teams make aligned, strategic decisions. As a trusted Critical Friend, we guide improvement planning, policy alignment, leadership development, and organizational accountability, grounded in evidence and compliant with New York and global governance expectations.

Systems Optimization

Simplify, strengthen, and scale.

We design smarter workflows, structures, and policies that eliminate complexity, increase efficiency, and drive measurable performance gains. Our solutions follow evidence-based frameworks and align with New York regulations and global best practice.

Data-Driven Improvement Services

Turn insight into measurable impact.

We help organizations transform raw data into strategic action. Using evidence-based methodologies, we analyze performance trends, identify root causes, and design improvement plans that elevate outcomes. Our approach strengthens accountability, enhances decision-making, and drives sustainable progress across systems.

All analysis and recommendations are aligned with New York data governance requirements and international standards for ethical, effective data use.

Inclusive Corporate Services

Build culture, equity, and innovation that lasts.

We help organizations strengthen inclusion, belonging, and cultural effectiveness through strategic guidance and evidence-based frameworks. From policy alignment to workforce development, we support leaders in creating environments where people thrive and performance grows. All recommendations align with New York and international standards for equity, diversity, and organizational wellbeing.

Recruitment Services

Hire talent that elevates your mission.

We support organizations in building high-performing teams through ethical, research-informed recruitment practices. Using evidence-based selection tools, we help you identify candidates who align with your values, strengthen culture, and contribute to long-term excellence. All processes follow New York employment regulations and global best-practice in fair, equitable hiring.

Events & Engagement Services

Connect people, strengthen culture, and inspire growth.

We design research-driven events that deepen relationships, elevate learning, and advance organizational purpose. From staff climate and professional development sessions, parent engagement and community workshops to educational programs, we help you create experiences that energize teams and reinforce your brand. All events are developed in alignment with New York regulations and global best practice.

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Why Choose Us?

Global Expertise, Local Insight
Our team brings decades of cross-cultural experience spanning the GCC, USA, and UK, with deep knowledge of curricula, leadership frameworks, and diverse learning needs.

Educators, Leaders, Strategists
We are internationally trained professionals with extensive backgrounds in education, leadership, teaching and learning, organizational culture, and inclusion.

Research-Driven, Impact-Oriented
Every solution is grounded in evidence-based practice and aligned with international standards for school improvement and organizational development.

Flexible, Sustainable, Cost-Smart
We design strategies that are practical, scalable, and economically efficient, without compromising quality or outcomes.

Trusted Partners in Improvement
Schools and organizations rely on us as reflective partners who support decision-making, continuous growth, and long-term success.

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  • Our team holds formal roles and credentials connected to inspection, accreditation, and external review across multiple international systems. This experience informs our advisory work in governance, compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

    Include:

    • Cognia Accreditation Review and Placement Teams

    • New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Visiting Review Team

    • Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted), Her/His Majesty’s Inspector (UK)

    • Organizational review and performance evaluation support aligned with external standards and audit expectations

    • Penta and Tribal Inspector and evaluation roles

    • System-level evaluation and quality assurance roles within regulated public-sector environments

    These inspection and accreditation frameworks inform our advisory work with organizations and businesses seeking to strengthen governance, demonstrate quality, mitigate risk, and align operations with external standards, funder expectations, and stakeholder accountability.

  • We support leadership teams and governing bodies with strategy, oversight, and system-level alignment. Our credentials reflect experience across executive leadership, policy, organizational development, and large-scale improvement initiatives.

    Relevant leadership roles, qualifications, and affiliations include:

    • National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) – UK

    • Superintendent and District-Level Leadership Roles – USA

    • Principal and Senior School Administrator Roles – USA

    • Administrator Licensure — USA

    • System leadership and oversight roles aligned with regulated public-sector environments

    • Board advisory and governance support roles across private, nonprofit, and regulated organizations

    • Executive strategy and organizational development advisory roles supporting growth, accountability, and change

    Professional Associations & Leadership Networks:

    • Association of School Administrators (ASA) — USA

    • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) — UK

    • Institute of Directors (IoD) — UK

    • International Leadership Association (ILA)

    • Phi Delta Kappa International (PDK)

    These leadership frameworks inform our advisory work with business owners, executive teams, boards, and organizations navigating growth, accountability, and change.

  • We design and evaluate learning systems, curricula, and inclusive practices that support performance, access, and long-term impact. Grounded in international research and evidence-based frameworks, our work helps schools, organizations, and families build environments where people can learn, grow, and succeed.

    Relevant expertise, certifications, and affiliations include:

    • Curriculum design and evaluation roles across U.S., U.K. and UAE education systems

    • Special Education Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) specialist – USA & UK

    • Early Childhood Education specialist

    • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – UK

    • Professional Teacher Status – USA

    • Higher Education teaching and professorial roles

    • Inclusive systems design and policy advisory roles aligned with workforce development and organizational learning

    • Learning design and inclusion strategies supporting talent development, onboarding, and leadership pipelines

    Professional Associations & Curriculum Networks:

    • Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)

    • American Academy of Special Education Professionals (AASEP)

    • Board Certification for Advocacy in Special Education (BCASE)

    • National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET)

    • Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)

    These education and inclusion frameworks inform our advisory work with organizations and businesses seeking to design effective training systems, inclusive workplaces, equitable policies, and learning-driven cultures that support both people and performance.

  • We support organizations at key moments of growth, transition, and realignment. Our work focuses on strengthening strategy, systems, and execution so leaders can make informed decisions, scale responsibly, and sustain performance over time.

    Grounded in governance principles and evidence-led practice, we partner with businesses, nonprofits, and education-adjacent organizations to translate vision into measurable progress.

    Relevant expertise, credentials, and applied experience include:

      • Business development strategy and growth planning for small and mid-sized organizations

      • Executive and leadership advisory support for founders, owners, and senior teams

      • Organizational diagnostics and systems alignment (roles, workflows, accountability)

      • Strategic planning, implementation roadmaps, and performance tracking

      • Brand positioning and service design for mission-driven and professional organizations

      • Digital presence development (web platforms, content strategy, and visibility)

      • Stakeholder engagement, client acquisition strategy, and partnership development

    Professional Associations & Leadership Networks

    • Institute of Directors (IoD) – United Kingdom (governance and board-level leadership)

    • Chartered Management Institute (CMI) – United Kingdom (management and leadership practice)

    • International Leadership Association (ILA)

    • Selected leadership and policy networks aligned with organizational governance and growth

    Our business development and strategy services are advisory in nature and do not constitute legal, financial, or investment advice.

    Our approach is informed by decades of leadership, inspection, and systems-level experience, allowing us to apply rigorous improvement frameworks commonly used in regulated environments to business and organizational contexts. We help leaders move from activity to impact.

  • Our work is informed by ongoing engagement with academic research and interdisciplinary practice across education, leadership, psychology, health, and organizational studies. This foundation ensures our strategies are evidence-led, ethically grounded, and responsive to the real-world complexities faced by individuals and organizations.

    By integrating research with applied experience, we help clients move beyond trends and intuition toward decisions that are thoughtful, defensible, and effective.

    Relevant academic, research, and interdisciplinary affiliations include:

    • Engagement with leading academic and research institutions in education and leadership

    • Interdisciplinary study and collaboration across psychology, health, and human development

    • Applied research informing leadership practice, organizational culture, and systems design

    Institutional and research affiliations include:

    • Harvard Graduate School of Education

    • New York University

    • Johns Hopkins University

    • University College London

    • Buckingham University

    • City University of New York, Brooklyn College

    • National Institutes of Health

    • New York Psychoanalytic Institute

    • Bellevue Hospital

    • NYU Tisch Hospital

    • Alexander von Humboldt Foundation

    This interdisciplinary foundation strengthens our work with businesses, schools, and organizations seeking research-informed strategies in leadership development, organizational culture, workforce learning, mental health–aware practice, and human-centered decision-making. We apply research not as theory, but as a tool for better judgment, design, and execution.

Our memberships, certifications, and affiliations

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What People Are Saying About Us

Sustainable City, Dubai, UAE

Graeme Scott, Director of Fairgreen International School

Dalia is thoughtful, insightful and highly knowledgeable. She supported our school with our inclusion journey and provided invaluable guidance and mentoring. She is detail-oriented and ensures her impact endures well beyond the date of her visit through regular check-ins and updates. I would strongly recommend her.

ImprovED provides very strong PDs on instructional leadership with outstanding specialty in inclusion. Dalia and her team has passed on knowledge, skills, and passion to transform our educational organization, making it a better place for our learners. Our leaders were able to be more goal oriented, persistent, and target driven. I have enjoyed the opportunity to work with Dalia, as Acting Principal, where she was a major asset and contributor to transform my school and move its rating from ‘Weak’ to ‘Acceptable’. I highly recommend partnering with ImprovED. Their services will be an add to the place.

Rania Amaireh, Vice Principal of Beaconhouse Group

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Manal Taha, SENCo of Philadelphia Private School

Working with ImprovED has changed a part of me as an Inclusion Coordinator. The guidance and strategies I have received helped us, as an inclusion team, and has made a remarkable and significant difference to our department. It was a pleasure and an honor working with ImprovED’s team. Looking forward to more cooperation.

It was a pleasure working with a very professional person who has a wide range of understanding, knowledge and foresight in the field of Special Education.

Dalia’s knowledge and expertise in the vast field of Special Education resonates highly which has proven effective, during the time of our work together.

Elizabeth Sadek, School Governor and Former Principal of Philadelphia Private School

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Anna Gonzales, The Philippine School

Ms Dalia is a big help, not only for the Inclusion Department, but also for teachers because her ideas that she shared and her feedback about class observation. I learned a lot from her and I apply them in my teaching, especially with regards to the ability of each individual student.

Few people have the opportunity to work with someone ‘ridiculously efficient’ like Dalia. I had the pleasure of working with Dalia when she came into our school for a full-day consultation. Prior to the visit, Dalia walked me through the process and let me know exactly what to expect. Dalia is wonderful to work with, has extensive expertise in her field and motivation. We were able to pinpoint areas of improvement with actionable next steps. I found her not only to be detailed, and forward-thinking but inspirational as well. If you have the opportunity to work with her, definitely take it.

Dr Adrianna Chestnut, Principal of Bright Learners Private School

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Lourdes Lim, The Philippine School

Dalia has extensive knowledge in education. She is an effective trainer—she effectively guides her trainees to find solutions by themselves and gives support to validate and confirm answers to their questions.

Ms Dalia is a very professional and selfless mentor. She has a lot of great ideas and is very generous in sharing with us! We learned a lot from her.

Dr Riza Danao, SENCo of The Philippine School

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