EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 34 MIN
Mentoring Moments with David Wicks
from Mentoring Moments: Empowering Leaders to Mentor our Future · host Dr. Rob Wottawa
Send us Fan Mail How does a physics teacher become the operational leader of a $100-million educational system? David Wicks, COO of Eastern Suffolk BOCES, shares his unique journey from the classroom to the executive suite, where he now translates strategy into action for 51 districts and 2,000 staff. He reveals how to operationalize equity, manage colossal risk, and mentor leaders at every level. This is a masterclass in executive leadership you won't hear anywhere else. If this conversation meant something to you, hit follow on Apple Podcasts, Amazon, or Spotify and view on YouTube. It takes five seconds, but it’s how other educators find conversations like this one—and it tells the algorithm that mentorship matters.Also, visit my website so I can feature your questions!https://robwottawa.com/podcastListen & Subscribe:🎧 Buzzsprout | 🍎 Apple Podcasts | 🎵 Spotify | 📦 Amazon Music...
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Send us Fan Mail How does a physics teacher become the operational leader of a $100-million educational system? David Wicks, COO of Eastern Suffolk BOCES, shares his unique journey from the classroom to the executive suite, where he now translates strategy into action for 51 districts and 2,000 staff. He reveals how to operationalize equity, manage colossal risk, and mentor leaders at every level. This is a masterclass in executive leadership you won't hear anywhere else. If this ...
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