Why Education Reform Starts with Parents—And What Norton Rainey Is Doing About It

In this episode of the Hart & Hustle Podcast, Norton Rainey, CEO of ACE Scholarships, unpacks how his organization has awarded over 100,000 scholarships to underserved students across 12 states—and why that’s just the beginning. Norton shares powerful stories, personal motivation, and how ACE is leveraging AI and policy to expand educational access nationwide. From fighting through early political resistance to transforming lives with school choice, this conversation is a masterclass in impact-driven leadership. If you care about education reform, generational change, and making a real difference, this episode is required listening.