Episode #1
The Evolution of SBOs
Dr. Victor P. Hayek, Deputy Superintendent of Conejo Valley USD, speaks to the evolving role of SBOs, pivotal moments in leadership, California schools, and his own personal journey towards City Council.

A brief, weekly conversation about the insights, highlights & challenges of public education as told by school business officials and industry experts.
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Recent episodes include "The Evolution of SBOs" (8 September 2026, 24 minutes), "The Future of School Food Service: Nutrition, Sustainability, and Financial Reality" (9 June 2026, 34 minutes), and "A Storied SBO From the Land of Enchantment" (22 May 2026, 32 minutes).
SBO Perspectives publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 242 episodes.
Booking probability for SBO Perspectives is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. SBO Perspectives requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. SBO Perspectives's contact route on record: verified email.
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SBO Perspectives is an education podcast with 242 episodes published.
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Episode #1
Dr. Victor P. Hayek, Deputy Superintendent of Conejo Valley USD, speaks to the evolving role of SBOs, pivotal moments in leadership, California schools, and his own personal journey towards City Council.
Stephen O’Brien, Founder and President of SOBx2, discusses food service program challenges, sustainability, declining enrollments, supply chain issues, and regulations impacting the future of school nutrition.
Episode #10
Martin Romine, CFO of Zuni School District in New Mexico, discusses his leadership style, financial challenges in rural districts, and building relations/engagement that led to a major accomplishment in his career...
Episode #9
Steven Hopkins, Director at Wipfli, a top 25 US advisory & accounting firm, discusses evolving leadership, effective traits in navigating change, the impact of emerging technologies, and necessary skills for the future.
Tanya McCausland, co-founder & CEO of Diamond Six Leadership, discusses leading by example, navigating fast-paced environments, identifying mindset traps, self-care, and avoiding burnout.
Episode #7
Karen W. Smith, CPA, RTSBA, and CFO for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD in Texas, speaks to the impact of advocacy, Fed funds, and trends emerging from rising costs and declining enrollments, leading us to be more resilient.
Jeff McCausland, Retired US Army Colonel & Founder/CEO of Diamond6 Leadership & Strategy, discusses executive decision-making that he conducts in his ever famous storied workshops.
Episode #5
Brian Tomamichel, Superintendent, Mill Creek Community School Corporation, lends his powerful leadership philosophy, along with the story of his transition and how to build effective and valuable strategic partnerships...
Timothy M. Hilker, Assistant Superintendent for Administrative Services for WSWHE BOCES, speaks to the evolution of shared administrative services, their efficiences, the collaborations, and the balancing of district...
Episode #1
Derek Jess, School Business Administrator, for Summit Schools in NJ, speaks on balancing finances & student needs, building trust with key stakeholders, and uniting SBOs.
Episode #47
Lynn Knight, CSRM, Director of Business Services for Nekoosa SD in Wisconsin and the next President for ASBO International, reflects on challenges throughout the year, advocacy and resiliency in school business, along...
Episode #46
Gina Lanier, CFO of Adams 12 Five Star Schools in Colorado and ASBO International Board of Director, tells the stories of her journeys, provides invaluable lessons, and keen advice for SBOs.
Episode #45
Dr. John W. Barile, Sr., Dean of SOE at Central Connecticut State University, discusses his book, “Leading From the Core”, how he established the School of Education, and his superintendency along with the importance of...
Episode #44
Damien L. Butler, Educational Coach, and Founder of Manifest One Consulting, discusses the barriers to building future educational leadership, the importance of mentorship, effective mentorship, and how to approach and...
Jason Willis, Senior Policy Advisor for WestEd, talks about the role of financial literacy in leadership, key conditions for building trust, feedback mechanisms, effective strategies for financial transparency, lessons...
Episode #42
Shy Chapman, Director of Fiscal Services with South Umpqua, and Whitney DeWolf, Business Manager with Crater Lake Academy, discuss their personal journeys, their experience in ASBO International’s Emerging Leaders...
Episode #41
ASBO International Board member, Melissa Fettkether, Director of Finance at Postville CSD in Iowa, breaks down how to build trust with all stakeholders and how to leverage innovations while navigating school finance and...
Episode #40
From prepping your staff to a establishing a partnership, Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Operations, Howie Barber, CPA, SFO, MCPPO, masterfully expounds on how to navigate your audit.
Episode #39
Timothy Lamotte, Audit Associate at Pauly, Rogers & Co, offers a deeper understanding of the auditor’s role, common misunderstandings, and strategies for setting the tone with effective communication and engagement to...
Episode #38
Sarah Enfield, CFO of the Waukee Community School District, speaks to the importance of listening in leadership, by networking, engaging, actioning, and using community feedback for challenging decision-making.
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Conservator at DeSoto, Texas ISD, Student Led Restorative Practices
Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Lead for Digital Care Transformation at UCB, Missouri Bankers Association
Executive Director of the Network of Distinguished Educators, Center for Educational Leadership at the University of Washington
Founder and President, STEP: Student Expedition Program
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