Carl J. Kielbasa
About Carl J. Kielbasa
Carl J. Kielbasa is a professional with extensive experience in business development and program implementation in the educational sector. He currently leads national strategic solutions at Great Minds, focusing on curriculum and instruction since 2019.
Current Role at Great Minds
Carl J. Kielbasa has been working at Great Minds since 2019, where he holds a leadership position focused on business development and program implementation. He manages national strategic solutions, emphasizing curriculum and instruction implementation. His role involves overseeing initiatives that enhance educational practices and improve learning outcomes across various educational settings.
Previous Experience at Dell
Before joining Great Minds, Kielbasa worked at Dell from 1992 to 1995 as a Plant Manager and Production Manager. During his three years in Austin, Texas, he was responsible for overseeing production processes and managing plant operations, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of manufacturing practices.
Experience at Edmentum
Carl J. Kielbasa served as the Director of Business Development for Assessment and Learning in K12 at Edmentum from 2017 to 2018. His role involved developing business strategies and fostering partnerships to enhance educational assessment and learning solutions for K-12 institutions.
Educational Background
Kielbasa holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point, which he earned from 1983 to 1987. He furthered his education at Marymount University, where he obtained a Master's degree in Business Management-Organization Development and Performance Improvement from 2000 to 2002. Additionally, he completed a Graduate Certificate in Instructional Systems Design-Curriculum & Learning Technology at Marymount University from 2002 to 2003.
Military Service
Carl J. Kielbasa served in the US Army as an Infantry Officer from 1988 to 1995, with both active and reserve service. His military experience provided him with leadership skills and a strong foundation in organizational development, which he has applied throughout his career in various educational and business roles.