Biography

Emmy O’Dwyer has worked in the field of education for over 20 years as a teacher, early childhood and K-12 administrator, nonprofit executive director, and state government strategist. She is an entrepreneurial founder whose career encompasses a broad scope of expertise: from grassroots organizations and pilots to statewide policies, programs, and quality improvements. Emmy’s career in early childhood began when she opened the first new early learning center in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina wiped out 80% of programs.  At the Louisiana Department of Education,Emmy focused on early childhood leadership development, and strengthening the early childhood workforce. In 2021, she founded Advancing Communities for Equity, to partner with leaders to improve outcomes for children and families.