Josh Thomases

Josh Thomases is the founder and CEO of IPsquared, a leadership consulting group committed to helping socially conscious organizations achieve their fullest potential. During 30 years in public service, Josh has worked with educators and leaders to build impactful, reflective, and equitable organizations. Josh began his career as a founding teacher at El Puente Academy for Peace and Justice, a nationally known model for community-driven, culturally responsive, education. At the NYC Department of Education, Josh oversaw the opening of 350 new small schools and spearheaded the k-20 college and career readiness agenda for the city. Later he served as Dean at Bank Street College of Education where he oversaw their community programs, launched the Center for Culture, Race and Equity and Prepared to Teach, focused on transforming the teacher ecosystem in the United States. Most recently, Josh led a multi-state charter network designed around high dosage tutoring and national service.