Steve Ventura is the president and lead consultant at Advanced Collaborative Solutions. A highly motivational and knowledgeable speaker, he brings practical, research-based strategies to high-stakes professional development. Steve's experience includes roles as an elementary and secondary teacher and as a school and district-level administrator.

He has authored multiple books and articles, including Improving Instruction Together and Achievement Teams, and is a frequent presenter and keynote speaker at global education events. Steve is passionate about helping school-based leaders build a culture of collective efficacy through his flagship work, Achievement Teams, which has supported countless educators in enhancing their teaching practice.

Michelle Ventura is cofounder of and a professional learning consultant with Advanced Collaborative Solutions. With 30 years of classroom experience, she brings a unique and sensible perspective to professional development grounded in effective teaching and learning. Ventura is passionate about the teaching profession and firmly believes that all kids can learn.

She is known for creating engaging adult learning opportunities that provide participants with immediate possibilities to improve teacher practice. Most days, she can be found leading educators through sessions on Achievement Teams and high-impact instructional strategies.