Dr. C.J. Huff
Crisis Management, Disaster Response & Recovery Expert
Dr. C.J. Huff brings 19 years of experience in education as a teacher, principal and superintendent across rural, suburban and urban districts. He led Joplin Schools through the aftermath of the May 22, 2011 tornado, and communities recovering from major disasters now regularly seek his advice.
In 2011 he founded Bright Futures USA, a community engagement framework that has since been replicated in more than 70 communities in 8 states, serving over 250,000 students. His recognitions include the 2013 Missouri Superintendent of the Year, 2013 National Superintendent of the Year Finalist, the 2012 Bob Grossman Leadership Award, and People Magazine's 2011 "Heroes Among Us" Award.
Since retiring from public education in 2015, he has worked as a speaker and consultant on crisis leadership and disaster mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. He is a member of the National Emergency Management Association and the International Association of Emergency Managers.
AT A GLANCE
Led Joplin Schools through the May 22, 2011 tornado and recovery
19 years in education as teacher, principal and superintendent
2013 Missouri Superintendent of the Year; 2013 National Superintendent of the Year Finalist
Founder of Bright Futures USA (2011), now in 70+ communities across 8 states
Member, National Emergency Management Association and International Association of Emergency Managers
SESSION
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ADDRESS
405 N Jefferson Ave,
Suite 1015
Springfield, Missouri, 65806