Dr. Tim Hudson serves as Chief Learning Officer at Discovery Education, where he supports partner districts and internal teams as they develop and implement research-based, innovative and effective learning resources for teachers and students. Prior to joining Discovery Education, Tim spent 12 years with DreamBox Learning (now a part of Discovery) where he oversaw the creation of digital, personalized curricula and assessments in math and literacy that engage students in critical thinking while also providing teachers and administrators with insights to support differentiation and improve student achievement. While at DreamBox, he also facilitated internal company initiatives that helped employees understand the importance of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. Before joining DreamBox, Tim spent over 10 years in public education, first as a high school math teacher, and then as a K–12 district mathematics coordinator and strategic planning facilitator in suburban St. Louis, MO. As an education leader, Tim writes and speaks about innovations in pedagogy, school systems, personalization, assessment, and technology. Born and raised in suburban St. Louis, Tim earned his BA in Mathematics and MAE in Secondary Mathematics from Truman State University in Missouri. He later earned his PhD in Educational Leadership from Saint Louis University. From 2011-2021, Tim lived in Seattle, having relocated there for DreamBox. But he is now back in St. Louis where he and his wife have four amazing school-age children and one stray rescue dog who's practically perfect in every way. Tim enjoys laughing, watching movies and TV shows with his family, traveling, recreational sports, problem-solving, and catching a rare nap.