Wayne Jones, a Pittsburgh native, is the CEO of Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship and founder of Dominus High School.

Wayne’s insights into education are highlighted in his Op-Ed, "Entrepreneurial Education Essential for Pittsburgh Youth," and his research on the impact of entrepreneurial education on K-12 teachers’ efficacy in Pennsylvania.

An active community leader, Wayne serves on the boards of The Hear Foundation, WQED Community Advisory Board, PennWest California Alumni Association, Advancing Youth Initiative, and The Sanders Dream Foundation. He also nurtures his passion for youth development as a coach with the Garfield Gators Youth Football program.

Wayne’s contributions to education and the community have earned him several accolades, including recognition as a McLeod Society Fellow, Pittsburgh Magazine PUMP 40 Under 40 Awardee, Schools That Can Robert F. Kennedy School Leader Education Awardee, Pennsylvania Coalition of Public Charter Schools School Leader Legacy Awardee, and New Pittsburgh Courier Men of Excellence honoree.

He holds an Ed.D. in Leadership and Administration with a Superintendent Letter of Eligibility from Point Park University, as well as an MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management from PennWest California. He is a proud graduate of The Linsly School in Wheeling, WV.