Karen Mayer Cunningham is a nationally recognized special education advocate with over 25 years of experience helping families navigate the IEP and 504 process. Known as the Special Education Boss®, Karen brings truth, clarity, and bold advocacy to the table, empowering parents and professionals to stand up for what the law provides. Through her trainings, weekly livestreams, and now this podcast, Karen shares real-world stories, must-know strategies, and actionable steps that help you show up informed and unshaken. Her mission is simple: to equip families with the tools, language, and confidence to secure the education every child deserves. As the founder of The Academy and a trusted voice across the country, Karen is unapologetic, unwavering, and deeply committed to helping you become the advocate your child needs.

Stephanie Marie is the executive producer and strategic force behind the Special Education Boss® podcast. As a business strategist and growth architect, she helps mission-driven entrepreneurs, advocates, and educators bring their vision to life with clarity and precision. Stephanie is the founder of Gabbie + Company and the Business Growth Society, where she empowers others to build impactful communities, monetize their expertise, and scale sustainably. Her creative direction, systems thinking, and relentless focus on execution have helped bring Karen Mayer Cunningham’s powerful voice to podcast platforms worldwide. When it comes to aligning purpose with profit, Stephanie is the catalyst behind the mic.