Alex Ragone is a seasoned independent school leader passionate about creating sustainable and inclusive schools that balance academic excellence, social emotional learning, and physical fitness. Over the past 25 years, Alex has dedicated himself to shaping the landscape of independent schools. Currently serving as the Director of Admission and Enrollment Management at Norwood School in Bethesda, MD, Alex brings a wealth of experience gained through leadership roles at independent schools like City and Country School, Collegiate School, The Calhoun School, and AltSchool, where he served as the founding Head of School.

Alex's passion lies at the intersection of strategy and relationship building. He dedicates his professional time to creating consistently joyful, challenging, and engaging school communities. Outside of work, Alex enjoys traveling, backpacking, and practicing Aikido.