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Seattle exemplifies the fast-growing private-public school pandemic gap

May 23, 2020 By Nicholas Kerr Leave a Comment

<This op-ed first appeared in the Washington Examiner on May 19, 2020> COVID-19 has thrust parents across the country into the unexpected role of primary hands-on educators. While we all know that the private model of schooling differs from that of public schools, this outbreak has put those differences in stark relief, nowhere more so […]

Nicholas Kerr is a Dallas-based marketing and loyalty executive, currently leading loyalty and CRM marketing for Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy at Brinker International. Previously, he led Microsoft Rewards and held senior leadership positions in consumer marketing and loyalty.

Raised in New Zealand, Nicholas writes The Kerrant, sharing his perspectives on economics, public policy, business, technology, and life. His commentary has appeared in National Review, The Washington Examiner, The Australian, The Australian Financial Review, and New Zealand newspapers including the Otago Daily Times. He has also addressed Chambers of Commerce, think tanks, and other organizations in Seattle and Dallas.

The views expressed on The Kerrant are entirely his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Brinker International, his employers (past or present), or any other organization with which he is affiliated. Read More…