Summer Learning Institute 2025

Dr. Nancy A. Dome is a renowned speaker, author, and coach who co-founded Epoch Education in 2014, aiming to provide leaders in education and business with accessible professional development focused on equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.Beginning her career as a Child Care Worker, Dr. Dome developed a passion for supporting at-risk students. She transitioned to education, spending a decade as a classroom teacher, Mentor Teacher, and Teacher on Special Assignment in San Diego's Juvenile Court and Community Schools. These roles allowed her to train educators in cultural competence.In 2004, she earned her doctorate, securing a tenure-track position at California State University, San Marcos, where she worked with future teachers to enhance their social justice awareness. Dr. Dome also coordinated a program to support racially underrepresented undergraduates in becoming teachers.In 2008, she joined Pacific Educational Group as Director of Online Programming, creating transformative online professional development for educators. Now, as Founder and CEO of Epoch Education, she guides school districts and organizations in navigating complex equity issues.Dr. Dome is the author of the bestselling Let’s Talk About Race and Other Hard Things and the upcoming The Compassionate Dialogue Journey. Outside of work, she enjoys community service, gardening, and spending time with family.