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\n Executive & leadership coaching that builds clarity, connection, and culture.\n

\n Kurt combines practical leadership experience with proven coaching strategies to help clients achieve their goals.\n

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\n “Entering my first year as a Superintendent of Schools was daunting, with many complex decisions to navigate. One of the best decisions I made was connecting with Kurt for coaching. His wealth of experience provided invaluable guidance during a year filled with uncertainty. Kurt’s thoughtful approach encouraged deep reflection and helped me grow as a leader. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking mentorship and support while navigating the complexities of educational leadership.”\n

— Ryan Reed, Superintendent (CEO), Rocky View Schools, Alberta

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\n “Kurt exemplifies the qualities of an excellent coach. His strong listening skills, insightful questions and client-centered approach created a safe and supportive environment where I felt comfortable exploring my challenges and deepening my self-awareness. His insightful guidance helped me to increase my confidence and move towards my goal of being an effective and ethical leader. Working with Kurt has been an invaluable experience in my leadership journey. From trustee to aspiring school leader, I highly recommend engaging in coaching sessions with Kurt for any leader looking to grow and achieve their full potential.”\n

— A grateful coachee: Debbie McKibbin, Superintendent (CEO), Canadian Rockies School Division, Canmore, Alberta

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\n “Kurt has been exceptional to work with as a coach. Over the past several months Kurt has helped me move forward in my career in more ways than one. I always appreciate his patience but more importantly his unique approach to helping me identify, find, and work my way through challenges. Working with Kurt has helped to expand my thinking and set me up for both personal and professional success. Thank you Kurt for spending time with me and helping set me up on a pathway to success.”\n

— Jordan Lewis (he/him) M.Ed, OCT — Sr. Partner Development Specialist, My Blueprint, Ontario.

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What we do

\n Kurt Sacher, CEO of Sacher Solutions, brings over 39 years of experience in education and a proven record of system‑wide leadership.\n He served as Superintendent of Chinook’s Edge School Division for 15 years, earning the provincial EXL Award for Excellence in School System Leadership (2021)\n and the Roy E. Cope Award for significant contributions to the division (2025). Prior roles include Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources for Wolf Creek Public Schools and school‑based leadership in BC and Alberta.\n

\n A respected facilitator, Kurt has led professional learning for several school divisions and presented for CASS summer leadership programs for over two decades.\n He served as CASS President (2018–19) and on its Board for five years.\n

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Executive & Leadership Coaching

Certified Executive Coach (Royal Roads University,\n2024).

• Increase self‑awareness and uncover blind spots
• Expand leadership thinking and decision‑making capacity
• Strengthen commitment and accountability
• Leverage 15 years as CEO of a large school division
• Integrate relevant leadership literature and tools

Sessions in person or online, once or twice a month.

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Presentations

Over 20 years of presenting to diverse audiences.

• ATA conferences, NSBA, CASS (Start Right, Leading for Learning), Olds College
• Administrative groups across Alberta
• Most requested: “Leading Without a Nametag: The 7 Dimensions of Leadership”

Custom presentation design available on request.

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Formative 360 Processes

Confidential interviews with colleagues to gather perceptual data.

• Analyze and summarize feedback for the leader
• Highlight strengths and successful behaviours
• Pair insights with actionable strategies

Leads to clear, targeted plans for continuous improvement.

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Leadership Development & Training

• Build high‑performance cultures
• Enhance communication and collaboration
• Navigate change effectively
• Develop emerging leaders

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Supporting School Boards & Superintendents

Strengthening Board–Superintendent partnerships to operate as one cohesive team.

• Pre‑session interviews with trustees and Superintendent
• Full‑day facilitated sessions to create shared commitments
• Alignment for trustee transitions and upcoming elections

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Loss Coaching

Forward‑focused support for major life transitions (job loss, divorce, bereavement).

Draws on personal experience, including the loss of his son in 2019, combined with executive coaching expertise.

Not counselling — a practical, supportive process to build a meaningful next chapter.

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In the news: Chinook’s Edge celebrates Kurt Sacher’s legacy

Chinook’s Edge School Division shared a heartfelt send‑off for retiring Superintendent Kurt Sacher, highlighting his 15 years of service and lasting impact on leadership and culture.

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Educator with a vision

A look back at Kurt’s early days as Chinook’s Edge superintendent, focused on collaborative, people‑centred leadership and division‑wide alignment.

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Services

What we do

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Executive & Leadership Coaching

Certified Executive Coach (Royal Roads University, 2024).

· Increase self‑awareness and uncover blind spots
· Expand leadership thinking and decision‑making capacity
· Strengthen commitment and accountability
· Leverage 15 years as CEO of a large school division
· Integrate relevant leadership literature and tools

Sessions in person or online, once or twice a month.

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Presentations

Over 20 years of presenting to diverse audiences.

• ATA conferences, NSBA, CASS (Start Right, Leading for Learning), Olds College
• Administrative groups across Alberta
• Most requested: “Leading Without a Nametag: The 7 Dimensions of Leadership”

Custom presentation design available on request.

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Formative 360 Processes

Confidential interviews with colleagues to gather perceptual data.

• Analyze and summarize feedback for the leader
• Highlight strengths and successful behaviours
• Pair insights with actionable strategies

Leads to clear, targeted plans for continuous improvement.

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Leadership Development & Training

• Build high‑performance cultures
• Enhance communication and collaboration
• Navigate change effectively
• Develop emerging leaders

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Supporting School Boards & Superintendents

Strengthening Board–Superintendent partnerships to operate as one cohesive team.

• Pre‑session interviews with trustees and Superintendent
• Full‑day facilitated sessions to create shared commitments
• Alignment for trustee transitions and upcoming elections

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Loss Coaching

Forward‑focused support for major life transitions (job loss, divorce, bereavement).

Draws on personal experience, including the loss of his son in 2019, combined with executive coaching expertise.

Not counselling — a practical, supportive process to build a meaningful next chapter.

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In the news

Press & features

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In the news: Chinook’s Edge celebrates Kurt Sacher’s legacy

Chinook’s Edge School Division shared a heartfelt send‑off for retiring Superintendent Kurt Sacher, highlighting his 15 years of service and lasting impact on leadership and culture.

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New superintendent selected for Chinook’s Edge

In 2009, Kurt was named superintendent of Chinook’s Edge — Alberta’s largest rural school division — after a Canada-wide search. The board cited his collaborative leadership, strong work ethic, and deep experience across Alberta and BC.

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Excellence in School System Leadership Award

In 2021, Kurt received the provincial EXL Award at the College of Alberta School Superintendents annual meeting — recognizing exemplary leadership and his impact enhancing the profession of school system administration across Alberta.

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\n centralabcac\n This year we hosted our first ever pre-conference leadership workshop. A day dedicated to building leadership skills lead by Stu Henry and Kurt Sacher. Our Leadership Workshop brought together professionals from across the community to strengthen their leadership skills, challenge their thinking, and gain practical tools they can take back to their teams and organizations.\n … \n more\n

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