iHeartMedia Chicago presents the Women Inspire Chicago Podcast hosted by Angela Ingram, iHeart Chicago's Senior Vice President of Public Engagement and produced by iHeart Chicago’s Jasmine Bennett.  Angela hosts inspiring conversations with some of Chicago’s top women executives as they share their personal stories of success, including their triumphs, detours, pitfalls and challenges.
 
Alene Mason is the Chicago Public Schools Network 9 Chief of Schools. She is a highly skilled, passionate, motivated, and driven leader who works tirelessly to make a positive impact both inside and outside of the school community. Alene was born and raised on the South Side of Chicago and is a proud product of Chicago Public Schools. She has devoted her entire professional career to education as a Teacher Leader, Network Math and Science Coach, Assistant Principal, Principal, Deputy Chief of Schools and Chief of Schools.
 
Alene’s 25-year career in education is fueled by her vision to help transform and change the lives of others. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Actuary Science from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Master of Arts from Saint Xavier University in Elementary Education and Master of Arts from Concordia University in School Leadership. Alene is nationally recognized as a Cahn Distinguished Principals Fellow and currently serves as a Cahn Alumni Advisor. She sees no barriers when it comes to transforming lives. This is not a job for her, but a ministry, combined with a mission of excellence. 
 
Check It Out and Be Inspired! The Women Inspire Chicago Podcast is sponsored by Potbelly.

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