With over 105 years of combined experience in education, Mark Keahey, Allen Garner, and Hub Bares bring a deep understanding of school leadership, finance, and operations. Mark and Allen are former public school superintendents and lifelong educators who've dedicated their careers to helping districts achieve operational excellence.

Hub Bares serves as EAR's Business Specialist, bringing over 35 years of experience in corporate and public school finance and budgeting. As a retired school business manager, he adds deep, hands-on expertise in the day-to-day financial operations that keep districts running smoothly.

Through years of working alongside district leaders, the team saw a recurring need: practical, hands-on guidance for new and aspiring superintendents, CFOs, and business managers who want a strong foundation in school finance. The Budget Notebook and EAR's broader services grew directly out of that need.