Diarese George

Dr. Diarese George is the founder and Executive Director of the Tennessee Educators of Color Alliance (TECA), an organization that envisions a future where the diversity of Tennessee educators reflects the diversity of students across the state. TECA provides high-quality programming and networking opportunities to support and retain educators of color across the state; leadership development and advocacy focused civic engagement are two core components of the work.

Previously, he served as the Director of Recruitment for the Nashville Teacher Residency where his primary focus was recruiting more people of color to the education profession. Prior to that, he taught for five years as a high school teacher, with a focus on business. Additionally, he has completed several education leader fellowships that focused on the intersection of policy and advocacy, and serves on several councils, boards, and committees statewide. He has also received several awards to include: Austin Peay’s Young Distinguished Alumni , Tennessee Education Association Presidential Merit Award, Nashville Emerging Leader Award Finalist, 1954 Project Beacon Award honoree, and Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Gamechanger Award.

Dr. George holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, a master's degree in Corporate Communications from Austin Peay State University. He also received an MBA and a Doctorate in Education Leadership from Trevecca Nazarene University.