Alyssa Finneyfrock

Alyssa Finneyfrock, serves as the Head of Optima Independent. Finneyfrock brings more than 17 years of experience and has served in various capacities within the independent school landscape. Alyssa’s career path has led her to work in the Charlotte, Nashville, Jackson and Atlanta independent school markets, most recently as the Associate Head of School at Atlanta Academy. Finneyfrock is an educational professional who has expertise in integrating technology into classrooms to leverage student engagement, strategic planning, instructional design, alternative revenue streams, and professional development. She is passionate about building healthy school cultures and creating relevant innovative educational experiences for the next generation of leaders. Originally from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, Finneyfrock holds a bachelor’s degree in Education from Appalachian State University. She has also earned a master’s degree in Independent School Leadership from Vanderbilt University and a specialist degree in Advanced Educational Leadership from Harvard University. She leads and serves on accreditation teams for the Southern Association of Independent Schools and has spoken at The People of Color Conference, National Business Officers Association, and Independent School Association of the Central States. Outside of school, Finneyfrock resides in Atlanta, Georgia and she enjoys traveling, running, and spoiling her dogs