Debbie McFalone, Ph.D.

Debbie is the author of three books:

Uncommon Leadership (Rowman & Littlefield), 2018.

Live Well, Lead Strong (McFalone Publishing), 2022

Meeting the Moment: A Call For Courage (McFalone Publishing) 2025

She is the author of The Monday Message, a weekly leadership blog provided to 170 cllients.

Debbie is a frequent guest on leadership podcasts ( Char-Em ISD and "Standing Tall" in 2025 and guest columnist for the MEMSPA newsletter.

Debbie has served and supported hundreds of leaders across Michigan, building on her experience as a teacher, principal, and Area Superintendent to inspire them with knowledge of exemplary leadership and equip them with practical strategies and ideas for their work. As she empowers and supports different teams, Debbie brings a high level of commitment to social justice issues. Her deep knowledge of resilience and educator wellbeing has been key to her authentic support and realistic approach with her clients. Debbie’s skills and knowledge about offering impactful feedback as well as planning and holding difficult conversations have been sought after and have impacted school leaders in a profound way.

Debbie is the co-author of the MEMSPA Leadership Matters program, which has graduated 360 alumni, and has facilitated each cohort since it began in 2010. Debbie currently serves the Michigan Leadership Institute leading training for aspiring superintendents and district leaders. She has worked with school boards across Michigan to assist them in functioning as highly effective, productive teams.