About Christopher Nesmith
Founder, Turbare Collaborative | Superintendent | Systems Builder
​​Christopher Nesmith is a nationally recognized education leader and the founder of Turbare Collaborative, a consulting practice rooted in the belief that trust is the system. A current superintendent, Chris specializes in helping schools, communities, and employers co-design bold, aligned, and equitable pathways for every learner—from early learning through career-connected learning and beyond.
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His leadership has transformed systems through youth apprenticeship, mastery-based learning, early childhood initiatives, and postsecondary readiness strategies. His doctoral research explores the role of trust in building inter-organizational partnerships—work that now informs his unique consulting framework.
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Chris has contributed to national efforts with AASA, Washington STEM, LAUNCH, and the Western Governors’ Association. At every level, his mission is clear: to stir systems, build trust, and align people around what students truly need.
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Education
2017 - 2025
Washington State University
Ed.D. (ABD), Educational Leadership
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Dissertation: Forging Trustful Connections: A Case Study on The Role of Trust in Forming Inter-Organizational Relationships for Youth Apprenticeship Programs in Career and Technical Education.
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Focuses on the critical role of trust in cross-sector partnerships for scalable, equity-driven CTE and apprenticeship systems.
2008 - 2010
University of Washington
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Educational Administration
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Emphasized instructional leadership, organizational change, and public school administration with a focus on equity-centered reform.
2001 - 2006
Central Washington University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Education
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Laid the foundation for your early career as an educator and launched your focus on real-world, skills-based learning systems.