Dr. Mark Adler is a lifelong educator, community advocate, respected leader, motivational speaker, husband, father, and friend dedicated to helping others discover hope, purpose, resilience, and their capacity to lead with compassion.

Currently serving as Chief Strategy and Development Officer at CRCC (Connected Roots Care Center) in Omaha, Nebraska, Dr. Adler continues his commitment to serving children and families. Prior to joining CRCC, he served as Superintendent of Ralston Public Schools and has devoted more than 30 years to education, student success, and leadership development.

Mark and Joni are the proud parents of three children. Their daughter, Jade, is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, serves as a Captain in the United States Army, and recently earned her law degree from Syracuse University. Their son, Reid, remains forever 15 and lives on through the legacy of hope and kindness he shared with others. Their youngest daughter, Kamille, is a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Omaha and is employed serving Douglas County in Nebraska.