About
We believe in the power of conversation to change a life and change the world.

Our mission & values
Our mission is to teach and celebrate the deeply human skills that go into great conversation.
We are a purpose-driven, sustainability-focused business built on five core values – integrity, diversity, generosity, ingenuity and reflection – which we strive to embody in all that we do. Learn more about our why here.
Our Team
R.E.A.L.® is a team of passionate professionals (and unabashed nerds), most of whom are former teachers and “school people” with a personal stake in our mission.

Intern Program Inquiries
Francesca Chirco
Intern Program Director


Communications, Press, Social Media, Blog
Molly Donovan
Communications Director


School Partnerships, Media + Speaking Inquiries
Liza Garonzik
Founder + CEO


Teacher Coaching, Product Support, All Things Data
Emily Gromoll
Director of Program


Intern Program Inquiries
Katie Trethewy
UK + International Partnerships Lead


Contracts, Payments, Tech Issues
Jo Towns
Operations Lead

2022 Annual Report
Check out our 2022 Annual report to learn more about our trajectory and how R.E.A.L.® has helped visionary schools across the country ensure that all students feel heard and challenged in class discussion. The punchline? We are grateful for our partners’ pioneering spirit – and excited for what’s ahead.