J Daniel (Danny) Hollinger, PhD

Danny Hollinger is an education entrepreneur, and an accomplished school founder, leader and consultant. Currently, he serves as Head of School for Elite Private School in Abu Dhabi. Previously in the UAE, he served as Head of Schools for a global education company and as Principal of an American curriculum school. He founded and led two International Baccalaureate schools and served as Director of a school for emotionally disturbed students in Washington, DC.

As a consultant, Dr. Hollinger provided school start-up and improvement services globally. H

is first education position was Principal/Teacher for 32 Amish and Mennonite students in grades 1 through 8 in a one-room school in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Hollinger holds a PhD in Education from the University of Virginia, a MEd in Special Education from American University and a BA in General Studies from the University of Maryland. He is also a Certified Professional Coach and qualified to administer the EQ-i.