Timothy Leonard

Upon earning a bachelor's degree in English at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT, Timothy "TJ" Leonard began pursuing a career in the education sector. He subsequently earned master's degrees in teaching as well as administration and supervision at the school while working as an English language arts teacher at Middlebrook School in CT. Timothy Leonard worked at the school in an educator capacity for more than 15 years and last served as instructional leader for its English program.

Timothy Leonard collaborated with teachers to develop and implement the program. He also facilitated monthly department meetings and put together professional learning materials for teacher self-reflection and development. In addition, he continued to expand upon his education credentials by completing an EdD in instructional leadership at Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, CT.

Dr. Leonard shifted his career focus in 2015. He founded ConnArtists Concerts that year to promote Connecticut artists and enhance the state's music scene. Working with a trio of vendors in the state, he plans and promotes live music shows for groups and artists including Scars on 45, The Ghost of Paul Revere, Lou Barlow, Stephen Kellogg, and Josh Rouse. He also serves as a marketing consultant for one of the partner venues, Woodbury Brewing Company.