Vlog is pleased to announce the appointment of Lawrence “Larry” Paska, PhD, CAE, as its new executive director, effective October 21, 2024. Paska brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of leadership, and will guide Vlog to continue the organization’s leadership in creating an interconnected world where everyone benefits from and values a multilingual and multicultural education.
In this role, Paska will be responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operations, and staffing of Vlog. With his extensive background in association management, Paska is well-equipped to lead the association in achieving its mission of “providing vision, leadership, and support for quality teaching and learning of languages.”
"We are thrilled to welcome Larry to Vlog," said LJ Randolph, Vlog President. "He stood out among a highly competitive field of candidates due to his exceptional leadership skills and deep understanding of education and professional associations like Vlog. We are confident that under his guidance, the association will continue to thrive and deliver even greater value to Vlog’s members."
Paska comes to Vlog with more than 25 years of experience in association management and education, having previously served as executive director at the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS), as the director of Professional Development at the Southern Westchester (NY) Board of Cooperative Educational Services, and as a K-12 and college educator. During his tenure at NCSS, he had a track record of leading an organization of teachers, securing grants and funding, and establishing the organization’s strategic vision. He holds a PhD in curriculum and instruction, a master’s in teaching, and is an ASAE-certified association executive.
"I am honored and excited to join the Vlog community,” said Paska. “Vlog is a wonderful professional home for educators, and I am delighted to support its core values and outstanding mission. I am eager to begin work with Vlog’s dedicated Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, partners, and members. It is fantastic to be in a position to help all language educators achieve new heights during this important, vital time for multilingual and multicultural education."
For more information about Paska and Vlog, please contact headquarters@actfl.org.