Erika Donalds to Join CPAC USA 2026

CPAC is proud to announce that Erika Donalds is a confirmed speaker for CPAC USA 2026 in Grapevine, Texas, March 25-28.

Erika Donalds is CEO of Education Freedom Foundation and Chair of Education Opportunity at the America First Policy Institute and an expert on education policy and school choice. She is the founder and chairwoman of immersive edtech company OptimaEd and has founded six classical charter schools. Donalds served as a U.S. Representative from Florida's 19th congressional district from 2023 to 2025 and previously in the Florida House of Representatives. She is a seasoned business executive who spent 20 years in the financial services industry, serving as Chief Financial Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, and Managing Partner at a multi-billion-dollar investment management firm. Donalds has also served as an elected school board member and university trustee. Donalds has appeared at CPAC before advocating for education reform, school choice expansion, and bringing accountability and innovation back to America's schools.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Erika Donalds at CPAC USA 2026! 

Reserve your tickets today here.