Michael Horne

Michael A. Horne, EdD, MPP

Michael A. Horne is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Parkland Foundation, a position he has held since 2019.13 Prior to joining Parkland, he served as superintendent of the Knowledge Is Power Program (KIPP) in Dallas, where he oversaw the growth of high-quality, college preparatory education for underprivileged children.14

Key Facts About Michael Horne

• Has a Doctorate in Education (EdD) and Master's in Public Policy (MPP) from Harvard University12
• Previously worked in educational roles in New York and Massachusetts before joining KIPP in 20111
• Recipient of the 2018 Dallas Business Journal 40 Under 40 Award and member of the 2019 Leadership Dallas Class1
• Serves on the boards of Year Up DFW and St. Philip's School & Community Center1
• Focused on making healthcare more accessible to individuals in southern Dallas through partnerships with companies like Amazon and Bank of America2
• Established a new mammography center at Redbird to increase breast cancer survivorship in the community2

As President and CEO of Parkland Foundation, Michael Horne is dedicated to addressing barriers preventing vulnerable residents from realizing their full potential.15 He believes that by embedding preventative healthcare services in communities, we can improve economic mobility and ensure that no one has to choose between life-saving care and earning a living.25