In Part 1 of this two-part series on succession planning, Michael Lubelfeld, Superintendent of Northshore School District 112, joins the Culture Eats Everything podcast. He reflects on his leadership journey, the intentional planning behind his upcoming retirement, and how he and Deputy Superintendent Monica Schroeder are working together to ensure a seamless leadership transition. A candid conversation filled with lessons on legacy, communication, and the power of thoughtful planning.