Elizabeth Orme

Founder & CEO

Elizabeth spearheads Creatively Focused's growth and mission to empower special educators. With a diverse background in research and education leadership, she's committed to making teaching a fulfilling career. Since its establishment in 2016, Creatively Focused has seen remarkable success, growing revenue to $2.7 million by providing services to Minnesota school districts of all sizes.

In 2021, Creatively Focused launched axis3, a web platform offering on-demand support to special educators nationwide. Under Elizabeth's guidance, axis3 has gained traction, serving over 1000 users in seven states across 100 school buildings. Elizabeth's strategic prowess secured a $3 million seed investment for Creatively Focused, enabling further growth.

Elizabeth is a visionary leader at the nexus of education and technology, recognized for her business acumen and thought leadership. Her contributions have earned her acclaim, including nominations for the CODiE and EdTech Digest Awards, and recognition in MSPBJ's Women in Business and the Inno Startup on Fire Award. With her dedication and leadership, Elizabeth is reshaping education for a brighter future.