Dr. Neil Gupta is the Superintendent for Oakwood City Schools, Ohio. He is excited to lead a high performing district that focuses on the whole child and connects learning to relevant, real-world experiences.
Dr. Gupta has presented at the state, national, and international level in the areas of leadership, assessments, and coaching. Neil has a passion for administrative leadership, coaching teams, and working with teams using effective strategies and tools, such as design thinking and organizational management for positive change.
In 2025, Dr. Gupta was named to join the 2025-2026 Google GSV Innovation Fellowship.
Dr. Gupta is a member of the Buckeye Association of School Administrators, the AASA School Superintendent Association, the National Association of School Superintendents, ASCD/ISTE, the All4Ed Future Ready Schools Advisory Team, and the Finalsite Superintendent Collaborative. Neil also serves on the District Administration Leadership Institute Team Advisory Board and is recognized as a National Association of Schools Superintendents Influencer. He also serve on the Muse Machine Board of Trustees supporting and advocating for the arts.
Awards
2025 Nominee for Excellence in Small School District Leadership, National Association of School Superintendents
- 2024 Leader of Distinction, District Administration
2024 Top 100 Influential Educators in America, District Administration
2024 Superintendent to Watch, AASA Superintendent Association
2024 Nominee for Excellence in Small School District Leadership, National Association of School Superintendents
Neil Gupta, Ed.D. 
I have found no greater joy in my life than being an educator for the past 20 years. I spent the first 10 years as a high school language arts teachers and the last 10 as a principal. The latter has given purpose an meaning to what was once a lost soul. It is great to see a fellow Indian pioneer our journey in the field of education. Continue to empower and inspire.
Thank you so much, Dr. Mody! I agree – it’s nice to know other Indians in the profession!
Hi Dr. Gupta –
Can you please provide me with your email? I am a Principal at BASIS Independent Fremont Upper School and would like to see if you are available to do a professional development workshop for my teachers.
Thank you!
Francine Davis
Hi, Francine! Wow! I am honored! You can email me at neil.gupta@farthertogether.org