Tenured Education Experts and Renowned Entrepreneurs Join Forces at Dragons Academy to Reimage the Future of the Educational System
BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dragons Academy – a school offering the highest accredited curriculum in the United States using transformative programs focused on nurturing each student through personalized, one-on-one education to drive higher performance with greater flexibility and greater value to families – has announced its Leadership Team.
Dragons Academy is led by experts in personalized education and student development, proven technology entrepreneurs, and leaders who have built successful billion-dollar global organizations. Dragon Academy is designed to address the increasing frustration with public and private education, by focusing on the critical accredited courses and delivering one on one learning, to drive greater learning and maximize the potential of each student, in a more cost-effective way to families.
Dragons Academy Creates A Leadership Team Committed to Excellence
Black Dragon Capital℠ and Dragons Academy have formed a strategic partnership rooted in a shared vision: to empower the next generation of leaders, innovators, and scholars through transformative education. This collaboration brings together Black Dragon Capital’s deep expertise in building high-impact sustainable organizations and its strong commitment to community empowerment with Dragons Academy’s dedication to personalized, one-on-one learning.
We bring together accomplished executives with a proven track record of founding and scaling businesses, a former U.S. Marine with decades of leadership and operational expertise, and nationally recognized education leaders — from researchers to former school district administrators — who have shaped curriculum and guided thousands of students.
This unique blend of business discipline, military precision, and educational mastery ensures we operate like a high-performing organization while keeping our mission centered on student growth and family freedom. We aren’t here to follow the crowd. We are here to help students step up, stand out, and become the kind of leaders parents can be proud of.
The Dragons Academy Leadership team includes:
Courtney Purnell, Ph.D, Campus Director of Dragons Academy
Dr. Courtney Purnell, Campus Director of Dragons Academy, holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Research Methods from Florida Atlantic University, along with advanced degrees from the University of Central Florida and Florida State University. With more than 20 years of experience in teaching, curriculum design, and educational leadership, she oversees curriculum development, teacher training, student life, and community partnerships.
Marisol Rosales, Senior Advisor of Dragons Academy
Marisol C. Rosales brings more than 30 years of experience in education, including leading Manhattan’s 273 public schools as Executive Superintendent. She now consults with schools and organizations across the country, specializing in developing leaders and building innovative, high performing academic systems.
Louis Hernandez, Jr.
Louis Hernandez Jr. is the founder of For A Bright Future Foundation, a nonprofit expanding opportunities for underserved youth in education, healthcare, the arts, and leadership. He is the author of several books on technology, finance, and innovation, including Digital Tsunami (2025). Mr. Hernandez is an award-winning technology entrepreneur having founded and scaled global companies in fintech, e-commerce, and media technology companies with a focus on community impact, and is the CEO of Black Dragon Capital, a global technology-based investment firm.
Sarah Hernandez
Sarah Hernandez is the Founder and Executive Director of Dragon Elite Athletics, one of the largest youth Sports and Leadership organizations in the United States. She is a licensed athletic coach and an accomplished executive. She has over 20 years of experience managing high-level projects in banking technology, media, and defense. She has worked closely with boards and senior executives, building expertise in governance, accountability, and organizational efficiency. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, she brings discipline and leadership that strengthen her role as an accomplished executive.
Together, these leaders are collaborating deeply to build Dragons Academy into a premier educational institution in Delray Beach, FL, that can serve as a beacon of opportunity for members of the community.
“I am honored to lead Dragons Academy at such a pivotal moment in education. Our mission is to ensure every student receives the personalized support they need to thrive academically and personally. With the backing of Black Dragon Capital and the For a Bright Future scholarship, we’re creating a space where innovation, equity, and excellence come together to shape tomorrow’s leaders,” said Courtney Purnell, Ph.D., Campus Director and domain expert in Personalized Education at Dragons Academy.
Dragons Academy
Dragons Academy is dedicated to nurturing each student through personalized, one-on-one education that leverages individual strengths to support unique learning needs. The academy empowers students to achieve success and strive for excellence in all they do. Through a commitment to innovative, student-centered instruction, Dragons Academy fosters academic growth, self-confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Black Dragon Capital℠
Black Dragon Capital℠ (BDC), founded over a decade ago by recognized technology leaders, is a unique multi-phased investment firm focused on disruptive technologies in high growth industry segments that strengthen economic stability within communities. The firm was founded and led by a collaborative team of experienced entrepreneurs with intense operating experience, and a proven track record. They work closely with entrepreneurs to build market leading companies using their proprietary Black Dragon Toolkit℠, which is designed to drive operational value and returns.
Learn more at www.blackdragoncap.com
About Louis Hernandez Jr.'s Foundation For A Bright Future
Louis Hernandez Jr.'s Foundation For A Bright Future is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of underrepresented and underprivileged children through education, healthcare, the arts, and youth leadership development. Our initiatives provide equal opportunity for all children to have the tools and opportunities to fulfill their life goals and become constructive members of our global community. Learn more at forabrightfuturefoundation.org.
Louis Hernandez Jr.'s Foundation For A Bright Future is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of underrepresented and underprivileged children through education, healthcare, the arts, and youth leadership development. Our initiatives provide equal opportunity for all children to have the tools and opportunities to fulfill their life goals and become constructive members of our global community. Learn more at forabrightfuturefoundation.org.
SOURCE: Dragons Academy