Bibb Hubbard is the founder and CEO of Learning Heroes, a nonprofit dedicated to helping parents advocate effectively for their children’s educational success. Grounded in her belief that public education is a critical driver of opportunity and economic mobility, Bibb launched Learning Heroes to strengthen the partnership between families and educators so that every child has the support they need to thrive.
With more than two decades of experience in communications, policy, and advocacy, Bibb has led efforts across the public, private, and philanthropic sectors. She previously held leadership roles at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Widmeyer Communications, and Scholastic. Her public service includes positions at the White House, the U.S. Department of Labor, and the U.S. Senate, where she developed a deep understanding of how policy and practice intersect to shape student opportunity.
Bibb is recognized nationally as a leading voice on parent mindsets and family engagement in education. Her insights and work have been featured on “Good Morning America,” and in The New York Times, TIME, The Hill, Education Week, The Washington Post, and other outlets. A frequent speaker, she is sought after for her expertise on the ways families and schools can collaborate to support student learning, well-being, and long-term success.
Beyond her leadership at Learning Heroes, Bibb is deeply engaged in advancing the education field. She is a Pahara Fellow, and has contributed to the Bipartisan Policy Center’s Commission on the American Workforce through its Working Group on Elementary and Secondary Education.
Bibb earned her bachelor’s degree in political science from Dickinson College.
