Emily Anne Gullickson is the Deputy Secretary of Education for the Commonwealth of Virginia. In this role, she contributes to the state's educational initiatives and policies.

Previously, Gullickson founded and served as the Chief Executive Officer of A For Arizona, an organization focused on the pursuit of high-quality K-12 schools and classrooms for all of Arizona's students. Her work is devoted to changing the narrative of what is possible in Arizona and the nation regarding education.