Leah Compagnone-Bolt

Leah Compagnone-Bolt serves as Interim Director of the Florida Department of Education’s Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. She brings extensive experience in public service, regulatory compliance, and program leadership across multiple state agencies.

Bolt began her state career with the Florida Department of Education in the Office of General Counsel, where she developed a strong foundation in policy and legal affairs. She later transitioned to the Florida Department of Health, where she spent over a decade overseeing compliance and regulatory functions for several healthcare professions, including the Boards of Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, and Pharmacy.

Building on her broad regulatory and leadership experience, Bolt returned to the Florida Department of Education as Deputy Director of Vocational Rehabilitation before assuming her current role as Interim Director. In this capacity, she is committed to advancing programs that empower individuals with disabilities to achieve meaningful employment and greater independence.