This study highlights the lack of studies that connect emotional intelligence to leadership. There are numerous studies of leadership and several studies about emotional intelligence; however, there are few studies that connect emotional intelligence to leadership. The study utilized the Bar-On Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQ-i) survey and the scored data set for data collection. A total of 1,019 school superintendents in the states of Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio were asked to participate in the study. A researcher-developed theoretical framework was used to graphically demonstrate a connection of emotional intelligence to transformational leadership. The theoretical framework consists of transformational leadership traits and the scale and subscale components of the EQ-i survey. An effective return rate of 13% was sufficient to develop a connection of emotional intelligence to transformational leadership. While this study established a connection of emotional intelligence to transformational leadership, it did not demonstrate any effect of age, race, or gender. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]