Trust & Inspire: A New Leadership Paradigm
Thursday, October 9, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cal Lutheran - Oxnard Satellite Campus
2201 Outlet Center Dr Oxnard, CA 93036
Individual Members: No Additional Fee
Organizational Members: No Additional Fee
Non-Members: $55
About this event
Overview
In this engaging overview session, you will be introduced to the key concepts from Stephen M.R. Covey’s transformative book Trust & Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others. Grounded in the belief that people today don’t want to be managed—they want to be led—this session explores the shift from traditional “Command and Control” leadership to the more human-centered, empowering model of Trust and Inspire. Participants will gain insight into the core paradigm of a Trust and Inspire leader, shaped by five fundamental beliefs about people and leadership, as well as an introduction to the three stewardships—Modeling, Trusting, and Inspiring—that support this transformative approach.
Learning Outcomes:
Through this workshop you will learn about:
- Walk away with a clear understanding of how to lead with greater empathy and effectiveness -- Learn actionable ways to lead with greater empathy and effectiveness, no matter your role or industry.
- Explore the 5 foundational beliefs of Trust & Inspire leaders -- Gain tools to recognize and unlock the potential in those you lead—starting today.
- Apply the 3 core stewardships of Modeling, Trusting, and Inspiring -- Leave with practical strategies to build trust, spark engagement, and influence culture in your workplace or team.
- Reflect on your own leadership approach -- Identify immediate steps you can take to lead with more purpose, authenticity, and connection in your day-to-day work.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is designed for individuals in any career stage—because leadership isn’t about a title, it’s about a choice. The principles of Trust & Inspire offer practical tools you can apply immediately to elevate your impact, strengthen relationships, and lead with purpose. Organizations are encouraged to bring their leadership teams.
Faculty
Jennifer Duston
Jennifer Duston is a dynamic leader with more than two decades of experience in education, leadership development, and nonprofit service. A graduate of the Center for Nonprofit Leadership’s Academy and proud alum of the Ventura County Leadership Academy (VCLA), Jennifer brings a deep understanding of both community impact and organizational growth.
Jennifer served for 10 years as a school principal, leading with a focus on innovation, culture, academic excellence, and community partnerships. She currently works as a Leadership Consultant for FranklinCovey Education, one of the world’s premier leadership development organizations. In this role, she supports school systems and nonprofits across California in building leadership capacity using frameworks such as the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People® and the 4 Roles of Great Leaders®. Her unique ability to connect, support, and catalyze change has made her a sought-after partner for systems looking to strengthen their teams and elevate outcomes.
Jennifer is also the Past President of the Ventura Police Community Foundation, where she helped expand the foundation’s reach and impact through successful fundraising efforts, public engagement, and strategic planning. As a founding member of the foundation, she remains actively involved and continues to champion its mission of building community trust and supporting public safety initiatives.
A lifelong volunteer, Jennifer has served in multiple leadership roles across various Ventura County Non Profits including National Charity League Juniors of Ventura County, FTHS PFSO, VUSD Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Committee and the CTE Advisory Board. She is also active in the Ventura Chamber of Commerce.
Above all, Jennifer is passionate about empowering others to lead with purpose and leave a lasting legacy. She lives in Ventura with her husband Ryan, a fellow educator, and is the proud mom of two daughters—one a recent graduate and one a current student at the University of Oregon (Go Ducks!).