Jen Schwanke, EdD, has been an educator for almost three decades, teaching or leading at all levels. She is the author of Trusted: Trust Pillars, Trust Killers, and the Secret to Successful Schools, four other ASCD books, and hundreds of articles for various education publications.

In addition to providing professional development to districts in the areas of school climate, personnel, and instructional leadership, Schwanke presents at conferences for ISTE+ASCD, NAESP, NASSP, AASA, and various state and national education organizations. She is the co-host of the popular Principal Matters podcast and an instructor in educational administration at The Ohio State University. Schwanke currently serves as a deputy superintendent in Ohio.