Being an effective leader means knowing how to work as a team, how to bridge differences, and how to inspire yourself and others to aim high. Learn these skills (and many more) from our experienced team of leadership instructors.

Dr. Paul Porter and Kori Czasnojc

Dr. Paul Porter has been a teacher, counselor, director, school principal, university professor and school superintendent. This broad experience makes him an extraordinary mentor in helping you develop the skills and confidence to become a leader in your school, your community, your family and beyond. Dr. Porter specializes in strengths development, team-building, communication and motivation. Kori Czasnojc, MSW, specializes in organizational development—expanding the capabilities of people to create successful organizational change and improved performance. She’s worked with some of the region’s largest companies, including Intel, Sutter Health and Raley's, teaching such topics as leadership styles and development, diversity and inclusion, and conflict management.