Released November 11, 2025
In this episode of Building a Culture of Collaboration, Lorna and Kurtis are joined by William D. Parker, the founder of Principal Matters, an educator, author, speaker, and executive coach who equips leaders with strategies for motivating students, inspiring teachers, and strengthening communities. His newest book, Whose Permission Are You Waiting For? An Educator’s Guide to Doing What You Love, is an inspiring reminder that leaders don’t need to wait for approval to make an impact. In this episode, we dive into William’s journey and explore his insights on building collaborative cultures in schools.
Learn more about William D. Parker at https://williamdparker.com/
Connect with William D. Parker
Email:
X: @williamdp
Connect with Kurtis Hewson
X @hewsonk27
X @LornaHewson
