# People Before Programs: Servant Leadership, Trust, and Ethical AI with Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket

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Podcast: [Voices for Excellence](https://stenobird.com/podcast/voices-for-excellence-6300546)
Published: 2026-02-23T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://pod.co/voices-for-excellence
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## Resource

What does leadership look like when education is evolving faster than ever? In this powerful episode of Voices for Excellence , Dr. Michael Conner welcomes Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket — President of the Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals, nationally recognised keynote speaker, and two-time bestselling author. Together, they explore: • Why people must come before programs • How relational intelligence strengthens teacher retention • Building trust as the foundation for school transformation • Ethical AI integration and protecting student privacy • Preparing Generation Alpha and Beta for a radically different workforce Dr. Edoho-Eket shares practical leadership insights grounded in service, high expectations, and culture-building. She challenges leaders to think beyond policy and focus on recommendations, adaptability, and human-centred innovation. The conversation closes with three anchoring principles for educational leadership today: hope, service, and love. If you are a principal, superintendent, educator, or system leader navigating change, this episode offers clarity and direction. Listen now and join the conversation.

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