The TRUST
Fellows Program
A Leadership Cohort Program Leveraging the Science and Strategies of Influence and Organizational Savvy
A College-Accredited Course with Degree Units & Certificate.
A First in Leadership Learning. 2 Cohort Tracks, 1 Shared Purpose.
The TRUST Fellows Program features a unique and groundbreaking experience where Participants and Executives unite in a first-of-its-kind engagement! This program convenes both cohorts (Mid-managers & Individual contributors, and Director+ to VP+ and Retired Executives) to build trust and long-term bonds, share real-world experiences and expertise, and shape the future of leadership through innovative and interactive learning. We’re shaping the future of leadership by emphasizing trust and deep relationships.
Two Powerful Cohort Tracks, One Powerful Purpose.
The Emerging Leaders Fellows Cohort (Mid-Managers & Individual Contributors) and the Executive Fellows Cohorts (Director+, VP+, & Retired Executives) will engage within their own groups and intermittently merge through this innovative approach:
Cohorts engage in both parallel tracks and collaborate throughout the program:
- Candid, Off-the-Record Exchange: Dialogue in a confidential, safe space. Retired Executives speak most freely.
- Cross-Industry, Field-Tested Takeaways: Apply actionable, proven strategies and solutions.
- Experiential Learning in Cohorts & Teams: Solve challenges and grow—together.
- Science- and Research-Based Frameworks Made Practical & Tactical: Deploy evidence-based techniques in real-world situations.
- Enduring, High-Trust Bonds: Build deep relationships that last beyond this cohort program.
Through dynamic experiential learning, participants gain the practical tools, strategic relationships, and executive insights to develop:
Compounded Social Capital: Trust Typology and Sustainable Relationships
Navigate complex organizational systems with strategic acumen. Build high-value, sustainable relationships that align trust with influence, understanding how to cultivate both cognitive and emotional trust across diverse networks. Strengthen your ability to recognize strategic alliances, leverage political awareness, and establish credibility across organizational levels.
Your Commitment Compass: Intrapersonal Insights & Inflections
Deepen self-awareness and strengthen your leadership core through clarity of values, alignment of purpose, and consistency of action. Examine how intention translates into impact by balancing personal integrity with organizational loyalty. Develop a grounded sense of commitment that aligns your values with how you lead.
Credibility in Context: Cultivate Your Credibility, Reputation, and Legacy
Enhance your influence by strengthening your credibility and reputation. Cultivate authentic leadership that resonates over time and creates your legacy. Reputation remembered + impact = your legacy. Embrace it now, rather than near retirement.
Throughout the course, participants and executives alternate between focused, track-specific learning and dynamic crossover sessions, where they collaborate, exchange perspectives, network, and build lasting relationships—fueling long-term leadership growth and career success.
Innovative collaborative learning, amplified with Elevate’s signature course content and world-class faculty combine to form The TRUST Fellows Program.
In Partnership with the University of California Office of the President—Math, Science, Achievement (MESA).
Program Overview
Target Audience
Mid-Managers & Individual
Contributors
Executive Participation
Director+ to VP+ and
Retired Executives
Focus
Navigating the 26 Executive Pitfalls through shared trust, strategic mentorship, and practical wisdom
Program Format
This program offers a unique educational experience comprised of eight strategic dimensions and deliverables:
Accredited College Credentials
Earn accredited college degree units (applicable and transferable to a degree or CEUs/Certifications), along with a certificate and a transcript with grades.
Executive Advising
Access to advising from executives to help you with your career, leadership, and professional development.
Experiential & Interactive Learning
Engage in dynamic interactions with fellow cohort members, our faculty, and executive-level guest speakers and advisors.
Customized Report
Receive a customized report from the program to share with your managers and colleagues.
Individualized Assessments
Take personalized assessments tailored to your needs, accompanied by actionable insights and advice.
Job Related & Competency Connected
Our course is directly related to your roles and jobs, as it focuses on leadership development that also supports teams and organizations. The learning outcomes reflect leadership, communication, influence, strategic thinking, and more.
Continuous Learning Toolkit & Events
Programs include a toolkit of learning and networking opportunities, such as additional learning sessions, case studies and scenarios, advising sessions, and assessments.
Contribution & Publication Opportunities
Gain opportunities to share your practical insights with others in Elevate publications. If we use your insights, your contribution will be recognized.
Program Format
This program offers a unique educational experience comprised of eight strategic dimensions and deliverables:
Accredited College Credentials
Earn accredited college degree units (transferable to a degree or CEUs/ Certifications), along with a certificate and a transcript with grades.
Job Related & Competency Connected
Our course is directly related to your job roles, as it focuses on leadership development with the stated learning outcomes.
Executive Advising
Access to advising from executives to help you with your career, leadership, and professional development.
Experiential & Interactive Learning
Engage in dynamic interactions with fellow cohort members, our faculty, and executive-level guest speakers and advisors.
Individualized Assessments
Take personalized assessments tailored to your needs, accompanied by actionable insights.
Customized Report
Receive a customized report from the program to share with your managers and colleagues.
Continuous Learning Toolkit & Events
Programs include a toolkit of learning and networking opportunities, including the stated follow-on sessions.
Contribution & Publication Opportunities
Gain opportunities to share your insights in Elevate’s publications.
Upcoming Courses
All TRUST locations connect in four shared virtual sessions.
Executives from every site participate together through the United Executive Network.
This creates a cross-industry advisory community for all cohorts.
Eligible for funding through your organization's tuition assistance benefit. No upfront funding or tuition reimbursement application required.
📅 Thu & Fri, May 28 & 29, 2026
📍 Irvine, California
🕒 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM PT
🎓 Individual Course, 2 Degree Credits
💳 $3,000
Meet the Faculty
Executive Advisors
Senior Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, Insight
Senior Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, Insight
Behavioral Health Director, Kaiser Permanente Northern California Early Developmental Screening Program (EDSP),
Kaiser Permanente
Behavioral Health Director, Kaiser Permanente Northern California Early Developmental Screening Program (EDSP),
Kaiser Permanente
Executive Director, MESA
University of California, Office of the President
Executive Director, MESA
University of California, Office of the President
Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO) (Retired),
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Member, Board of Trustees,
The Aerospace Corporation
Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO) (Retired),
Huntington Ingalls Industries
Member, Board of Trustees,
The Aerospace Corporation
Vice President of Clinical IT Solution Delivery, Providence Health, Providence
Vice President of Clinical IT Solution Delivery, Providence Health, Providence
Director, Nuclear Materials Integration Division, National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
Director, Nuclear Materials Integration Division, National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
Executive Director, Kaiser Permanente
Executive Director, Kaiser Permanente
Senior Director, Northrop Grumman Corporation
Senior Director, Northrop Grumman Corporation
Acting Deputy Director, NOAA Center for Artificial Intelligence
Acting Deputy Director, NOAA Center for Artificial Intelligence
Vice President of Engineering for the Government Services Division, Boeing Global Services, The Boeing Company
Vice President of Engineering for the Government Services Division, Boeing Global Services, The Boeing Company
Faculty, City of Hope
Faculty, City of Hope
IDT&S E&PS Director Product Support, The Boeing Company
IDT&S E&PS Director Product Support, The Boeing Company
Director, Strategy & Business Development, Northrop Grumman Corporation
Director, Strategy & Business Development, Northrop Grumman Corporation
Senior Director, Field D&I, Asian Segment, Northwestern Mutual
Senior Director, Field D&I, Asian Segment, Northwestern Mutual
Director of Digital Platforms & AI Adoption, Motorola Solutions
Director of Digital Platforms & AI Adoption, Motorola Solutions
Program Manager, U.S. Department of the Army
Program Manager, U.S. Department of the Army
Deputy Program Manager, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Deputy Program Manager, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
DEIAB & EEO Officer, Environmental & Social Justice Director – Executive Division, California Public Utilities Commission
DEIAB & EEO Officer, Environmental & Social Justice Director – Executive Division, California Public Utilities Commission
Sr. Product Manager, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Sr. Product Manager, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Vice President Industry Strategy,
Siemens Government Technologies
Vice President Industry Strategy,
Siemens Government Technologies
Vice President, PayPal
Vice President, PayPal
Director of Transmission and Substation Engineering, Southern California Edison
Director of Transmission and Substation Engineering, Southern California Edison
Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Ultra Intelligence and Communications
Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Ultra Intelligence and Communications
VP Programs Quality and Engineering (Retired), Northrop Grumman Corporation
VP Programs Quality and Engineering (Retired), Northrop Grumman Corporation
Supervisory Project Portfolio Manager, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Supervisory Project Portfolio Manager, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Senior Director, Sales Enablement & Operations, Sales Strategy & Operations, Kaiser Permanente
Senior Director, Sales Enablement & Operations, Sales Strategy & Operations, Kaiser Permanente
Director, Career Center,
University of California, Riverside
Director, Career Center,
University of California, Riverside
Executive Director Digital Engineering, The Boeing Company
Executive Director Digital Engineering, The Boeing Company
Sector Vice President of Quality and Mission Assurance (Retired), Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems
Sector Vice President of Quality and Mission Assurance (Retired), Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems
Deputy Associate Solicitor, U. S. Department of Labor
Deputy Associate Solicitor, U. S. Department of Labor
Senior Policy Analyst, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Senior Policy Analyst, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
EEO Chief, Former U.S. Department of Agriculture
EEO Chief, Former U.S. Department of Agriculture
Chief of Staff, Office of the Director of National Intelligence
Chief of Staff, Office of the Director of National Intelligence
Application Delivery Services – Technical Shared Services & Delivery (TSSD), Sr. Director of Demand Management, Governance, & SharePoint Svcs,
Kaiser Permanente
Application Delivery Services – Technical Shared Services & Delivery (TSSD), Sr. Director of Demand Management, Governance, & SharePoint Svcs,
Kaiser Permanente
Asst Admin Ops SCPMG • Medical Office Administration, Kaiser Permanente
Asst Admin Ops SCPMG • Medical Office Administration, Kaiser Permanente
AI Technology Enablement, Product Management, Verizon Business Group
AI Technology Enablement, Product Management, Verizon Business Group
AI Technology Enablement, Product Management, Verizon Business Group
AI Technology Enablement, Product Management, Verizon Business Group
Executive Director of Software Engineering, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, The Boeing Company
Executive Director of Software Engineering, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, The Boeing Company
Senior Partnerships Officer, Ed Advancement
Senior Partnerships Officer, Ed Advancement
Senior Vice President of Workforce Engagement & Impact, Pacific Clinics
Senior Vice President of Workforce Engagement & Impact, Pacific Clinics
Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, PetCo
Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, PetCo
Interim Deputy Director, MESA
University of California, Office of the President
Interim Deputy Director, MESA
University of California, Office of the President
Assistant Director, Strategic Communications, MESA
University of California, Office of the President
Assistant Director, Strategic Communications, MESA
University of California, Office of the President
Chief Executive Officer / Founder, MfgChainX
Senior Vice President Global Technical Operations (Retired), The Boeing Company
Sector Vice President, Global Operations/ Executive Leadership Team (Retired), Northop Grumman Corporation
Chief Executive Officer / Founder, MfgChainX
Senior Vice President Global Technical Operations (Retired), The Boeing Company
Sector Vice President, Global Operations/ Executive Leadership Team (Retired), Northop Grumman Corporation
System Director of Hace Program, Health Access and Comminity Enrichment, City of Hope
System Director of Hace Program, Health Access and Comminity Enrichment, City of Hope
Medical Director and Chief of Staff, Kaiser Permanente
Medical Director and Chief of Staff, Kaiser Permanente
Vice President of Quality, Henkel – Adhesive Technologies
Vice President of Quality, Henkel – Adhesive Technologies
Deputy Associate Administrator, Office of Commercial Space Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration
Deputy Associate Administrator, Office of Commercial Space Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration
Chief Marketing Officer, Covered California
Chief Marketing Officer, Covered California
Tuition Support & Reimbursement
We offer tuition deferment/financial aid, early bird rates, and tuition reimbursement guidance through your employer.
Secure your spot with no upfront payment required.
1
Register for Your
Chosen Program
No upfront payment required.
No cancellation fees—full flexibility.
Go to the Elevate website and complete the registration form for your chosen course.
2
Apply for Tuition Assistance or Reimbursement/Vouchers
Log in to your tuition portal.
Submit the course, review your organization’s requirements (e.g., manager approval, payment options, annual benefit limits), and wait for approval.
3
Attend & Complete
the Program
Join the class, participate fully, and complete the program.
Upon completion, you’ll receive your transcript, ledger, and certificates from Pacific College.
4
Submit for
Reimbursement
Submit the documents to your tuition portal for reimbursement or direct payment, per your company’s policy.
NOTES:
- Not all organizations require manager approval.
- Be sure to check your annual benefit limit, payment methods, and repayment options.
- This course provides degree-bearing units in Business Administration.
- Transcripts, certificates, and receipts will be issued by Pacific College, a WASC-accredited institution.
Executive Trust Matrix
(Used for Advisor Selection)
Organizational Savvy: Ability to navigate power dynamics, decision influence, and informal networks within complex environments.
Deep Trust: The degree to which others consistently rely on this leader for both sound judgment (cognitive trust) and genuine care/integrity (emotional trust).
Executive Pitfalls Matrix
The Executive Pitfalls Matrix uncovers the critical missteps even top leaders often overlook—subtle patterns that weaken influence, misalign strategy, and disconnect vision from results. By proactively addressing these pitfalls, executives strengthen leadership, elevate culture, and drive lasting organizational impact.
The TRUST Fellows Program
