Dr. Brad Johnson is one of the most sought-after voices in education today, known for redefining leadership through relationships, trust, and human connection. His work challenges traditional models and replaces them with a people-first approach built on Relational Intelligence (RQ), trust capital, and connection over compliance.

Dr. Johnson is the author of more than 20 books, including Relational Intelligence, Room 212, and his latest release, Coffee with the Custodian. He is currently ranked #2 on the Global Gurus Top 30 in Education and has been named one of the Top 100 Influencers in Education by District Administration.

Through his writing and keynotes, Dr. Johnson helps educators move beyond systems and strategies and into what actually drives impact—how we lead people. His message is simple but powerful: when you elevate relationships, everything else rises with it.

Known for his high-energy, story-driven presentations, Dr. Johnson delivers experiences that challenge, inspire, and stay with educators long after the event. His work reminds schools of a fundamental truth that education is not a system to manage, but a people business to lead.