Justin Patton – Keynote Speaker, Coach, Author

Trust Architect

Helping leaders build the type of trust that keeps people coming back.

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Trust is every leader’s and organization’s biggest competitive advantage

Every leader I’ve ever coached gets that trust is important, but they don’t all know what it takes to build that trust in their personal relationships, on their teams, or across the organization. I consistently go into organizations and see teams overwhelmed, managers avoiding performance conversations, employees not trusting the executive leaders, and team members waiting for something better to come along so they can leave. That’s not a great business strategy, and it costs every company time, money, and talent.

Companies compete on the employee experience, and trust matters!

Everyone has a role in making the employee experience great, but managers have the most impact on an employee’s day-to-day experience. They influence whether people buy into their management style, the organization’s direction, how people collaborate, and what people believe about themselves and their future inside the company. Every choice managers make either builds or erodes trust, ultimately shaping the team’s and company’s success. 

I work with managers and executive teams to get out of their own way, think differently about how they lead and communicate, and give them tangible actions to build the type of trust that keeps people coming back. 

My approach is based on years of research and practical experience, and I've helped hundreds of organizations and leaders think differently about how they show up, lead others, and build a culture of trust.

trust ar·chi·tect


Someone who communicates with leadership presence and takes responsibility for the glimpses people see of them.

The Benefits of Trust are clear 

Building a Culture of Trust...

 drives performance

When people trust each other, they work more efficiently and effectively, with less time wasted on second-guessing or staying silent.

improves employee engagement

Employees who trust their leaders are more likely to be engaged and committed to their work.

leads to better collaboration

Trust makes it easier to collaborate and share ideas, leading to more innovation and creativity.

fosters opportunity

Trust creates a better brand reputation which leads to attracting new customers, partnerships, and promotions.

increases profitability

High-trust workpaces are more profitable because they have lower turnover and often provide better customer service.

Our Services

Justin’s keynotes, workshops, and coaching programs empower leaders to think differently about who they are, how they communicate, and the impact they make in the world.

Keynote Speaking

A high-energy, memorable presentation that engages an audience, challenges them to think differently about their leadership presence, and gives them the insights they need to take immediate action.

Half-Day Workshops

Leadership and communication skills workshops dig deeper into one particular topic, allow leaders to practice relevant concepts, and receive personalized feedback.

Leadership Coaching

I coach leaders around leadership presence and empower them to show up more of who they are at their best. Find out if leadership coaching or a monthly coaching retainer for your organization is the right fit.

Testimonials

Hear What Justin's Clients Are Saying

"Justin was fantastic. Our members were highly engaged – which is difficult to do in a virtual event. We will definitely be inviting Justin back again."

"I was incredibly impressed with Justin. The energy he brought to the process, and the level of engagement with the audience was simply as good as I’ve ever seen – if not better."

"Justin is genuine – you can feel his authenticity. He has the ability to connect with his audience at a level that all professional speakers desire, but very rarely achieve."

"Justin brought energy. He brought passion, and he totally energized the room. He reinvigorated our organization to take it to the next level."

Hi, Y'all. I'm Justin.

When I was a young boy growing up on a farm in Mt. Washington, Kentucky, I always thought I’d be a lawyer. I’m not sure if it was because I loved talking or because I’ve never backed down from an argument. Heck, it might have been my realization that bailing hay and herding cows was not my calling.

Regardless, life had a different plan.

My dad unexpectedly passed away when I was 18. That event changed everything. As a result of not knowing how to deal with the pain, I emotionally disconnected and threw myself into my career. It took 12 years to have my wake-up call and reimagine how I showed up in the world.

I now have the privilege of taking all the lessons learned, all the training and certifications I’ve acquired, all the books I’ve written, and use it to help others reimagine how they show up in the world as well.

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