PODCAST EPISODE

How ACSI Built a High-Trust Culture That People Want to Stay In, Featuring Dr. Larry Taylor

February 10, 2026

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Dr. Larry Taylor, ACSI President & CEO, was recently interviewed on the Called to Flourish Podcast from Best Christian Workplaces.

Also listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-acsi-built-a-high-trust-culture-that-people/id1060724960?i=1000748909514

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/307DEJEbuDF6ARoWYEzO72?si=83b9ae56ea6543b6

In this conversation, Robert Wachter and Dr. Larry Taylor unpack how ACSI strengthened organizational trust over time by turning employee feedback into leadership action. Larry shares practical insight on involving executive leadership, sustaining momentum, and aligning culture work with mission and faith values.This episode offers a real-world case study for leaders who want measurable culture improvement—not just good intentions.

Sharpening Kingdom Leaders

ACSI President & CEO Dr. Larry Taylor showcases conversations with Christian school leaders about their calling, best practices, models, and qualities to create a dynamic, growing school culture. Dr. Taylor has served as ACSI's President and CEO since 2019, following two decades as the Head of School at Prestonwood Christian Academy in Texas. He also spent 12 years as a high school principal and Assistant Headmaster at The First Academy in Florida. Dr. Taylor completed his Ph.D. in Philosophy in Leadership Studies from Dallas Baptist University, his master's degree in Education Leadership at Nova University, and his bachelor's degree at the University of Central Florida. In 2013, Dr. Taylor published the book titled "Running with The Horses," which helps parents raise children to be servant-leaders for Christ.