2009 - 2010 Season
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A panel of expets from a wide cross-section of industry gathered at a Technology Conference on June 9th discussed how the risks of the present business climate creates an environment of innovation and reinvention that ultimately benefits business. Moderated by John Gentry, Senior Partner, CSC and Co-Chair of the Club's Technology Committee, the panel shared best practices, war stories from the "front line," and key factors to drive better performance, value and brand in this dynamic market.
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In today's challenging economic climate, it is more important than ever to build positive relationships with former colleagues, mentors and professional associates. On May 25th, Maria Bartiromo, Anchor of CNBC's "Closing Bell" and Host and Managing Editor of "The Wall Street Journal Report with Maria Bartiromo" moderated a distinguished panel of women discussing the importance of building, maintaining and using their "personal board" to help shape their career. The panel shared tips about how to build a sucessful network, be a mentor to new leaders and navigate today's job market.
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Clarence P. Cazalot, President & CEO of Marathon Oil Corporation delivered timely remarks, "Delivering America's Energy Security" at the Club's annual meeting, addressing some of the hard truths concerning global energy supply and demand in the context of world population growth, developing nations efforts to achieve economic prosperity similar to that of developed nations, and the need to meet our growing energy needs in a responsible way.
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Paul S. Otellini, President & CEO of Intel Corporation, described the need to create a culture of investment in the United States in his presentation, titled, "Reinventing America's Economic Future: Fostering Industries of the 21st Century." Otellini's remarks explored the role of American businesses in partnering with the government in promoting education, innovation and the createion of new business opportunites to maintain a globally competitive economy.
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Public trust in business is at an all-time low, and that's no surprise, considering the global economic crisis was caused, in part, by the amount of opaque risk that was taken within the financial services sector. In an age of excess and abundant credit, financial institutions widely ignored or disguised risk until it was too late. With the ecnomic outlook slowly improving, Joe Plumeri, Chairman & CEO of Willis Group Holdings, discussed the role that transparency must play in restoring trust - and how true risk management needs to be understood and embraced in American business to avoid another crisis.
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The first Global Leaders Luncheon of the year convened four influential executives to discuss "The Impact of Washington's Decisions on U.S. Business" across multiple segments of industry including the retail, financial and manufacturing sectors. Moderated by David Chavern, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the panel disucssed the rapidly growing influence of government over private business and its implications.
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2008 - 2009 Season
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On June 18, 2009, Steve Ballmer, Chief Executive Officer of Microsoft Corporation, provided a dynamic and engaging presentation on “The Role of Innovation in Changing Economic Times” at the final Global Leaders Luncheon of the season. He spoke to over 1,400 members and guests in attendance.
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The Executives’ Club held its Annual Meeting & CEO Panel Discussion, entitled “Winning the War for Global Diverse Talent,” on May 20, 2009. The CEO-level panel discussion focused on strategies for managing a growing global workforce, as well as the pressing need for employers to create a flexible, innovative workplace that fosters diversity and inclusion throughout the corporate culture. The panel discussion was be moderated by Del Jones, USA Today, and featured panelists Gary E. McCullough, President & Chief Operating Officer for Career Education Corporation; Sheila Penrose, Chairman of Jones Lang LaSalle; and Barry Salzberg, Chief Executive Officer of Deloitte LLP.
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On May 7, 2009, Colin Dyer, President and Chief Executive Officer of Jones Lang LaSalle and board member of The Executives’ Club, presented the keynote at the Club’s last Chicago CEO Breakfast of its 2009 Spring Season. His presentation, “Recession and World Real Estate: Impact and Responses,” resonated well with the 300 members and guests in attendance. The audience was left with a better understanding of the global effects of the economic recession on the real estate industry and how corporations, such as Jones Lang LaSalle, are working to counteract the impact of the downturn.
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On April 28, 2009, Craig S. Donohue, Chief Executive Officer of CME Group – the world’s largest and most diverse derivatives exchange – as well as the Club’s Second Vice Chairman, was honored as the 2009 International Executive of the Year. Mr. Donohue address the 1,000 members and guests in attendance on “The Rise of Global Risk Management.”
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Michael Morris, Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer of American Electric Power (AEP)kicked off the Club's 2009 Sustainability Conference, speaking at a Breakfast program entitled “Energy Supply – A Critical Component of the Sustainability Challenge.” AEP ranks among the nation’s largest generators of electricity, owning nearly 38,000 megawatts of generating capacity in the U.S.
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On February 12, 2009, Alan L. Boeckmann, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Fluor Corporation, presented “Getting It Right: Hopes and Realities in the Greening of America” at the Global Leaders Luncheon. He spoke to over 700 members and guests that attended the half day 2009 Sustainability Conference.
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During the January 28, 2009, Women’s Leadership Breakfast Series, moderator Linda Yu, Anchor at ABC 7 Chicago, led panelists Joy Amundson, Corporate Vice President, President, BioScience for Baxter International Inc.; Cheryle R. Jackson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Chicago Urban League and Board member of the Executives' Club of Chicago; Lauralee Martin, Executive Vice President, Global Chief Financial and Operating Officer for Jones Lang LaSalle; and Sheila Talton, Vice President, Globalization Strategy for Cisco Systems, Inc., in a dialogue on “Women Setting the New Leadership Paradigm.” Over 1,000 members and guessed listened to these successful women executives as they discussed how, as more women are finding success in the corporate world and taking on head management positions, the distinction between leadership style is making a strong impact on the workplace.
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On January 8, 2009, the Economic Outlook 2009 Luncheon featured panelists Dr. Robert Froehlich, Vice Chairman at DWS Investments and Chairman of Investor Strategy Committee, Deutsche Asset Management; Dr. Robert J. Sheller, Arther M. Okun Professor of Economics at Yale University; Diane Swonk, Chief Economist & Senior Managing Director of Mesirow Financial; and was moderated by Terry Savage, Financial Columnist of the Chicago Sun-Times. The Luncheon was attended by a record audience of over 1,600 members and guests.
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During the December 11, 2008, Global Leaders Luncheon, speaker Rex W. Tillerson, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, ExxonMobil Corporation, discussed the importance of energy to our nation’s future. In this time of economic challenge and political change, the decisions made on energy policy are critical to our economic recovery and global competitiveness. As nations develop and economies return to strong growth, the world will need more sources of energy. To meet these challenges, there is a need for long-term thinking, wise policies, and innovative ideas. Mr. Tillerson offered his perspective on this important issue.
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During the December 11, 2008, Technology Conference, Shahid Ahmed, Partner, Wireless Consulting, at Accenture, led panelists Joseph Beatty, President & Chief Executive Officer for Telular Corporation; John Donovan, Chief Technology Officer for AT&T; and John Hinshaw, Chief Information Officer of The Boeing Company, on the topic of “Navigating Your Business in a Wireless World.” Panelists discussed how enterprises, carriers, and the government segment have a unique opportunity to leverage new advances in wireless technology to become high performance business and public service entities.
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On November 20, 2008, Kenneth D. Lewis, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of Bank of America, presented “Banking on Main Street” at the Global Leaders Luncheon to 1,200 members and guests. As CEO, Lewis leads one of the world’s largest financial institutions and 2007’s twelfth most profitable company in the world.
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During the October 17, 2008, Global Leaders Luncheon, speaker Antonio M. Perez, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Eastman Kodak Company, shared his insights on “The Reinvention of Kodak: Creating Imaging that Matters.” Mr. Perez discussed how he spearheaded the worldwide transformation of Kodak from a business based on film to one based primarily on digital technologies.
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On October 17, 2008, Technology Conference moderator, John M. Gentry, General Manager for the Chicago Region of CSC, led panelists Shouvik Dutta, Vice President, Hart Schaffner Marx; Jeffrey Gathe, Vice President of Komatsu America Corporation; Joan Kelly, Group Executive, Dual Message and Core Ancillary Applications, Global Technology and Operations, MasterCard Worldwide; and Alan Reiss, Senior Vice President of Country Financial, in a discussion entitled “Emerging From the Economic Downturn – CIO to the Rescue.” The senior IT executives from these various industries discussed how they aided in their companies’ journey to reinventing itself. The conference also revealed the early results of the annual Chicago-based survey, led jointly by CSC and The Executives’ Club of Chicago, providing insight into what is ahead in technology for Chicago businesses, both from a technology user and solutions provider prospective.
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On October 7, 2008, moderator Kristyn Hartman of CBS 2 Chicago, led Desirée Rogers, then President of Social Networking for Allstate Financial and Board member of the Executives' Club; Julia Stasch, Vice President at John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation; and Margaret Stender, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Chicago Sky, on the topic of “Careers in Stages: Defining the Course.” The panelists discussed how the current career path has evolved and how the spotlight is no longer on tenure and dedication to a particular company or organization, but on developing skills that can be translated over multiple fields and disciplines.
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During the September 23, 2008, Global Leaders Luncheon, Olli-Pekka Kallasvuo, President and Chief Executive Officer of Nokia Corporation, discussed “Navigating Our Mobil Future: Opportunities in a Wireless World Where Context is King.” Mr. Kallasvuo examined the opportunities, challenges, and potential of this brave new world of mobility, including a look at some of the future technology that Nokia is working in its labs around the world with major research institutions and with its new American partner, Chicago-based NAVTEQ.
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On September 12, 2008, a Joint Committee Breakfast of the Civic and International Committees entitled “Chicago 2016: An Overview of the City’s Bid for the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games” was attended by over 1,200 members and guests. The program was presented by Patrick G. Ryan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Chicago 2016 and former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Aon.
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2007 - 2008 Season
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During the April 29, 2008, Chicago CEO Breakfast, William Wrigley, Jr., Executive Chairman and Chairman of the Board of Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company, discussed the company’s history, culture and global competitive environment. The 600 plus members and guests in attendance greatly appreciated his insightful remarks on how Wrigley has withstood the short-term pressures and has consistently taken the actions for healthy generational growth by focusing on worldwide talent and innovation.
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During the March 12, 2008, Global Leaders Luncheon, Patricia F. Russo, Chief Executive Officer of Alcatel-Lucent, shared the company’s perspective regarding trends and strategies in the communication industry with our 600 plus members and guests.
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On February 20, 2008, Robert L. Parkinson, Jr., Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of Baxter International Inc., provided an exceptional overview of “U.S. Healthcare Reform: Perspectives and Recommended Actions” to our 800 plus members and guests that attended the 2008 Healthcare Reform Summit.
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On February 20, 2008, moderator Ian Morrison, Ph.D., Internationally noted Healthcare Futurist and Author, led panelists Andrew M. Appel, CEO, Chairman Aon Re Global, Aon Consulting; John A. Edwardson, Chairman and CEO, CDW Corporation; Dean Harrison, President and CEO, Northwestern Memorial HealthCare; John B. Menzer, Vice Chairman and CAO, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.; William Novelli, CEO, AARP; and Scott P. Serota, President and Chief Executive Officer, Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, in discussions on universal healthcare. The panelists discussed what universal healthcare means to consumers and the best business practices and innovative approaches employers are using to create the best value proposition for employees and their families. The discussion explored the importance of healthcare to employees and also what healthcare means to employers.
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On February 20, 2008, Ian Morrison, Ph.D., Internationally noted Healthcare Futurist and Author, shared his insights on “The Future of Healthcare: The Quest for Value for All Americans.” Dr. Morrison discussed models of change, the quest for value, and health reform and the quality and current state of healthcare in the U.S. at the 2008 Healthcare Reform Summit.
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On January 11, 2008 the Economic Outlook 2008 Luncheon featured panelists Jack Ablin, Executive Vice President & Chief Investment Officer, Harris Private Bank; Diane C. Swonk, Chief Economist & Senior Managing Director, Mesirow Financial; Dr. Robert "Bob" Froehlich, Chairman of the Investment Strategy Committee, Deutsche Asset Management; and was moderated by Terry Savage, Financial Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times.
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During the December 12, 2008 Technology Conference moderator Erik Garr, Partner, Diamond Management and Technology Consultants, led panelists William Boni, Chief Information Security Officer & Director of Information Protection Services, Motorola, Inc.; Brian Hengesbaugh, Partner, Baker & McKenzie; and Timothy Zoph, Chief Information Officer, Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, in a discussion entitled “Risk Management: Privacy and Insider Threats.” The panelists provided an exceptional look into issues of security and privacy, and the balance between providing information for customers, while ensuring it is a business asset and protected so it does not become a liability.
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On November 28, 2007, V. James Marino, President & Chief Executive Officer of Alberto-Culver Company, discussed the company’s history, global competitive environment, and strategies for success. Mr. Marino presented a compelling argument on how Alberto-Culver can compete successfully against multi-billion dollar global giants.
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On November 8, 2007, moderator Sharon Brady, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Illinois Tool Works Inc., led panelists Carolyn Gable, President & Chief Executive Officer, New Age Transportation Distribution & Warehousing, Inc.; Kathryn Hayley, President & Chief Executive Officer, Aon Consulting U.S.; Alice M. Peterson, Founder & President, Syrus Global, in a discussion entitled, “Can You Be an Entrepreneur in a Corporate Setting or Do You Have to Get Out?” This program focused on entrepreneurs in the corporate world, women effecting change with an “intra-preneurial” spirit, and explored how companies create a climate of strategic innovation, with an eye toward forward-thinking hiring and promotion practices.
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During the Finance Committee Breakfast on November 5, 2007, John Snow, Chairman of Cerberus Capital Management and Former Secretary of U.S. Treasury, shared his insights on “Private Equity, the Liquidity Crunch and the State of the Global Economy.” Our 400 plus members and guests were captivated by Secretary Snow’s presentation on private equity and the pivotal role it can play in the marketplace. Secretary Snow shared that Cerberus Capital’s investment in Chrysler has created a different, more effective environment where key managerial decisions, such as the recent cut of Chrysler’s fourth quarter production, can be made in a matter of minutes rather than weeks or months.
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During the October 16, 2007, Technology Conference moderator John Gentry, Partner and Managing Director, CSC Consulting, led panelists Paul Manikiewich, CTO, Alcatel-Lucent; Bahman Koohestani, Senior Vice President & CIO, Orbitz Worldwide; Karenann Terrell, CIO, Baxter International Inc., in a discussion entitled, “Preparing for Success: Networked Economy 2.0.” The panelists provided expert insights into the issues regarding the implications of extending the enterprise beyond the four walls of the organization and the boundless collaboration between business partners within their respective ecosystems. They highlighted how networked economy is creating a new breed of senior managers, business applications, and enabling technology that supports enterprise.
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On September 20, 2007, moderator Diana Farrell, Director, McKinsey Global Institute, led panelists Peter G. Peterson, Senior Chairman & Co-Founder, The Blackstone Group; Abigail Johnson, President, Fidelity Employer Services; and Todd Groome, Advisor, The Monetary & Capital Markets Department, International Monetary Fund, in a discussion titled “The Impact of the Global Age Wave on Capital Markets.” The panelists explored the impact of shifting demographics on business and society, and how aging populations will affect global savings, market dynamics, liquidity, risk, and future levels of household wealth and income.
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2006 - 2007 Season
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On June 5, 2007, top IT experts from different industries conducted an in-depth and candid discussion on how organizations can add value by utilizing partnerships between IT and lines of business. Participants included: William Grubbs, Executive Vice President, Spherion Corporation; Mike Fuqua, Senior Vice President, Strategic Development, Global Crossing; Garry Kelly, Chief Information Officer, United Airlines; Frank Modruson, Chief Information Officer, Accenture.
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Mayor Richard M. Daley, City of Chicago, passionately discussed the CPS education system and the bid for the 2016 Summer Olympics, leaving our 1,100 plus members and guests with a better understanding of the true and meaningful partnership between government, business, and the community at large. Mayor Daley offered inspirational insights on pertinent issues such as an extended school year, increasing foreign language curriculum, environmental leadership, as well as transportation issues and initiatives.
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This year's Annual Meeting and Luncheon featured David J. O’Reilly, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Chevron Corporation on May 8, 2007. Mr. O'Reilly's timely remarks on the fundamentals of managing the energy portfolio resonated well with our 600 plus members and guests leaving them with a better understanding of how energy efficiency; protection of core investments; investing in alternatives; and the challenge of environmental stewardship help strategically develop pragmatic solutions to address today’s energy marketplace.
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Our members and guests had the unique opportunity to celebrate the 100th anniversary of UPS with Michael L. Eskew, Chairman & CEO of UPS. Mr. Eskew shared the company’s history and how it continues to transform itself to meet technology and market challenges. He also offered insights into UPS’s vision to remodel itself into a “one-to-one” business where customer experience is used as a measure for innovation.
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On January 25, 2007, the Women’s Leadership Breakfast Series welcomed panelists Ilene Gordon, President and CEO, Alcan Packaging and Senior Vice President, Alcan Inc.; Diane Schueneman, Head of Global Infrastructure Solutions, Merrill Lynch; Perry Yeatman, Vice President – Global Head of External Relations, Kraft Foods; and moderator Jill Smart, Chief Human Resources Officer, Accenture to discuss the topic, “Women in Global Business and Leadership – Real Stories, Real Challenges, Real Opportunities.”
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On January 12, 2007, the Economic Outlook 2007 Conference featured panelists Alan Murray, Assistant Managing Editor, The Wall Street Journal; Diane Swonk, Managing Director & Chief Economist, Mesirow Financial; Dr. Robert "Bob" Froehlich, Chairman of the Investment Strategy Committee, Deutsche Asset Management; and was moderated by Terry Savage, Financial Columnist, Chicago Sun-Times.
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On December 8, 2006 the Technology Outlook 2007 Conference featured panelists William Avery, Vice President and CIO, Brunswick Corporation; Ira Cohen, Senior Member, Technology, Media and Telecom Investment Banking Group, Goldman Sachs & Co.; John Gentry, Managing Director, CSC Consulting; and James O'Conner, Jr., Vice President, Early Stage Accelerator, Motorola, Inc.
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On November 15, 2006 the Transatlantic Partnership Luncheon featured Jonathan Evans, Member of the European Parliament and President of the European Parliament Delegation for Relations with U.S. Congress.
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On October 12, 2006, panelists provided expert insights into the issues regarding IT's contribution to business leadership, its role as an agent of change, and the benefits of having a CIO on the executive leadership. The panel presented an exceptional look into how IT and executive leadership can better compliment one another. Among the panelists were Wendy Gillen, Vice President, Midwest Technology Leader, Capgemini; Michael Carlin, Vice President & CIO, Hospira; Richard Shellito, Systems Vice President, State Farm Insurance; and Randy Burdick, Executive Vice President & CIO, OfficeMax.
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2005 - 2006 Season
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Paul Rand, Partner, Global Chief Development & Innovation Officer, Director, Global Technology Practice, Ketchum joined the Club on January 31, 2006, for the Communication Committee Breakfast and Panel Discussion entitled, "The Blogging Bloom and Its Implications for U.S. Business and Consumers." Mr Rand was joined by expert panelists who included, Jon Iwata, Senior Vice President, Communications, IBM Corporation; Carole Brown, Chairman, Chicago Transit Authority, Managing Director & Head of Central Region, Lehman Brothers; David Weick, Senior Vice President, Information Services & Chief Information Officer, McDonald’s Corporation; and Stephen Baker, Senior Writer, BusinessWeek and Co-author, Blogspotting.net Blog.
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A panel of experts from a wide cross-section of industry gathered at a Technology Conference, "Championing the Pervasive Risks of the Business Climate" on June 9th to discuss the how the risks of the present business climate has created an environment of innovation and reinvention that ultimately benefits business. Moderated by John Gentry, Senior Partner, CSC and Co-Chair of the Club’s Technology Committee, the panel shared best practices, war stories from the “front line,” and key factors to drive better performance, value and brand in this dynamic market.
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In today’s challenging economic climate, it is more important than ever to build positive relationships with former colleagues, mentors and professional associates. On May 25th, Maria Bartiromo, Anchor of CNBC’s “Closing Bell” and Host and Managing Editor of “The Wall Street Journal Report with Maria Bartiromo” moderated a distinguished panel of women discussing the importance of building, maintaining and using their “personal board” to help shape their career. The panel shared tips about how to build a successful network, be a mentor to young women and navigate today’s job market.
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In his remarks Paul S. Otellini, President & CEO of Intel Corporation, described the need to create a culture of investment in the United States, including the role for American businesses to partner with the government in promoting education, innovation and the creation of new business opportunities in order to maintain a globally competitive economy.
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Public trust in business is at an all-time low, and that's no surprise, considering the global economic crisis was caused, in part, by the amount of opaque risk that was taken within the financial services sector. In an age of excess and abundant credit, financial institutions widely ignored or disguised risk, until it was too late. With the economic outlook slowly improving, Joe Plumeri, Chairman and CEO of Willis Group Holdings, discussed the role that transparency must play in restoring trust - and how true risk management needs to be understood and embraced in American business to avoid another crisis.
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In the first Global Leaders Luncheon of the year convened four influential executives to discuss “The Impact of Washington’s Decisions on U.S. Business” across multiple segments of industry, including the retail, financial and manufacturing sectors. Moderated by David Chavern, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the panel discussed the rapidly growing influence of government over private business and its implications.
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