JAMESTOWN, N.D. (UJ.edu) – University of Jamestown is once again hosting its annual Character in Leadership Conference. The event is scheduled for Thurs., Oct. 8 from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Harold Newman Arena, as well as various locations throughout campus.
It is free and open to the public.
“The 2020 Character in Leadership speaker line-up is slated to address many of the issues facing leaders during this time of uncertainty. No matter our leadership role, the current times call for leadership fueled by empathy, authenticity, and hope. Each speaker brings experience, understanding, and practical advice as a front-line leader,” said Liz Hunt, MA, Director of Character in Leadership.
Greg Hawks, a Corporate Cultural Specialist and keynote speaker at the conference, will explore how to shape an environment where everyone gets to contribute their best, daily.
Expanding on the keynote speech, Hunt explained, “Mr. Hawks is a power-house of dynamic energy and creative vision for leadership. Attendees will leave with solid leadership practice ideas and a sense of empowerment to meet the daily demands of leading in a complex world.”
Breakout sessions will each cover leadership ideas and experiences related to various professional fields. Breakout speakers include Blaze Culliton, ACE Continuous Improvement Leader at Collins Aerospace; Tonya Perkins, Administrator of the North Dakota State Hospital; and Dr. Laura Lynch Professor and Director of Instrumental Music at University of Jamestown.
In-depth details on breakout session topics, as well as more information on the conference, are available at uj.edu/CILC.
