Winter 2019 – Jake Harriman – Marine and founder of NGO Nuru International, speaks about “Others First, You Last”
“Others First, You Last: Unlocking the Potential in Teams to Accomplish the Impossible” In a series of compelling illustrations drawn from his own life, Mr. Harriman, former Marine, and founder of the NGO Nuru International, shares four principles of servant leadership he thinks are vital to success. From his days in combat during the Iraq […]
Fall 2018 – Mr. Bill Kraus – Founder, Mission BBQ, speaks about his life and experiences.
Mr. Kraus, founder of Mission BBQ, shared his life experiences, and his passion for service in the military. He discussed his days growing up in Wisconsin, during tight times, his work with Under Armour and turning down an offer to work for the Green Bay Packers. His ultimate destination, Mission BBQ allowed him to do […]
2018 – “The Ethics of Intrastate Conflict”
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Winter 2018 – Sean Stackley, former Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development and Acquisition
In a talk, entitled, “Profound Simplicity: Wayne E. Meyer, the AEGIS Weapon System and a Century of Maritime Superiority,” Mr. Sean Stackley, former Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development and Acquisition tells the story of Mr. Paul Mann and Admiral Wayne E. Meyer, the “Father of the Aegis Weapon System” and project manager […]
Fall 2017 – Mr. Billy Hurley – USNA Grad and PGA Golf Professional on “Lessons from the Suez Canal”
Pro Golfer and USNA graduate Billy Hurley tells a story from his days as a Naval officer. As Officer of the Watch during a transit of the Suez Canal on May 2, 2009, realizing the awesome responsibility he had for the safety of his ship and crew he failed to ask for help when he […]
2017 – “The Ethics of Future Conflict Scenarios”
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Fall 2016 – General Robert Van Antwerp speaks about that and leadership excellence through character
On the anniversary, General Van Antwerp discusses his experiences in the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001, and then launches into a discussion of Leadership, and how it can be used to develop excellence in character and growth. He contrasts what he calls ‘fixed’ mindsets with 5 innovative things he believes the best leaders do in […]
2016 – “The State and Future of Civil-Military Relations”
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2015 – “Teaching the Just War Tradition”
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Winter 2015 – Annette Simmons speaks about “Personal Profiles in Honor, Courage and Commitment”
“Personal Profiles in Honor, Courage and Commitment” Ms. Simmons, the author of “The Story Factor, Influence and Persuasion Through the Art of Storytelling” drives home the power of stories in their ability to enhance leadership and provide motivation and inspiration. The power of stories presents risks but also tremendous opportunity to lead in a moral […]