UChicago Leadership & Society Initiative (LSI)

On December 5, we will be joined by Peter K., President and CEO of Next50, to discuss the trends and challenges of longevity and how aging can be embraced as an opportunity for individuals and society. Register to join us here:? https://lnkd.in/guXDFnKi

We believe there are many compelling reasons to support leaders in moving from a time of generation and acquisition to a time of contribution. LSI Senior Advisor David Brooks shares an inspiring and personal story that motivates us to explore the deeper purpose behind our own journey.

Congratulations to inaugural LSI Fellow Barbara Kreisman, PhD, who was recently appointed Commissioner on Aging for the state of Colorado. Barbara has had a longstanding commitment to supporting healthy aging and growing opportunities for connection and contribution among older adults. We're thrilled to see her leadership recognized through this appointment, and excited for her to continue advancing this important issue. Learn more about Barbara and her values-driven approach to leadership here?https://lnkd.in/gfkUkH-j

We are proud to offer accomplished leaders an unparalleled opportunity to transition into purposeful next chapters. Amaechi Ndili shares his experience as a Fellow in the inaugural cohort of the Leadership and Society Initiative. Join us to create meaningful change in your life and society by applying for our 2025-2026 cohort. Begin your candidacy by today, November 14th, to be considered for early admittance:?https://lnkd.in/gTMCt9qW

As a faculty member of the Leadership and Society Initiative, Jens Ludwig offers valuable insights into his work with LSI. "LSI creates an exciting opportunity to bring accomplished leaders into the University community for meaningful, two-way learning. Their expertise and experiential wisdom significantly enriches perspective on campus, and they can be extraordinary activators for extending some of the new evidence and discoveries we generate here. I've been a longtime Faculty Advisor to LSI and have had LSI Fellows in my classes, as project collaborators, and most recently in a two-day symposium on violence reduction, and it's been a pleasure to learn from and with these leaders along the way." Jens serves as Distinguished Service Professor, Director of the University of Chicago's Crime Lab, Co-Director of the Education Lab, and Co-Director of the National Bureau of Economic Research. We are fortunate to have him serve as an advisor to Fellows and a key partner in our Immersion Days focused on Violence Prevention and Community Safety. We appreciate his ongoing support and work with LSI Fellows.?

"[LSI] proved to be the perfect pause and potential bridge from a more than 25-year career in the communications industry to something entirely different." As an alumnus of LSI's inaugural cohort, Geoff Curtis shares his experience with "Taking a Pause" to pursue his next chapter in the LSI fellowship. Read his story here:?https://lnkd.in/gfawjanW

Given my passion for leadership effectiveness and lifelong learning, I am thrilled to be an advisor to the UChicago Leadership & Society Initiative (LSI). Seth Green creates a dynamic environment for advisors to contribute their talents and perspectives for the benefit of LSI and its participants.

Our LSI mentors and advisors are extraordinary leaders. Today, we're proud to showcase Jeffery Perry, Founder and CEO of Lead Mandates LLC, for his invaluable guidance and support. After retiring as Global Client Service Partner at EY in 2020, Jeffery has designed a portfolio life where he serves on corporate and non-profit boards, including currently serving as a Board Director for Fortune Brands Innovations and as Chair of the Board of Trustees at Babson College. Jeffery's quote speaks to what he values about LSI and why he is an advisor and ambassador in our efforts. #MentorMonday #InspiredbyLSI #AdvisorsInAction

This #throwbackthursday, we're sharing the stories of our inaugural cohort of Fellows! After a year in the Leadership and Society Initiative, Laura Dunne reflects on her experience and shares her advice for future Fellows. Watch our video to hear her valuable insights. We’re currently accepting candidacies for our 2025-2026 cohort. Begin your journey here:?https://lnkd.in/gTMCt9qW

You are invited to our next virtual information session on Monday, November 11, where prospective candidates will have the opportunity to learn more about the fellowship from Dean Seth Green, LSI Director Diana Petty, and LSI Fellows who will share their experience. Please register to join us here:?https://lnkd.in/gDpPHsaU