Forum on Leadership 2023

April 20, 2023
The Forum on Leadership is a landmark gathering that develops, recognizes, and celebrates leadership by bringing together notable voices for in-depth discussions on today’s pressing issues.

Forum on Leadership 2023

Pre-Recorded
11:17am

Keynote Conversation with Governor Glenn Youngkin

America is a diverse nation. The health of the democratic spirit is at risk if division triumphs over cooperation. How do we unite the American people? How do we create a culture and community that better serves future generations? With years of executive leadership experience, the 74th Governor of Virginia, Glenn Youngkin will discuss governing in a polarized world and his experience in office.

Speakers:

  • Ken Hersh, President and CEO, George W. Bush Presidential Center (Moderator)
Upcoming 9:00am
Forum on Leadership 2023: Welcome Remarks and Is the American Dream at Risk?

Manifest destiny once took Americans westward and beyond to build opportunity. Our education system made us a global talent superpower. Together, that created formidable economic growth. In this panel, we will discuss where job opportunities, readiness to work, and regional strength connect in a post- COVID America. Where does opportunity exist now in America, and what do we need to create more of it?

Speakers:

  • Nicholas EberstadtHenry Wendt Chair in Political Economy, American Enterprise Institute
  • Rob PortmanU.S. Senator (R-OH, 2011-2023); Director, Office of Management and Budget (2006-2007); U.S. Trade Representative (2005)
  • Anne Wicks, the Ann Kimball Johnson Director, Education and Opportunity, George W. Bush Institute (Moderator)