Forum on Leadership: The Heart of America
April 16, 2026
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: The Heart of America
Pre-Recorded
10:53am
Scholar Testimonial and Conversation Three: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union
Scholar Testimonial
Speaker:
- Mark Reilly, President and CEO, The Washington Tattoo; Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program Class of 2025
Conversation Three: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union
A panel on the hard-fought democratic milestones achieved throughout our history that have made our country and its people more free.
Panelists:
- Mark K. Updegrove, President and Chief Executive Officer, LBJ Foundation
- Michelle Ferrari, Director, Producer, Writer, 42nd Parallel Films
- Richie Butler, Senior Pastor, St. Luke Community United Methodist Church
- David J. Kramer, Executive Director, George W. Bush Institute and Vice President (Moderator)
