“Stan Bergman transformed Henry Schein from a specialty generic drug and dental products supplier to a global medical, dental and veterinary products distributor, and associated technology services provider. All the while, he emphasized a family business culture focused on teamwork, recognizing successes
and giving back to the community.”—Cathy Engelbert, CEO, Deloitte
“Stan is the epitome of a great leader. He skillfully navigated changing times in a dynamic industry to ensure his company continues to improve value to customers and deliver strong earnings growth to shareholders—all while setting the bar for the highest ethical and professional standards.”—Dan Glaser, President and CEO, Marsh & McLennan
“A strategic driver and culture carrier, Stan shows what a business leader can do for society. He makes business look good.”—Tamara Lundgren, President and
CEO, Schnitzer Steel Industries “Over a multi-decade period Stan has been able to reinvent his company while enabling it to stay relevant and to maintain its leadership position, as well as stay true to its core mission.”—Fred Hassan, Chairman, Zx Pharma; Partner/Managing Director, Healthcare, Warburg Pincus
“Congratulations, Stan, on being selected as this year’s CEO of the Year. You join a very distinguished list of very successful leaders.”—Robert Nardelli, CEO, XLR-8
“Stan Bergman’s sustained performance, shareholder value creation and impact on his community has been great over a very long time.”—Tom Quinlan, President and CEO, LSC Communications
“His long-term commitment to his enterprise, leading it through vital life stages, renewing his strategy yet preserving the firm’s vital culture, sets him apart from his peers.”—Jeff Sonnenfeld, CEO, The Chief Executive Leadership Institute, Yale School of Management
“He’s been named CEO of the Year, but it’s not due to his performance of just the last year. He’s managed to sustain outstanding performance in an industry where it’s hard to distinguish oneself. His ability to adapt his company’s culture, change his product mix and change his business model over time made for a standout performance.”—Randall Stephenson, Chairman and CEO, AT&T, 2016 Chief Executive of the Year
“He’s a great choice for having sustained performance, but more importantly sustaining his organization’s values.”—Mark Weinberger, Chairman and CEO, EY
“Stan Bergman balanced the ambition to achieve with the discipline to focus on consistent performance. He is a great example for CEO’s of what success looks like for employees, customers and shareholders.”—Maggie Wilderotter, Chairman and CEO, Grand Reserve Inn
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1:00 - 5:00 pm
Over 70% of Executives Surveyed Agree: Many Strategic Planning Efforts Lack Systematic Approach Tips for Enhancing Your Strategic Planning Process
Executives expressed frustration with their current strategic planning process. Issues include:
Steve Rutan and Denise Harrison have put together an afternoon workshop that will provide the tools you need to address these concerns. They have worked with hundreds of executives to develop a systematic approach that will enable your team to make better decisions during strategic planning. Steve and Denise will walk you through exercises for prioritizing your lists and steps that will reset and reinvigorate your process. This will be a hands-on workshop that will enable you to think about your business as you use the tools that are being presented. If you are ready for a Strategic Planning tune-up, select this workshop in your registration form. The additional fee of $695 will be added to your total.
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Female leaders face the same issues all leaders do, but they often face additional challenges too. In this peer session, we will facilitate a discussion of best practices and how to overcome common barriers to help women leaders be more effective within and outside their organizations.
Limited space available.
10:30 - 5:00 pm
General’s Retreat at Hermitage Golf Course
Sponsored by UBS
General’s Retreat, built in 1986 with architect Gary Roger Baird, has been voted the “Best Golf Course in Nashville” and is a “must play” when visiting the Nashville, Tennessee area. With the beautiful setting along the Cumberland River, golfers of all capabilities will thoroughly enjoy the golf, scenery and hospitality.
The golf outing fee includes transportation to and from the hotel, greens/cart fees, use of practice facilities, and boxed lunch. The bus will leave the hotel at 10:30 am for a noon shotgun start and return to the hotel after the cocktail reception following the completion of the round.
