
The 3 Lessons Of Tim Cook
There are many, of course, from the Apple CEO, who just announced he is stepping down. But these are the ones the rest of us can focus on doing better as well.

There are many, of course, from the Apple CEO, who just announced he is stepping down. But these are the ones the rest of us can focus on doing better as well.

From naval combat to building companies, his remarkable ability to remain calm wasn’t coldness or detachment. ‘It was a different way of processing chaos.’ And it has proved invaluable.

From building Hain Celestial into a multi-billion-dollar natural and organic powerhouse, to forging new venture Tilray Brands, Simon shares the lessons about leadership he’s learned along the way.

On the latest episode of Corporate Competitor Podcast, Kane, who also served as president of Wendy’s, a explains how embracing discomfort, conflict and constant learning became his formula for winning in business.

In a world where business increasingly resembles the pit wall—fast, visible and unforgiving—Claire Williams’ lessons resonate far beyond motorsport.

If your feed isn’t carrying your real thinking, it’s not just noise—it’s costing you credibility and opportunity.

A tech entrepreneur who built and sold two companies argues that the secret to great management isn’t strategy or experience—it’s the quality of attention you bring to the present moment.

The leaders who win consistently are those who sweat details, design for loyalty and experience their business the way customers do.

More than a third of large organizations are undergoing business transformations at any given time, but only about 12 percent achieve their original ambition. Here’s what goes wrong, and how boards can help.

In the first 90 days, the right conversations matter more than most new managers realize—and CEOs can play a critical role in making sure they happen.
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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.