Panel Discussion on Creative Leadership
Posted on Aug. 6, 2024
The Institute for Creative Leadership at Work, a collaborative initiative between Capital University and Columbus College of Art & Design, is pleased to unveil its next professional development opportunity. On Wednesday, September 18, ICLW will host a compelling panel discussion on creative leadership, exploring themes such as leading across generations, virtual leadership, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Wednesday, September 18
8:30 – 11:30 am (breakfast and networking from 8:30 – 9:00 am)
CCAD – Joseph V. Canzani Center - Auditorium (60 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, OH 43215)
$25
The event will feature esteemed speakers and industry experts, including Marcie Merriman, EY Americas Cultural Insights & Customer Strategy Leader; Larry English, CEO & Co-founder of Centric Consulting; and Erik Farley, Chief People, Equity, & Inclusion Officer at YMCA of Central Ohio. Each speaker will deliver insights based on their specialized knowledge before coming together for a panel discussion on fostering creative leadership within the workplace. Attendees will gain actionable strategies to enhance organizational effectiveness and cultivate a more inclusive work environment.
The panel will be moderated by Kenny McDonald, president and CEO of the Columbus Partnership, a civic organization of Columbus’ top business leaders. McDonald is leading the effort to boost diversity and equity, growth and development, and business and civic innovation – all with the ultimate goal of making the Columbus Region the most prosperous metropolitan area in the United States.
McDonald has been named one of the Top 50 economic developers by Economix and is a frequent speaker and national thought leader on regional economic development. He was also named Small Nonprofit CEO of the Year by Columbus CEO magazine.
Capital University is also recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification. Participants will earn two PDCs. Due to limited capacity, early registration is strongly encouraged.
For more information and to secure your spot, please register here or contact Dr. Mary Beth Bertrand ([email protected]), Director of Professional Studies & Executive Education.


