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The Emerson Leadership Institute shapes ethical leaders through education and engagement.

02/19/2026

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us for the Emerson Leadership Institute Leadership Speaker Series featuring James Rhee. This was one of the largest events we have ever hosted, and we cannot thank our community enough for showing up and making it such a meaningful success.

James delivered a powerful and unforgettable experience, blending musical performance with insights from his book Red Helicopter and decades of business leadership. His reflections on leading change with kindness resonated deeply with our audience. The conversation was further enriched by Ruth Kim and Yvonne Park, whose thoughtful dialogue helped explore what compassionate leadership looks like in action.

We are especially thankful for our generous sponsors and community partners who made this event possible. Your support continues to elevate leadership conversations at Saint Louis University and beyond.

Thank you again to everyone who attended. We look forward to welcoming you to the next Emerson Leadership Institute event!

01/22/2026

We were honored to welcome Saint Louis University President Edward Feser to yesterday’s Emerson Leadership Institute and Edward Jones Dean’s Leadership Speaker Series. The strong turnout reflected the importance of the conversation and the shared commitment to the future of our region.

President Feser offered thoughtful insight on development in St. Louis and the role Saint Louis University can play in leading boldly, collaborating meaningfully, and serving as an anchor institution for our community. The fireside chat, led by Jackson Nickerson and featuring Tina Garrison, Jason Q. Purnell, and Mark Munsell, provided valuable perspective on how leaders across industries are working to strengthen St. Louis and shape a more connected future.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this engaging morning of leadership and dialogue. We look forward to welcoming you to the next leadership event presented by the Emerson Leadership Institute at the Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business.

04/01/2025

Last week, we had the honor of hosting the 4th Annual Be Heard: Women in Leadership Conference, and what an incredible event it was! ✨

From thought-provoking discussions to inspiring speakers, engaging workshops, and meaningful connections, this conference truly embodied our theme of "Fostering Dignity and Belonging."

Here’s a quick look back at some of the highlights! Stay tuned for more Be Heard coverage and fantastic interviews throughout the week.

🎥: Belinda Isimbi Uwase

03/10/2025

Join Us for the 4th Annual Be Heard: Women in Leadership Conference!

We’re excited to invite you to the 4th Annual Be Heard: Women in Leadership Conference on March 28, 2025—co-presented by the Emerson Leadership Institute and the Division of Diversity and Innovative Community Engagement at Saint Louis University.

For the past four years, has united distinguished academics, business professionals, and emerging leaders from St. Louis and beyond. This year’s theme, Fostering Dignity and Belonging, explores how dignity shapes workplace culture and well-being, offering actionable strategies to build more inclusive, empowered environments.

🎤 Featured Sessions & Speakers:
✅ Leadership Workshop: Transforming Culture through Recognition (Barry-Wehmiller & The The Gund Company)
✅ Thought-Provoking Panel Discussions with Leaders from Edward Jones, World Wide Technology, Spry Digital, and more
✅ Keynote Address by Marilyn Bush, President, Bank of America St. Louis
✅ Networking & Insightful Conversations

📍 Location: Il Monastero Banquet Center, Saint Louis University
📅 Date: Friday, March 28, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM CT

This free conference is an opportunity to gain insights, build connections, and advance the conversation on gender equity and leadership. Registration is required.

👉 Register now: https://loom.ly/5A3ltr8

📩 Sponsorship opportunities available—contact [email protected]

Join us in shaping a future where dignity and belonging drive success!

Michelle Li, David Pickersgill, Rhonda Spencer, Esmeralda Aharon, Sheila Burkett, Jintong Tang, Michael Lewis, Rochelle Smith, Jackson Nickerson, Delaney Clement, Kristin Johnson, Juanita Logan, Tina Sappington, Paige Hulsey

11/26/2024

What does it take to build a workforce that truly values dignity and belonging?

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the third iteration of the Fostering Dignity and Belonging workshop, presented by Dean Jackson Nickerson! This impactful series plays a vital role in building a well-rounded, empathetic workforce here at SLU. Stay tuned for details on the next session—we hope to see you there! 🌟

11/01/2024

Today’s Formulating the Right Problem workshop, led by Edward Jones Dean Jackson Nickerson, brought together an incredible group of participants eager to enhance their problem-solving skills. Attendees explored techniques for identifying and tackling complex challenges, with insightful discussions throughout. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and made this session a success!

Stay tuned for our next Leadership Development workshop—we look forward to seeing you at the next one!

10/11/2024

A massive thank you to everyone who joined us for the second iteration of Dean Jackson Nickerson’s Fostering Dignity and Belonging workshop!

This workshop continues the Emerson Leadership Institute’s Dignity-Based Leadership Development Series for 2024-2025.

Participants explored the principles of fostering dignity and belonging in leadership, gaining valuable insights on how to create more cohesive, inclusive, and high-performing teams.

Stay tuned for more impactful workshops coming soon!

09/25/2024

Our first leadership development workshop of the year is officially in the books!

Today, we hosted Dean Jackson Nickerson’s Fostering Dignity and Belonging workshop, marking the start of the Emerson Leadership Institute's Dignity-Based Leadership Development Series for 2024-2025.

Participants explored key principles of fostering dignity and belonging in leadership settings and gained valuable insights into creating more cohesive, high-performing teams.

More workshops are on the way in the coming months—stay tuned for future opportunities!

05/06/2024

We appreciate everyone who came out to support the Third Annual Be Heard: Women in Leadership Conference!

Our fantastic speakers, panelists, performers, and attendees are who bring this event from dream to reality. A huge thank you to all who support our mission at the Emerson Leadership Institute!

05/04/2024

Wow! The Third Annual Be Heard: Women in Leadership Conference was truly incredible. This event, “Breaking and Powering Through the Bamboo Ceiling,” was developed to celebrate Asian women in leadership and kick off AAPI month. Our exceptional panelists, speakers, and performers delved into hard-hitting topics such as the history of stereotyping, unconscious bias, and debunking the myth of the model minority.

It was a celebration of our wonderful Asian-American community here in St. Louis and a testament to the power of unity in pursuing change.

We extend our sincerest thanks to all our talented speakers, performers, and the staff and faculty members at Saint Louis University who made this event possible. Your support means the world to us. We're already looking forward to next year!

05/02/2024

Join us tomorrow for our Third Annual Be Heard: Women in Leadership conference!

The free event, “Breaking and Powering Through the Bamboo Ceiling,” kicks off AAPI month. This half-day event will delve into cultural differences, the history of stereotyping, unconscious bias, and debunking the myth of the model minority.

05/01/2024

The Emerson Leadership Institute proudly celebrates Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Saint Louis University's diversity undoubtedly stands as one of its greatest strengths, and the invaluable contributions from its Asian-American students, faculty, and staff are something we're thrilled to honor.

Join us for our third annual Be Heard: Women in Leadership conference this Friday, May 3rd.

The free event, “Breaking and Powering Through the Bamboo Ceiling,” kicks off AAPI month. This half-day event will delve into cultural differences, the history of stereotyping, unconscious bias, and debunking the myth of the model minority.

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