Thu, Mar 14
|HBS Campus Hawes 101
Navigating Industry Tides: Insights from Chris Womack, CEO, Southern Co.
Harvard Business School Association of Boston (HBSAB) presents Chris Womack, the new CEO of Southern Company, the #1 most-admired electric and gas utility worldwide by Fortune magazine. Harvard Grid is giving away 10 free tickets to this paid event!
Time & Location
Mar 14, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
HBS Campus Hawes 101, 37 Harvard Way, Boston, MA 02163, USA
About the event
Join us to hear how Chris Womack is leading a 29,000 strong company that is at the forefront of rapid change and growth driven by an investment boom in the South.
Key Takeaways:
- Personal Journey: Chris's compelling story—from growing up in the segregated South to becoming one of the few Black Fortune 500 Chief Executives—inspires resilience and determination.
- Manufacturing Renaissance: The southern states are witnessing a surge in high-tech and manufacturing investments, including electric vehicles and batteries.
- Direct Conversations: Learn how companies can tackle challenging topics head-on and drive growth in a changing industry
- Community Impact: Chris's community work, numerous board roles, and ongoing pursuit of knowledge (he's completing his PhD in political science at Clark Atlanta University) exemplify leadership beyond the boardroom
Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from a visionary leader! This event will be moderated by Pasi Miettinen, CEO of Sagewell, Inc and governor of the HBS Association of Boston.
*Capacity is limited, Harvard Grid is giving away 10 free tickets to this paid event. Email amacmahon@g.harvard.edu with your interest in the event.
