LeadX: Unplugged
Step away from the classroom and into the conversation. Fisher College of Business invites students to a relaxed dialogue with industry leaders eager to share the stories behind their successes — and the failures, lessons and challenges that shaped them along the way.
These candid conversations between executives and students, student organizations and members of the leadership community at Fisher transcend textbooks to explore real-world insights: how industries are evolving, what opportunities lie ahead and the leadership lessons and tactics you can’t Google. Students will have the chance to ask questions, spark meaningful discussions and connect directly with the leaders and organizations seeking their next generation of talent.
Why attend?
Hear unfiltered stories of failure — and the wisdom gained from it.
Dive deep into industries’ biggest challenges and brightest opportunities.
Meet leaders you may not know (yet) and expand your professional network.
Build connections with organizations eager to connect with emerging talent.
Relaxed. Candid. Inspiring.
LeadX: Unplugged is your opportunity to reflect, grow and connect.
Upcoming LeadX Speakers
October 8, 2026

Jason Hollar, CEO, Cardinal Health
Topic, location and registration forthcoming
LeadX: Unplugged Coverage
LeadX series kicks off with curiosity and authenticity from alumna Becky Griffin
IBM’s James Kavanaugh talks leadership through reinvention
The value of curiosity, failure and growth from Google’s Chris Phillips
Previous LeadX: Unplugged Speakers
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Geoff Gilmore
President and CEO, Worthington Steel -
Becky Griffin (MBA '03)
Director, JPMorganChase & Company -
James Kavanaugh (EMBA '92)
Senior Vice President and CFO, IBM -
Chris Phillips (BSBA '97)
VP and GM of Geo and Education, Google -
Stuart Weitzman
Founder, CEO and Creative Director, Stuart Weitzman