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You’re Invited: Leading with Compassion

By Jim Franzone, Associate Dean, WSB Undergraduate Program

October 15, 2025

Jeff Weiner in front of a LinkedIn sign.

Join us for a free, in-person fireside chat featuring Jeff Weiner, former CEO and now executive chairman of LinkedIn, and Dr. Richie Davidson, renowned neuroscientist and founder of the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and the non-profit Healthy Minds Innovations. 

Together, they’ll explore how leaders can foster clarity, connection, and purpose—and how strengthening these qualities can support individual and organizational wellbeing.

Drawing on decades of experience in tech leadership and the science of human flourishing, Weiner and Davidson will offer a practical, inspiring conversation on compassionate leadership in today’s world.

We hope you’ll join us for this timely and engaging conversation.

📅 Date: Monday, Oct. 20, 2025
🕒 Time: 2:30-3:30p, p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.)
📍 Location: Pyle Center, Lower Level, 702 Langdon St., Madison, WI 53706
🎟️ Cost: Free (limited seating)
🔗 RSVP: Reserve your spot

About the speakers:

  • Jeff Weiner led LinkedIn through its transformation into a global platform, emphasizing compassionate leadership is core to business success.
  • Dr. Richie Davidson has spent decades researching the neuroscience of emotion, wellbeing, and human flourishing, making science accessible and actionable.