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  • 0:00:10 | Introductions
  • 0:17:02 | Jennifer Chandler
  • 0:25:06 | Gabe Moreno
  • 0:37:10 | Jim Keyes
  • 0:46:44 | PANEL DISCUSSION
  • 1:07:28 | Vincent Higgins: AI and Leadership

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You're invited to the Rise to Greatness! Executive Forums—a premier networking coffee series for C-suite leaders, executives, investors, entrepreneurs, and educators who seek more than just business as usual. This dynamic hybrid event (with limited in-person seating and a virtual attendance option) offers two thought-provoking sessions designed to challenge conventional thinking and sharpen your leadership edge. Come to learn something new, exchange ideas with like-minded peers, and explore how timeless principles—like TRUTH—can elevate both your decision-making and your legacy:


  • Dynamic Panel Discussion: "Using TRUTH to LEAD Your LIFE"
    Dive into a lively debate on the nature of TRUTH, featuring four esteemed professionals from different fields and industries. Each will share their unique insights, shaping an intriguing narrative on how TRUTH can be recognized and harnessed to guide our decisions and actions. 
  • Interactive Primer Session: “Leadership and AI” 
    Some experts believe ethics is the biggest threat AI poses to leadership. Join Authentic Leadership Foundation Advisory Board members Vincent Higgins and Warren von Eschenbach for a timely and thought-provoking session on Leadership and AI. As artificial intelligence reshapes our world, leaders face new questions of ethics, vision, and responsibility. This talk will explore how principled leadership can adapt and thrive in the age of AI—without losing the human touch. Perfect for students and professionals alike, this session invites you to engage the future with clarity, courage, and moral conviction.

September 5, 2025, 8 - 10:30 AM

In-Person or Online Attendance Available!

University of Dallas
Satish & Yasmin Gupta College of Business, SB Hall
1845 E. Northgate Drive,
Irving, TX 75062

Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and equipped to rise to your own greatness!

The Panelists:

Jennifer Chandler

Head of Philanthropic Solutions, Bank of America

Jennifer Chandler is Managing Director and Head of Philanthropic Solutions at Bank of America, as well as President of Bank of America Dallas. She leads national strategy and advisory services for nonprofit and philanthropic clients, while fostering enterprise-wide collaboration. A Dallas native and active civic leader, Jennifer serves on multiple local boards and has received numerous leadership awards. She joined the bank in 2001 and holds degrees from UT Austin and the University of Dallas, where she is a Hall of Fame inductee.

Warren von Eschenbach

Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, University of North Texas System

Dr. Warren von Eschenbach serves as Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at the University of North Texas System and Interim President of UNT Dallas. He leads system-wide academic strategy, policy, and innovation, ensuring curricular consistency and student success across campuses. Previously, at the University of Notre Dame, he held leadership roles overseeing global programs and co-founded the Notre Dame Technology Ethics Center. An ethicist by training, Dr. von Eschenbach specializes in 19th and 20th-century European philosophy and technology ethics, with a career marked by academic innovation and international collaboration.

JAMES KEYES

Former CEO, Philanthropist

James (Jim) W. Keyes is a former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, a bestselling author, and a modern renaissance man whose business leadership spans industries from energy to cyber security. A commercial pilot, musician, and philanthropist, Jim serves on numerous public and nonprofit boards, including UT Southwestern and St. Jude. He founded the Education Is Freedom Foundation and authored a book by the same name. From humble beginnings, he embodies the American Dream and was honored with the 2024 Folsom Leadership Award.

Gabe Moreno

President of Bishop Dunne Catholic School

Gabe Moreno is President of Bishop Dunne Catholic School, where he once walked the halls as a student. A passionate advocate for Catholic education, Gabe brings experience as a teacher, coach, administrator, and fundraiser to his leadership. He holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Notre Dame and has served in advancement roles at several Catholic schools. Honored for his innovation and service, Gabe is committed to shaping young lives through faith, character, and academic excellence across the Dallas–Fort Worth area.


Topic Presenter

Vincent Higgins

CEO, RuggedEdge

Vincent Higgins is a globally recognized technology executive, keynote speaker, and author with deep expertise in AI, digital transformation, and leadership development. Currently CEO of RuggedEdge, an industrial AI company, he has led global business units at Honeywell and served as president of a NASDAQ-listed firm. Vincent’s career spans five countries, start-up ventures, and two decades of executive training. Fluent in Spanish and English, he is a sought-after voice on industrial IoT, 5G, and corporate strategy at conferences worldwide.


The Moderator:

Pierre Koshakji

Chairman of the Board

Pierre Koshakji, co-founder of Apollo Development and experienced executive in the energy sector, also chairs the Authentic Leadership Foundation. With degrees in engineering and business from Vanderbilt University and Southern Methodist University respectively, his leadership extends beyond corporate reorganization to promoting character-based leadership. Through his work with the ALF, Koshakji is committed to advancing leadership programs that emphasize principled decision-making practices in business, educational institutions, and nonprofits, leveraging his vast experience to foster authentic leadership across various sectors.

AGENDA

  • 8:00 am: Doors Open; Coffee & Networking
  • 8:30 - 9:30 am: PANEL DISCUSSION: "How Do You Use Truth to Lead Your Life?"
  • 9:30 - 10:30 am: "Leadership and AI" presented by Vincent Higgins and Warren von Eschenbach


Venue

Friday, September 5, 2025  |  8:00 AM

University of Dallas
Satish & Yasmin Gupta College of Business, SB Hall
1845 E. Northgate Drive,
Irving, TX 75062

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