The Distinguished Speaker Series exposes students to an array of diverse perspectives presented by prominent business and policy leaders. The Series complements our curriculum and promotes the development of, and interaction with, effective and visionary leaders. 

Recent speakers include:

• David Neeleman, CEO of JetBlue
• Lou Gerstner, former CEO of IBM
• Warren Buffet, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
• Philip Marineau, president and CEO of Levi Strauss & Co.
• Robert M. Kimmitt, Executive Vice President of Global Public Policy, Time Warner Inc.  

In addition, The Distinguished Speakers Series is a fundamental component of the Georgetown University Women's Leadership Initiative (GUWLI.)  GUWLI hosts a semi-annual panel discussion (one in the fall and another in the spring) of eminent female politicians and businesswomen. These women share their experiences, discuss their career trajectories, highlight their achievements, and offer strategies for achieving economic empowerment and social advancement. Following the presentation, there is a networking reception. Recent speakers include: 

• Pat Mitchell, CEO of Public Broadcasting Systems
• Catherine Kinney, co-COO, President and Executive Vice Chairman of the New York Stock Exchange
• Doreen Woo Ho, President of Wells Fargo Consumer Credit Group
• Carolyn Buck-Luce, Partner, Ernst & Young