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Save the Date: Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series

Jessica Follett — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 18:58:37 +0000

Save the Date: Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series Jessica Follett Mon, 11/17/2025 - 11:58

The Center for Leadership at the University of Colorado Boulder is proud to announce the next chapter in one of the university’s most inspiring traditions: the Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series returns on Monday, November 17, 2025, with its ninth distinguished speaker soon to be revealed.

Since its launch in 2017, the Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series has brought world-class leaders to Boulder, sparking bold conversations and empowering the next generation of changemakers. Past speakers have included presidential adviser David Gergen, astronaut Mae Jemison, brand strategist Abigail Posner, authors Doris Kearns Goodwin and David Brooks, retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal, and �� alumna Molly Bloom, among others.

Named in honor of Leo Hill, a visionary in Colorado banking and a champion of �� Boulder, the series continues his legacy of leadership, service, and community impact. Hill’s contributions to the university—as vice president for business affairs, treasurer, and founding supporter of the Newton Leadership Chair Endowment—laid the foundation for this powerful platform.

Get ready for another unforgettable evening. The next speaker promises to bring fresh insight, powerful stories, and a bold vision for leadership in today’s world.

Event Date: Monday, November 17, 2025

Location: Macky Auditorium, University of Colorado Boulder

Admission: $3 for students, $10 for faculty/staff, $20 for community members

Learn more about the speaker series!

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Film Screening Event: "Nonnas"

Jessica Follett — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 05:59:00 +0000

Film Screening Event: "Nonnas" Jessica Follett Mon, 10/13/2025 - 23:59

Join us for a special screening of Nonnas, the Netflix #1 global hit produced by visionary storyteller Gigi Pritzker, in preparation for her upcoming visit as part of the Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series.

Nonnas is a heartwarming and hilarious tribute to Italian grandmothers, starring Vince Vaughn and Susan Sarandon, that explores food, family, and the fierce wisdom of women who’ve lived boldly. It’s a perfect preview of the kind of storytelling that defines Pritzker’s career—authentic, daring, and deeply human.

Screening Details
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: CHEM 140, �� Boulder
Admission: FREE and open to the public

Don’t Miss the Main Event! Gigi Pritzker Live at �� Boulder Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series

Date: Monday, November 17, 2025

Time: 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM

Location: Macky Auditorium

Tickets:

Students: $3
Faculty & Staff: $10
General Public: $20 Purchase Online

This screening is your chance to experience the kind of bold, culture-shifting storytelling that Gigi Pritzker will explore in her talk. Popcorn will be provided!

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Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series with Gigi Pritzker

Jessica Follett — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series with Gigi Pritzker Jessica Follett Mon, 10/13/2025 - 00:00

Award-winning producer Gigi Pritzker to speak at �� Boulder

Pritzker’s talk will delve into the transformative power of bold storytelling—highlighting how film, television, and theater can drive cultural impact, amplify underrepresented voices, and inspire meaningful change.

“As Founder and CEO of Madison Wells, Gigi Pritzker stands among Hollywood’s most influential leaders,” said Chancellor Emeritus Phil DiStefano, who holds the Newton Endowed Chair in Leadership. “�� Boulder is honored to welcome this visionary producer, whose work has consistently earned recognition at the highest levels. Her insights will be invaluable to our students and community.”

This event marks Pritzker as the ninth speaker in the Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series, joining past luminaries such as Molly Bloom, David Brooks, Robert Gates and Mae Jemison.

Gigi Pritzker is a trailblazing producer and CEO of Madison Wells, a studio dedicated to bold storytelling that elevates underrepresented voices and challenges convention across film, television and theater.

She began her career with the BBC documentary Bhutan, Kingdom of the Thunder Dragon, inspired by a year living in Nepal as a Stanford anthropology student. In 2001, she founded OddLot Entertainment, later merging it into Madison Wells in 2015. Under her leadership, the company has become a powerhouse in independent production, with projects regularly earning Academy Award and Tony nominations. In 2017, she was awarded an Emmy for Collisions.

Pritzker serves on the Sundance Institute Board of Trustees and is active in numerous philanthropic initiatives. A proud Chicago native, she continues to champion both emerging and established creators.

Her recent work includes:

Nonnas (Netflix #1 Global hit), starring Vince Vaughn and Susan Sarandon
Miss You Love You, with Allison Janney and Andrew Rannells
A documentary on New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern (Magnolia Films, HBO, CNN)
Acclaimed titles like Hell or High Water, Eyes of Tammy Faye, Hadestown, Shucked, Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, and Genius (National Geographic)

The Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series is made possible by the Quigg and Virginia S. Newton Endowed Chair in Leadership.

Where: Macky Auditorium

When: Nov. 17, 2025 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM

How: Tickets can be purchased online. Students: $3. Faculty and Staff: $10, General Public: $20

Purchase Tickets

Past Leo Hill speakers

Gigi Pritzker, acclaimed producer and CEO of Madison Wells, will visit the University of Colorado Boulder on Monday, Nov. 17, as the featured speaker in the Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series, hosted by the �� Center for Leadership.

Pritzker’s talk will delve into the transformative power of bold storytelling—highlighting how film, television, and theater can drive cultural impact, amplify underrepresented voices, and inspire meaningful change.

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"Pop" into Leadership

Jessica Follett — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:42:55 +0000

"Pop" into Leadership Jessica Follett Wed, 10/08/2025 - 09:42

Every second Wednesday of the month from 1:30-2:30 PM, "pop" by and learn about the Center for Leadership!

Curious about leadership opportunities at �� Boulder? Want to connect with like-minded students and staff who are passionate about leadership development? Join us for Pop Into Leadership on Wednesday, September 9, and learn how the Center for Leadership can support your journey!

Drop by our office anytime between 1:30–2:30 PM in the Center for Community (C4C), Suite S360, to:

Meet our team and learn about leadership programs, opportunities, and events
Explore ways to get involved and grow as a leader
Enjoy some free, freshly popped popcorn!

Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills, share feedback, or just want to learn more about what we do, this is a great chance to connect in a casual setting. No registration required—just pop in!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Pop by every second Wednesday of the month for a casual and informative meet-and-greet with the Center for Leadership! Connect with our staff, discover ways to get involved, and enjoy some fresh popcorn while you're here. Drop in anytime between 1:30–2:30 PM at our office in the Center for Community, Suite S360. We can’t wait to see you!

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Emerging Leadership Academy Featuring Joe Barela

Jessica Follett — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 16:27:29 +0000

Emerging Leadership Academy Featuring Joe Barela Jessica Follett Tue, 10/07/2025 - 10:27

NerdWallet Touchdown Club in the Dal Ward Athletic Center | Monday, September 8 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Registrations accepted at the door!

We’re excited to host the next series of the Emerging Leadership Academy with a powerful session featuring the Executive Director of Workforce Development Joe Barela, in partnership with the Herd Leadership Council.

In this Q&A style workship, Barela will discuss inclusive leadership. He will share strategies to create belonging by welcoming others while valuing diverse perspectives.

Interested in more sessions like this? Register to attend the November 10th Emerging Leadership Academy: /lead/form/emerging-leadership-academy.

Your Leadership Journey Begins Here

Whether you’re just starting or ready to deepen your leadership footprint, the Emerging Leadership Academy is �� Boulder’s campus-wide leader development program for undergraduate students. Grounded in the CFL’s leadership competency model, the program guides students through a sequenced journey of learning, observing, feedback and doing — all in as little as a single semester.

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Save the Date: Leo Hill Leadership Speaker Series

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Film Screening Event: "Nonnas"

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Emerging Leadership Academy Featuring Joe Barela

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Award-winning producer Gigi Pritzker to speak at �� Boulder