Leadership Conference 2026

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Leading in a Time of Tumult

In a moment when political leadership is shaking up foundational assumptions, how are leaders in business and other organizations responding?  We will hear about these issues at our 29th Annual Leadership Conference.

The Wharton Leadership Conference brings together top executives, thought leaders, and Wharton faculty for a day of insightful conversations on leadership in a changing world. Designed for professionals across industries, the conference offers actionable takeaways, cutting-edge research, and unparalleled networking opportunities.

Conference Speakers

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Patrick Harker
Former president, Federal Reserve of Philadelphia

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Vik Malhotra
Senior Partner, McKinsey

Peter Cappelli
George W. Taylor Professor of Management
Director, Wharton Center
for Human Resources

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George Oliver
Former CEO, Johnson Controls

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Michelle Sartrain
President, Marsh US and Canada

 

 

 

 

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Pat Tomlinson
CEO, Mercer

 

 

 

Mike Useem
Faculty Director
McNulty Leadership Program

Contact Information

Wharton Leadership Conference
center-for-hr@wharton.upenn.edu

The Wharton School
University of Pennsylvania
3620 Locust Walk
SH-DH Suite 2102
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6301