Fort Myers: Ethical Leadership: Navigating a Complex Business Landscape

Fort Myers: Ethical Leadership: Navigating a Complex Business Landscape

Panel Discussion 1:00 – 1:30 p.m.

Optional 1-on-1 Q&A workshop with panelists

Sponsors:

• Patrick Neale, Patrick Neale & Associates Attorney at Law (more above)
• Ellen Fox, owner of Fox Insurance LLC Health Insurance and Property & Casualty Insurance

Emcee:

• Dorian Zwierewicz, Regional Director, Florida SBDC at Florida Gulf Coast University.

Distinguished Panelists

• Dr. Eric B. Dent – Professor and Uncommon Friends Endowed Chair in Ethics, Florida Gulf Coast University
• Darrel Lieze-Adams – President & General Manager, Gulf Coast WBBH/WZVN, Hearst Television (ABC & NBC)  
• Matt Roepstorff – Practicing Attorney, In-House Counsel at Pratt & Whitney, Board Member & Immediate Past Chair of the Uncommon Friends Foundation

What Can You Expect to Learn?

1. Real-World Ethical Leadership Insights – Gain practical strategies from media experts, legal professionals, and leadership mentors on navigating ethical challenges in business.
2. Balancing Integrity and Success – Discover how top leaders make principled decisions while remaining competitive in today’s fast-changing business world.
3. Legal and Compliance Best Practices – Learn from FGCU Professionals, attorneys about key legal considerations that impact ethical leadership and corporate responsibility.
4. Crisis Management with Ethics at the Forefront – Hear from media professionals on handling public relations challenges while maintaining trust and credibility.
5. Timeless Leadership Lessons from Uncommon Friends – Explore historical and modern-day examples of ethical leadership that can guide your decision-making today.
6. Leveraging Small Business Support for Ethical Growth – Understand how working with business development organizations like the Florida SBDC at FGCU can help leaders make ethical, informed, and strategic decisions that strengthen their businesses.

Why Should You Join Us?

1. Expert-Led Panel Discussion – Engage with top professionals from the media, legal, and leadership sectors who bring unique perspectives on ethical leadership.
2. Valuable Networking Opportunities – Connect with like-minded professionals who prioritize integrity in business and leadership.
3. Actionable Takeaways for Your Business – Walk away with practical tools and strategies to strengthen your leadership approach.
4. Stay Ahead of Industry Trends – Understand how ethical leadership is evolving in today’s complex and fast-moving business landscape.
5. Enhance Your Professional Reputation – Learn how making ethical decisions can build trust, foster loyalty, and set you apart as a leader.