Leadership Howard County, which seeks to empower leaders to strengthen and transform the community, will hold its annual Big Event: Endeavor to the Next Level. Former NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao will share stories from his four space missions, including tales of emergency situations. He will show attendees how leadership can foster a culture of operational excellence, collaboration, curiosity and creativity and how lessons from spaceflight can impact their organizations.
When:
Wednesday, June 4
11 a.m. registration and networking
11:30 a.m. lunch and program
Where: Turf Valley Resort, 2700 Turf Valley Road, Ellicott City
Chiao is a former NASA astronaut and International Space Station commander. He works in business, consulting, executive coaching and space education. He is a professional international speaker and co-founder and CEO of OneOrbit, providing keynotes and training to companies and schools. Chiao also holds appointments at Rice University and the Baylor College of Medicine and is an advisor to the Houston Association for Space and Science Education.
Chiao left NASA in December 2005 following a 15-year career with the agency. A veteran of four space missions, Chiao most recently served as commander and NASA science officer aboard the International Space Station. He has logged over 229 days in space.
Leadership Howard County’s Big Event brings together more than 400 leaders from business, government and nonprofit organizations in Howard County. Proceeds from the event support Leadership Howard County programs and scholarships.
Early bird tickets cost $100 until May 5 and $85 for retired, veterans, students and nonprofits with fewer than 25 employees. Beginning May 6, tickets cost $125. To register or learn more, visit bit.ly/LHC2025BigEvent or call 410-730-4474.
Leadership Howard County provides innovative programs designed to empower and connect community leaders and keep them engaged in the critical issues facing Howard County and the region. Drawn from private businesses, nonprofits and the public sector, Leadership Howard County participants share a common interest in learning more about their community and a commitment to making a positive impact. (leadershiphc.org)
