Aspen is a place for leaders to lift their sights above the possessions which possess them. To confront their own nature as human beings, to regain control over their own humanity by becoming more self-aware, more self-correcting, and hence more self-fulfilling.
Walter P. Paepcke, Aspen Institute Co-Founder
Aspen Institute
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We ignite human potential to build understanding and create new possibilities for a better world.
We ignite the potential of young people of all backgrounds by developing their leadership, amplifying their voices, and enabling productive dialogue across differences.
We advance strategies, policies, and ideas that catalyze the change needed to build an inclusive economy—one that ensures financial security, opportunity, and resilience.
We connect and develop leaders across sectors, geographies, and generations, creating networks of individuals committed to solving our greatest challenges.
The Aspen Institute mourns the passing of Leonard A. Lauder, who died on June 14 at the age of 92. As Chairman Emeritus of Estée Lauder, Mr. Lauder transformed the company over six decades of leadership into a multi-branded and beloved global icon. At the Aspen Institute, Mr. Lauder was a member of the Board of Trustees, having served on the board since 1980, including a period as Interim Chair of the Board.
This year is an exciting one for the Aspen Institute as we celebrate our 75th anniversary. Working together, we can and must continue our efforts to ignite human potential to build understanding and create new possibilities for a better world.
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