Business and Society Program

Judy Samuelson reflects on how investment in cities, infrastructure, and energy shapes America’s economy.

Judy Samuelson shares what she’s learned from Chief Sustainability Officers during NY Climate Week.

The public wants business to lead, but corporate leaders are hesitant to speak about democratic institutions, freedoms, and norms.

How do we lead in an age of polarization? How do we sustain momentum on climate, equity, and inclusion under political pressure?

Massive changes — in law, tariffs and trade, the workplace, climate, and revolutionary technology like AI — exhaust even the most seasoned executives’ knowledge and experience. This town-hall session at the 2025 Aspen Ideas Festival invited the audience to share perspectives and ask how we can avoid paralysis in the face of such uncertainty.

Judy Samuelson shares three things that are clearer to her after the 2025 Business & Society Summit.

Judy Samuelson reflects on the growing silence of business executives on social, environmental, and political issues.

Judy Samuelson reflects on the growing silence of business executives on social, environmental, and political issues.

Alicia Bonner examines how today’s business leaders can navigate historic uncertainty, rising inequality, and shifting global norms by asking the essential questions.

Nancy McGaw sits down with Ashley Pelzel to discuss her career transition and what it means to lead with purpose.