Leadership Ames Alumni Event

This event is open to all Leadership Ames alumni and their guests.

Join fellow Leadership Ames alumni for an engaging and thought-provoking evening with Paul Shirley—former Iowa State Cyclone, professional basketball player, author, entrepreneur, and nationally recognized speaker.

Paul’s career has taken him from Hilton Coliseum to the NBA and international courts, and ultimately into the worlds of business, writing, and leadership development. Through candid storytelling and sharp insight, Paul will share lessons learned from navigating high-pressure environments, building resilience, leading through uncertainty, and redefining success beyond the scoreboard.

This alumni-exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with classmates, expand your professional network, and gain fresh perspectives on leadership, adaptability, and purpose—from someone who has experienced leadership at every level.

Whether you’re leading a team, building a business, or looking to grow personally and professionally, this conversation promises inspiration, humor, and practical takeaways you can apply immediately.

For any questions, please contact Jan Williams at amFuIHwgYW1lc2FsbGlhbmNlICEgY29t.

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• Next Thursday, 19th February, 08:30 am, Ames Event Center and The LINC Project Updates in Ames
• This month, 25th February, 04:30 pm, February Business After Hours in Ames
• This month, 27th February, 08:00 am, 2026 AREA Housing Summit in Boone

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