Inaugural USC OCL Alumni Impact Summit (HOTEL DISCOUNT LINK BELOW!)

Welcome to the Inaugural USC OCL Alumni Impact Summit happening in Downtown Los Angeles on March 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM (Pacific Time) through March 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM! Join us for three days filled with inspiring talks, networking opportunities, and innovative ideas. Connect with fellow alumni and industry leaders as we explore ways to make a positive impact on our communities. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of something meaningful. See you there!

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Info: Connecting the OCL Community

The opening day provides a welcoming environment for alumni from all cohorts to reconnect and meet new members of the OCL community.

Highlights include:


Connection Sprint: A light, fast-paced session designed to help attendees expand their OCL network quickly and meaningfully.


Purpose Conversations: Small-group discussions exploring our shared identity as OCL practitioners and how we can continue to leverage our collective skills.


Fireside Chat with OCL Faculty: An engaging dialogue with Doug Lynch and Anthony Maddox reflecting on leadership, learning, and the evolution of the OCL program.


Optional Social Gathering: A relaxed opportunity to unwind and continue conversations.

Info: Insight, Reflection, and Real-World Application

Day 2 brings together thought leaders, alumni, and faculty to explore timely topics and the changing nature of organizational leadership.

Featured Sessions include:


Keynote with Dean Pedro Noguera, PhD — A forward-looking discussion on systems change, leadership, and societal impact.


Welcome from Courtney Malloy, PhD — Insights on organizational learning and evidence-based leadership practice.


Implications of AI Panel — A broad, interdisciplinary conversation exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping organizations, leadership roles, and decision-making.


Org Change in Turbulent Times: Sector Panels


Government, Public Policy & Community Relations


Technology, Retail, Aerospace, Automotive & Banking


Higher Education, Healthcare & Nonprofit


Interactive Learning:


Small-group reflection and synthesis sessions where attendees develop shared insights and discuss potential pathways for impact.

Info: Optional networking activity for continued conversation and connection.

Info: Co-Creation and Future Direction

The final day is focused on shaping the long-term vision for the OCL alumni community.

Highlights include:


Industry-Aligned Breakouts: A chance to connect with peers working in similar sectors to discuss challenges, trends, and opportunities for collaboration.


“Path Forward” Session: A facilitated conversation to identify shared priorities and outline meaningful next steps for the OCL alumni network.


Closing Reflections: Collective insights and a call to continued engagement.

Info: This is a 3-day event bringing together several panels of distinguished Alumni who will present on Managing Change in Turbulent Times and how AI Impacts Organizational Change and Leadership.

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