Here’s a summary of the event described in the article:
Event Overview:
- What: Annual Community Leadership Lunch and Learn
- When: October 1, 2026
- Where: Bullion Suites of the Mabee Center, Howard Payne University (HPU), Brownwood, Texas
- Purpose: To connect local businesses and civic organizations and provide insights from an industry leader.
Keynote Speaker:
- Doug Foster: Principal and CEO of NovaLex Consulting, former senior vice president at J. Walter Thompson, and the first chief marketing officer of 7-Eleven. He emphasized the importance of adapting to change in business strategies.
Attendees’ Feedback:
- Dr. Cory Hines (HPU President): Highlighted the importance of building community relationships.
- Carter Sharpe (Smith and Sharpe Agencies): Praised the university for the opportunity and mentioned the valuable insights from Foster.
- JD Johnson (Citizens National Bank): Expressed gratitude for HPU’s community partnership and the event.
About HPU:
- Founded in 1889, HPU is a Christ-centered liberal arts institution dedicated to student development through a variety of academic programs and community-focused values.
This event showcased HPU’s commitment to fostering connections within the community and providing valuable learning experiences for local leaders.
