An Evening with Robert F. Smith

Thu Feb 12 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-05:00

African-American Research Library and Cultural Center | Fort Lauderdale

South Florida Book Festival
Publisher/HostSouth Florida Book Festival
An Evening with Robert F. Smith
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Join us for a conversation with Robert F. Smith as he discusses his book, Lead Boldly: Seven Principles from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
About this Event

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated more than 55 years ago, yet his words continue to inspire millions of people, young and old—from all races and backgrounds. During his remarkable life, he embodied bold and compassionate leadership and achieved a level of influence few thought possible for a Black man born in Atlanta just before the Great Depression.

Now, aspiring leaders can reflect on some of Dr. King’s most impactful speeches and integrate his lessons into their modern leadership journeys. Robert F. Smith, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Vista Equity Partners, offers his own insights and experiences on each passage on how themes like “The Beloved Community,” “Economic Justice” and “Two Americas” played a central role in his own leadership development and why the visionary ideas Dr. King espoused are so important for leaders to understand and apply today.

Pyramid Books will be selling copies of Lead Boldly during the event. No outside books, please.

This program is presented in partnership with the Friends of AARLCC.


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Agenda

🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Meet & Greet with Mr. Smith (ticketed)
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Conversation with Mr. Smith
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 49.87

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