About this Event
The Art of Leadership: The Art of Community
📍 Thompson Hine | Key Tower
📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
Join us for an inspiring evening exploring the art of community and the people shaping Cleveland’s cultural, creative, and civic landscape.
Presented through Column and Stripe with the Young Friends of the Cleveland Museum of Art, this year’s Art of Leadership brings together leaders from across Cleveland for an engaging panel conversation about the work happening in our city, the importance of collaboration, and how we can continue building a stronger and more connected community.
Guests can expect a thought-provoking conversation centered around Cleveland’s evolving cultural landscape, community impact, leadership, collaboration, and the future of our city.
Speakers to be announced. We are currently bringing together an exciting group of Cleveland leaders and representatives from leading cultural and community organizations. Stay tuned as our panelists are announced.
Following the conversation, guests are invited to continue the evening with post-event networking in The Great Room, connecting with fellow creatives, professionals, community leaders, and changemakers.
Event Schedule
5:30–6:00 PM — Guest Arrival, Check-In & Mingling
6:00–6:10 PM — Welcome & Opening Remarks
6:10–7:10 PM — Art of Leadership Panel: The Art of Community
7:15–7:25 PM — Audience Q&A
7:25–7:30 PM — Closing Remarks
7:30–9:00 PM — Post-Event Networking in The Great Room
Come connect, be inspired, and be part of the conversation about the people, ideas, and organizations shaping Cleveland’s future.
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Event venue & nearby stays
Thompson Hine LLP, 127 Public Square, Cleveland, United States
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