Lectures on Tap- "Leadership Superpowers: Lessons from the Marvel Universe"

Join us for an engaging evening where professors, experts, and storytellers bring their thought-provoking lectures to your favorite bar in River North, Chicago!

Hosted by the Lectures on Tap team.

🗓️ Date: October 14th, 2025

🕡 Time: 6:30 PM

📍 Location: River North, Chicago (exact address given in confirmation email)

📚 Lecture: Leadership Superpowers: Lessons from the Marvel Universe

🎤 Speaker: Prof. Samir Desai

In this informative and interactive session, we’ll explore the valuable leadership lessons that the Marvel Universe teaches us about real-world leadership. Through iconic stories and insights from Marvel films, we’ll uncover how the heroes' journeys offer applicable strategies for leading effectively based on research and best practices.

Participants will leave with actionable ideas to enhance their own leadership style. This promises to be a fun and engaging learning experience. Leaders, assemble!

Samir Desai is an Adjunct Professor at Northwestern University’s School of Education and Social Policy, specializing in Learning & Knowledge Management and Equity in Decision Making. With over 30 years of experience in Talent Management across consulting, higher education, and healthcare, he is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations reach their full potential. Outside of work, he is a passionate Indian dancer, teacher, and proud geek who embraces all things superheroes, Star Wars, and Harry Potter.

Get a drink, connect, and learn at Lectures on Tap! 🙌

Agenda

6:30 PM – Doors open: find a seat (open seating!), order food & drinks, and expect a bar line—arriving early is key.

6:55 PM – Host introduction

7:00 PM – Lecture begins

7:45 PM – Audience Q&A

8:00 PM – Have 1:1 time with the speaker, mingle with fellow guests, and order another round

8:30 PM – Wrap up.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

River North, River North, Chicago, United States