Steve Forbes | Prosperity Through Economic Freedom

Thu Oct 23 2025 at 05:30 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-05:00

Memorial Union, Oceti Sakowin Ballroom | Fargo

Challey Institute for Innovation and Growth
Publisher/HostChalley Institute for Innovation and Growth
Steve Forbes | Prosperity Through Economic Freedom
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Join us for a conversation with Steve Forbes titled, "Prosperity Through Economic Freedom" on Thursday, October 23.
About this Event

NDSU's Challey Institute invites you to join us for a conversation with Steve Forbes titled, "Prosperity Through Economic Freedom" on Thursday, October 23rd. This event is free and open to all members of the NDSU community and the public. The talk will begin at 5:30 p.m., in the NDSU Memorial Union, Oceti Sakowin Ballroom, followed by an audience Q&A. All are invited to stay for a reception with hors d'oeuvres and refreshments at 7:00 p.m.

Who is Steve Forbes?

A renowned American publishing executive and public policy leader, Steve Forbes serves as the Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Media.Mr. Forbes’ newest project is the podcast “What’s Ahead,” where he engages the world’s top newsmakers, politicians, and pioneers in business and economics in honest conversations meant to challenge traditional conventions as well as featuring his signature views on the intersection of society, economics, and policy.

Mr. Forbes helped create the recently released and highly acclaimed public television documentary, In Money We Trust?, which was produced under the auspices of Maryland Public television. The film was inspired by the book he co-authored, Money: How the Destruction of the Dollar Threatens the Global Economy – and What We Can Do About It.His latest book, Inflation: What it Is, Why it’s Bad, and How to Fix it, takes on one of today’s most pressing issues. In it, Mr. Forbes explains what’s behind the worst inflationary storm in more than forty years, answering key questions in an engaging and compelling discussion.

Mr. Forbes also writes editorials for each issue of Forbes under the heading of “Fact and Comment.” A widely respected economic prognosticator, he is the only writer to have won the highly prestigious Crystal Owl Award four times. The prize was formerly given by U.S. Steel Corporation to the financial journalist whose economic forecasts for the coming year proved most accurate.

In both 1996 and 2000, Mr. Forbes campaigned vigorously for the Republican nomination for the Presidency. Key to his platform were a flat tax, medical savings accounts, a new Social Security system for working Americans, parental choice of schools for their children, term limits, and a strong national defense. He continues to energetically promote this agenda.

How do I attend?

Steve Forbes will speak in the Memorial Union, Oceti Sakowin Ballroom. All are invited to join us for the conversation with him at 5:30 p.m., followed by a reception with hors d'oeuvres and refreshments at 7:00 p.m. Parking is available in the visitor parking lots (), and these lots are free to use after 4:30 p.m.

Want to RSVP?

While RSVPs are not required, they are greatly appreciated and encouraged.

• To join us in person, RSVP here on Eventbrite.

• To join us virtually, register on Zoom.

About the Series

The Menard Family Distinguished Speaker Series hosts world thought leaders to share their ideas with the NDSU community on big questions that explore ways to improve the human condition and create economic opportunity. The Distinguished Speaker Series is sponsored by the Challey Institute thanks to a generous gift by the Menard Family.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Memorial Union, Oceti Sakowin Ballroom, 1401 Administration Avenue, Fargo, United States

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