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With Dr Leon C. Prieto and Latoya Johnson (Moderator)
Cost: Free to all. Sponsored by Global Voices, an initiative of ILA’s Leadership Development Member Community.
- 9 July 2026, 7-8 pm EDT (UTC-4, New York) / 10 July 2026, 9-10 am AEST (UTC+10, Sydney, Australia)
What if the future of leadership is not about maximizing profits at all costs, but about rediscovering empathy, cooperation, sustainability, and shared prosperity?
In an era marked by climate change, social fragmentation, employee disengagement, and growing skepticism toward business institutions, leaders are being asked a fundamental question: What is the purpose of enterprise? This thought-provoking and highly interactive webinar explores how lessons from history, indigenous traditions, modern science, and innovative organizational models can help leaders build organizations that are both financially successful and deeply human.
Drawing on examples from credit unions, cooperatives, social enterprises, and pioneering business leaders, participants will examine the concept of Cooperative Advantage: the idea that organizations create lasting value when they cultivate a spirit of care, meaningful dialogue, and consensus-building. Participants will be challenged to rethink conventional assumptions about capitalism while exploring how organizations can create economic value, strengthen communities, and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Through research-informed storytelling, reflection, and real-world examples from around the globe, attendees will discover why empathy, environmental stewardship, and stakeholder well-being are not soft ideals, but essential leadership competencies for navigating today’s complex challenges. Whether you are a leader, board member, entrepreneur, educator, or change agent, this session will inspire you to rethink what effective leadership looks like in the twenty-first century.
What You Will Gain from This Webinar
- Discover the concept of Cooperative Advantage and how empathy, trust, and collaboration can become strategic assets for long-term organizational resilience.
- Learn practical leadership lessons from credit unions, cooperatives, and social enterprises that are advancing sustainability, community development, and stakeholder value.
- Explore how organizations can balance profit and purpose while addressing environmental challenges, social responsibility, and sustainable development goals.
- Leave with actionable ideas for fostering dialogue, consensus building, community impact, and regenerative approaches that strengthen both organizational performance and societal well-being.
If you believe leadership should be about more than quarterly earnings, and that business can be a force for human flourishing, environmental stewardship, and shared prosperity, this webinar is for you.
Leon C. Prieto, PhD is a scholar and practitioner whose work bridges responsible leadership, social innovation, and inclusive entrepreneurship education. His research has been featured in Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review, and the Journal of Business Ethics, earning recognition from Thinkers50 (past winner of the Breakthrough Idea Award), USASBE, and The ThinkList).
He serves as Professor of Management and Founding Director of the Center for Social Innovation & Sustainable Entrepreneurship at Clayton State University, where he also leads ASPIRE: A Special Program for Innovation, Readiness, and Entrepreneurship, designed to empower K–12 students with autism and other exceptionalities through entrepreneurship and workforce readiness. He also serves as a Research Fellow at the Cambridge Centre for Social Innovation, Judge Business School.
Dr. Prieto holds a PhD in Human Resource Education & Workforce Development from Louisiana State University, where his research focused on social entrepreneurship; a Master of Liberal Arts in Extension Studies, History from Harvard University with graduate certificates in Social Justice and Corporate Sustainability & Innovation; an MBA from Georgia Southern University, a Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder from Kennesaw State University, and a BSc. in Business Administration (summa cum laude) from Claflin University.
A member of the Advisory Board of the International Panel on Social Progress (based in Paris), Dr. Prieto champions social innovation, cooperative values and human-centered capitalism as pathways to a more just and inclusive economy.
Latoya Colette Tazel Johnson Inspiring Leader & Educator
Latoya Colette Tazel Johnson is a dynamic professional known for her exceptional leadership and educational expertise. With over two decades of experience, she empowers individuals and organizations through her leadership roles and training expertise.
As an Administrative Assistant II at the University of The Bahamas, Latoya showcases her leadership by efficiently managing administrative tasks and guiding academic teams. Her commitment to education is exemplified through her role as a lecturer and adjunct faculty member, where she imparts valuable knowledge and skills.
Latoya’s entrepreneurial spirit led her to establish the Business Institute, where she serves as CEO, offering courses and conferences to empower professionals and entrepreneurs.
She actively engages with international organizations and holds a license for Leadership Management International (LMI), facilitating personal and professional growth programs.
Latoya’s passion for research, advocacy, and inspiring presentations further enriches her professional journey.
She is a true leader and educator, dedicated to fostering success and growth in every endeavor.
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