Distinguished Lecture Series
Lam-Larsen Distinguished Lecture Series: featuring Lenny Mendonca and Chris Larsen - Dec. 3, 2024
On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, the Lam Family College of Business at San Francisco State University hosted our second Lam-Larsen Distinguished Lecture Series event, which featured a thought-provoking discussion on "Public Policy and Corporate Strategy in the Age of AI and a Changing World,” with Lenny Mendonca, Senior Partner Emeritus at McKinsey & Company and former Chief Economic Advisor to Governor Gavin Newsom, led by Chris Larsen (B.S., '84), Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Ripple, Inc.
The event began with opening remarks from LFCoB Dean Eugene Sivadas, Ph.D., followed by an engaging conversation between Mendonca and Larsen about some of the most important challenges of today. Topics included Mendonca’s public policy work with Governor Newsom, innovation in California, government regulations, his views on higher education and economic mobility, the transformative role of AI in the job market and work productivity, and more. Additionally, students had a chance to participate in a Q&A session following Larsen's and Mendonca's conversation. The event was held at the SFSU main campus in San Francisco.
Fireside Chat with Martin Chavez led by Chris Larsen - October 31, 2023
On Tuesday, October 31, 2023, the Lam Family College of Business hosted our Inaugural Lam-Larsen Distinguished Lecture Series event, featuring a Fireside Chat with Martin Chavez, Vice Chairman of Sixth Street (a leading global investment firm), led by Chris Larsen (B.S., '84), Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Ripple, Inc. Discussion topics included Mr. Chavez's personal and educational journey, his advice for students, and trends in the investment landscape. San Francisco State University President Lynn Mahoney, Ph.D., and LFCoB Dean Eugene Sivadas, Ph.D., delivered welcome and opening remarks. The event was held at the Seven Hills Conference Center, 800 Font Blvd., located on the San Francisco State University campus in San Francisco.
Faculty Interview Video Series
You may also be interested in checking out our Faculty Interview Video Series, where we highlight the unique perspectives and scholarship of our esteemed faculty at the Lam Family College of Business. Through these discussions, our college aims to showcase the depth and breadth of expertise among our faculty and our dedication to advancing critical thought in modern business and society.