On Wednesday, May 20 at 12 pm ET, as part of the American Express Leadership Academy, Timothy J. McClimon, president of the American Express Foundation, will interview Reynold Levy, president of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts from 2002 to 2014 and author of the new book They Told Me Not To Take That Job: Tumult, Betrayal, Heroics, and the Transformation of Lincoln Center. The event will be live-streamed; register to watch at http://amexleads.wprny.com/ and join the conversation using the #amexleads hashtag. In the interview, Levy will share how he was able to overcome obstacles and successfully transform Lincoln Center into a more visitor-friendly place. He will also give his perspective on the fragility of the nonprofit sector and the need for accountability. McClimon and Levy will also explore strategies to unite people behind a common goal and manage conflict, as well as offer leadership lessons. Click here for more.

Posted May 11, 2015