FES began its inaugural season November 2006 through May 2007, and today the program is members-only and runs from November through May, with four new speakers each year. At each lecture, FES member organizations receive access to priceless insights and learn strategies that can be applied to make positive impacts at their companies.

Past speakers have included world famous CEOs (such as Carly Fiorina of Hewlett-Packard, Richard Teerlink of Harley-Davidson, Jon Luther of Dunkin Brands and Anne Mulcahy of Xerox) and innovative entrepreneurs and authors (such as C.K. Prahalad, author of "Competing for the Future," Michael Treacy, author of "The Discipline of Market Leaders," and Rod Beckstrom, author of "The Starfish and the Spider").

By participating in each exclusive lecture, members will also have the opportunity to be part of a larger inspired Community Dialogue that will occur one week after each event. Here, the ideas sparked for individual business growth will be leveraged to transition the discussion to one on creating a more economically vibrant, collaborative Central NY business environment.

Become a FES Member Today!

Learn from some of the world’s most admired CEOs and management thought-leaders. FES creates a forum for interaction between businesses, teaches practical knowledge and ultimately generates economic growth.

The Famous Entrepreneurs Series, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. For information on membership opportunities contact info@fes-cny.org.

NEW Program Outline for 2008-2009 Season

All programs will be held at Storer Auditorium in Ferrante Hall at Onondaga Community College. FES is proud to announce this strategic partnership to unite education and business, reaching new audiences with the FES message.  All lectures begin at 5pm; doors open 30 minutes prior to each show.  Parking is available at Onondaga Community College in lot 13. [map]

A private reception and dialogue between Platinum Members and the guest speaker will take place following the presentation. A Community Dialogue will follow each lecture one week later to further the thoughts sparked at each forum.

2007-2008 FES Speakers

• Jon Luther
• Rod Beckstrom
• Mark Thompson
• Anne Mulcahy

• Professor C.K. Prahalad
• Carly Fiorina
• Michael Treacy
• Richard Teerlink