Alan Fishman, cofounder and chairman of Beech Street Capital, has had a long and distinguished career in banking and finance. He was named chairman and CEO of Independence Community Bank in 2001 and, after its merger in 2006, appointed president and COO of Sovereign Bank. During the financial crisis, he served briefly as CEO of Washington Mutual Bank.
Next month, Alan will share his thoughts on his industry and on leadership in the first installment of the School of Business’ new Leader to Leader Breakfast Series.
The series starts October 3, 2011 at the Alys Stephens Center (from 7am to 8:15 am) and continues through summer 2012, bringing top-level corporate leaders together to discuss current business issues and trends. Our speakers are all either School of Business alumni or business leaders who are committed friends of our School. For the 2011-12 series, these will include:
- Daryl Byrd, President and CEO of IBERIA Bank
- Declan O’Beirne, Vice President and CFO of John Hancock Financial Services
- Michael F. Golden, President and CEO of Smith & Wesson Holding Corp.
- Susan Story, President and CEO of Southern Company Services
- William M. Walker, Chairman, President and CEO of Walker & Dunlop
These exceptional innovators represent a variety of experience and industries, but all share the UAB School of Business’ commitment to leadership and service. We are thrilled to be able to engage the business community with this leadership series, and hope it stimulates a broader dialogue on important issues of our complex times.
If you have any questions or would like additional information please call my office, 205.934.8800. You may also contact Erik Kahill at the School of Business, kahill@uab.edu or 205.996.5399.
