George Williams College Hosts Chris Harned, Wall Street Executive

WILLIAMS BAY, Wis. — For those who ponder the world of Wall Street, acquisitions and private equity, George Williams College of Aurora University will host a free fireside chat with Chris Harned, a top Wall Street executive. This discussion is part of GWC’s continuing Bistro Speaker Series.  

Harned spent 17 years at Lehman Brothers and was responsible for their worldwide consumer acquisitions group. His current company Cypress is a very large private equity fund that invests money raised from limited partners. In addition, he is director of the board of several large private companies including Quadgraphics. 

The program will be held Wednesday, April 16 in The Bistro in the Beasley Campus Center, on the campus located at 350 Constance Blvd. in Williams Bay. There will be a reception starting at 5:30 p.m. followed by Harned’s presentation from 6 -7 p.m.

Members of the local community, along with GWC students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in an informal and engaging evening exploring the world of high finance.

“We strive to offer our MBA students, as well as the local community, opportunities for personal interaction with business leaders,” said David Frost, assistant professor of business at George Williams College. “Chris Harned’s insight on careers on Wall Street and how to finance growing companies will help provide a window into this exciting world.”

The Bistro Speaker Series continues June 12 with Michael J. Corey, an international executive recruiter and an experienced lecturer on the powers of executive leadership.

For further details and to reserve a seat at this Bistro Speaker Series presentation, contact David Frost at dfrost@aurora.edu or call 262-245-8583.
Aurora University is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. Approximately 4,000 degree-seeking students are enrolled each year on the university’s Illinois and Wisconsin campuses, and the university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association to award degrees at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels. The George Williams College campus offers 12 academic programs, unique conference facilities, and is home to Music by the Lake and other education and enrichment programs.
 For more information on George Williams College, visit www.aurora.edu/gwc  or call 262-245-5531. Check the GWC calendar on the Web site for other events throughout the year.