About the World Leaders Forum

The World Leaders Forum brings recognized world leaders to the Judson University Elgin campus each year with the intent to inspire and ignite a flame of leadership for all who attend.

Purpose of the World Leaders Forum

The Purpose of the WLF

Educating and investing in tomorrow's business leaders
Building greatness in the lives of students
Inspiring change and creating a legacy

Event Proceeds

Proceeds from the World Leaders Forum will continually fund the Judson leadership scholars program, innovative entrepreneurial activities and ongoing operational purposes. Proceeds will also benefit the higher education of youth in foster care by providing programs and educational opportunities at Judson University. One of our partners that is expressly devoted to helping with this mission is Foster Progress.

The Entrepreneurship Program

Judson's Division of Professional Studies launched its accredited MBA program in 2013. As a first step toward creating an entrepreneurial program, Judson is now offering an entrepreneurial certificate that can accompany any traditional undergraduate degree. The university is also researching development of a distinctive entrepreneurial competency within the higher education sector that does not duplicate its existing programs.

Annual Report

Download the 2016 World Leaders Forum Annual Report.

Judson Leadership Scholars

About Judson's Leadership Scholar Program

These scholarships are the most prestigious scholarships that Judson students can receive, and only a limited number of recipients are chosen for the honor each year. In order to be eligible, a student must show attributes of creativity, leadership, innovation, mission and faith. They must also maintain good academic standing.

Scholarship Benefits for Students

A sponsored ticket to the annual World Leaders Forum Community Event.
An opportunity to interview for the World Leaders Forum Internship position during sophomore, junior and senior year at Judson University.

Access to unique opportunities that cultivate an aptitude for leadership.
Participation in monthly meetings that cover a range of topics including entrepreneurship, leadership development, business etiquette, networking, creativity and innovation.

An invitation to the Leadership Scholars Dinner in Chicago - an exclusive reception with the Judson President, a renowned business leader, trustees, and distinguished alumni. Recent speakers have included: Andy-John Kalkounos, Business Owner, Entrepreneur and Public Servant; Jacqueline Camacho Ruiz, Founder of JJR Marketing, Entrepreneur, Renowned Author and Sports Pilot; Amy McDonald, President of FONA International; Bob Rupczynski, Corporate Vice President, Global Media, CRM and Digital Merchandising at McDonald’s Corporation; Lakita Garth Wright, Media Consultant and Author; Fran Edwardson, CEO of the American Red Cross of Chicago.