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What does it take to reach the top of an organization, and how do leaders prepare for opportunities they never anticipated?
Join the Fort Worth Chamber for a candid conversation with three of North Texas' leading executives: Mike Berry, CEO of Hillwood; Susan Sheffield, CEO of GM Financial; and Chris McLaughlin, CEO of DFW International Airport.
With Mike Berry leading the discussion, Susan Sheffield and Chris McLaughlin will share their paths to the CEO role, including how their backgrounds in finance and operations helped prepare them to lead two of the region's most influential organizations.
From pivotal career decisions and professional relationships to the transition from functional expertise to executive leadership, attendees will gain firsthand insight into the experiences, challenges and skills that shape successful leaders.
Whether you're an established executive or an emerging leader, this discussion offers a unique opportunity to learn how careers evolve, what it takes to lead at the highest level and why the path to the C-suite isn't always a straight line.
Three influential leaders. Different paths to the top. One candid conversation about leadership, opportunity and what it takes to be ready for what's next.
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Friday Nov 6, 2026
7:30 AM - 9:30 AM CST
Members: $100
Non-Members: $130
Refund Policy: Ticket sales are final, and refunds will not be issued within 10 days of the event. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to another individual. Please contact events@fortworthchamber.com for assistance with transfers.
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