Inaugural OCL Alumni Impact Summit
Our first inaugural conference—made possible by alumni, for alumni. Join fellow OCL practitioner-scholars and leaders for learning, reflection, and connection.
About the Summit
Designed for OCL alumni—leaders, educators, consultants, executives, and community changemakers.
Alumni-Led
Built by fellow alumni to strengthen the OCL network and create an annual space for connection and impact.
Practice + Research
Sessions focus on real-world application—how change leadership shows up in complex, high-stakes environments.
Community + Momentum
Reconnect with colleagues, meet new alumni, and help shape what this summit becomes year after year.
Location
Omni Hotel, Los Angeles. See Eventbrite for the official hotel discount and booking details.
Venue: Omni Hotel, Los Angeles
Registration: Hosted on Eventbrite
FAQ
Quick answers to common questions.
Where do I register?
Registration and ticketing are hosted on Eventbrite. Use the “Register” button above.
Where do I find the hotel discount link?
The official hotel discount/booking link is provided on the Eventbrite event page.
Is this the official USC site?
This is an alumni-organized informational site for the OCL family. The official program page is linked above.
Headliners
Featured alumni speakers and panelists for the OCL Alumni Impact Summit.
Guest Speakers
Distinguished voices joining us for keynote and featured conversations.
Pedro Noguera
Kim Hirabayashi
Doug Lynch
Anthony Maddox
Panel: Implications of AI
Predictive, Generative, and Agentic AI — leadership, ethics, workforce, and culture.
Elizabeth Graswich (Cohort 19)
Panels: Organizational Change in Disruptive Times
Cross-sector leadership perspectives from OCL alumni.
Summit Agenda
Agenda — subject to change as sessions and speakers are finalized.
Dates: March 1–3, 2026
Location: Omni Hotel, Downtown Los Angeles
Day 1 — Sunday, March 1
Arrival & Welcome
12:00–2:00 PM Rooms Open
2:00–2:15 PM Welcome / Introduction
2:15–3:00 PM Speed Networking: Connection Sprint
Purpose & Challenges
3:00–4:00 PM Fast Tracks to Purpose (Small Groups + Report Out)
Discussion prompts:
• Why are we here?
• Who are we as OCL-ers?
• What do we share across disciplines?
• How do we leverage our OCL identity?
4:00–4:15 PM Break
4:15–5:00 PM Facing Key Challenges (Small Groups + Report Out)
Faculty + Networking
5:00 PM Fireside Chat with Faculty: Doug Lynch & Anthony Maddox
6:00 PM Hosted bar (two drinks per person) + snacks
7:00 PM Optional Coordinated Networking Event (e.g., bowling, Broad Museum, etc.)
Day 2 — Monday, March 2
8:00–9:00 AM Hosted Breakfast
9:00–9:15 AM Introduction — Day 2
9:15–10:00 AM Speaker: Kim Hirabayashi, PhD
10:00–10:15 AM Break
10:15–11:00 AM Keynote Address: Dean Pedro Noguera, PhD
11:00–11:15 AM Small Group Debrief (Speaker + Keynote)
Panel: Implications of AI
11:15–11:45 AM Panel Discussion
Themes include:
• Navigating AI-driven change & rapid transformation
• Responsible / ethical AI across geopolitical, economic & cultural contexts
• Building an AI-ready workforce & culture
Integration
12:00–1:00 PM Hosted Lunch
1:00–1:45 PM Integration (Small Groups by role)
Debrief AI panel; summarize key points/issues/solutions; report out.
Org Change in Turbulent Times
1:45–2:30 PM Panel 1: Government, Public Policy & Community Relations
2:30–3:15 PM Panel 2: Technology, Consumer Products & Aerospace
3:15–3:30 PM Break
3:30–4:15 PM Panel 3: Higher Ed, Healthcare & Not-for-Profit
4:15–5:00 PM Industry Small Groups + Report Out
5:00–5:15 PM Closing Statements (Day 2)
5:15–5:30 PM Break
5:30–7:30 PM After-Party Networking (details to be announced)
Day 3 — Tuesday, March 3
Morning
8:00–9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00–9:05 AM Day 3 Opening Statements
Path Forward
9:05–10:15 AM Path Forward: Charting our Future Direction (Small Group Breakouts)
Report out to the larger group.
Priorities + Closing
10:15–10:30 AM Break
10:30–11:30 AM Priorities for Path Forward (Report Out + Vote)
11:30 AM–12:00 PM Closing Reflections & Call to Action
12:00 PM Adjourn
1:00–2:00 PM Post-Program Conversations (optional participant-hosted discussions / networking)
About the OCL Alumni Council
A volunteer team working behind the scenes to bring the OCL Alumni Impact Summit to life.
