Annual Ethics Day 2025

Leadership 101: Making the Hard Decisions

The keynote event of Clemson’s 8th Annual Ethics Day featured a distinguished panel of leaders from the Rutland Institute for Ethics Advisory Board. Moderated by CHANGE member Samone Middleton, this session—Leadership 101: Making the Hard Decisions—explored the real-world challenges and ethical dilemmas faced by leaders across industries.

Panelists Bryan Batson, Nicole Clifton, Anderson Garcia, and Nancy Whitworth reflected on pivotal decisions in their careers, the impact of personal values on professional life, and the lessons they learned from both success and failure. Through honest dialogue and practical insights, this conversation helped attendees consider what it truly means to lead with integrity.

Watch the Keynote Address Here: