Conversations on Capitalism

The Center for the Study of Capitalism Business Leader Summit

The Center for the Study of Capitalism Business Leader Summit is an invitation-only event for 100 business leaders from around the country. Attendees enjoy engaging speakers and the opportunity to network with fellow business leaders in a relaxed, closed-door setting. Summits are held at the Wake Forest University Campus.

The welcome dinner and one day event foster authentic discussions among people who have enormous power to drive a healthy free market economy. For more information on the 2024 themes and panels, visit our Center for the Study of Capitalism at Wake Forest University 2024 Business Leader Summit

The next summit is slated for April 2026.

2022 Sponsors

Stephens, Inc.
Bragg Financial

2024 Sponsors

Stephens, Inc.
Bragg Financial
Kilpatrick Townsend
Pinnacle Financial Partners

Conversations on Capitalism

Leaders are being pushed to explain the social purpose of business. Conversations on Capitalism facilitate peer discussions about opportunities and hurdles for free enterprise to tackle the world’s most pressing problems.

Launched in the spring of 2024, we work with sponsors to create themed dinners and networking sessions in major cities. We bring together leaders from diverse industries for unique dialogues on current narratives about capitalism and explorations of where capitalism is succeeding and where it is being questioned.

Current Schedule

Washington, DC March 2024
Nashville, TN November 2024
Miami, FL February 2025
Charlotte, NC, Spring 2025
Dalles, TX Fall 2025
Other cities and dates pending