45th Annual G. Russell Kirkland Distinguished Visiting Executive Lecture
Learn from a leader who helped shape the Coastal Bend
Dean Faiza Khoja and the College of Business at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi invite you to attend the G. Russell Kirkland Distinguished Visiting Executive Lecture—an evening of insight, experience, and real-world perspective from one of the region’s most accomplished business leaders.
This year’s lecture honors David P. Engel, a respected executive, advisor, and community leader whose impact spans decades of business growth, leadership, and economic development.
Through firsthand stories and practical insight, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how decisions are made at the highest levels of business — what drives growth, how challenges are navigated, and how experience shapes leadership.
Whether you’re a student exploring your future or a professional engaged in the growth of the Coastal Bend, this is a rare opportunity to connect ideas to action — and to learn directly from someone who has spent a lifetime building both businesses and community.
You’ll Take Away
- Real-world leadership insights
- Perspective on business strategy and growth
- Connections with the Coastal Bend business community
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Join Us
Come for the insight. Stay for the conversation. Leave with a clearer sense of what leadership looks like in the real world.
This event is free and open to students, faculty, staff, and the public. Networking reception to follow.