Executive Luncheon Series
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Join us Wednesday, August 13th for our August Executive Luncheon presented by Piedmont of Augusta! Doors to the Columbia County Exhibition Center open at 11:00AM with networking and lunch, followed by the program starting at noon. Attendees will hear from special guests including keynote speaker Dr. Russell Keen, president of Augusta University.Â
Members: $45
Non-Members: $65
Ticket purchase and registration required.
About our Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Russell T. Keen assumed the presidency of Augusta University on July 1, 2024, bringing with him more than two decades of leadership experience within the University System of Georgia and a bold vision for elevating Augusta University as a national leader in health sciences education and research.
Dr. Keen, a native of Augusta and proud first-generation college graduate, holds a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Management from the University of Georgia, along with degrees from Georgia Southern University.
Since joining Augusta University in 2015 as executive vice president and chief of staff to President Brooks A. Keel, he has played a pivotal role in the university’s growth—including the landmark partnership with Wellstar Health System to form Wellstar MCG Health. Known for building strategic partnerships and advancing institutional priorities, his leadership is rooted in a commitment to academic excellence, student success, and transformative research.
Dr. Keen is leading Augusta University in a comprehensive strategy to expand educational access, strengthen its research enterprise, and achieve Carnegie R1 classification. His influence extends beyond campus through service on several key boards, including the Georgia Research Alliance, Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, and the Georgia Chamber of Commerce. He and his wife, Karen, have been married for 23 years and are proud parents of two children, Kaleigh and Brinson, both students in the University System of Georgia.
2025 Military Appreciation Executive Luncheon Photos by CSRA Photography
Scroll through moments from our last event in this series, our Military Appreciation Executive Luncheon featuring Nate Boyer! (Gallery available for a limited time.)
