Harvard Leadership & Happiness Symposium

On June 19-21, the Lily Li Future Foundation supported Harvard University's Leadership and Happiness Laboratory in facilitating the esteemed Leadership and Happiness Symposium. Led by Dr. Arthur Brooks, the event brought together a diverse group of over 200 leaders from various sectors—including business, military, and government—at Harvard's Kennedy School, complemented by an additional 1,000 virtual attendees. The symposium explored the critical connection between leadership effectiveness and personal happiness, emphasizing strategies that leaders can employ to cultivate well-being within their organizations and communities.

The discussions were rich and multifaceted, offering insights into how happiness-driven leadership can lead to greater productivity and success. Keynote speeches and workshops provided actionable advice, drawing from the latest research on well-being and leadership. This gathering not only highlighted the importance of happiness in leadership roles but also reinforced the foundation’s commitment to developing leaders who are equipped to foster positive, healthy environments in their professional spheres.

For a full recap of the symposium's program, visit The Harvard Gazette.