This registration page may not work well in Internet Explorer. Please use a different browser to complete your registration.

Alumni Exclusive Book Talk: Born to Serve by Eric Idehen

March 4, 2026 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM (CST)

Description

This alumni-only event invites Lead DSM alumni to join a conversation with Eric Idehen (GDMLI '09), author of Born to Serve.

In his memoir, Dr. Idehen reflects on his journey from Benin City, Nigeria, to leadership roles in corporate America and nonprofit work. His story centers on resilience, service, and purpose, and includes the founding of the Cornerstone of Hope Orphanage, which has supported more than 150 children in Nigeria.

During this book talk, alumni will hear directly from Dr. Idehen and explore what it means to lead with empathy, live intentionally, and create impact through action. The event offers space for reflection, discussion, and connection among Lead DSM alumni who continue to lead in their communities.

Reading the book in advance is optional, and everyone is welcome to join the conversation.

About Eric Idehen

Dr. Eric Idehen is a social entrepreneur, community leader, and servant-hearted visionary whose life journey spans continents and cultures. Born and raised in Nigeria, Eric emigrated to Europe and later to the United States, where he built a successful career in banking and nonprofit leadership. A former Vice President at Wells Fargo, Eric now dedicates his life to community development and advocacy, both locally and globally.

In 2005, he founded Cornerstone of Hope Orphanage in Benin City, Nigeria, a labor of love born from a personal promise to God. Since its inception, the orphanage has transformed the lives of over 150 children, providing not only shelter and education but hope and a future.

Eric holds a PhD in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, and his work has earned him multiple national and international recognitions. As a husband, father of four, and mentor to many, Eric continues to inspire through his message of resilience, ethical leadership, faith, and unconditional love.

Time

Lunch will be provided

View Event

Contact Information

Name: Lead DSM
Email: hello@LeadDSM.org
We're sorry. No registrations are currently available. You may wish to contact the event organizer for assistance.
{{ vm.EventInfo.ErrorMessage }}

Select Registration Options

Edit
{{vm.regWarningMessage}}
{{vm.regAlertMessage}}

Exhibitor Opportunities

Name Price Att Qty
{{ et.Name }}
{{ et.IncludedAttendeesCount }} {{ et.AttendeeRegType.RemainingPerType }} Remaining {{ et.AttendeeRegType.RemainingPerType * -1 }} on Waiting List {{ et.AttendeeRegType.RemainingPerType * -1 }} Over Limit
{{ et.Remaining }} Remaining
 Sold out

Attendee Registration Options Total Remaining: {{ vm.EventInfo.VacantSpotsPerEvent }}

Waiting List Available
{{ vm.stats.totalAttendeesCount }} Registered , {{ vm.OverallOverAmount() }} on Waiting List , {{ vm.OverallOverAmount() }} Over Limit
Name Price Qty
{{ rt.Name }}
{{ rt.IsMemberOnly ? ' (Members Only)' : '' }}
Limit: {{ rt.LimitPerPurchase }}
Included Attendees: {{ rt.AttendeesCountPerOneRegistration }}
{{rt.Price | currency }} {{rt.PriceAfterDiscount | currency }} {{ rt.Price | currency }}
{{ rt.RemainingPerType }} Remaining
{{ rt.RemainingPerType * -1 }} on Waiting List
{{ rt.RemainingPerType * -1 }} Over Limit

{{'[[Sponsorship]] Opportunities' | localizeString:'['}}

Name Price Att Qty
{{ st.Name }}
{{ st.IncludedAttendeesCount }} {{ st.AttendeeRegType.RemainingPerType }} Remaining {{ st.AttendeeRegType.RemainingPerType * -1 }} on Waiting List {{ st.AttendeeRegType.RemainingPerType * -1 }} Over Limit
{{ st.Remaining }} Remaining
 Sold out
Continue

Registration Information

Edit

Exhibitor - {{er.Name}}

Exhibitor #{{ $index + 1 }}

Total: {{exhibitor.TotalPrice | currency}} {{ exhibitor.IsBenefit ? "- Included as a Benefit" : exhibitor.IsDiscounted ? "- Discounts have been applied" : ""}}
Exhibitor Directory
Primary Contact
Booth Information
Additional Information
Additional Items

Attendee - {{er.Name}}

{{ att.getAttendeeTerm(vm.EventSettings.AdditionalAttendeesTerm, $index) }} #{{ att.getAttendeeIndexDisplay(vm.EventSettings.AdditionalAttendeesTerm, $index) }}

Total: {{att.TotalPrice | currency}} {{att.DiscountMessage | localizeString:'['}}
A No Show fee is being assessed for {{fee.EventName}} on {{fee.EventStartLocalTimeString}}.
More Information Less information

Address

Phone

Additional Information
Event Sessions

{{slot.Name}}

{{$select.selected.SessionName}}
(full)
{{slot.SelectedSession.SessionDescription + (slot.HasFees ? " (Price: " + (slot.PriceTotal | currency) +")" : "")}}
Additional Items

{{'[[Sponsorship+]]' | localizeString:'['}} - {{er.Name}}

{{'[[Sponsor]]' | localizeString:'['}} #{{ $index + 1 }}

Total: {{sponsor.Price | currency}}
Continue

Additional Items

Edit

{{(vm.EventInfo.Terms.Donation || "Fundraising") + " Opportunities"}}

Campaign Name Item Description Amount
{{item.CampaignName}} {{item.Description + (item.ShowMinimumPrice && item.MinimumPrice ? " (Min: " + item.MinimumPrice + ")" : "")}}
Continue

Complete Registration

Edit

Terms & Conditions

No Show Policy

{{ vm.EventInfo.EventSettings.NoShowPolicy }}

Enter Promo Code

Billing Contact

Registration Protection
This event is synced to a webinar so no confirmation email will be sent from GrowthZone.

Thank you to our {{'[[Sponsor+]]' | localizeString:'['}}