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Metropolitan Majority Meeting
Adam Smith Society members from across the state of Texas gathered in Austin to participate in a robust discussion with MI president Reihan Salam and director of state and local policy Michael Hendrix.History & Philosophy
Understanding both the ideas and the stories behind free markets.
From Adam Smith and Alexander Hamilton, to F.A. Hayek and Milton Friedman, to the leading scholars of today…Smith Soc members are focused on both classical and modern ideas about economics and liberty.
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The Theory of Moral Sentiments
6th Edition Adam Smith's first major work focuses heavily on ethics, arguing that our morality is rooted deeply in our nature. The Theory of Moral Sentiments lays the groundwork for Adam Smith's later work including his most well-known, the Wealth of Nations. Attendees on the upcoming Smith Soc Trek will read excerpts from both of Smith's seminal works.Public Policy
Exploring how governments, regulators, and businesses shape markets and industries.
Taxes, monetary policy, income inequality, fiscal policy, elections, healthcare, energy…Smith Soc taps into multiple networks to bring experts and thought leaders, executives and politicians, together with our members to enlighten and connect.
Leadership
Learning to lead organizations of all sectors and sizes while keeping the free market in the forefront.
In local, self-governing chapters as well as at our nationally-organized retreats, Smith Soc’s members learn leadership practices directly from proven, established figures in the business world as well as from each other.
BUSINESS LEADER
Home is Where the Start-Ups Are
Paul Martino brings Silicon Valley acumen back to Philly The story of how Paul Martino found success in Silicon Valley, but returned home to Philadelphia for family...and to help fund local start-ups via his firm, Bullpen Capital.
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Hoop Dreams
Stephen Trauber's Basketball Passion This WSJ story tells how successful Citi energy banker Stephen Trauber gives back to the community by supporting programs and scholarships for young basketball players.
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Perspectives
Business Leader Cliff S. Asness, founder of AQR Capital Management and our 2018 Principled Leadership award recipient, shares his perspective on markets, economics, and life in this series of blog posts.Find a Chapter
Learn more about the Adam Smith Society on your campus or in your city. Click below to visit our Campus Chapters and Professional Chapters.