Executive Learning Networks

Peer Learning Network - The Beginning of the Executive Learning Concept

As we all strategize to cope with the rapid pace of change, turbulent economic times, and perpetual leadership challenges, a truly exceptional concept in executive education is demanded. In 1990, a group known as the Peer Learning Network was created as a result of a partnership between Clayton McWhorter, then Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of HealthTrust, Inc., and Belmont University. The discussion focused on finding a vehicle to encourage learning among other leaders in Nashville's business community through shared experiences and resources. Through HealthTrust, Mr. McWhorter responded with a grant to initiate the 'Peer Learning Network.'

The Peer Learning Network is thriving today and maintains a purpose of 'bringing together top executives of Nashville's best-run companies in a setting where they can learn from each other.' Belmont University was designated as the 'coming together' place where leaders of companies doing business in a variety of fields can share problems and solutions (best practices) with their peers, and learn from world class speakers, creating a new network within Nashville's business community.

Premise

Both Executive Learning Networks afford members a unique opportunity to focus on the vitality of out-of-the-box approaches to explore and experience the answers to these questions:

  • What contemporary issues do you need to explore NOW for your company to thrive during change?
  • What best practices could you and your company share with other PLN members? What do you do better than most other companies? And what could you learn from other executives and their companies' best practices?
  • Who are the world-class speakers and business leaders you want to spend time with and learn from?
Peer Exchange Network

Based on the successful experience with the Peer Learning Network, a second network was created in 2003. The Peer Exchange Network's membership is comprised of a synergetic blend of highly successful regional businesses, and public/ community organizations.

For more information contact:
Jill Robinson
615.460.5560 phone
615.460.5593 fax
robinsonj@mail.belmont.edu