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Speaker Biographies
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Scott McLagan
Emeritus Professor at the University of Denver’s
Daniels College of Business
Prior to his academic career, he spent more than 25 years in the corporate world, holding senior executive roles at three global companies, including a five-year assignment in Singapore. He views geopolitics through the lenses of risk and security.
Amanda Cahal
Professor of Global Leadership and Director of Global EMBA Programs at Daniels
She brings a background in international development with a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa and approaches geopolitics through historical, cultural, and geographic lenses. Scott and Amanda worked together for more than 15 years, teaching Global Business courses in the DU/ Daniels MBA programs and have led student programs and immersive experiences in over 30 countries worldwide.
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