Freeman Futurist Series: The Future of Consulting

What does the future of consulting look like in an age of AI?

Join the Freeman School of Business on Thursday, October 15, for the Freeman Futurist Series, featuring three industry leaders whose experience spans global strategy, business growth and enterprise technology.

Bringing three distinct perspectives to the conversation, the panel will explore how organizations make decisions, pursue growth and turn strategy into results. Hear from leaders with practical experience helping organizations navigate complex business challenges and gain insight into the evolving role of expertise in an age of AI.

Panelists

• Kathy Neiland — Partner, PwC Global Industrials and Services Assurance Leader
• Benno Duenkelsbuehler — CEO & Chief Sherpa, (re)ALIGN LLC
• Ben Martin — VP & GM Global Professional Services, NetApp

The discussion will be moderated by Cliff Farrah, author of Growing the Top Line and a futurist with more than 30 years of experience in growth strategy consulting.

Event Details

Thursday, October 15, 2026

Panel Discussion: 5:00 – 6:30pm

Marshall Family Commons, Goldring/Woldenberg Business Complex

7 McAlister Drive, New Orleans, LA

Networking Reception to Follow

Admission is free. Register here to attend!

The Freeman Futurist Series is supported by the R. W. Freeman Distinguished Lecture Series Endowment Fund.