TEMPO Madison upcoming events

NFL Book Club (August 27, 2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness,

Author: Jonathan Haidt

Hosted at Anne Lucke's
RSVP to Anne

Fall New Member Orientation (September 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

TEMPO Madison Membership Chair, Shannon Hellenbrand, will host a New Member Orientation for those who have joined in the last two years.

The orientation will start at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 8 at the Madison Club's before the TEMPO Madison September Luncheon.

All current members are welcome to attend. Whether you just joined or have been a member for 20 years and would like a refresher!

This is a great opportunity to learn about TEMPO Madison, and what the organization has to offer:

TEMPO Madison Committees
TEMPO Madison Groups, including:
- Book clubs
- Breakfast clubs
- Kiva Lending
- No Strings Attached
- TEMPO Madison Foundation

RSVP Today

What AI Actually Changes About Leadership Beyond the Headlines and the Hype (September 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

What AI Actually Changes About Leadership
Beyond the Headlines and the Hype

Speaker: Kate Hutchinson, Business AI Collective President

September 8, 2026, | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Madison Club

In this talk, Business AI Collective President, Kate Hutchinson explores AI through a practical, non-technical lens, focusing on what leaders realistically need to understand, where organizations struggle with adoption, and how to get started in meaningful ways. The session examines why the people adapting fastest are often not the most technical, but the most willing to experiment, learn publicly, and stay engaged with change.

About the Speaker: Kate Hutchinson is a junior at the University of Wisconsin–Madison studying Marketing, Economics, and Entrepreneurship. She serves as President of Business AI Collective and holds leadership roles in Badger Consulting, the American Marketing Association, and the Undergraduate Business Council. Her work focuses on practical applications of AI, consulting, and marketing strategy, with particular interest in how emerging technologies can improve workflows, communication, and decision-making inside organizations. Through consulting projects, student programming, and independent exploration of AI tools and trends, she has become passionate about helping others approach new technology with curiosity, experimentation, and a willingness to learn publicly.

Luncheon Choices:

Panko-crusted salmon, colcannon, mushroom melody, Dijon cream sauce
Al pastor cauliflower, Mexican rice, scallion crema, pickled onion, charred tortilla salsa, charred pineapple pico

Registration: Retirees $38.00 and Guests: $40

Online Registration closes on Wednesday, September 2

Book Bag (September 16, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Shotgun Lovesongs by Nickolas Butler.

Nominated by Julie Underwood and Susan LaBelle.

Lynne Judd will host. RSVP juddlynne@gmail.com.

50/50 Women on Boards: The Chicago Conversation (September 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Build the Relationships That Lead to Board Service

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Chicago, IL

The Chicago Conversation on Board Leadership

Are you interested in serving on a corporate or nonprofit board? Join the TEMPO Madison Women on Boards Committee for an inspiring afternoon of strategic networking and conversations with experienced board leaders.

This in-person event brings together professionals, executives, and current board members to share insights, build meaningful connections, and explore pathways to board service.

TEMPO Madison Group Details

Cost: $250 per person (event registration)
Transportation: Carpooling from Madison is being organized for those interested.
RSVP: If you're interested in attending with the TEMPO Madison Women on Boards Committee, please RSVP by August 10 so we can coordinate registration and transportation.

Take the next step in your leadership journey—build your network, expand your visibility, and position yourself for future board opportunities.

About the Program

Boards Under Pressure: Leading Through Disruption, Technology, and Public Scrutiny

Securing a board position is rarely the result of a single conversation. It is built through preparation, sustained visibility, and trusted relationships developed over time.

This in-person gathering connects aspiring board leaders and business executives with corporate directors serving on boards across your region and industries. Through curated conversations, strategic introductions, and candid governance insight, participants expand their network, elevate their visibility, and take meaningful steps toward board service.

Leadership Series: Responsible and Creative Applications of AI in Your Work (September 30, 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 8:00 am - 9:30 am

Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra
1118 E Washington Ave, Madison WI

Panelists:

Deborah Biddle, Founder, The People Company Consulting Group
Erin Block, Attorney, Godfrey Kahn
Kennedy James, CHRO, ElderSpan

Registration:

TEMPO Member - $30.00
Attendee - $35.00

Women of Wisdom (WOW) & Travelers First Monday Lunch (October 05, 2026)

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Join us on the first Monday of every month at noon for lunch to talk travel (and other rewiree stuff).

No agenda, no expectations. Just a chance to casually enjoy the company of incredible women, most of whom (but not all) are or have been Tempo members at one time. Current Tempo membership is not required.

We will meet at noon at the Imperial Garden, University & Allen Blvd., in the private room (Garden Room) off the main dining room.