Stuart Weitzman, an acclaimed designer and founder of the luxury shoe brand that bears his name, will discuss his entrepreneurial journey during a lecture on the Clark University campus. In his talk, he will share his experience in business and beyond, which will be particularly interesting to students interested in business, the creative arts, technology, and more.
Please note that video recording and audio capture are strictly prohibited during this event. Still photographs are permitted, but no recordings of any kind will be allowed.
Stuart Weitzman’s passion for design has been a lifelong pursuit, leading to the internationally renowned company that bears his name. He has been honored extensively for his unique approach to entrepreneurship and for his uncompromising commitment to prioritizing function as an integral element of fashion.
His shoes have dominated red-carpet events for many years and are worn by celebrity fans around the world. Beyoncé, Kate Middleton, Selena Gomez, Taylor Swift, and Jennifer Lopez are just a few who are regularly seen in his designs, along with millions of other women in over 70 countries.
Weitzman approaches his extensive charitable endeavors with equal commitment. Among these are his ongoing support for a wide range of hospitals and medical research centers, youth and sports organizations, and cultural institutions and museums. He regularly mentors students on their entrepreneurial and design aspirations, including at the University of Pennsylvania, Princeton, Yale, Caltech, Rice, Stanford, the University of Chicago, and the London Business School. He is a graduate of the Wharton School of Business at Penn, where the university has honored him by renaming their design and architecture school the Stuart Weitzman School of Design.
During his free time, you may find him on the tennis court or at the ping-pong table. If you’ve got a racket, he’ll welcome the challenge.