Stuart Weitzman to visit UofL College of Business Nov. 2

Legendary designer and entrepreneur Stuart Weitzman will visit the University of Louisville College of Business on Monday, Nov. 2, for a conversation about creativity, entrepreneurship, branding and what it takes to build a global business.

The event will be held from 4-5:30 p.m. in Horn Auditorium at the College of Business and is free and open to all UofL students, faculty and staff. 

Best known for building one of the world’s most recognizable luxury footwear brands, Weitzman has spent his career at the intersection of design and business. His work has become synonymous with creativity, innovation and brand-building, making his story relevant far beyond the fashion industry.

During his visit, Weitzman will share insights from his career as a designer, entrepreneur, innovator and leader, including lessons learned while developing a brand with global recognition.

For UofL students, the event offers a chance to hear directly from someone who transformed an idea into an iconic business. The conversation will explore topics that connect across disciplines, including entrepreneurship, marketing, leadership, innovation, branding and global business.

Whether you are interested in launching a company, building a brand, leading an organization or simply learning how successful ideas grow, the event offers a behind-the-scenes look at the decisions and creativity that shape a business.

Event details

Stuart Weitzman: From an Idea to an Iconic Brand

• Monday, Nov. 2
• 4-5:30 p.m.
• Horn Auditorium University of Louisville College of Business
• Free and open to all UofL students, faculty and staff. 

About Stuart Weitzman

Stuart Weitzman is a designer, entrepreneur, innovator and business leader known for creating one of the world’s most recognized luxury footwear brands. His career demonstrates how creativity, product development, branding and business strategy can come together to build an enduring global brand.