Our Story
Founding Story of CCL
Listen to Forum Member Travis McHugh explore with Founder Chip Adams on how Chip’s own life and career path led to the creation of the Center for Conscientious Leadership.
History of Center for Conscientious Leadership
2016
CCL Founded
Chip Adams, Nanci Caldwell, and Eff Martin found the Center for Conscientious Leadership with the mission to develop the next generation to be leaders of integrity and impact.
2017
Conscientious Capitalism Course Established
Conscientious Capitalism course launches at Santa Clara University. Focused on self-awareness and character development, “Con Cap” has become a top course at the University.
2018
CCL Community Initiated
CCL establishes a community for young professionals devoted to character and leadership development as well as career advancement.
2022
CCL Expansion
CCL is now growing its community by expanding membership and partnering with world class organizations to deliver impactful programs in character, leadership and professional development.
Initiative at Santa Clara University
Our Start
In 2017, CCL began teaching a course called Conscientious Capitalism in the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University, located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Top students at Santa Clara experience renowned national leaders sharing life stories and lessons learned in an intimate setting. Harvard Case Studies challenge students to develop new perspectives, and small mentored groups guide students through intense discovery and sharing. We are grateful to leadership and community at Santa Clara University for this partnership and the ability to share in the lives of such capable and hungry students.