“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, they must be felt with the heart.” —Helen Keller
Helen Keller’s life embodied resilience, courage and an unshakable belief that true beauty lives in our deepest feelings and in our connections with one another. Her words perfectly capture the spirit of the Institute’s visionary, Dr. Nancy Grasmick — a leader whose life’s work has been defined by heart, determination, resilience, integrity and enduring relationships across our region.
On September 8, 2026 at Towson University's Kaplan Concert Hall, we will proudly celebrate the five-year anniversary of the Dr. Nancy Grasmick Leadership Institute and honor the life, leadership and legacy of our founder and visionary, Dr. Nancy Grasmick. There is hardly a corner of this region that has not been touched in some meaningful way by Nancy’s leadership. The ripple effect she has created — through the Institute and through decades of service — will continue to strengthen and inspire our leadership pipeline for generations to come.
The evening will feature the premiere of a powerful new documentary that captures the breadth and depth of her impact, followed by an engaging fireside chat with Dr. Grasmick and David Rubenstein, co-founder of the Carlyle Group and owner of the Baltimore Orioles. Please join us in celebrating this legendary leader and the countless lives, organizations and communities she has helped to shape across our region and fueling leadership in our region.
Register today.
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