Toolbox Frisco lunch with Tom Leppert

Tom Leppert has spent his career leading at the highest levels of both business and public service. He served as Mayor of Dallas from 2007–2011, where his leadership focused on economic development, public safety, education, and strengthening the city’s future.

Before and after public office, Tom led major organizations across several industries. He served as Chairman and CEO of The Turner Corporation, one of the nation’s largest building companies, and later as CEO of Kaplan, Inc., a global education company. His career has also included senior leadership roles in real estate, banking, and consulting, including McKinsey & Company.

Today, Tom continues to serve in corporate and community leadership, including as Chairman of the Board of Austin Industries. A former White House Fellow, he earned his MBA with distinction from Harvard Business School.

At Toolbox, Tom will share practical lessons from a lifetime of leading organizations, navigating challenges, and making decisions when the stakes are high.