In February 2026, Dan Rice, AUK President and Leadership Strategist, delivered a powerful keynote at YPO EDGE in Sydney, addressing "What can CEOs learn from a war zone?" He shared firsthand leadership lessons from Ukraine’s front lines — insights every business leader needs to thrive under pressure.
YPO EDGE is the premier annual gathering for YPO, a global community of over 38,000 chief executives across 150 countries. The 2026 event in Sydney, Australia, united more than 2,700 leaders to explore themes like humanizing the Digital Revolution, shifting geopolitical centers of gravity, future-ready leadership, and thriving and well-being.
Dan Rice emphasized the importance of offering internship opportunities to Ukrainian students from American University Kyiv, emphasizing that many YPO members are committed to this initiative.
"It was an honor to speak at YPO EDGE in Sydney. With over 37,000 YPO members globally, we hope that many of them will take on Ukrainian interns from American University Kyiv for internships this summer. This opportunity not only benefits the students but also enriches the sponsoring companies, showcasing true leadership and humanity," remarked Dan Rice.
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