The Business and Responsibility course, led by Benedictine University (BenU) Assistant Professor Howard C. Johnson, JD, MBA, has provided students with valuable insights from a series of guest speakers this semester. The sessions explored ethical business principles through distinct faith-based perspectives, offering students a deeper understanding of how moral and spiritual frameworks inform professional conduct and leadership.
On Sept. 16, Rabbi Label Blotner of the Southeast Valley Jewish Congregation spoke to students about the hallmarks of Judaism and their deep connections to ethical business practices. His presentation helped students connect ancient principles of integrity, justice, and stewardship with modern business decision making.
On Nov. 3, Fr. Kermit Holl, OSC, Chaplain at BenU’s Mesa Campus, shared insights on Catholic social principles, community engagement, and the moral responsibilities of business leaders. A native of Minneapolis, MN, and the tenth of eleven children, Fr. Holl joined the Crozier religious order in 1984 and was ordained to the priesthood in 1990. He currently resides in his community in South Phoenix, where he provides a fraternal witness to the Gospel’s call to unity and love.
These informative and engaging presentations provided students with a stronger, multifaceted understanding of how faith traditions continue to inform ethical leadership and business decision-making in today’s complex global environment.
