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05/26/06 Fullerton, CA - Renowned Business Leader, Jerre L. Stead, Delivered Hope International University's 81st Commencement Speech
Jerre L. Stead delivered the commencement speech at Hope International University's 81st Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 20, 2006. Renowned business leader, Mr. Stead conveyed an inspiring congratulatory speech to Hope's recent graduates.
Mr. Stead has significant experience and success as a global business leader. He is currently Chairman of IHS, Inc. and former Chairman and CEO of Ingram Micro. Dr. John Derry, President of Hope International University, introduced Mr. Stead with this statement: "He is one who has chosen to use the talents and abilities that God has given him in the business world. In doing so, he has served as a role model of professional integrity and ethics."
Mr. Stead demonstrates a relentless commitment to the success of others. His commencement speech served as an inspirational message to all at the ceremony as he shared a few of his personal values, such as treating all people with equal dignity and respect, continued learning, spiritual and physical growth, and teaching others. He emphasized using the "three P's"- "power, permission, and protection: power to do what you know will be right; the permission to continue to learn; and the protection that when you make mistakes, you won't make the same one next time."
Students were motivated by his parting words: "It is far easier to create a tomorrow for yourself than to change the today that you're in. So go out and create a tomorrow that makes a difference and leaves a legacy that you can be proud of."