with Eric Lindner
an in-person program
May 15-17, 2026

Integrity. Peace. Community. Equality. Stewardship. Simplicity.

Do the Quaker Testimonies have a home in the world of business?

Yes!

When Quaker Joseph Wharton founded The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania in 1881, it was the world’s first collegiate business school. Its purpose was both to train those engaged in commerce and to “prepare graduates with the breadth and depth of knowledge to become pillars of the State, whether in private or in public life.” In keeping with Wharton’s vision, at this program Eric will unpack the reasons why “business ethics” isn’t an oxymoron, and the Quaker Testimonies are an advantage in commercial affairs.

About the facilitator. Eric has spent most of his life in or around business. He has an MBA from The University of Chicago, teaches ethics at Georgetown University, and is active in the Central Coast Friends Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-lindner-2129805a/

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Who is this program for? All are welcome to attend this program. Business students and those active in business are especially welcome, but no business background or academic experience is necessary.

This will not be a lecture course with quizzes or grades – it will be a fun, participatory gathering of those interested in learning how Friends values can be applied to business.

You can learn more about what Quaker Center programs are like here.

Program cost

Like all Quaker Center programs, this program is priced along a sliding scale – we encourage you to contribute an amount that you are comfortable with and that enables you to attend. We hope the suggested cost ranges below will help you to do this.
Standard rate: $200-350.
Welcome rate: $75-150.
You can learn more about Quaker Center’s program costs here.

Childcare. Childcare will be provided during the program sessions.

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