Leading with integrity in all areas of life
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Recognized for his dedication to excellence and commitment to the highest principles, President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, second counselor in the First Presidency, received the Pioneer in Leadership Award from the BYU Management Society, Utah Valley Chapter on October 16.
During the event, held at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, Utah, President Uchtdorf accepted the award and spoke of the need to focus on the teachings of the Church to be honest and ethical leaders.
"Our religion, our faith, has to be reflected in our leadership, and our leadership must be grounded on personal righteousness," President Uchtdorf said.
President Uchtdorf told those in attendance that the actions of a business in one country can make a difference in areas throughout the world. Because of these global consequences, he said the need for leaders with integrity is great.
The event's theme was "Creating a positive future," focusing on the leadership needed in uncertain times. Expressing the importance of leaders that exemplify hope, vision and values in business, community and family circles, the BYU Management Society Utah Valley Chapter leaders said they chose President Uchtdorf because of his great example.
During the event, Gov. Gary Herbert spoke of President Uchtdorf's example of leadership.
"Your service exemplifies the type of service we need, particularly during these trying times," he said. "You are an outstanding humanitarian and offer unwavering dedication."
President Uchtdorf was given the award for being "an example of leadership and integrity... serving as a board member for several government and business executive committees" and for "serving his country in an exemplary manner," according to chapter materials.
Mark Hale, Utah Valley chapter president presented President Uchtdorf with the award, which is an original sculpture of a man and woman and wagon wheel.
The master of ceremonies for the event was KSL TV's Scott Haws. BYU's a capella group Vocal Point provided the music for the evening.
Other leaders in attendance included President Henry B. Eyring, first counselor in the First Presidency; Elder M. Russell Ballard of the Quorum of the Twelve; Elder Quentin L. Cook of the Quorum of the Twelve; Elder Cecil O. Samuelson, of the Seventy and president of Brigham Young University; and Utah Valley University President Matt Holland. President Uchtdorf was accompanied by his wife, Sister Harriet R. Uchtdorf, and daughter, Antje Evans.
