TEMPO Madison upcoming events

An Evening at APT for Sueño! (August 23, 2026)

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Sueño

Sunday, August 23 | 4:00 pm Picnic | 6:00 pm Play

Hill Theatre, American Players Theatre

The DEI Committee invites you to join us for an evening at American Players Theatre (APT)!

About the Play:

For the Dreamers: Step into this fantastical fairy tale, where old-world verse and modern wit mingle. A prophecy proclaims that a newborn leader will usher in an era of tyranny. But what if the fates are wrong? Doesn't every human deserve a chance to be human? Then again, what if they're right? Such questions propel the celestial dice we all roll every day. Life, after all, is our greatest adventure, and there's no adventure without hope. No hope without risk. A love letter to the Spanish Golden Age – funny, bawdy, and profound. A singular spectacle like nothing you've seen on our Hill stage, perfectly suited to an evening under the portentous stars.

Contains adult language and themes; viewers please take note. Contact the Box Office at 608-588-2361 for specific content information.

How to sign up!

1. RSVP on our website

2. Purchase Your Seats, make sure you enter the code for the discount!

Tickets

APT has generously offered TEMPO members a 20% discount on tickets using the promo code TEMPO26 during checkout.

Day of the Play: We'll gather at approximately 4:00 p.m. before the performance. APT has reserved a picnic table for our group, and an APT representative will join us to share insights about APT and the production and answer questions before the show.

Members are welcome to:

Bring their own picnic dinner, or
Pre-order a picnic meal directly through APT. Information Here

This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a great performance, connect with fellow TEMPO members, and learn more about one of Wisconsin's premier cultural organizations.

NFL Book Club (August 27, 2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness,

Author: Jonathan Haidt

Hosted at Anne Lucke's
RSVP to Anne

Fall New Member Orientation (September 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

TEMPO Madison Membership Chair, Shannon Hellenbrand, will host a New Member Orientation for those who have joined in the last two years.

The orientation will start at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 8 at the Madison Club's before the TEMPO Madison September Luncheon.

All current members are welcome to attend. Whether you just joined or have been a member for 20 years and would like a refresher!

This is a great opportunity to learn about TEMPO Madison, and what the organization has to offer:

TEMPO Madison Committees
TEMPO Madison Groups, including:
- Book clubs
- Breakfast clubs
- Kiva Lending
- No Strings Attached
- TEMPO Madison Foundation

RSVP Today

What AI Actually Changes About Leadership Beyond the Headlines and the Hype (September 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

What AI Actually Changes About Leadership
Beyond the Headlines and the Hype

Speaker: Kate Hutchinson, Business AI Collective President

September 8, 2026, | 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Madison Club

In this talk, Business AI Collective President, Kate Hutchinson explores AI through a practical, non-technical lens, focusing on what leaders realistically need to understand, where organizations struggle with adoption, and how to get started in meaningful ways. The session examines why the people adapting fastest are often not the most technical, but the most willing to experiment, learn publicly, and stay engaged with change.

About the Speaker: Kate Hutchinson is a junior at the University of Wisconsin–Madison studying Marketing, Economics, and Entrepreneurship. She serves as President of Business AI Collective and holds leadership roles in Badger Consulting, the American Marketing Association, and the Undergraduate Business Council. Her work focuses on practical applications of AI, consulting, and marketing strategy, with particular interest in how emerging technologies can improve workflows, communication, and decision-making inside organizations. Through consulting projects, student programming, and independent exploration of AI tools and trends, she has become passionate about helping others approach new technology with curiosity, experimentation, and a willingness to learn publicly.

Luncheon Choices:

Panko-crusted salmon, colcannon, mushroom melody, Dijon cream sauce
Al pastor cauliflower, Mexican rice, scallion crema, pickled onion, charred tortilla salsa, charred pineapple pico

Registration: Retirees $38.00 and Guests: $40

Online Registration closes on Wednesday, September 2

Book Bag (September 16, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Shotgun Lovesongs by Nickolas Butler.

Nominated by Julie Underwood and Susan LaBelle.

Lynne Judd will host. RSVP juddlynne@gmail.com.

50/50 Women on Boards: The Chicago Conversation (September 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Build the Relationships That Lead to Board Service

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Chicago, IL

The Chicago Conversation on Board Leadership

Are you interested in serving on a corporate or nonprofit board? Join the TEMPO Madison Women on Boards Committee for an inspiring afternoon of strategic networking and conversations with experienced board leaders.

This in-person event brings together professionals, executives, and current board members to share insights, build meaningful connections, and explore pathways to board service.

TEMPO Madison Group Details

Cost: $250 per person (event registration)
Transportation: Carpooling from Madison is being organized for those interested.
RSVP: If you're interested in attending with the TEMPO Madison Women on Boards Committee, please RSVP by August 10 so we can coordinate registration and transportation.

Take the next step in your leadership journey—build your network, expand your visibility, and position yourself for future board opportunities.

About the Program

Boards Under Pressure: Leading Through Disruption, Technology, and Public Scrutiny

Securing a board position is rarely the result of a single conversation. It is built through preparation, sustained visibility, and trusted relationships developed over time.

This in-person gathering connects aspiring board leaders and business executives with corporate directors serving on boards across your region and industries. Through curated conversations, strategic introductions, and candid governance insight, participants expand their network, elevate their visibility, and take meaningful steps toward board service.

Leadership Series: Responsible and Creative Applications of AI in Your Work (September 30, 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 8:00 am - 9:30 am

Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra
1118 E Washington Ave, Madison WI

Panelists:

Deborah Biddle, Founder, The People Company Consulting Group
Erin Block, Attorney, Godfrey Kahn
Kennedy James, CHRO, ElderSpan

Registration:

TEMPO Member - $30.00
Attendee - $35.00