Columbia Business School presents the 48th Annual Awards Dinner recognizing the achievements of exceptional leaders in business. Allon Bloch ’97, Co-founder & CEO, K Health, will accept the Distinguished Innovator Award, and Daniel O’Day ’97, Chairman & CEO, Gilead Sciences, will accept our Distinguished Leadership in Business Award. The event will be co-chaired by Maria L. Chrin ’89, CEO and Managing Partner, Circle Wealth Management, and Shankh Mitra ’09, CEO, Welltower Inc.
Please join Dean Costis Maglaras on Monday, May 11, 2026, at the iconic Rainbow Room to share in this cherished celebration of leadership and impact. Every year, the funds raised through this event help provide critical financial aid to talented students—many of whom would not otherwise have the opportunity to attend. At Columbia Business School, we are committed to ensuring that financial need does not limit a student's potential. Your generosity will directly support the brightest minds from all backgrounds, helping them achieve their goals and become the leaders of tomorrow.
For more details on the event, please visit annualawardsdinner.business.columbia.edu or contact our office at aad@gsb.columbia.edu.
Please note: This exclusive event is limited to the Columbia Business School Board, honorees, and select invited guests.