ADAM Smith SOCIETY
FREE MARKETS. Open minds.
The Adam Smith Society is modeled on the Federalist Society and seeks to do for free-market principles what the Federalist Society has done for constitutionalism. We host speakers and debates that unpack key policy challenges facing the business community and our country at large, examining questions like:
How do we train the American workforce for jobs of the future?
Does the free market promote inequality or opportunity, or both?
Must firms prioritize social and environmental ends?
How does capitalism affect the least privileged?
Is Big Tech a problem for our democracy, and if so, should it be regulated?
The Adam Smith Society Student Club is the perfect platform for business school students passionate about exploring the vital role of free markets in driving human flourishing and creating opportunities for everyone. By joining, students gain access to thought-provoking debates, engaging discussions, and a dynamic network of peers and professionals who share a vision for advancing economic growth and individual potential through market-driven solutions.
For more information on the Adam Smith Society mission visit: https://www.adamsmithsociety.com/
"Our chapter has established a great culture for the open exchange of ideas. I feel like many of the deepest and most thoughtful conversations I've had have been either with members of the Society or stemmed from one of our events." — Chris Payne, Chicago Booth
Joining the Adam Smith Society is more than club membership—it's an opportunity to be part of a community shaping the future of business and society through the power of free-market ideas.
Jan 22, 2026 7:00pm - 9:00pm
One of the key values of our society is an open debate - learning from one another and getting exposed to new ideas. In that spirit, we're launching a new series of events - Jeffersonian Dinners, a tradition established by America's 3rd president. By engaging in a focused conversation, with only one person speaking at a time, Jefferson and his guests were able to unlock the power of their collective wisdom. The purpose was simple: to listen, learn, and inspire one another through meaningful dialogue around a particular topic. The first dinner will address two major questions. First, in the spirit of the new year: what is happiness, and how does one live a life full of it? Then, from both a historical and contemporary perspective, we'll discuss when and whether American power is justified abroad. A multi-course dinner will be provided. New members may register to the dinner and the Society with the non-member ticket, and partners of members may attend with the Partners ticket.
(Some Chicago Booth School of Business users only)
