Join the Movement of Minds Shaping the Future: NICON 2025

Are you passionate about Ayn Rand’s philosophy and eager to connect with a dynamic international community of fellow thinkers? Don’t miss the New Intellectuals Conference (NICON) — the premier annual gathering for Objectivists, taking place this year from September 16–19 in the stunning, history-rich city of Tbilisi, Georgia.
Sep 16-19, 2025
Tbilisi, Georgia
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NICON Conference 2025 - The Atlas Society

About NICON

More than just a conference, NICON is a movement — a catalyst for intellectual engagement, personal growth, and cultural transformation. Inspired by Rand’s call in For the New Intellectual, this event brings together the next generation of thinkers committed to reason, individualism, and liberty.

At NICON 2025, you’ll:

  • Engage with world-class scholars, including renowned philosopher Stephen Hicks, author of Explaining Postmodernism.
  • Participate in thought-provoking lectures, in-depth discussions, and interactive sessions exploring the relevance of Objectivism in today’s world.
  • Join an international network of students, alumni, and advocates from across Europe and beyond.
  • Experience the vibrant culture and intellectual energy of Tbilisi, a city where ancient history meets modern ideas.
  • Discover how you can play a meaningful role in advancing a freer, more rational society.

Since its launch in 2022, NICON has been hosted in Prague, Belgrade, and Budapest, welcoming hundreds of participants from around the world. Each year, it serves as the cornerstone of the John Galt School alumni network, providing a space for ongoing collaboration, self-development, and inspiration.

Whether you're a student, an emerging intellectual, or a seasoned advocate of Ayn Rand’s philosophy, NICON offers a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and lead.

Applications are now open. Be part of NICON 2025 and join the new intellectuals building the future.

When: September 16-19, 2025

Where: Holiday Inn, 26 May Square, Tbilisi, Georgia

Secure your spot today by purchasing a ticket or supporting the event through sponsorship. Tickets are available to adults and John Galt School alumni.

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Featured Speakers

Stephen R. C. Hicks, Ph.D., is a Professor of Philosophy and Senior Scholar at the Atlas Society. He is the author of Explaining Postmodernism: Skepticism and Socialism from Rousseau to Foucault, Nietzsche and the Nazis, Entrepreneurial Living, Liberalism Pro and Con, and Eight Philosophies of Education. He has published in Business Ethics Quarterly, Review of Metaphysics, and The Wall Street Journal. His writings have been translated into twenty languages. He has been Visiting Professor of Business Ethics at Georgetown University (Washington, DC), Visiting Professor at the University of Kasimir the Great (Poland), Visiting Fellow at Harris Manchester College (Oxford University), and Visiting Professor at Jagiellonian University (Poland).
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Stephen Hicks
Keynote Speaker
Stephen R. C. Hicks, Ph.D., is a Professor of Philosophy and Senior Scholar at the Atlas Society. He is the author of Explaining Postmodernism: Skepticism and Socialism from Rousseau to Foucault, Nietzsche and the Nazis, Entrepreneurial Living, Liberalism Pro and Con, and Eight Philosophies of Education. He has published in Business Ethics Quarterly, Review of Metaphysics, and The Wall Street Journal. His writings have been translated into twenty languages. He has been Visiting Professor of Business Ethics at Georgetown University (Washington, DC), Visiting Professor at the University of Kasimir the Great (Poland), Visiting Fellow at Harris Manchester College (Oxford University), and Visiting Professor at Jagiellonian University (Poland).
Jennifer A. Grossman
Stephen R. C. Hicks, Ph.D., is a Professor of Philosophy and Senior Scholar at the Atlas Society. He is the author of Explaining Postmodernism: Skepticism and Socialism from Rousseau to Foucault, Nietzsche and the Nazis, Entrepreneurial Living, Liberalism Pro and Con, and Eight Philosophies of Education. He has published in Business Ethics Quarterly, Review of Metaphysics, and The Wall Street Journal. His writings have been translated into twenty languages. He has been Visiting Professor of Business Ethics at Georgetown University (Washington, DC), Visiting Professor at the University of Kasimir the Great (Poland), Visiting Fellow at Harris Manchester College (Oxford University), and Visiting Professor at Jagiellonian University (Poland).
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Jennifer A. Grossman
Keynote Speaker
Jennifer Anju Grossman -- JAG-- became the CEO of the Atlas Society in March of 2016. Since then she’s shifted the organization's focus to engage young people with the ideas of Ayn Rand in creative ways. Prior to joining The Atlas Society, she served as Senior Vice President of Dole Food Company, launching the Dole Nutrition Institute — a research and education organization— at the behest of Dole Chairman David H. Murdock. She also served as Director of Education at the Cato Institute, and worked closely with the late philanthropist Theodore J. Forstmann to launch the Children's Scholarship Fund. A speechwriter for President George H. W. Bush, Grossman has written for both national and local publications.  She graduated with honors from Harvard.
Leopold Ajami
Stephen R. C. Hicks, Ph.D., is a Professor of Philosophy and Senior Scholar at the Atlas Society. He is the author of Explaining Postmodernism: Skepticism and Socialism from Rousseau to Foucault, Nietzsche and the Nazis, Entrepreneurial Living, Liberalism Pro and Con, and Eight Philosophies of Education. He has published in Business Ethics Quarterly, Review of Metaphysics, and The Wall Street Journal. His writings have been translated into twenty languages. He has been Visiting Professor of Business Ethics at Georgetown University (Washington, DC), Visiting Professor at the University of Kasimir the Great (Poland), Visiting Fellow at Harris Manchester College (Oxford University), and Visiting Professor at Jagiellonian University (Poland).
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Leopold Ajami
Keynote Speaker
Leopold is an international speaker, coach, trainer, and consultant. He helps brilliant but overlooked leaders transform how they think, speak, and influence using the Science of Persuasion, Public Speaking, and Thought Leadership. He’s one of the few globally licensed trainers in Ethical Influence and Persuasion certified by the legendary Dr. Robert Cialdini — and serves as his official partner in the MENA region. From C-suite execs to rising thought leaders, he’s coached professionals in 20+ countries — including Google, Meta, Apple, IKEA, and HSBC. Blending philosophy, psychology, creativity, and communication, Leopold developed a practical system that enables leaders to design a voice that amplifies their worth. He’s the founder of the Novel Philosophy Academy and co-author of the #1 Amazon bestseller How to Hear Yes More Often.
Eduardo Marty
Stephen R. C. Hicks, Ph.D., is a Professor of Philosophy and Senior Scholar at the Atlas Society. He is the author of Explaining Postmodernism: Skepticism and Socialism from Rousseau to Foucault, Nietzsche and the Nazis, Entrepreneurial Living, Liberalism Pro and Con, and Eight Philosophies of Education. He has published in Business Ethics Quarterly, Review of Metaphysics, and The Wall Street Journal. His writings have been translated into twenty languages. He has been Visiting Professor of Business Ethics at Georgetown University (Washington, DC), Visiting Professor at the University of Kasimir the Great (Poland), Visiting Fellow at Harris Manchester College (Oxford University), and Visiting Professor at Jagiellonian University (Poland).
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Eduardo Marty
Keynote Speaker
Eduardo Marty is an economist, educator, and entrepreneur with a lifelong commitment to advancing the ideas of liberty and individualism. He holds a degree in Public Accounting from the University of Buenos Aires and a B.A. in Economics from Grove City College, USA. Eduardo is a Professor of Political Economy and Finance at the University of Buenos Aires Law School, where he teaches courses on philosophy and free market economics. He is also the founder of Junior Achievement in both Argentina and Spain, and currently serves as President of the Foundation for Intellectual Responsibility. A dedicated student of Ayn Rand’s philosophy since the age of 13, Eduardo has worked with leading Objectivist thinkers and was instrumental in publishing the first Spanish edition of The Virtue of Selfishness. He has lectured widely across Latin America, Europe, and the U.S., sharing insights on Objectivism, economic freedom, and ethical individualism.
Isidora Kolar
Stephen R. C. Hicks, Ph.D., is a Professor of Philosophy and Senior Scholar at the Atlas Society. He is the author of Explaining Postmodernism: Skepticism and Socialism from Rousseau to Foucault, Nietzsche and the Nazis, Entrepreneurial Living, Liberalism Pro and Con, and Eight Philosophies of Education. He has published in Business Ethics Quarterly, Review of Metaphysics, and The Wall Street Journal. His writings have been translated into twenty languages. He has been Visiting Professor of Business Ethics at Georgetown University (Washington, DC), Visiting Professor at the University of Kasimir the Great (Poland), Visiting Fellow at Harris Manchester College (Oxford University), and Visiting Professor at Jagiellonian University (Poland).
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Isidora Kolar
Keynote Speaker
Isidora Kolar is the Strategy Director at the Atlas Society International. She also serves as the CEO at the New Intellectuals Network, a US-based nonprofit  focused on training new and emerging pro-liberty nonprofit leaders from around the world in establishing sustainable and impactful organizations. Isidora previously served as CEO at Ayn Rand Center Europe, which she took global by expanding its reach and activities across multiple continents. Isidora's involvement in the liberty movement began in Serbia in 2013, and she has since remained an active advocate for freedom. As an accomplished public speaker, she focuses on topics such as nonprofit management and the philosophy of Objectivism.
Kevin Flanagan
Stephen R. C. Hicks, Ph.D., is a Professor of Philosophy and Senior Scholar at the Atlas Society. He is the author of Explaining Postmodernism: Skepticism and Socialism from Rousseau to Foucault, Nietzsche and the Nazis, Entrepreneurial Living, Liberalism Pro and Con, and Eight Philosophies of Education. He has published in Business Ethics Quarterly, Review of Metaphysics, and The Wall Street Journal. His writings have been translated into twenty languages. He has been Visiting Professor of Business Ethics at Georgetown University (Washington, DC), Visiting Professor at the University of Kasimir the Great (Poland), Visiting Fellow at Harris Manchester College (Oxford University), and Visiting Professor at Jagiellonian University (Poland).
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Kevin Flanagan
Keynote Speaker
Kevin Flanagan is a seasoned public speaker who has captivated audiences across four continents at conferences, academic symposiums, and festivals, while also hosting radio shows, his own YouTube channel, and even performing stand-up comedy for more than 15 years. As the former Global Director of Training and Engagement for an international non-profit, Kevin radically transformed and improved their leadership programs, impacting thousands globally. His transformative trainings were highly rated and sought after across the planet. A Law & Society graduate from Dublin City University and a Master’s recipient from CEVRO University Prague, he also founded the Brehon Academy to revive Irish heritage, a topic he is just as passionate about as he is empowering others to speak their truth, with passion, purpose, and poise. Despite a recent brain surgery affecting his speech, Kevin’s passion for empowering others to speak in a way that makes things happen, with confidence and impact, remains unwavering.
Martin Hooss
Stephen R. C. Hicks, Ph.D., is a Professor of Philosophy and Senior Scholar at the Atlas Society. He is the author of Explaining Postmodernism: Skepticism and Socialism from Rousseau to Foucault, Nietzsche and the Nazis, Entrepreneurial Living, Liberalism Pro and Con, and Eight Philosophies of Education. He has published in Business Ethics Quarterly, Review of Metaphysics, and The Wall Street Journal. His writings have been translated into twenty languages. He has been Visiting Professor of Business Ethics at Georgetown University (Washington, DC), Visiting Professor at the University of Kasimir the Great (Poland), Visiting Fellow at Harris Manchester College (Oxford University), and Visiting Professor at Jagiellonian University (Poland).
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Martin Hooss
Keynote Speaker
Martin Hooss is an intellectual entrepreneur currently based in Prague, Czechia. Martin holds a master’s degree in English Literature and Classical Philology from Trier University, Trier, and a master’s degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from CEVRO Institute, Prague. Between 2021 and 2023, Martin implemented and headed the New Frontiers of Objectivism campaign, which aimed to promote Objectivism within the libertarian movement. Since 2023, he has been working as a Philosophical Advisor, Content Creator, and Teacher for Ricardo’s Time, a Peruvian think tank, which promotes rational philosophy in South and Latin America. From 2024 until 2025, Martin also worked as a Fellow and Instructor at Objective Standard Institute. Martin’s research interests include practical philosophy, political philosophy, virtue ethics, and American constitutionalism. He considers Friedrich Nietzsche, Hermann Hesse, and Ayn Rand as the thinkers who have influenced him the most.

Agenda da conferência

**Programação completa a definir e sujeita a alterações**
Tuesday, September 16th
18:00 - 20:00
Inscrição e recepção de boas-vindas
7:00pm - 11:00pm
Welcome Reception
SEXTA-FEIRA, 6 de juNhoo
9:00 da manhã - 16:00
Sessões principais, de discussão e de networking
18:00 - 20:00
Jantar e discurso principal
Sábado, 7 de juNhoo
9:00 da manhã - 16:00
Sessões principais, de discussão e de networking
18:00 - 20:00
Recepção de fechamento
8:00pm - 12:00am
Closing Party
Friday, September 19th
7:00am - 9:00am
Breakfast
9:00am - 10:30am
Hotel Check-Out
10:30am - 12:00pm
Closing Remarks, Certificates & Group Photo
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Scholarship
Recipient Ticket

$50
Your ticket purchase includes:
  • Admission to the Conference on September 17, 18, and 19
  • Coffee breaks
  • Lunch on September 17 and 18
  • Opening welcome reception
  • Closing party
  • A gift bag from Atlas Society International
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Standard ticket

$150
Your ticket purchase includes:
  • Admission to the Conference on September 17, 18, and 19
  • Coffee breaks
  • Lunch on September 17 and 18
  • Opening welcome reception
  • Closing party
  • A gift bag from Atlas Society International
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