This document discusses the evolution of corporate universities from their origins to present challenges. It begins by outlining shifts in expectations from CEOs and macroeconomic conditions that have impacted corporate universities. Specifically, CEOs now expect stronger alignment with strategic objectives and measurable ROI while facing pressures to reduce costs. The document then profiles the history of corporate universities from their origins in the 1990s to periods of growth and consolidation. It outlines changing talent and learning needs driven by workforce demographics, skills shortages, and demands for alignment, efficiency and speed. The presentation calls for redefining corporate universities, developing robust operating models, and positioning them to contribute strategically and to academia through research. It encourages participants to discuss views and ideas to help corporate universities