Featured Events
March 13, 2025 WACC Speaker Series with Dr. Nina Ansary, Author, UN Women Global Champion for Innovation, and Director of the World Affairs Councils of America’s (WACA) Global Women’s Lecture Series
Join us on March 13, 2025, for an insightful presentation by Dr. Nina Ansary, a leading expert on women's rights and gender equality. With extensive research and advocacy on gender bias, women's empowerment, and historical inequalities, Dr. Ansary has shaped global conversations on women's rights.
March 5, 2025: WACC Global Sports Series with Zoran Krneta, General Manager (Charlotte FC) and Dean Smith, Head Coach (Charlotte FC)
Join us for an exclusive conversation on the future of Charlotte FC in 2025 with the club’s top leaders. Zoran Krneta, General Manager & Chief Soccer Officer, and Dean Smith, Head Coach, will provide insider insights on team strategy, player development, and what’s next for the club as they gear up for a competitive season ahead.
February 25, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Nicole Bintner-Bakshian, the Ambassador of Luxembourg to the United States
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an engaging luncheon featuring Her Excellency Nicole Bintner-Bakshian, Ambassador of Luxembourg to the United States. Ambassador Bintner-Bakshian will provide unique insights into the strong and enduring relationship between Luxembourg and the U.S., highlighting areas of collaboration in diplomacy, trade, and global security.
February 20, 2025: WACC CEO Series with Marc McGrath, Regional CEO Americas, Schaeffler Group USA Inc.
Join us for an insightful WACC CEO Series lunch event with Marc McGrath, Regional CEO of Americas for Schaeffler Group USA Inc., as our featured speaker on Feb. 20. Schaeffler, a global leader in motion technology, has been at the forefront of innovation for over 75 years, pioneering advancements that make mobility more efficient, intelligent, and sustainable.
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