Upcoming Events

April 15th, 2026: WACC Global Business Series with the Honorable Elaine F. Marshall, North Carolina Secretary of State – “Local Roots, Global Reach: Driving Economic Growth Through International Partnerships”

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte will host North Carolina Secretary of State Elaine Marshall on April 15 for a timely conversation on how international partnerships are fueling record-setting economic growth across the state. Secretary Marshall will discuss the role of foreign direct investment, global business relationships, and international engagement in strengthening North Carolina’s economy, creating jobs, and positioning communities across the state for long-term success.

April 15th, 2026: WACC Global Business Series with the Honorable Elaine F. Marshall, North Carolina Secretary of State – “Local Roots, Global Reach: Driving Economic Growth Through International Partnerships”2026-03-04T18:05:49-05:00

April 14th, 2026: WACC Private Dinner with the Honorable Elaine F. Marshall, North Carolina Secretary of State

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte will host an exclusive private dinner with the Honorable Elaine F. Marshall, North Carolina Secretary of State, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 for a conversation on the role of foreign direct investments, global business, and international engagement in shaping North Carolina’s economic future. Guests will hear directly from Secretary Marshall and have the opportunity to ask questions during a discussion on how global connections continues to drive economic growth and opportunity across the state.

April 14th, 2026: WACC Private Dinner with the Honorable Elaine F. Marshall, North Carolina Secretary of State2026-03-04T17:51:22-05:00

March 19th, 2026: YPWACC Global Sports Series: Game Night (Charlotte Hornets Vs Orlando Magic)

Join YPWACC on March 19th for an unforgettable Charlotte Hornets Game Night, marking the official launch of our new Global Sports Series, where international affairs, culture, and sports collide on the world stage.

March 19th, 2026: YPWACC Global Sports Series: Game Night (Charlotte Hornets Vs Orlando Magic)2026-02-20T11:07:27-05:00

March 12th, 2026: WACC Private Dinner with General (Ret.) Paul Nakasone, U.S. Army Four-Star General, Founding Director of Vanderbilt University’s Institute of National Security, Former 3rd Commander of the United States Cyber Command and Director of the NSA

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte will host an exclusive, off-the-record private dinner with General (Ret.) Paul M. Nakasone on March 12, 2026, limited to just 24 guests. General Nakasone led U.S. Cyber Command and the National Security Agency from 2018 to 2024, overseeing America’s cyber defense during a period of escalating global threats. Now Founding Director of Vanderbilt University’s Institute of National Security, he continues to shape national dialogue on cybersecurity and emerging technologies. This intimate dinner offers rare, direct access to General Nakasone’s insights on the cyber challenges defining today’s global security environment.

March 12th, 2026: WACC Private Dinner with General (Ret.) Paul Nakasone, U.S. Army Four-Star General, Founding Director of Vanderbilt University’s Institute of National Security, Former 3rd Commander of the United States Cyber Command and Director of the NSA2026-03-02T15:01:53-05:00

March 12th, 2026: WACC National Security Series with General (Ret.) Paul Nakasone, U.S. Army Four-Star General, Founding Director of Vanderbilt University’s Institute of National Security, Former Commander of the United States Cyber Command and Director of the NSA

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte is honored to welcome General Paul M. Nakasone, a retired U.S. Army four-star general and one of the nation’s foremost leaders in cybersecurity and national defense, as a featured speaker in the WACC National Security Series on March 12, 2026. From 2018 to 2024, he led U.S. Cyber Command and the National Security Agency, overseeing national cyber defense, global intelligence operations, and the protection of critical infrastructure during a period of escalating cyber threats. Drawing on more than 30 years of military leadership, including combat deployments, General Nakasone will examine the global cyber threat landscape, the role of artificial intelligence and state-sponsored attacks, vulnerabilities facing governments and the private sector, and how cyber operations are reshaping modern conflict and national security. Now the Founding Director of Vanderbilt University’s Institute of National Security, he brings unparalleled insight into the future of cyber defense and global security.

March 12th, 2026: WACC National Security Series with General (Ret.) Paul Nakasone, U.S. Army Four-Star General, Founding Director of Vanderbilt University’s Institute of National Security, Former Commander of the United States Cyber Command and Director of the NSA2026-02-26T10:03:06-05:00

March 5th, 2026: WACC International Women’s Day

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for our International Women’s Day 2026 program, “Give to Gain." This year’s keynote speaker, Sabrina L. Brathwaite, Senior Vice President / Resident Director and Senior Financial Advisor for Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, will lead a timely conversation on leadership, financial empowerment, and the importance of investing intentionally in women’s economic advancement.

March 5th, 2026: WACC International Women’s Day2026-02-12T11:26:35-05:00

March 3rd, 2026: WACC CEO Series with Kurk Wilks, President and Chief Executive Officer of MANN+HUMMEL

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte is pleased to welcome Kurk Wilks, President and Chief Executive Officer of MANN+HUMMEL, as a featured speaker in our CEO Series on March 3, 2026. As the global leader of a German-headquartered company with more than 21,000 employees across 80+ locations worldwide, Mr. Wilks offers a unique perspective on German–U.S. economic ties, transatlantic leadership, and managing complex global operations in an increasingly interconnected world.

March 3rd, 2026: WACC CEO Series with Kurk Wilks, President and Chief Executive Officer of MANN+HUMMEL2026-01-07T14:14:20-05:00

February 13th, 2026: YPWACC International Career Panel

Join The Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte, UNC Charlotte’s Office of International Programs, and the UNC Charlotte Career Center for the opportunity to attend in person, network, and hear several professionals discuss the international elements of their careers in the higher education, business, government, and nonprofit sectors. 

February 13th, 2026: YPWACC International Career Panel2026-02-11T12:23:15-05:00

February 4th, 2026: YPWACC Drink About It Series –> The Transformative Power of Art

On February 4th, the Young Professionals of the WACC will host the next installment of our Drink About It program series at Lost Worlds Brewing Charlotte in Midtown. This moderated panel discussion will explore the transformative power of art across cultures and borders and examine how artistic expression shapes global perspectives, challenges assumptions, and fosters connection in an increasingly interconnected world.

February 4th, 2026: YPWACC Drink About It Series –> The Transformative Power of Art2026-02-02T13:25:17-05:00

February 3rd, 2026: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Francisco António Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the United States

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for a WACC Ambassadors Circle Series luncheon with H.E. Francisco António Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the United States, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Ambassador Duarte Lopes will discuss Portugal’s foreign policy priorities, its strategic partnership with the United States, and its role in today’s evolving global landscape, including Atlantic security, transatlantic cooperation, trade, technology, and leadership within the European Union, offering attendees a clear and forward-looking perspective on Portugal’s global engagement and the opportunities ahead for strengthening U.S.–Portugal collaboration.

February 3rd, 2026: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Francisco António Duarte Lopes, Ambassador of Portugal to the United States2026-01-30T10:53:14-05:00
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