Upcoming Events

March 7: WACC Private Dinner with Suzanne DiMaggio and Gary Sick from The Iran Project

Experts Suzanne DiMaggio, Director and Fellow at New America and Dr. Gary Sick, Senior Research Scholar at Columbia University's Middle East Institute will provide in-depth analysis and insight on what the Iran Nuclear Deal means to international diplomacy and global stability, and the consequences if the U.S. pulls out of the deal.n.

March 7: WACC Private Dinner with Suzanne DiMaggio and Gary Sick from The Iran Project2024-07-31T01:09:42-04:00

March 5: TMS Global Spotlight Series: Brexit and Other Concerns with Ambassador Ed Brynn

Join The Magellan Society (the Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte) at the Charlotte International Rotary Club Meeting on Monday, March 5th! Come network with other internationally-minded young professionals and Charlotte International Rotary Club members while we hear from distinguished Charlotte resident, Ambassador Ed Brynn, former U.S. Ambassador to Burkina Faso and Ghana.

March 5: TMS Global Spotlight Series: Brexit and Other Concerns with Ambassador Ed Brynn2024-07-31T01:09:44-04:00

Feb 22: WACC CEO Series with Klaus Zellmer, President & CEO of Porsche Cars, North America

Join Klaus Zellmer, President & CEO of Porsche Auto North America on February 22nd as he shares he shares his perspective on the global auto industry, future technologies, and leading the North American operations for arguably the most recognizable name in cars.

Feb 22: WACC CEO Series with Klaus Zellmer, President & CEO of Porsche Cars, North America2024-07-31T01:09:52-04:00

Feb. 15: WACC Speaker Series with Hilarie Bass, President, American Bar Association

Join Hilaris Bass on February 15th as she shares her perspective on international business, domestic and foreign policy, and the role of the ABA in global judicial affairs and at home under the Trump Administration.

Feb. 15: WACC Speaker Series with Hilarie Bass, President, American Bar Association2024-07-31T01:09:55-04:00

SOLD OUT – Feb. 14: WACC Private Dinner with Hilarie Bass, the President of the American Bar Association

Join Hilarie Bass, the President of the American Bar Association on Wednesday, Feb. 14th for a small-group conversation over a gourmet dinner. She will share her perspective on international business, domestic and foreign policy, and the role of the ABA in global judicial affairs and at home under the Trump Administration.

SOLD OUT – Feb. 14: WACC Private Dinner with Hilarie Bass, the President of the American Bar Association2024-08-06T09:39:52-04:00

Feb. 8: TMS Global Social at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse

Join The Magellan Society (the Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte) at Chima for a Brazilian-inspired evening on Thursday, February 8. We have the special opportunity to host a group of visiting teachers from Brazil! Come network and mingle over a beverage while enjoying complimentary appetizers.

Feb. 8: TMS Global Social at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse2024-07-31T01:10:01-04:00

Feb. 7: WACC Speaker Series with Dr. Stephen J. Blank, Russian Historian and Senior Fellow, American Foreign Policy Council

Dr. Stephen J. Blank uses his expertise in Russian history to analyze contemporary Russian affairs, advising private firms and U.S. Congress as the "go-to" expert. He currently serves as Senior Fellow at the American Foreign Policy Council and will share his insight on U.S.-Russia relations, Putin's foreign policy strategies, and the U.S. administration's relationship with the Kremlin.

Feb. 7: WACC Speaker Series with Dr. Stephen J. Blank, Russian Historian and Senior Fellow, American Foreign Policy Council2024-07-31T01:10:05-04:00

Feb. 6: Private Dinner with Dr. Stephen J. Blank, Russian Historian and Senior Fellow, American Foreign Policy Council

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on February 6th for a small group discussion over dinner with Dr. Stephen Blank about the rising tensions between the U.S. and Russia amidst ongoing accusations of cyber attacks, the investigation into interference in the U.S. presidential election, and bold leaders making statements outside of ordinary protocol.

Feb. 6: Private Dinner with Dr. Stephen J. Blank, Russian Historian and Senior Fellow, American Foreign Policy Council2024-07-31T01:10:07-04:00

Jan 25: WACC Speaker Series with Hon. Andrew Leslie, Parliamentary Secretary to the Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs (Deputy Secretary of State)

The Honourable Andrew Leslie, a long-time public servant in the Canadian government and a top ranking diplomat, will share his insight on the current state of the partnership between our two countries. His professional background in the military, private sector, academia, Parliament, and diplomatic corps will also provide context and expertise on current state of affairs, as well as a global perspective. 

Jan 25: WACC Speaker Series with Hon. Andrew Leslie, Parliamentary Secretary to the Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs (Deputy Secretary of State)2024-07-31T01:10:10-04:00

Jan. 24: TMS Global Spotlight – Media and Foreign Policy

Join The Magellan Society (Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte) in partnership with UNC Charlotte's Office of International Programs as we host Dr. Dean Kruckerberg and Dr. Katarina Tsetsura for a lecture and discussion on "Media and Foreign Policy".

Jan. 24: TMS Global Spotlight – Media and Foreign Policy2024-07-31T01:10:13-04:00
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