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Join The Magellan Society (Young Professionals of the WACC Charlotte) for an excursion to Intermezzo Cafe to enjoy authentic Serbian cuisine in the company of internationally-minded young professionals. We will learn about Serbian dishes and culture from the owners while enjoying a delicious family-style meal of assorted traditional dishes.
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte as we host John Ferriola, President & CEO of Nucor Corporation who will share his insights on the impact and future of the global and local steel industry. As Vice Chairman of the World Steel Association, and recipient of the Steelman of the Year Award for the second time, John Ferriola's work in the industry has been globally recognized. Despite market turmoil and imports capturing record market share in the United States, Nucor - the nation's largest steel producer and North America's largest recycler - has continued to generate profits.
Join The Magellan Society (Young Professionals of the WACC Charlotte) and Charlotte Latin School for our Global Spotlight Speaker Panel. Hear from three local leaders about how their work and organizations contribute to making Charlotte a global city. From ending child malnutrition around the world to increasing diversity and global education here in Charlotte, the three panelists will share about the impact of their work both globally and locally.
Join The Magellan Society (Young Professionals of the WACC Charlotte) for the our fall kick-off Global Social Hour at Fitzgerald's Irish Pub. Network and mingle with other internationally-minded young professionals while enjoying a pint. Stick around for trivia at 9:00!
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on Wednesday, August 24th as we host Gillian Tett, US Managing Editor of the Financial Times. She will share her insight into the US and global economy, and the global ramifications of Britain's pending exit from the EU.
Join The Magellan Society (Young Professionals of the WACC Charlotte) for the 4th Annual Young Professionals Multi-Group Mixer hosted by the Fillmore Charlotte and the RAIN Young Affiliates on July 27th, 2016, at 6:00 pm! The event will bring together Charlotte's nonprofits and young professionals in one location to network and mingle, in addition to providing information about all the groups represented.
Join TMS for our International Fun Run at Triple C Brewing Company on Thursday, May 19th to stretch your legs, have a drink with friends, and show your colors! Dress in traditional clothing to represent the nations/countries of your choice for a proud display of colors during the fun run. Regale yourself in flags, paint your face, or don some national insignia and join us for Triple C's weekly run club. The run is designed so that participants can choose their own distance and will conclude back at Triple C Brewery.
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte, the Charlotte Business Journal, and Petr Vasicko, Honorary Consul of the Czech Republic, for this exclusive opportunity to meet H.E. Miloslav Stasek, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and His Excellency Petr Gandalovič, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the U.S., to network with participants of the 2016 Energy Inc. Summit. Make your reservation now!
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on Tuesday, March 7th for a small-group conversation over dinner with Dr. Shelley Rigger. Dr. Rigger will share about the complexities of relations between the U.S. , China, and Taiwan. Don't miss this opportunity to ask your questions about China-Taiwan-U.S. relations as the Trump administration promises breakthroughs in these relations and begins to form its foreign policy.
Michael Tarwater Chief Executive Officer, Carolinas HealthCare Systems michael_tarwaterJoin the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on October 8th as we host Michael Tarwater, CEO of Carolinas HealthCare System who will discuss the role of Carolinas HealthCare in the global health arena and how its providing world-class healthcare service to our region. Michael Tarwater’s vision allowed Carolinas HealthCare System to develop an appropriate level of presence in promoting quality healthcare for people around the world. In collaboration with the Heineman Foundation of Charlotte, the Carolinas HealthCare System International Medical Outreach Program (IMO) is delivering medical assistance globally by establishing sustainable healthcare in underserved areas such as Central America, South America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Europe.
