Upcoming Events

TMS: Global Spotlight Speaker Panel (September 20th, 2016)

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.

TMS: Global Spotlight Speaker Panel (September 20th, 2016)2024-08-06T09:37:46-04:00

TMS: Global Social Hour at Fitzgerald’s Irish Pub (August 31st, 2016)

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!

TMS: Global Social Hour at Fitzgerald’s Irish Pub (August 31st, 2016)2025-03-24T10:28:51-04:00

WACC Speaker Series with Gillian Tett (August 24th, 2016)

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.

WACC Speaker Series with Gillian Tett (August 24th, 2016)2025-03-24T10:25:50-04:00

TMS: 4th Annual Young Professional Multi-Group Mixer (July 27th, 2016)

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.

TMS: 4th Annual Young Professional Multi-Group Mixer (July 27th, 2016)2024-07-31T01:13:24-04:00

TMS International Fun Run (May 19, 2016)

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.

TMS International Fun Run (May 19, 2016)2024-07-31T01:13:34-04:00

A Private Reception with H.E. Miloslav Stasek and H.E. Petr Gandalovič (May 12, 2016)

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!

A Private Reception with H.E. Miloslav Stasek and H.E. Petr Gandalovič (May 12, 2016)2024-07-31T01:13:41-04:00

WACC Private Dinner (March 7, 2017)

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.

WACC Private Dinner (March 7, 2017)2024-07-31T01:13:55-04:00

WACC CEO Series with Michael Tarwater, CEO of Carolinas HealthCare System (October 8th, 2015)

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.

WACC CEO Series with Michael Tarwater, CEO of Carolinas HealthCare System (October 8th, 2015)2025-03-24T10:25:29-04:00

WACC Speaker Series with Dr. Lyle Goldstein (September 17)

World Affairs Council of Charlotte Speaker Series (Sept. 17th, 2015) Dr. Lyle Goldstein, Associate Professor, China Maritime Studies Institute (CMS), US Naval Academy Author of "Meeting China Halfway: How to Defuse the Emerging US-China Rivalry" lylegoldsteinJoin the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on September 17th as we host Dr. Lyle Goldstein, Associate Professor at the China Maritime Studies Institute (CMS) within the US Naval Academy, who will discuss his newest book, "Meeting China Halfway: How to Defuse the Emerging US-China Rivalry." Though a US–China conflict is far from inevitable, major tensions are building in the Asia-Pacific region. These strains are the result of historical enmity, cultural divergence, and deep ideological estrangement, not to mention apprehensions fueled by geopolitical competition and the closely related “security dilemma.”

WACC Speaker Series with Dr. Lyle Goldstein (September 17)2025-03-24T10:25:29-04:00

Private Dinner: An Evening with Dr. Lyle Goldstein (September 16th)

PRIVATE DINNER: An Evening with Dr. Lyle Goldstein, Associate Professor, China Maritime Studies Institute (CMS), US Naval Academy Author of "Meeting China Halfway: How to Defuse the Emerging US-China Rivalry" September 16th lylegoldsteinJoin the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on Wednesday, September 16th for an intimate and thought-provoking discussion and private dinner with Dr. Lyle Goldstein, author of "Meeting China Halfway: How to Defuse the Emerging US-China Rivalry."

Private Dinner: An Evening with Dr. Lyle Goldstein (September 16th)2024-08-06T09:34:11-04:00
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