Upcoming Events

March 5, 2025: WACC Private Dinner with Charlotte Football Club’s General Manager Zoran Krneta & Head Coach Dean Smith

Join us for an exclusive, private dinner on March 5, 2025 featuring an intimate conversation with Charlotte FC’s top leaders, General Manager Zoran Krneta and Head Coach Dean Smith. This unique gathering offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with the minds shaping the club’s future. In this off-the-record discussion, Krneta and Smith will share insider insights on team strategy, player development, and the club’s vision for 2025 as they prepare for a competitive season ahead.

March 5, 2025: WACC Private Dinner with Charlotte Football Club’s General Manager Zoran Krneta & Head Coach Dean Smith2025-05-13T14:45:39-04:00

Feb 27, 2025: YPWACC’s Adventures in Dining — Dominican Cuisine

Join the Young Professionals of the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for the second installment of the restored Adventures in Dining series on its new date of Tuesday, May 28th, 2024!

Feb 27, 2025: YPWACC’s Adventures in Dining — Dominican Cuisine2025-02-14T12:54:31-05:00

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 25, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Nicole Bintner-Bakshian, the Ambassador of Luxembourg to the United States2025-02-27T10:31:04-05:00

February 24, 2025: An Evening with H.E. Nicole Bintner-Bakshian, the Ambassador of Luxembourg to the United States

Join us for an insightful evening as we explore the dynamic and evolving relationship between Luxembourg and the United States. Over dinner and conversation with Ambassador Bintner-Bakshian, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of Luxembourg's diplomatic priorities, its role in European and global affairs, and the ongoing efforts to strengthen U.S.-Luxembourg relations. This exclusive event offers a rare opportunity to engage with a seasoned diplomat, gain invaluable insights into international diplomacy, and participate in thoughtful dialogue about Luxembourg’s position in the world and its contributions to global cooperation.

February 24, 2025: An Evening with H.E. Nicole Bintner-Bakshian, the Ambassador of Luxembourg to the United States2025-02-04T04:55:18-05:00

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.

February 20, 2025: WACC CEO Series with Marc McGrath, Regional CEO Americas, Schaeffler Group USA Inc.2025-02-24T11:37:43-05:00

February 13, 2025: 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 13, 2025: YPWACC International Career Panel2025-02-18T14:45:02-05:00

February 12, 2025: WACC Business Breakfast Series with Dr. Jay Bryson, Managing Director and Chief Economist at Wells Fargo

Jay Bryson will provide the global economic outlook for 2025 including forecasts of GDP growth in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, unemployment and labor market, inflation, and interest rates in the world's major economies.

February 12, 2025: WACC Business Breakfast Series with Dr. Jay Bryson, Managing Director and Chief Economist at Wells Fargo2025-02-22T22:27:42-05:00

February 4, 2025: Tom Standage, Deputy Editor-In-Chief of The Economist & Editor of “The World Ahead 2025”

Annually, "The World Ahead" series by The Economist offers a forward-looking perspective on anticipated developments in the upcoming year. Tom Standage, Deputy Editor-In-Chief of The Economist and Editor of "The World Ahead 2025," will provide well-informed predictions, in-depth analyses from foreign policy and current affairs experts, a synopsis of the global economic forecast, and crucial insights into focal issues that are poised to be significant touchpoints in the coming year.

February 4, 2025: Tom Standage, Deputy Editor-In-Chief of The Economist & Editor of “The World Ahead 2025”2025-02-04T05:53:54-05:00

January 29, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Jovita Neliupšienė, Ambassador of the European Union to the United States

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte will host H.E. Jovita Neliupšienė, Ambassador of the European Union to the United States on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, as part of our Ambassadors Circle Series. This exclusive discussion will explore the evolving relationship between the European Union and the United States—a partnership critical to global stability and progress. In the face of pressing global challenges, including geopolitical tensions, war, climate change, conflict, and economic uncertainty, the EU and U.S. remain united in advancing shared values of democracy, innovation, and sustainable growth.

January 29, 2025: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series with H.E. Jovita Neliupšienė, Ambassador of the European Union to the United States2024-12-20T10:43:55-05:00

December 4, 2024: WACC CEO Series with Leon Topalian, Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer of Nucor Corporation

Join us for an insightful presentation on December 4, 2024, with Leon Topalian, the Chair, President, and CEO of Nucor Corporation, one of the largest steel producers in the United States. He will share his extensive knowledge and experience in the steel industry, providing a unique perspective on leadership, innovation, and sustainability in manufacturing.

December 4, 2024: WACC CEO Series with Leon Topalian, Chair, President and Chief Executive Officer of Nucor Corporation2024-12-09T12:42:37-05:00
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