Upcoming Events

October 26, 2023: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series Luncheon with Jo Ellen Powell, U.S. Ambassador to Mauritania (2010-2013) and Executive Director of the Uni Chapman Cox Foundation

On Thursday, October 26, Ambassador Powell will address WACC members and guests over lunch as she presents a captivating perspective on strategies to modernize the U.S. diplomatic service, the role of diplomacy in today's global landscape, and opportunities for individuals interested in a diplomatic career. Whether you are a seasoned diplomat, a student aspiring to join the Foreign Service, or simply interested in global affairs, Ambassador Powell's perspectives will be both enlightening and thought-provoking.

October 26, 2023: WACC Ambassadors Circle Series Luncheon with Jo Ellen Powell, U.S. Ambassador to Mauritania (2010-2013) and Executive Director of the Uni Chapman Cox Foundation2024-07-31T00:59:13-04:00

October 25, 2023: WACC Private Dinner with Jo Ellen Powell, U.S. Ambassador to Mauritania (2010-2013) and Executive Director of the Uni Chapman Cox Foundation

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive private dinner and discussion with Ambassador Jo Ellen Powell on October 25, 2023. As a career diplomat and former U.S. Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Mauritania (2010-2013) and Executive Director of the Una Chapman Cox Foundation, Powell shares her personal insight into the importance diplomacy, the modernization of the United States Foreign Service, and the ways to increase America's influence in the world through diplomacy. 

October 25, 2023: WACC Private Dinner with Jo Ellen Powell, U.S. Ambassador to Mauritania (2010-2013) and Executive Director of the Uni Chapman Cox Foundation2024-07-31T00:59:16-04:00

October 17, 2023: WACC CEO Series Lunch with Jonathan Dawley, the CEO of KION North America Corporation

We will have the honor of hosting Mr. Jonathan Dawley, the CEO of KION North America Corporation, for an engaging and insightful discussion into the fascinating world of industrial trucks, material handling solutions, and the visionary leadership behind the organization's global success.

October 17, 2023: WACC CEO Series Lunch with Jonathan Dawley, the CEO of KION North America Corporation2024-07-31T00:59:22-04:00

October 11, 2023: WACC Speaker Series with Daniel Runde, Author of “The American Imperative: Reclaiming Global Leadership through Soft Power”

Join us on October 11, 2023, for an enlightening WACC Speaker Series luncheon with Daniel Runde. He is a senior VP at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and author of "The American Imperative: Reclaiming Global Leadership through Soft Power." Runde presents a captivating perspective on reclaiming global leadership, highlighting the pivotal role of soft power. Discover how diplomacy, economic engagement, and cultural exchange can effectively address global challenges. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a profound understanding of soft power's significance in shaping global leadership.

October 11, 2023: WACC Speaker Series with Daniel Runde, Author of “The American Imperative: Reclaiming Global Leadership through Soft Power”2024-07-31T00:59:24-04:00

October 10, 2023: WACC Private Dinner with Daniel Runde, Author of “The American Imperative: Reclaiming Global Leadership through Soft Power”

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an intimate private dinner and discussion on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, with Daniel Runde is a a senior vice president, director of the Project on Prosperity and Development (PPD), and holds the William A. Schreyer Chair in Global Analysis at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a leading global think tank. He is also the author of "The American Imperative: Reclaiming Global Leadership through Soft Power" published in February 2023.  Daniel will answer your questions over dinner and explore how soft power shapes America's influence. He'll offer perspective on how diplomacy, economic engagement, and cultural exchange can address global challenges and shape a brighter future. His book, "The American Imperative" is a must-read for those passionate about revitalizing America's global leadership and driving positive change worldwide.

October 10, 2023: WACC Private Dinner with Daniel Runde, Author of “The American Imperative: Reclaiming Global Leadership through Soft Power”2024-07-31T00:59:26-04:00

September 7, 2023: WACC Speaker Series with Dr. Nina Ansary, Author, UN Women Global Champion for Innovation, and Director of the WACA Global Women’s Lecture Series of America Global Women’s Lecture Series

Join us on September 7 for an enlightening presentation by Dr. Nina Ansary, a distinguished scholar, author, and renowned expert on women's rights and gender equality. Dr. Ansary's extensive research and activism have positioned her as a leading figure in the movement to empower women in Iran. This conversation is timely as we approach the one year anniversary of the brutal murder of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini who was detained, beaten, and placed in a coma by Iran's morality police, the Gasht-e Ershad. This horrific event sparked an unprecedented wave of outrage and protests across the nation and the world.

September 7, 2023: WACC Speaker Series with Dr. Nina Ansary, Author, UN Women Global Champion for Innovation, and Director of the WACA Global Women’s Lecture Series of America Global Women’s Lecture Series2024-07-31T00:59:34-04:00

August 29, 2023: WACC CEO Series Dinner with Dirk Janzen is the Vice President Sales, The Americas, Lufthansa Group Airlines

The World Affairs Council of Charlotte (WACC) is thrilled to extend a very special invitation to you for an unforgettable evening of insightful discussions and networking opportunities. In partnership with The Zeitgeist Foundation of North Carolina, we are proud to present the CEO Series Dinner featuring Dirk Janzen, an influential figure from Lufthansa Group.

August 29, 2023: WACC CEO Series Dinner with Dirk Janzen is the Vice President Sales, The Americas, Lufthansa Group Airlines2024-07-31T00:59:39-04:00

May 24, 2023: WACC Ambassadors Circle Program with H.E. Jacques Pitteloud, Ambassador of Switzerland to the United States

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for a WACC Ambassadors Circle Series on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, with H.E. Jacques Pitteloud, Ambassador of Switzerland to the United States. He will address Switzerland's economic strength, its diplomatic and economic ties to the United States, and its role in helping manage regional security challenges in Europe.

May 24, 2023: WACC Ambassadors Circle Program with H.E. Jacques Pitteloud, Ambassador of Switzerland to the United States2024-07-31T00:59:43-04:00

May 23, 2023: WACC Private Dinner with H.E. Jacques Pitteloud, Ambassador of Switzerland to the United States

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an intimate private dinner and discussion on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, with H.E. Jacques Pitteloud, Ambassador of Switzerland to the United States. Ambassador Pitteloud will answer your questions over dinner and share his thoughts about Switzerland's relations with the United States and its resilient economy in the high-inflation Eurozone. In addition, he will offer his insight into the geopolitics affecting Switzerland, specifically, the dilemma with NATO and the Ukraine invasion.

May 23, 2023: WACC Private Dinner with H.E. Jacques Pitteloud, Ambassador of Switzerland to the United States2024-07-31T00:59:45-04:00

May 18, 2023: WACC Speaker Series with Michael O’Hanlon, Senior Foreign Policy Fellow, Brookings Institutions

Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for a WACC Speakers Series Luncheon on Thursday, May 18 with Dr. Michael O’Hanlon, Senior Foreign Policy Fellow at the Brookings Institution. He will answer your questions on overarching military and defense trends and themes of our time, along with the lessons for the military strategists and political leaders of today and tomorrow. He will also share his thoughts on the war in Ukraine and potential for war over Taiwan.

May 18, 2023: WACC Speaker Series with Michael O’Hanlon, Senior Foreign Policy Fellow, Brookings Institutions2024-07-31T00:59:47-04:00
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