November 14, 2024: WorldQuest & Academic WorldQuest 2024
For the 15th consecutive year, high school students competing in Academic WorldQuest will play alongside [...]
November 12: WACC National Security Luncheon with Major General Windsor “Shane” Buzza, Chief of Staff U.S. Army Forces Command and Major General (Ret.) Garrett Yee, Vice President and General Manager at General Dynamics Information Technology. GalleryNovember 12: WACC National Security Luncheon with Major General Windsor “Shane” Buzza, Chief of Staff U.S. Army Forces Command and Major General (Ret.) Garrett Yee, Vice President and General Manager at General Dynamics Information Technology.
November 12: WACC National Security Luncheon with Major General Windsor “Shane” Buzza, Chief of Staff U.S. Army Forces Command and Major General (Ret.) Garrett Yee, Vice President and General Manager at General Dynamics Information Technology.
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive lunch discussion with MG Shane Buzza and MG (Ret) Garrett Yee as they take us around the world where the United States has forces deployed to support of our national security, discussing challenges that we face regionally and globally. They will discuss how technology impacts the battlefield and some of what the United States Military is doing to maintain a competitive advantage against the adversary.
November 11: An Evening with Major General (Ret.) Garrett Yee, Vice President and General Manager, Army and Defense Agencies Sector, Defense Division at General Dynamics GalleryNovember 11: An Evening with Major General (Ret.) Garrett Yee, Vice President and General Manager, Army and Defense Agencies Sector, Defense Division at General Dynamics
November 11: An Evening with Major General (Ret.) Garrett Yee, Vice President and General Manager, Army and Defense Agencies Sector, Defense Division at General Dynamics
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive private dinner on November 11 with Major General (Ret.) Garrett Yee, Vice President and General Manager at General Dynamics Information Technology. Major General Yee will lead an insightful discussion on the critical intersection of technology and military operations, exploring how advancements in digital infrastructure, AI, cybersecurity, and defense technologies are transforming modern warfare and global security strategies.
November 6, 2024: VIRTUAL PROGRAM — WACC Distinguished Speaker Series with Ambassador Herman J. Cohen
Join us for an inspiring WACC Distinguished Speaker Series. Ambassador (ret.) Herman “Hank” Cohen, one [...]
October 23, 2024: VIRTUAL PROGRAM — WACC Partner Program World Affairs Council of Connecticut and Global Santa Fe (FREE PROGRAM)
Steven Cook, Senior Historian at the US Department of State and Author America's Cold Warrior: [...]
October 23, 2024: WACC Business Breakfast Panel — “Lessons from Northern Ireland”
The World Affairs Council of Charlotte invites you to a timely and thought-provoking business breakfast featuring a distinguished panel of community leaders on the theme "Lessons from Northern Ireland" on October 23rd. As we head into what is likely to be a highly charged and divisive election season, the conversation will center on how we can draw from the experiences of Northern Ireland to foster peace, mutual respect, and unity in our communities. These insights, rooted in real-world examples of conflict resolution and peace-building, offer valuable lessons for navigating political tensions and bridging divides at a critical time.
October 17, 2024: H.E. Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United States of America
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte for an exclusive event on October 17, 2024. As part of the WACC's Ambassadors Circle Series, we will host H.E. Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani for enlightening discussions on the relationship between Qatar and the United States.
October 16, 2024: An Evening with H.E. Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United States of America
Don't miss the World Affairs Council of Charlotte's private dinner featuring His Excellency Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani, the Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United States of America, on October 16, 2024. We will delve into the multifaceted and evolving relationship between Qatar and the United States through discussion over dinner and Q&A with Ambassador Al-Thani. Through the Ambassador's expert perspective, attendees will gain a deeper appreciation of the delicate balance of diplomacy and the ongoing efforts to foster cooperation and mutual understanding between Qatar and the United States.
October 10, 2024: Transatlantic Relations – A Fireside Chat with EU Diplomats
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on October 10 for a captivating event: Transatlantic Relations – A Fireside Chat with EU Diplomats. Representing 15 countries and member states, this exclusive discussion offers a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from European Union diplomats about the evolving relationship between the U.S. and Europe.
October 3, 2024: WACC Speaker Series Panel with Dean Shelly Rigger (Davidson College) & Tate Nurkin (Atlantic Council)
Join the World Affairs Council of Charlotte on October 3 for an exclusive luncheon featuring two renowned experts on U.S.-China relations: Dean Shelley Rigger of Davidson College and Tate Nurkin, a leading authority on defense and Indo-Pacific security. This in-depth presentation will examine China's expanding global role, including its growing economic and political influence, military modernization, and technological advancements.