Become a WACC Member
The World Affairs Council of Charlotte (WACC) was founded in 1983 as an outreach program of UNC Charlotte and its Office of International Programs. As a non-profit, non-partisan organization, it is supported by private funding from individual and corporate member dues and contributions.
As a regional center for education and discussion of world affairs, the Council seeks to provide leadership for global thinking, believing that a broad perspective is necessary for effective competition in the global economy and for responsible citizenship in the increasingly interdependent political world.
Please consider joining us as a member to help support our mission. Bring the world to Charlotte through the World Affairs Council of Charlotte!
Membership with the World Affairs Council of Charlotte allows members to connect with other internationally-minded individuals, newcomers, students, and members of the Charlotte business community while keeping up-to-date on global developments at our programs. Learn about a wide range of international topics from ambassadors, heads of state, foreign dignitaries, experts on foreign affairs and other internationally renowned speakers when you sign up to become a member of the Council.
Becoming a member is simple. You can sign up online or call our office and pay via credit card or check. If you prefer mailing in your membership application with a check or card information, you can easily download the application here and mail it back to our office.
Join us in promoting global education in classrooms, fostering dialogue on international affairs, and deepening our community’s understanding of global issues affecting Charlotte and the world. Together, we can build a stronger, more globally connected community. Your financial support helps us continue our mission of enhancing cultural awareness and global understanding in our increasingly diverse region. Click here for additional information regarding our individual membership benefits.
Your support will help us continue our efforts to be a bridge between the world and Charlotte, North Carolina.
*Individual memberships purchased with credit cards will be set to automatically renew annually. If you would like to opt out, please give us a call at 704-687-7762*
Individual Member Recognition
| Global Envoys Dr. Jennifer and Dr. David Callaway Frank Kiker Marie-Claire Marroum Judy and Dr. Derek Raghavan M.A. Rogers Tracey and Scott Tozier |
Ambassadors Circle Members Jeannette and Francisco Alvarado Elizabeth and Brian Barger Victoria Sutton and Charles Bing Katherine and Jake Burns Monica Gali-Badolato and Armando Chardiet Shirley Linn and Dumont Clarke Wayne Cooper Millie and Tom Cox Larry Dagenhart Kristina Drye Ann Murry and Mark Erwin Lee Fite Fran and Bob Fleisch Nancy Brand and William Freeman Ericka and Dwight Gibson Katherine Pierce and Mike Hawley Meghann Sehorn and Kathleen Hessert Gunderman Mary and Steve Hunting David Jones George Johnson Peter Keane Seher and Neeraj Khanna Kathryn and Luke Kissam Joye Blount and Jessie Knight Ming Qi and David Lynn Kaye and Dennis McGarry Lesli and Michael McNamara Laura Meyer and Ward Wellman Sandra and Luther Moore Elizabeth and Tom Murphy Angela and Rohan Paul Sheila and Firoz Peera Peg and George Povinelli Ann and Michael Tarwater Ellen and Jim Wade Gaby and Kent Walker Jr |
Diplomat Members Aditi Sharma and Rajnish BharadwajShalini and Erik Byker Margarita and Nicholas Clements Elizabeth and Christopher Daly Claudia Douglass Joan and Parker Foley George Gabel Gary Hamill Homiar Hathiram Paul Kardous Carolyn Keith Dr. Andrea and Dr. Vikram Kumar Beverly and John Lassiter Barbara Laughlin Munya Muvezwa Lemar and Gregory Phipps Bo Proctor Lorraine Keah and David Reynolds John Ryan Juan Sandoval Isabel Villa-Garcia and Lawrence Shaheen Allan Stark Barbara Taylor Preethi Srinivasan and Arvind Vedantham David Whelpley Susan and John zumBrunnen |
| Global Emissaries Georgia and William Belk Jeanie and Tom Cottingham Ann and Deanna Evans |
Becoming a World Affairs Council of Charlotte (WACC) corporate member positions your business at the forefront of global engagement. Membership enhances your visibility through exclusive brand recognition, provides high-level networking with global leaders and decision-makers, and creates business development opportunities in international trade and foreign policy.
Corporate members also gain private briefings with experts on global trends, risk management, and economic developments, ensuring your leadership team stays ahead in an evolving global market. Invest in WACC membership to expand your reach, strengthen connections, and navigate the complexities of today’s international business landscape.
Click here for a list of our corporate members.
Please email Charlotte Klopp or call (704) 687-7759 for additional information regarding corporate membership.