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Inside the Future of U.S. Soccer: How Atlanta Became the Epicenter of Growth and Global Opportunity
Published: April 27, 2026 By - Jaidyn Gambrell At an exclusive gathering held at the Buckhead Club, leaders, innovators, and changemakers came together to discuss the evolving landscape of soccer in the United States and why Atlanta is at the center of it all. This was not just a conversation about sports. It was about culture, infrastructure, opportunity, and the power of an ecosystem. From Dreaming Big to Building Bigger The speaker’s journey started like many others, pl
World Affairs Council of Atlanta
20 hours ago3 min read
On Character: A Conversation with General Stanley McChrystal
Published: April 13, 2026 At a time when leadership is increasingly scrutinized and public trust increasingly fragile, the World Affairs Council of Atlanta convened a fireside chat with retired U.S. Army General Stanley McChrystal about his new book “On Character: Choices That Define a Life.” Council President Rickey Bevington led a searching conversation about character—not as an aspiration, but as a lived discipline shaped by decisions made under pressure. From the opening
World Affairs Council of Atlanta
24 hours ago5 min read
Is the Postwar Order Over? A Conversation with Ambassador David Satterfield
Published: April 08, 2026 At a time of mounting geopolitical uncertainty, the World Affairs Council of Atlanta and Georgia Tech’s Sam Nunn School of International Affairs convened a timely fireside chat titled “Strategic Challenges and Opportunities for the United States: Is the Post‑War Order Over?” Former Ambassador Lawrence Silverman led a wide‑ranging conversation with former Ambassador David Satterfield, probing whether the global system the United States helped build af
World Affairs Council of Atlanta
Apr 165 min read
International Women’s Day: Leadership Lessons from a Life in Soccer
By: Jared Lenton Published: March 06, 2026 The World Affairs Council of Atlanta welcomed more than 300 members of Atlanta’s business, civic, and diplomatic communities on March 6 for its annual International Women’s Day celebration, presented by Bank of America with additional support from UPS . This year’s program, featuring two‑time FIFA World Cup Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist Kelley O’Hara , was held at the Mercedes‑Benz Club at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium. Opening Rema
World Affairs Council of Atlanta
Mar 243 min read
After Maduro: What's Next for Venezuela?
By: Jared Lenton Published: February 11, 2026 On February 11, students, Venezuelan community members and foreign policy professionals gathered at Georgia Tech’s Exhibition Hall for a compelling discussion on Venezuela’s ongoing socioeconomic and political crisis. The event featured retired U.S. Ambassador to Venezuela, James Story as the keynote speaker, with retired Ambassador Charles Shapiro serving as the moderator, and World Affairs Council of Atlanta President, Ricke
World Affairs Council of Atlanta
Feb 173 min read
Global Leadership Fellows Explore Geopolitics and Diplomacy at The Carter Center
By Jaidyn Gambrell Published: January 23, 2026 The Global Leadership Fellows (GLF) program cultivates globally minded leaders prepared to navigate complexity, build consensus, and lead with purpose. That mission came to life on January 23, 2026, when Fellows gathered at The Carter Center and the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum for the Geopolitics & Diplomacy Master Class — an immersive day of expert insight, applied learning, and real-world perspective. As on
World Affairs Council of Atlanta
Feb 122 min read
World Affairs Council of Atlanta Launches Speaker Events Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026
Atlanta, GA — February 5, 2026 — The World Affairs Council of Atlanta today announced the launch of a multi‑event exploration of the global, economic, cultural, and leadership implications of Atlanta’s role as a host city for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Presented by Bank of America , the programs will convene leaders from business, sport, and civic life to examine how the world’s largest sporting event will shape the region’s future. Additional programs will be announced through
World Affairs Council of Atlanta
Feb 53 min read
The World Cup in Atlanta: Unlocking Economic Opportunity in 2026 and Beyond
By: Jared Lenton Published: January 28, 2026 On January 27, 2026, the World Affairs Council of Atlanta convened 150+ global leaders for a dynamic breakfast discussion on the economic impact of The FIFA World Cup 26™. Hosted at The Loft, The Woodruff Arts Center’s newly opened space, the discussion highlighted Atlanta’s unique opportunity on the world stage. From boosting tourism and improving infrastructure to driving community development and attracting global investment, th
World Affairs Council of Atlanta
Feb 43 min read
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