Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement
Diplomacy is evolving and multi-faceted. Skepticism of global engagement is growing, alliances are shifting, and polarization is increasing. Complex policy issues require collaboration among diplomatic, business and policy leaders, however gaps exist among these sectors. Stronger neutral, non-partisan channels among these communities are needed.
The Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement accelerates collaboration between international diplomatic corps and U.S. public and private sector leaders to cooperate on solutions to global economic and security issues. With more than 60 years of close relationships with the diplomatic community, Meridian is uniquely positioned to convene dialogues among leaders across borders, parties, and industries. These conversations are essential in today’s polarized society to achieve consensus and sustainable, mutually-beneficial solutions.
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Insights Series: Insights@Meridian sessions are held monthly and feature a high-level U.S. government speaker or thought influencer to brief the diplomatic community followed by Q&A/discussion and networking reception. Ambassadors or senior representatives from Washington-based embassies are invited to join these events leading to a broad and diverse cross-section of regional interests and perspectives. Recent speakers for these sessions include Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, and District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser.
Diplocraft: The Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement hosts a monthly series of programs for diplomats to hear from and interact with organizations and individuals on the front lines of political, social, security and economic issues in Washington and beyond. This series includes policy deep dives, peer networking opportunities and navigating Washington seminars.
Read about our offerings for diplomats
Dive in beyond the headlines to understand the top issues in the United States. Meet the policy- and thought-makers who are shaping politics and economics in Washington and beyond.
Do you want to connect with American policymakers? Do you want to strengthen your relationships with American business leaders? Do you have recommendations for policy discussions and trainings? Please reach out to Sienna Girgenti, Director for the Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement.
As a private sector Partner of the Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement, business leaders responsible for international affairs and government policy can strengthen relationships with key foreign and domestic leaders. Meridian serves as a powerful platform to bring the right influencers and decision makers from the diplomatic, government and private sector communities together to address and collaborate on a wide variety of global issues to drive policy and action.
Global Dialogue Series: Featuring “salon style," off-the-record conversations, the small audience format is designed to facilitate thoughtful conversation and encourage audience participation on central policy challenges facing the U.S. and world leaders. Participants include representatives from the public and diplomatic sectors, Meridian trustees and corporate council members.
Corporate Diplomacy Trainings: Meridian leverages its experience in diplomacy, cross-cultural expertise and global affairs to train corporate leaders and staff to Think Like a Diplomat, enabling private sector partners to cultivate a workforce with the skills and insights to operate in a rapidly globalizing business environment.
Connect on pressing policy and economic matters with foreign and domestic leaders in a neutral, non-partisan space.
Do you want to build stronger ties with foreign leaders? Do you have ideas for timely or upcoming issues that the U.S. government and diplomatic corps will be tackling? Please contact Frank Justice, Vice President of the Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement to explore how your company can connect with key influencers and decisionmakers through Meridian’s convening programs.
The Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement’s programs provide senior American policymakers a valuable platform to connect with the diplomatic community at large, convey government perspectives on policies, and facilitate bilateral cooperation on important economic and political issues.
Insights Series: Insights@Meridian sessions are held monthly and feature a high-level U.S. government speaker or thought influencer to brief the diplomatic community followed by Q&A/discussion and networking reception. Ambassadors or senior representatives from Washington-based embassies are invited to join these events leading to a broad and diverse cross-section of regional interests and perspectives. Recent speakers for these sessions include Acting USAID Administrator John Barsa, U.S. Representative to the UN Kelly Craft, Karen Bass (D-CA), Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, Acting NAAACP President, Derrick Johnson and House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (D-SC).
Global Leadership Summit: Building on Meridian’s reputation as a center for global leadership, the Meridian Global Leadership Summit convenes a cross-section of international and domestic policy makers, corporate and diplomatic leaders, academics, and members of the media to explore more efficient, effective ways to address global economic and social challenges.
Strengthen relationships with members of the diplomatic community and exchange perspectives on current and burgeoning domestic and foreign policy issues.
Are you interested in speaking about a timely relevant issue with members of the diplomatic corps from 180 embassies and business leaders in Washington? Please reach out to Lucky Barbieri, Program Officer for the Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement.
Insights Series: Insights@Meridian sessions are held monthly and feature a high-level U.S. government speaker or thought influencer to brief the diplomatic community followed by Q&A/discussion and networking reception. Ambassadors or senior representatives from Washington-based embassies are invited to join these events leading to a broad and diverse cross-section of regional interests and perspectives. Recent speakers for these sessions include Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, and District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser.
Diplocraft: The Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement hosts a monthly series of programs for diplomats to hear from and interact with organizations and individuals on the front lines of political, social, security and economic issues in Washington and beyond. This series includes policy deep dives, peer networking opportunities and navigating Washington seminars.
Read about our offerings for diplomats
Dive in beyond the headlines to understand the top issues in the United States. Meet the policy- and thought-makers who are shaping politics and economics in Washington and beyond.
Do you want to connect with American policymakers? Do you want to strengthen your relationships with American business leaders? Do you have recommendations for policy discussions and trainings? Please reach out to Sienna Girgenti, Director for the Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement.
As a private sector Partner of the Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement, business leaders responsible for international affairs and government policy can strengthen relationships with key foreign and domestic leaders. Meridian serves as a powerful platform to bring the right influencers and decision makers from the diplomatic, government and private sector communities together to address and collaborate on a wide variety of global issues to drive policy and action.
Global Dialogue Series: Featuring “salon style," off-the-record conversations, the small audience format is designed to facilitate thoughtful conversation and encourage audience participation on central policy challenges facing the U.S. and world leaders. Participants include representatives from the public and diplomatic sectors, Meridian trustees and corporate council members.
Corporate Diplomacy Trainings: Meridian leverages its experience in diplomacy, cross-cultural expertise and global affairs to train corporate leaders and staff to Think Like a Diplomat, enabling private sector partners to cultivate a workforce with the skills and insights to operate in a rapidly globalizing business environment.
Connect on pressing policy and economic matters with foreign and domestic leaders in a neutral, non-partisan space.
Do you want to build stronger ties with foreign leaders? Do you have ideas for timely or upcoming issues that the U.S. government and diplomatic corps will be tackling? Please contact Frank Justice, Vice President of the Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement to explore how your company can connect with key influencers and decisionmakers through Meridian’s convening programs.
The Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement’s programs provide senior American policymakers a valuable platform to connect with the diplomatic community at large, convey government perspectives on policies, and facilitate bilateral cooperation on important economic and political issues.
Insights Series: Insights@Meridian sessions are held monthly and feature a high-level U.S. government speaker or thought influencer to brief the diplomatic community followed by Q&A/discussion and networking reception. Ambassadors or senior representatives from Washington-based embassies are invited to join these events leading to a broad and diverse cross-section of regional interests and perspectives. Recent speakers for these sessions include Acting USAID Administrator John Barsa, U.S. Representative to the UN Kelly Craft, Karen Bass (D-CA), Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, Acting NAAACP President, Derrick Johnson and House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn (D-SC).
Global Leadership Summit: Building on Meridian’s reputation as a center for global leadership, the Meridian Global Leadership Summit convenes a cross-section of international and domestic policy makers, corporate and diplomatic leaders, academics, and members of the media to explore more efficient, effective ways to address global economic and social challenges.
Strengthen relationships with members of the diplomatic community and exchange perspectives on current and burgeoning domestic and foreign policy issues.
Are you interested in speaking about a timely relevant issue with members of the diplomatic corps from 180 embassies and business leaders in Washington? Please reach out to Lucky Barbieri, Program Officer for the Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement.
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