August News from The Center

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James T. Morris Global Leadership Series

Meet the 2023 cohort!

The International Center is thrilled to announce the members of the 2023 James T. Morris Leadership Series cohort!

The 2023 Morris Series cohort is comprised of global professionals from across Indiana. The participants represent a wide range of industries, including technology, media, academia, and more.

You can find more information about the Global Leadership Series, and sign up now to be the first to receive updates for the 2024 Morris Series by using the button below.

More about Morris Series

Fourth Global Leaders' Lounge

The International Center is hosting the last Global Leaders' Lounge of our 50th Anniversary on September 6th from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.

Each of the the Global Leaders' Lounges has been hosted at a site of the 1971 Conference of Cities as an homage to the catalytic event. This event will be held at the Scottish Rite Cathedral.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network, hear from President and CEO Martin Baier, and share your ideas for Indiana to continue to grow its global impact.

Indy Eleven Hispanic Heritage Night

Do you know someone who is making a positive impact in the Hispanic community? Indy Eleven would like to recognize their contributions.

Submit a nomination now for the opportunity for them to be recognized at Hispanic Heritage Night on September 2nd when Indy hosts The Miami FC!

Campeones de la Communidad Nominations

Living up to the Mission

The International Center is a catalyst to inform, convene and connect public, private and civic global objectives in Indiana.

Inform:

From July 12th to the 15th, The Center hosted an International Visitor Leadership Program group form Peru. The visitors are advocates for disability sports, and met with National Beep Baseball Association and Special Olympics Indiana to learn how they operate in our community.

Convene:

On July 25th, The International Center hosted the 2023 Mitch Daniels Leadership Foundation cohort for a day of programming. Approximately 30 cohort members convened to hear from speakers regarding the creation of Indiana Economic Development Corporation.

Connect:

On July 5th, The International Center welcomed Mr. Zhao Jian, Consul General of the People's Republic of China, to Indianapolis for a roundtable discussion on the Future of US-China Relations. Co-hosted by Faegre Drinker, the roundtable brought together 25 business and civic leaders to discuss future business, agricultural, and educational opportunities between Indiana and China.