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The Economic Club of Washington, D.C. presents

David Rubenstein's The Highest Calling

Admiral James Stavridis' 2054

Monday, September 9, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ET

Marriott Maquis Washington, D.C.

 

In-Person Signature Event

As the presidential election cycle nears its final 60 days, The Economic Club of Washington, D.C., invites you to a discussion between two best-selling authors on the American presidency, current world affairs, and potential challenges of unchecked technological progress.

 

David Rubenstein will interview Admiral James Stavridis on his recent co-authored book, 2054: A Novel, as well as the current geopolitical trends. Best-selling author Admiral Stavridis is currently Partner and Vice Chair, Global Affairs of The Carlyle Group. A retired four-star U.S. naval officer, he led the NATO Alliance in global operations from 2009 to 2013 as the 16th Supreme Allied Commander with responsibility for Afghanistan, Libya, the Balkans, Syria, counter-piracy, and cyber security. He also served as Commander of U.S. Southern Command, with responsibility for all military operations in Latin America from 2006-2009. 

 

Admiral Stavridis will also interview David Rubenstein on his soon to be released book, THE HIGHEST CALLING: Conversations on the American Presidency. Rubenstein’s fifth book comprehensively explores the American presidency through interviews with living presidents and renowned historians. Drawing from his experience in the Carter administration, Rubenstein provides an in-depth look at the most powerful office in the world.

When:

Monday, September 9, 2024

Interview: 7:45 p.m. ET

All video cameras must be set-up by 6:45 p.m. ET

Where:

Marriott Marquis Washington, D.C. 

901 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20001

Register:

ALL MEDIA MUST PRE-REGISTER


IN-PERSON REGISTRATION HERE

Include name and media affiliation.   


LIVESTREAM REGISTRATION VIA ZOOM HERE

After registering you will receive a confirmation with information to access the program.


A recording will be posted to the Economic Club Website shortly after the event.

Questions:
Contact Ajay Mahesh or Judi Irastorza at media@economicclub.org.
The Economic Club of Washington, D.C. Established in 1986 as a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization created to strengthen ties among the diverse and growing business community based in metropolitan Washington, D.C., and with the diplomatic community, The Economic Club of Washington, D.C. promotes global awareness of the pivotal role Washington plays in the national and world economies. Its goals are twofold: to provide a prominent forum where eminent global leaders can share their insights about major issues of the day; and to promote a robust peer community for the area’s top executives. Today the Economic Club has nearly 1,000 members representing businesses and organizations operating all over the United States and abroad. Featured speakers in recent years have included the Presidents of the United States, Colombia, and Panama; the Prime Ministers of Finland, Israel and Singapore; a former Prime Minister of Great Britain; Speakers of the U.S. House of Representatives; heads of the Federal Reserve Board; every Secretary of the Treasury since 1986; other Cabinet members and government officials; and leaders of Fortune Global 100 corporations. David M. Rubenstein, Co-Founder and Co-Chairman of The Carlyle Group, is the current Chairman.
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