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The World Affairs Council is the bridge that connects the world to one of America’s most vibrant regions of individuals and organizations. Through global education, international exchange and cultural awareness initiatives, the council strengthens Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky’s international identity and engages individuals with foreign affairs.

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The One World Gala brought to you by:

Co-Chairs:

Dale Dean, President & CEO, DeanHouston, Inc.

Tim Roberts, The TIM | ROBERTS Group – Comey & Shepherd Realtors

Denise Esteves-Hicks, Advanced Program Manager, Kroger Technology

Committee:

Asawari Deshmukh, Assistant Professor Department of Economics, Carl H. Lindner College of Business, University of Cincinnati

Dominique Ellison, Associate Director Internal Audit, Johns Hopkins

Mrudula Jillella, Product Advisor, Stealth Startup

Rene Normand, Vice President HR, DeanHouston, Inc.

Staff: 

Melissa McDonald, Vice President

Azalea Laverde, Administrative and Communications Associate

 

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As a social studies teacher, I have found the World Affairs Council to be an excellent classroom partner in education. From providing international guest speakers, to hosting the International Education Summit, to participating in Academic World Quest, the WAC has promised and delivered each and every time for my students. This has been a valuable relationship for over 10 years for myself and my students.”
- Jim O’Connor, Princeton High School Teacher