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SUMMARY:Soccer Diplomacy: A Fireside Chat with Jeff Berding
DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 8 for an exclusive Fireside Chat with Jeff Berding\, Co-CEO of FC Cincinnati and member of the FIFA World Soccer Committee. This featured keynote explores how elite sport serves as a powerful engine for economic growth and international diplomacy\, transforming Cincinnati into a world-class global city. Jeff will share his “Berding Blueprint” for leveraging soft power and global talent networks to bridge the gap between local impact and transnational influence. \nTo celebrate this connection between the global and the grassroots\, the Council will donate FIFA official soccer balls to a local youth program in Jeff’s honor. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from the visionary leader redefining what it means for a city to stay “globally connected. The event will serve cocktails and lite bites\, with a chance for attendees to tour the stadium. \nEarly Bird tickets are $20 and will increase to $35 on June 1st. \n 
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/2026-council-leadership-meeting-opening-reception/
LOCATION:TQL Stadium
CATEGORIES:Conference,Discussion,Local,Networking
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SUMMARY:Fusion 2026
DESCRIPTION:Fusion is an evening of networking and cultural exchange. This event brings together members from various chambers of commerce to foster connections\, celebrate\, and build meaningful relationships across our business communities. Whether you’re looking to expand your network\, explore new business opportunities\, or learn about different cultural perspectives\, this mixer is the perfect opportunity. \nEvent Schedule \n4:30 PM – 4:45 PM: Networking \n4:45 PM – 5:00 PM: Program \n5:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Networking & Connections
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/fusion-2026/
LOCATION:Mercantile Immersive\, 120 E 4th St\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local,Networking
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SUMMARY:U.S. State and Local Government IVLP Group
DESCRIPTION:With delegates from Algeria\, Burkina Faso\, Cote d’Ivoire\, Ethiopia\, Kenya\, Mali\, Nigeria\, Senegal\, South Africa\, Tunisia. \nThe Department of State has outlined the following specific objectives for the project: \n\nIntroduce the structures and functions of the U.S. federal system of government\, with emphasis on the division of authority and responsibility between federal\, state\, and local governments;\nDemonstrate successful models of cooperation among state and local governments\, community organizations\, and the business sectors; \nExamine intergovernmental cooperative organizations\, such as Councils of Government and regional planning authorities\, as well as innovative public-private partnerships that allow state and local governments to provide enhanced services\, encourage economic growth\, and ensure public accountability;\nExamine various models of state and local governments that demonstrate how they function in the United States and interact with the federal government; and\nExplore the fundamental role of freedom of speech and expression in sustaining democratic societies.
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/u-s-state-and-local-government-ivlp-group/
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SUMMARY:Freedom 250: U.S. Science and Technology Entrepreneurship IVLP Group
DESCRIPTION:With delegates from Angola\, Israel\, Malaysia\, Nepal\, Republic of Korea\, Saudi Arabia. \nThe Department of State has outlined the following specific objectives for the project: \n\nDiscuss the roles of government\, private enterprises\, professional organizations\, and universities in fostering entrepreneurship and supporting innovation; \nMeet with advocates and investors involved in recognizing\, promoting\, and developing science and tech start-ups;\nDiscuss how innovations are adopted and diffused into diverse sectors such as medicine\, agriculture\, manufacturing\, and communications;\nAssess the role of higher education in advancing technologies and empowering young people in tech fields; and\nShare experiences with a variety of U.S. entrepreneurs and innovators addressing technological and social challenges.
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/freedom-250-u-s-science-and-technology-entrepreneurship-ivlp-group/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628
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SUMMARY:Responsible Business Practices IVLP Group
DESCRIPTION:With delegates from Georgia. \nThe Department of State has outlined the following specific objectives for the project:\n• Demonstrate the impact of U.S. responsible business practices on the local\, regional\, national\, and global economies; \n• Illustrate the role of government\, public-private partnerships\, universities\, corporations\,\nand community organizations in fostering and supporting transparency\, resilient supply chains\, ethical governance; and \n• Examine trends in stakeholder engagement planning\, management\, operations\, and marketing.
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/responsible-business-practices-ivlp-group/
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SUMMARY:Jeni's Ice Cream Fundraiser for World Affairs
DESCRIPTION:On July 23rd from 4:00 to 7:00 PM\, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams at Factory 52 is hosting a benefit night for the World Affairs Council. \nEnjoy any scoop\, pint\, or merchandise purchase\, and 25% of the sales will directly support our global education initiatives. It’s the perfect excuse to treat yourself while investing in our community’s global future. See you there!
URL:https://globalcincinnati.org/event/jenis-ice-cream-fundraiser-for-world-affairs/
LOCATION:Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams Factory 52\, 2755 Park Ave\, Norwood\, OH\, 45212\, United States
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