World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth

NEXT WEEK: Step into history with the Council at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza! In this exclusive event for Global Forum members, participants will take a self-guided tour of the museum, followed by access to a special exhibition of the "Two Days in Texas" exhibit, which highlights President John F. Kennedy's fateful visit to Texas in 1963 and the events leading up to his assassination. To upgrade your membership for access to Council events like this, visit our website dfwworld.org/membership. #WACDFW #dfw #Dallas #Global #International #worldaffairs #jointheconversation

THIS WEEK: Council members are invited to our annual Summer Member Social! This open house will take place at our downtown offices, where Council members will enjoy a night of fun, food, and conversation...and air conditioning! This event is made possible by the generosity of Grant Thornton (US). Learn more and register for this event at dfwworld.org. #WACDFW #dfw #Dallas #Global #International #worldaffairs #jointheconversation

Earlier this week, the Council hosted the latest installment to the Haynes and Boone, LLP Energy Series with an event called "The Oil and Gas Sector in the Age of Energy Transition." The Council welcomed Michael Freeman of Haynes Boone, who served as moderator as well as panelists Matt Baker of Prudential Private Capital, Jesse Bomer of Edge Natural Resources, Derek Dixon of Chesapeake Energy, and John Roby of CPX Energy. Their conversation catalogued the changes the energy sector has undergone as human needs have changed over the past few decades. With the transition from wood to coal to gas, now more than ever, the energy market is being driven by the demands of people and questions about how the infrastructure of the United States will match the pace of this change. With growing populations, volatile geopolitical conflicts, and incentivization of green energy to combat climate change energy depletion, the panel concluded that the energy market falls prey to a multitude of external factors that drive supply and demand. Although the future of the energy sector is uncertain, Freeman concludes that adapting to the evolving demands of both consumers and environmental considerations will be crucial for the future sustainability and success of the energy sector. This event was made possible through the generosity of Haynes Boone and Kosmos Energy. Learn more about and register for events like these at dfwworld.org.

NEXT Tuesday, Council members are invited to our downtown offices for a night of fun, food, and conversation! Have a friend you think might enjoy membership? Invite them to join you! Registration is required on our website at dfwworld.org. #WACDFW #dfw #Dallas #Global #International #worldaffairs #jointheconversation

Join the Council at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. Global Forum members will take a self-guided tour of the museum and will experience the special exhibit "Two Days in Texas," which highlights President John F. Kennedy's fateful visit to Texas in 1963 and the events leading up to his assassination. This event is exclusive for Global Forum members. To upgrade your membership visit our website dfwworld.org/membership. #WACDFW #dfw #Dallas #worldaffairs #jointheconversation #GlobalForum

NEXT WEEK: Next Tuesday the Council will host the next installment in the Haynes Boone Energy Series called “The Oil and Gas Sector in the Age of Energy Transition.” The discussion will be moderated by Michael Freeman, partner at Haynes and Boone, LLP, and will be focused on the implications of the #energy transition for the #oil and #gas industry amidst new government initiatives and fluctuating market dynamics – including the impact of new technologies and geopolitical tensions on the future of the industry. The panel will feature Matt Baker, managing director of energy at Prudential Private Capital; Jesse Bomer, co-founder & general counsel at Edge Natural Resources LLC; Derek Dixon, former director of business development, acquisitions & divestitures at Chesapeake Energy; and John Roby, chief executive officer of CPX Energy. This event is made possible by the generosity of Haynes Boone and Kosmos Energy.   Learn more and register for this event at dfwworld.org.

THIS WEEK: We kick off on Tuesday with an event featuring James Keyes, former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster. He will discuss his latest book, "Education is Freedom", and the importance of education in this day and age. On Thursday, the Council will provide Global Forum members with an exclusive look of the art collection of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. In this event, members will receive a regional economic update by Dallas FED Vice President and Senior Economist Pia Orrenius, and will enjoy a walking tour of the 11th Federal Reserve District’s art collection. This event is exclusive for Global Forum members. More information on these events can be found at dfwworld.org. #WACDFW #dfw #Dallas #Global #International #worldaffairs #jointheconversation

Did you know the World Affairs Council network has 90 nonpartisan Councils across the nation that are working to deepen their communities’ global perspectives? Each summer, these Council leaders gather to network with peers, engage in informative sessions, and gain valuable insights into challenges and opportunities that impact the network. This year, we welcomed them to Dallas along with our sponsors, PwC, PNC, and Dave and Cher Jacobs. We also hosted the board of directors of the World Affairs Councils of America for their board retreat. We were happy to show off our hospitality, skyline, shopping, dining, museums – including the The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza – and we even gave them a taste of Blue Bell Ice Cream! Liz Brailsford Matthew Hughes Susan Glasser Jeremi Suri Brendan McGuire Colorado Springs World Affairs Council, Global Minnesota, Global Santa Fe, International Relations Council, Montana World Affairs Council, NAPLES COUNCIL ON WORLD AFFAIRS INC, Peoria Area World Affairs Council (PAWAC), Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council, Utah Global Diplomacy

Tomorrow, the Council will host Pulitzer Prize-winning author and NYT bestseller Doris Kearns Goodwin in conversation with moderator and Council President Emeritus Jim Falk for the 2024 installment of the Gail Koppman History Lecture in collaboration with the Dallas Museum of Art's "Arts and Letters Live" series. Goodwin will share about her relationship with her late husband, Dick Goodwin, and their lived commitment to American history. This event is SOLD OUT. Register for more events like this at dfwworld.org. #WACDFW #dfw #Dallas #Global #International #worldaffairs #jointheconversation

Last Monday, the Council welcomed our summer interns (pictured here). But it's not too late to apply for our fall internship semester! The Council is looking for globally-minded, high-achieving college students with an interest in foreign policy to intern with the Council. Our internship program gives interns real-world experience, where projects become productivity, and setting them apart from their peers. Many of our interns have gone on to other exciting internships and careers in both international and domestic roles. For some schools, Council internship hours even translate to college credits – consult your academic advisor. Submit your interest or any questions to Education & Internship Coordinator Tory Tolar at vtolar@dfwworld.org. Applications can be found on Handshake or on our website dfwworld.org. Applications are due THIS FRIDAY!