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Date: May 6, 2025, 5:00 - 8:00 pm. Dinner 6:00 pm. Program 6:30 pm.
Price: $30.00, includes Reception, Exhibits, Dinner and Program with Panel Discussion. Cash Wine Bar and water available. Student Rate: $10. Note: On-line pre-paid registration required.
Location: Indy's Global Village, 4233 Lafayette Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46254. FREE parking.
A community-oriented discussion about our Indianapolis area and State as a welcoming crossroads for r all of us.
Come, hear what Indianapolis community and business leaders have to say about the future of our community!
PROGRAM DETAILS AND SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Let's gather at Indy's Global Village. When you arrive, you will be surrounded with cultural enhancements. The Main Hall features flags from around the world on full display. Global art and cultural items are displayed in the eight galleries.
● 5:00 pm - Doors open for Networking Reception, including Exhibits. Cash wine bar and water. Enjoy sipping the interesting wines while you enjoy the cultural displays, meet and make friends, and see international cultural exhibits.
● 5:45 pm - Check-in for Dinner in the Event Hall. On-line pre-paid reservations required. Regular and vegetarian options.
● 6:00 pm - Interfaith Greetings, Opening Video, and Dinner
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PechaKucha Showcase
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An opportunity for those in the Indianapolis community to share stories and experiences of international connections here in Indiana. Personal testimonies are the highlight of these presentations, showcasing the global connections of our city. To learn more about how your stories or images can be included in this PechaKucha Showcase, click here:
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https://www.pechakucha.com/communities/indy-as-a-global-crossroads/feed
● 6:30 pm - Welcome and Introductory Remarks
PANEL DISCUSSION ABOUT THE FUTURE OF OUR CITY
Our panel will discuss what it takes to build a "Global Crossroads City." One that benefits from the vibrancy of residents from diverse talents, backgrounds and experiences. Together, let's build the future!
ABOUT OUR PANELISTS:
All our panelists are well-respected business and civic leads who demonstrate mentorship and community engagement.
The International Center
Moderator: Kristie Johnson, PhD, CFRE, Vice President of Development & External Affairs, The International Center
Kristie S. Johnson, PhD, CFRE | LinkedIn
Welcome - The International Center
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City of Indianapolis
Panelist: Judith B. Thomas, Deputy Mayor of Neighborhood Engagement, City of Indianapolis.
Judith B Thomas | LinkedIn
indy.gov: Your Digital City Hall
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Indianapolis Airport Authority
Panelist: Holli Harrington, Senior Director, Strategic Alliance, Indianapolis Airport Authority
https://www.ind.com/about/leadership/senior-leadership/holli-harrington
Indianapolis Airport Authority (Home) | Indianapolis Airport Authority
2024 Community Impact | IND Airport https://youtu.be/0PnVSdQfCCk?si=b6UpIoY9FRJcOGD3
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Old National Bank
Panelist: Leo Lopez, Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Marketing Executive, Old National Bank
LEO Lopez - SVP Community Lending Market Executive - Old National Bank | LinkedIn
Your Trusted Financial Partner | Old National Bank
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Center for Interfaith Cooperation
Panelist: Charlie Wiles, Director Emeritus, Center for Interfaith Cooperation
www.indycic.org
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~ ABOUT OUR EVENT PLANNING PARTNERS ~
Indiana Council on World Affairs - www.IndianaWorld.org
Patchwork Indiana - What We Do | Patchwork Indy
Center for Interfaith Cooperation - www.indycic.org
International Center - https://internationalcenter.org/
Global Village – International Marketplace Coalition | Indianapolis
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~ THANKS TO OUR SPONSORING PARTNERS ~
LEARN ABOUT MORE WORLD AFFAIRS TOPICS! Order your Great Decisions Briefing Book soon: Books | ICWA (indianaworld.org)
GREAT DECISIONS SERIES: The Indiana Council on World Affairs' 2025 Great Decisions Lecture Series will run 8 consecutive weeks during February and March. To see the 2025 topics: Indiana Council on World Affairs - Great Decisions (wildapricot.org)
To participate: Live Zoom events, with selected expert speakers on eight Great Decisions topics, are open to the public. Registration is available for single sessions. Review the full series: Indiana Council on World Affairs - Great Decisions 2025 - ICWA 8-Week Series - Registration, Review and YouTube Links
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