Connections Change Lives: How Winrock International, International Medical Corps, and Concordia Are Rebuilding the Heartland After April’s Devastating Storms
The sounds are what stick in Linsley’s mind the most. At first, it was the howling wind and the crash and shatter of buildings falling apart, trees falling, and rain and rock pelting the house. Then the sirens, as first responders came on the scene. Then the rescue helicopters. Then the machinery and generators of […]
Concordia announces expansion to its Board
Concordia is pleased to announce the expansion of its Board of Directors with the appointment of the following four new Board Members: Charity Wallace, Founder & President, Wallace Global Impact; Tatiana Torres, Associate Partner, Dentons Global Advisors; Caroline Scullin, Global Communications Strategist; and, Adriana Henriquez, Director of Development & Engagement, Center for Independent Thought. These […]
Concordia Welcomes IE University in Madrid as Principal Summit Host Partner for the 2023 Europe Summit
Marking a significant development for the 2023 Europe Summit, Concordia is pleased to collaborate with IE School of Politics, Economics and Global Affairs as a Principal Summit Host Partner. Widely recognized as one of the top international universities in Spain, IE University’s innovative, forward-thinking approach, coupled with its strong global and entrepreneurial focus, make it […]
What to expect at the 2023 Concordia Americas Summit: Questions and Answers with Concordia Programming Director Anna Freeman
This week we sat down with our Director of Programming, Anna Freeman, to gain a deeper insight into the key themes for the upcoming 2023 Americas Summit, taking place March 9-10 at the University of Miami, as well as some reflections on the journey so far in the Western Hemisphere. I’m always interested in […]
Concordia appoints General Dunford to its Leadership Council
Concordia today announces the appointment of General Joseph F. Dunford Jr. to its Leadership Council. General Joseph F. Dunford, Jr. served as the 19th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the nation’s highest-ranking military officer, and the principal military advisor to the President, Secretary of Defense, and National Security Council from October 2015 through […]
Concordia appoints Archbishop Elpidophoros to its Leadership Council
Archbishop Elpidophoros (Lambriniadis) of America has been appointed to the Concordia Leadership Council. Elpidophoros is the eighth Archbishop of America elected since the establishment of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese in 1922. He was elected in May 2019 by the Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate and was enthroned at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of […]
Reflections on a Key Theme for Concordia in 2023
Trust in institutions is dangerously low. According to a recent Gallup poll, trust in the media, the U.S. Supreme Court, the Presidency, and Congress is at or near its lowest point in 50 years. Meanwhile, mis- and disinformation are running rampant across all levels of societal discourse. People, according to Dr. Richard Friedman, Professor at […]
Looking back on 2022
As we enter 2023, we’re taking a look back at what our community accomplished together in 2022. Quarter 1: Starting the year off, Global Patron Member Winrock International hosted Concordia Live A Fresh Start For America’s Financial Independence. Building on decades of experience supporting small businesses, Winrock is working to address the needs of businesses […]
Our reflections on this year
The power of coming together cannot be underestimated. 2022 marked a return to in-person convenings for Concordia, and it has been a privilege to witness the immense potential that comes from in-person connection. We’ve gathered hundreds of speakers and thousands of attendees from all around the world, representing all walks of life, all areas of […]
Why the Future Lies in the Hands of Our Youth
COP27: The Truth About Our Climate Efforts
This year’s COP27 comes with a lot of criticism and scrutiny; however, one key takeaway should be the prioritization of honesty. We need to be honest about the current state of our climate, including our progress and inclusivity; we must admit that we are nowhere near close to solving climate change. In the spirit of […]