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Wine & Wisdom: Spies in Saigon

Beginning in 1950, a small cadre of American intelligence officers arrived in Saigon under diplomatic cover to assess the Viet Minh, Chinese Communists, the French, and Nationalist political groups in […]

Wine & Wisdom: Secrets of the U.S. Secret Service

Join us for a fascinating Wine & Wisdom evening exploring the history, evolution, and enduring mission of the United States Secret Service. This intimate conversation invites you to look behind […]

Buddhism, the Dalai Lama, China & the Future of Tibet

The Tibetan Buddhist world is confronting an unprecedented challenge to religious authority and institutional continuity. The traditionally sacral process of reincarnation — historically governed by doctrinal principles, monastic authority, and […]

GYP: Energy is a Weapon

Join us for a conversation with energy expert Sean Kimiagar as he explores the growing role energy plays in the world’s most consequential geopolitical conflicts. We will examine how governments […]

Global Energy Summit 2026

At-door registration only – $70 4th Annual Global Energy Summit Where geopolitics meets the grid — Houston at the center of what comes next The global energy order is fracturing. […]

Wine & Wisdom: Global Trivia

Member only event. Become part of a global community and get access to this series by joining today Think you know your flags from your facts? Your Cold War from your sports […]

Hot Take: AI… Hype or Horror?

Two young professionals stand at podiums holding microphones, engaging in a debate. A sign between them reads Debate: Global Young Professionals against a gray background.

Speakers will be announced soon. Event exclusively for young professionals. Join us for a formal Oxford-style debate examining the dual challenges of the AI revolution. This event brings together experts […]