Global Issues
Europe:
Former Foreign Minister of Spain
The former Foreign Minister of Spain, Palacio was the 1st female to serve in the position and hold the most senior post as a woman in Spain's government. She served as a member of the EU Parliament (1994 - 2002).
Former Prime Minister of Sweden
With vast experience in both the East and the West, Carl Bildt - the former Prime Minister of Sweden - is an authority on the "Europe of the future."
Former Head, Counterterrorism Bureau
Daniel Benjamin, who served as Ambassador-at-Large and Coordinator for Counterterrorism at the U.S. State Department, has become the go to expert in assessing the complex terrorism trends our world faces.
Globalization, Global Economic & Politics Expert
A leading globalization expert, Edward Goldberg is often cited by the likes of Thomas Friedman in their written works. He speaks on globalization and its effect on culture, business, trade, and politics.
Former President of Spain
Felipe González Márquez is the longest standing socialist Spanish President. Currently, he is President of the Commission for Global Progress of the Spanish Socialist Worker’s Party.
Former US Senator / Author / Lawyer
Former US Senator from Maine, Mitchell served as the Chairman of the Peace Negotiations in Northern Ireland. Today, he remains instrumental in American foreign affairs and peace efforts, including the Middle East.
Former Secretary General of NATO
Lord Robertson is Deputy Chairman of Cable and Wireless. He was Secretary General of NATO and Defense Secretary of the UK. He was also a Member of Parliament for Hamilton and the Hamilton South Constituencies.
French Economist & Business Leader
A leading economic theorist, speaker Jacques Attali is a special advisor to Francois Mitterand and the founder of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. He has authored over 30 books.