Along with the Concordia Leadership Council, several current and former heads of state, corporate executives, and leaders from prominent nongovernmental organizations, Concordia hosted its second annual conference in New York City on September 27, 2012. The 2012 Concordia Summit included sessions and discussions surrounding five subtopic pillars, including security, health, education, natural resources, and the economy. By providing a forum between policymakers and business leaders, the 2012 Concordia Summit was not only a productive and invigorating experience for all participants, but also a vital step towards developing and elevating the public-private endeavors we aim to promote.
“The people who come here are very impressive but are of very disparate backgrounds.” President William J. Clinton, 42nd President of the United States of America
“Because no one person can do it, no one organization can do it. It's about joining forces together to create the change that is needed in this world today.” Donna Karan, Founder of the Urban Zen Foundation
“I'm so delighted that so many of you have come together to explore the potential of public-private partnerships.” Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton, Former United States Secretary of State
“The Concordia Summit works to advance education, health, natural resources, and national and economic security.” Laura Bush, Former First Lady of the United States of America