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.
Former President of the United States of America, William J. Clinton, was Concordia’s featured keynote speaker at the 2012 Concordia Summit. During a discussion with Concordia Co-Founders Matthew Swift and Nicholas Logothetis, President Clinton answered questions relating to P3s in post-conflict countries, the intersection of profit and social good, and the economic and political outlook for countries such as Greece and Afghanistan.
“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
Donna Karan, Founder of the Urban Zen Foundation and Ambassador-at-Large for Haiti, addressed the audience with remarks focused on public-private partnerships for reconstruction and economic growth in Haiti. Prime Minister of Haiti Laurent Lamothe also addressed attendees on the role of the public and private sectors in Haiti’s development and prosperity.
“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 work of the U.S. Afghan Women’s Council was highlighted for its commitment to partnership building for the future of women and children in Afghanistan. Preceded by an introduction by Anita McBride and video address by former First Lady Laura Bush, Ambassador Paula J. Dobriansky moderated a panel on the topic between Ambassador Melanne Verveer, Dr. Phyllis Magrab, and Kathy Pickus.
“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
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As a member-based organization dedicated to actively fostering cross-sector partnerships for social impact, nothing makes us prouder than when our convenings help advance conversations that turn into tangible partnerships, initiatives, and actions. During our 2018 Annual Summit, the founders of Indiegrow, a Colombian-based company that develops tools to improve the quality of life of coffee… Read More
