Convening
The 56th Annual Meridian Ball
U niting a dynamic mix of administration officials, members of Congress, media icons, foreign ambassadors, and international business and cultural leaders , the 56 th Annual Meridian Ball celebrated the power of international collaboration on October 18. This unforgettable evening honored Meridian’s mission and, thanks to generous attendees, supported its efforts to create a more secure and prosperous world. The funds raised will empower Meridian’s exchange, training, cultural, and convening programs, equipping leaders to tackle the challenges and seize the opportunities of our increasingly interconnected global society.
Bruce Friedman and Maria-Elena Carrion Paola Perret Niteesh Bharara, Rina Shah, Shaista Mahmood, and Ambassador Rafat Mahmood Her Excellency Dame Karen Pierce and Her Excellency Mathilde Mukantabana Secretary Carlos Gutierrez and Edilia Gutierrez Negah Angha and Holly Dagres Timothy Lowery and Ashley Davis Daniel Via and Monte Durham Under Secretary Marisa Lago, Chair Reta Jo Lewis, and Ambassador Candace Bond Kathy Hoang, Tuan Tran, Brittany Masalosalo, Kellyn Kellogg, Shannon Kellogg, Dr.
Janine Bera, Congressman Ami Bera, Deborah Lehr, The Honorable John F.W. Rogers, Senator Shelley Capito, Charles Capito Jr., Gwen Holliday, Ambassador Stuart Holliday, Hooman Shahidi, and The Honorable Fred Hochberg 56th Annual Meridian Ball Leadership 56th Annual Meridian Ball Sponsors 56th Annual Meridian Ball Committee Embassy Hosts Project summary The 56th Annual Meridian Ball Number of Attendees: 700 Regions: Africa , Europe and Eurasia , East Asia and Pacific , Western Hemisphere , South and Central Asia Countries: Australia , Azerbaijan , Bahrain , Belgium , Brazil , Chile , Colombia , Denmark , Estonia , Finland , Germany , Hungary , Japan , Kazakhstan , Liechtenstein , Luxembourg , Mexico , Morocco , Peru , Philippines , Portugal , Romania , Rwanda , Singapore , Switzerland , Thailand , United Kingdom , Uruguay , Tunisia Program Areas: Sports and Culture , Diplomatic Engagement Partners: Individuals/Donors , Private Sector , Public Sector , Diplomatic Corps .