Convening

The 57th Annual Meridian Ball

• Diplomatic Engagement
• Liechtenstein
• Azerbaijan
• Brazil
• Bahrain
• Canada
• Costa Rica
• Portugal
• Uruguay
• Colombia
• Ecuador
• Denmark
• United Kingdom
• Finland
• Germany
• Georgia
• Hungary
• Japan
• Kuwait
• Luxembourg
• Mexico
• Morocco
• Netherlands
• Norway
• Oman
• Philippines
• Panama
• Romania
• Saudi Arabia
• Switzerland
• Diplomatic Corps

brought together administration officials, members of Congress, media figures, foreign ambassadors, and international business and cultural leaders on October 24, 2025, to celebrate the enduring power of diplomacy and collaboration. This signature evening honored Meridian’s mission and, thanks to the leadership of our chairs and the generosity of our guests, supported our efforts to prepare global leaders to navigate a rapidly evolving world.

The funds raised will strengthen Meridian’s exchange, training, and cultural programs that foster understanding and cooperation across borders. Charlie Charleston Band Deborah Lehr GM Car The Honorable Fred Hochberg, Deborah Lehr, Art Collins, Sela Collins, Ada Vargas, Omar Vargas, April Miller Boise, Nicole Isaac, The Honorable John F.W. Rogers Deborah Lehr, The Honorable John F.W. Rogers, Sela Collins, Art Collins, April Miller Boise, The Honorable Dina Powell McCormick, Senator David McCormick 57th Annual Meridian Ball Leadership 57th Annual Meridian Ball Sponsors 57th Annual Meridian Ball Committee Embassy Hosts Project summary The 57th Annual Meridian Ball Number of Attendees: 700 Countries: Azerbaijan , Brazil , Bahrain , Canada , Costa Rica , Portugal , Uruguay , Colombia , Ecuador , Denmark , United Kingdom , Finland , Germany , Georgia , Hungary , Japan , Liechtenstein , Kuwait , Luxembourg , Mexico , Morocco , Netherlands , Norway , Oman , Philippines , Panama , Romania , Saudi Arabia , Switzerland Program Areas: Diplomatic Engagement Partners: Diplomatic Corps .