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About the Institute for Global Collaboration

The Institute for Global Collaboration was created to bring experienced leaders into sustained dialogue about the challenges shaping our shared future. IGC convenes voices from business, government, NGOs, education, arts, culture, social justice, global development, and public service to explore what institutions can achieve when they work beyond traditional boundaries.

Through panels, academic forums, podcasts, receptions, and follow-up discussions, IGC creates space for leaders to exchange insights, examine complex issues, and learn from one another’s experiences. Our work focuses not only on urgent global problems, but also on the leadership skills required to address them: trust-building, cross-sector cooperation, reflective listening, and the ability to act with shared responsibility.

Guided by a credible board and growing advisory network, IGC seeks to turn thoughtful conversation into lasting collaboration, helping leaders strengthen relationships, expand understanding, and pursue solutions that create meaningful public value.

The Institute for Global Collaboration was created in 2025 to bring experienced leaders into sustained dialogue about the challenges shaping our shared future. IGC convenes voices from business, government, NGOs, education, arts, culture, social justice, global development, and public service to explore what institutions can achieve when they work beyond traditional boundaries.

We bring together leaders and emerging leaders to exchange ideas and perspectives. Through meaningful conversations and collaboration, participants gain valuable insights and broaden their understanding. Together, they develop innovative solutions to today’s most complex social challenges.

We believe meaningful change begins with connected leadership. By encouraging continuous learning, shared responsibility, and collaboration, we help create opportunities that inspire lasting impact and a better future for all.

Our Leadership

Institute for Global Collaboration’s direction is shaped by a board whose members have led major institutions across finance, law, global health, museums, and public service. Their judgment and experience inform IGC’s work, lend credibility to its convenings, and help ensure that dialogue leads to meaningful, lasting collaboration.

Meet the Board