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Global Leadership Awards Dinner 2019

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Dinner
The Council celebrated honorees who have dedicated themselves to bettering lives through philanthropy and activism at the annual Global Leadership Awards Dinner.
Speakers
Frederick H. Waddell
Susan Schwab
David Miliband
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About This Event

Each year, the Chicago Council on Global Affairs holds a Global Leadership Awards Dinner to honor distinguished individuals for their outstanding achievements in the realms of international relations, global thought leadership, and philanthropy. This prestigious fundraising event is a highlight of the Council's annual calendar. Join the Council to celebrate these honorees who have dedicated themselves to bettering lives through philanthropy and activism.

Chicago Honoree

Frederick H. Waddell, Retired Chairman and CEO, Northern Trust

National Honoree

Susan Schwab, Strategic Advisor, Mayer Brown, LLP; Professor, University of Maryland; Former US Trade Representative

Global Honoree

David Miliband, President and CEO, International Rescue Committee


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About the Speakers
Frederick H. Waddell
Council Board Member
Retired Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Northern Trust Corporation
Susan Schwab
Former United States Trade Representative (2006-09)
Former United States Trade Representative (2006-09)
President and CEO, International Rescue Committee
David Miliband is the President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee. He oversees the agency’s operations in 40 crisis-affected countries and its refugee resettlement and assistance programs throughout Europe and the Americas. He previously served as Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs for the United Kingdom.