U.S. Rebalancing with Asia

August 8, 2012
Aspen, CO

A conversation with Christopher Hill, former Ambassador to Iraq (2009-2010) and current Dean of the Josef Korbel School of International Relations, Javier Solana, former European Union High Representative for Common Foreign and Security Policy (1999-2009) and current Chairman of the Aspen Institute España, and ZHOU Wenzhong, former Ambassador of China to the United States (2005-2010) and current Secretary General of Boao Asia Forum. The conversation will be moderated by Joe Nye, Harvard Kennedy School of Government.

McCloskey Speaker Series: U.S. Foreign Policy Challenges: A conversation with Michèle Flournoy and Anne-Marie Slaughter moderated by Ambassador Nicholas Burns

August 7, 2012
Aspen, CO

In Collaboration with the Aspen Strategy Group.

China-Europe-U.S. Trialogue

August 7, 2012 - August 9, 2012
Aspen, CO
Aspen Strategy Group
International Conference in collaboration with the Aspen Institute Italy and China Central Party School. Read More

Marina Abramović: The Artist Is Present, NEW VIEWS Documentaries and Dialogue

August 6, 2012
Aspen, CO

For 40 years, Serbian-born Marina Abramović has redefined art by using her own body as the medium. Often pushing the boundaries of extreme endurance, this art world superstar creates performances that challenge, shock and move viewers. Matthew Akers’ intelligent portrait offers a compelling look into Abramović’s many selves as she prepares for the biggest show of her career, the 2010 Museum of Modern Art retrospective. Spirited, emotional, pragmatic, reflective, Abramović speaks with eloquent clarity and humor about the core tenets of her artistic practice, namely always being in the present moment. Akers’ camera also captures the hard-working artist cooking at home, reconnecting with her former art and life partner, posing for a fashion shoot, and training an ensemble of young performers. An audience award winner at the Berlin Film Festival, Marina Abramović: The Artist Is Present provides articulate insight into the oft-misunderstood medium of performance art while taking penetrating look into the eyes–and humanity–of an extraordinary artist.  (U.S., 2012, 106m).  Q&A with Director Matthew Akers immediately following. 

ANDE Investment Manager Training - Brazil

August 6, 2012 - August 10, 2012
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs

The ANDE Investment Manager Training is an intensive five day course which covers all aspects of investing in SGBs – from deal sourcing and due diligence to exit strategies. The next course is scheduled to be held August 6-10 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Confront and Conceal: Obama's Secret Wars and Surprising Use of American Power: A Conversation with David Sanger moderated by Walter Isaacson

August 5, 2012
Aspen, CO

David Sanger is chief Washington correspondent of The New York Times and author of Confront and Conceal: Obama's Secret Wars and Surprising Use of American Power (Crown; June 2012). Mr. Sanger has reported from New York, Tokyo, and Washington, covering a wide variety of issues surrounding foreign policy, globalization, nuclear proliferation, and Asian affairs. Twice he has been a member of Times reporting teams that won the Pulitzer Prize.  He is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Aspen Institute's Aspen Strategy Group.

SOF symposium - From Protest to Productivity: Who Will Employ the Youth of the Arab Spring?

August 5, 2012 - August 8, 2012
Aspen, CO

This event is for Society of Fellows supporters only. Co-moderated by Afshin Molavi, co-director of the World Economy Roundtable at the New America Foundation and New America Foundation, and Jean-Francois Seznec, Associate Professor of Contemporary Arab Studies, Georgetown University.

Aspen Institute Forum on Communications and Society (FOCAS)

August 5, 2012 - August 8, 2012
Aspen, CO
Communications and Society Program

At the annual Aspen Institute Forum on Communications and Society (FOCAS), participants develop strategies for using new information and communications technologies for the greater benefit of society. The 2012 FOCAS, entitled Towards Open and Innovative Governance, will look at practical applications and activities that can result in more transparency, smarter governance, and enhanced democracy. Learn more at www.aspeninstitute.org/FOCAS. 

19th Annual Summer Celebration

August 4, 2012
Aspen, CO
This annual benefit gala will honor Dick Costolo, Chief Executive Officer, Twitter; Eric E. Schmidt, Executive Chairman, Google; and Padmasree Warrior, Senior Vice President, Engineering, and Chief Technology Officer, Cisco. Dinner Chairs are Jerry and Gina Murdock. Read More

A Conversation with Former World Bank President Robert Zoellick

August 3, 2012
Aspen, CO
Aspen Strategy Group

Presented by The Aspen Institute's Aspen Strategy Group and The Brookings Institution

Robert Zoellick recently stepped down as president of the World Bank after serving in that office for the past five years. Mr. Zoellick has held several senior positions in the US Government, including Deputy Secretary of State and US Trade Representative under President George W. Bush.

ASG Summer Workshop

August 3, 2012 - August 7, 2012
Aspen, CO
Aspen Strategy Group
The annual summer meeting of the Aspen Strategy Group is a closed-door workshop that involves ASG members and invited participants, including members of Congress, former government officials, business leaders, members of academia, and the media. Read More

Summer Board Meeting

August 2, 2012 - August 4, 2012
Aspen, CO
Summer Board of Trustees Meetings. Read More

Madeleine K. Albright Global Development Lecture

August 1, 2012
Aspen, CO
Aspen Global Health and Development

The Aspen Institute Madeleine K. Albright Global Development Lecture recognizes an exceptional individual whose vision has provided breakthrough thinking to tackle the challenges of global development. In 2012, the first annual Aspen Institute Madeleine K.

McCloskey Speaker Series: A Conversation with Republican Governors, moderated by Walter Isaacson

August 1, 2012
Aspen, CO

A Conversation with Republican Governors
Featuring Governors Chris Christie (R-NJ), Nikki Haley (R-SC), Bobby Jindal (R-LA), Bob McDonnell (R-VA), and Scott Walker (R-WI) in Conversation with Aspen Institute President and CEO, Walter Isaacson.

SOF Discussion Reception - China: Economic Engine of Global Growth or Source of Instability?

July 31, 2012
Aspen, CO

This event is for Society of Fellows supporters only. With Lewis Sanders, CEO, Sanders Capital, LLC and former chairman and CEO, AllianceBernstein L.P.; and Gillian Tett, US managing editor and assistant editor, Financial Times. To attend, use the SOF Reservations Hotline: sof@aspeninstitute.org or (970) 544-7980.

21st Annual Aspen Institute Roundtable on Information Technology

July 31, 2012 - August 3, 2012
Aspen, CO
Communications and Society Program
The Roundtable is a private seminar of 25-30 business executives, government leaders, and visionaries where participants examine the implications of emerging information technologies on societies, governments, communities, and individuals, and the new leadership roles that are required. Read More

The House I Live In, NEW VIEWS Documentaries and Dialogue

July 30, 2012
Aspen, CO

Known for his razor sharp ability to transform political issues into compelling narratives, Eugene Jarecki’s latest documentary—winner of the coveted Sundance Grand Jury Prize for U.S. Documentary—takes a penetrating look at America’s War on Drugs. Since its inception 40 years ago, over 45 million arrests have been made, turning the United States into the world’s largest jailer. Millions of lives have been lost or wasted; families and impoverished communities have been destroyed; but yet drugs are more available than ever before. From the dealer to the narcotics officer, the inmate to the federal judge, the film shares the stories of individuals at all levels involved in the problem of drugs in our society, including the filmmaker’s touching personal example of his childhood nanny’s family. Comprehensive in scope and brilliant in its thesis, The House I Live In asks questions that not many are willing to ask…or answer as it hopefully considers how to effect change. (U.S., 2012, 110m).  Q&A with Producer David Kuhn immediately following.

2012 Aspen Philanthropy Group Meeting

July 30, 2012 - August 1, 2012
Aspen, CO
Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation (PSI)

Annual convening of the Aspen Philanthropy Group.

Aspen Institute First Movers Fellowship Seminar I

July 29, 2012 - August 1, 2012
Aspen, CO
Business and Society Program
The 2012 First Mover Fellows convene at Aspen Meadows for their first seminar. Read More

Aspen Institute Roundtable on Institutional Innovation

July 29, 2012 - July 31, 2012
Aspen, CO
Communications and Society Program
The Roundtable addresses how firms and organizations can leverage their assets to increase learning and access talent both within and outside the organization. It also explores issues of organizational leadership, structure, culture, and policy in light of changing information technologies. Read More

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