Global Minnesota

10 AM   David Edwards and Lily Eskelsen García

11 AM SESSION   Dr. Linda Darling Hammond

9:30 AM SESSION    Gov. Tim Walz and Audrey Azoulay

The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are an important plan to build a better world for people and our planet by 2030. These goals recognize that ending poverty must go hand-in-hand with strategies that build economic growth and address a range of social needs including education, health, equality, and job opportunities while tackling climate change and working to preserve our ocean and forests. The Winter 2020 Roundtable will report on and discuss the outcomes of The Goalmakers National Forum, which challenges and inspires participants to reimagine global development given this moment in history. Speakers Anne Costello, Director of Green Coffee, Peace Coffee Kristen Dailey, Executive Director, Global Washington Adriana Alejandro Osorio, Philanthropy Advisor, UNICEF USA Alexandra Spieldoch, CEO, Bountifield International

Minnesota Latinos are integral to economies in both the Twin Cities metro and greater Minnesota. As one of the fastest-growing minority groups, Latinos comprise an increasingly important segment of Minnesota’s workforce and have one of the highest labor force participation rates in the state. Join Gerardo Guerrero, Consul of Mexico in Saint Paul, and Mark Ritchie, Global Minnesota President, as they host an online “armchair discussion” webinar featuring prominent Minnesotans who will speak about the different contributions the Latino community has made to Minnesota and what the future holds. The program will also feature a special opening message by Martha Barcena Coqui, Ambassador of Mexico to the U.S. Panelists Uri Camarena, Director of Business Consulting, Meda Dr. Bruce Corrie, Assistant Vice President for Government and Community Relations, Concordia University St. Paul Maria Reagan Gonzalez, Mayor of the City of Richfield David Tieman, Executive Vice President of Innovation, Faribault Foods Rosa

For a quarter-century, from the end of Watergate to the aftermath of the Cold War, no Republican won the presidency without his help or ran the White House without his advice. James Addison Baker III was the indispensable man for four presidents because he understood better than anyone how to make Washington work at a time when America was shaping events around the world. His story is a case study of power in late 20th century America and the story of Washington and the world in the modern era. Join us for a virtual conversation with  journalist-author duo Peter Baker of The New York Times and Susan Glasser of The New Yorker for a closer look at their new book, “The Man Who Ran Washington: The Life and Times of James A. Baker III.” The program will be moderated by Bill Clifford, President and CEO of the World Affairs Councils of America. “The Man Who Ran Washington” is available for purchase through Magers & Quinn Booksellers. This program will be live streamed on Global Minnesota’s YouTube channel. A

Join us for an online conversation to explore new opportunities and potential partnerships with African firms involved in mining as a result of the new African Continental Free Trade Area (ACTFA) agreement. International and national speakers will discuss the importance of mining, current and anticipated mining-related opportunities in Africa, legal considerations, and more. The program will include a Q&A session with the speakers. Speakers Basil Ajuo, CEO, Minnesota Africans United Daryl Bouwkamp, Sr. Director Int’l Business Development & Gov’t Affairs, Vermeer Corporation Christopher (Chris) Dana, Channel Advancement Manager, Vermeer Corporation Steve Dickinson, Co-Chair, International Section, Cozen O’Connor Law Firm Bart Driesen, Director, Engine Business EMEA, Donaldson Company Mark Ritchie, President, Global Minnesota

Global Conversations DIGITAL Russia Relations with Jill Dougherty

Human trafficking continues to affect millions of people across borders and is consistently recognized by international leaders as a high-priority foreign policy issue. Join a virtual panel conversation with local and international professionals as they discuss their work to end human trafficking. Featuring an alumna of the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program, the panel will address how trafficking is fought across sectors, highlight best practices for collaborating organizations, and provide insight into successful partnerships among government and law enforcement officials, legislators, journalists, and representatives from human rights organizations. Panel Speakers Imran Ali, Assistant Criminal Division Chief, Washington County Ágnes De Coll, Head of Anti-Trafficking Department, Hungarian Baptist Aid (International Visitor Leadership Program alumna) Paul Kroshus, Detective, Woodbury Police Department Aimee Schroeder, Crime Analyst, Washington County Moderator: Kelly G

As the world becomes more complex and interconnected, the United Nations (UN) is needed more than ever. However, its major partner – the United States, is pulling away from the UN, as can be seen by its slow paying Peacekeeping dues, and by withdrawing from the Paris Climate Treaty, the Iran Nuclear Framework, and the World Health Organization. What impact does this have on the UN and the world? Join a free webinar presentation to hear Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres, discuss what the next 75 years looks like for the UN.   About the Speaker Stéphane Dujarric is the Spokesman for the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres and coordinates the work of the main United Nations news sites. His division is responsible for media liaison and accreditation, providing logistical support and information to the international press corps, as well as coverage of official United Nations meetings. Prior to joining the United Nations, Stéphane worked for ABC News television

Guy Ryder, Director General, United National International Labor Organization (ILO) Gabriella Rigg-Herzog, Vice President, Corporate Responsibility and Labor Affairs, United States Council for International Business Cathy Feingold, Director, International Department, AFL-CIO, Deputy President, International Trade Union Confederation Kevin Cassidy, Director, ILO Office for the United States and Representative to Bretton Woods and Multilateral Organizations

World Food Day 2020

Jeff Harmening, Chairman and CEO, General Mills Stephanie Lundquist, Executive Vice President and President of Food and Beverage, Target Sonya Roberts, President and Group Leader, Salt Group, Cargill Joan Gabel, President, University of Minnesota Moderator: Angela Davis, MPR Additional remarks by Minnesota Governor Tim Walz; Peter Frosch, CEO, GREATER MSP; and JoAnne Berkenkamp, Managing Director, MBOLD

Presenting: Jeffrey Sachs, President, United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network, Director of the Center for Sustainable Development at Columbia University Introduction by Paurvi Bhatt, President, Medtronic Foundation, Advisory Council, Impact 2030

Presenting: David Beasley, Executive Director, United Nations Food Programme – the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate