VIP · CLOSED-DOOR
3:30–4:45 p.m.
Executive Leadership
Roundtable
A candid discussion for individually invited participants.
Register for the RoundtableBY INVITATION ONLY
AN SMU × GMF CONVERSATION
Beyond
the Ballot.
Economic Security, Public Confidence,
and the Transatlantic Relationship
An Executive Leadership Roundtable & Reception
↓DATE
Tuesday,
November 17, 2026
VENUE
SMU Owen
Arts Center
LOCATION
Dallas, Texas
THE CONVERSATION
Across the Atlantic.
Connected in Dallas.
Join distinguished business, civic, academic, and policy leaders for an invitation-only gathering on the issues shaping business, policy, and our shared future.
Hosted by SMU Cox School of Business’s Leadership Lab in partnership with the German Marshall Fund of the United States.
- 01
Economic Security
- 02
Public Confidence
- 03
Transatlantic Relations
FEATURED GUEST
Dr. Alexandra
de Hoop Scheffer
President, German Marshall Fund of the United States
In conversation with SMU leadership and leaders from across the Dallas business and civic communities.
An SMU × GMF conversation
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17
An afternoon of dialogue.
An evening of connection.
Executive Leadership
CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION
5:30–7:00 p.m.
Leadership
Reception
Connect with invited guests and leaders from across the community.
Register for the ReceptionWELCOME TO DALLAS
A global conversation.
A Dallas gathering.
SMU Owen Arts Center
Dallas, Texas
Additional event and arrival details will be provided to confirmed attendees.
YOUR INVITATION
Be part of the conversation.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 SMU Owen Arts Center
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By invitation only.