Global Conversations

Global Philadelphia Association conducts interviews offering new insights into Philadelphia's current and potential involvement in global projects and how leaders of the Philadelphia region are taking great strides towards creating a more global Philadelphia.

A Global Conversation with John F. Smith III

Learn more about GPA's 2024 Lifetime Achievement Globy Awardee and GPA Founder.

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Global Travels and Equitable Development with Sylvie Gallier Howard

As we continue to delve into the experiences and insights of Philadelphian leaders, it becomes clearer with every story that travel has indispensable...

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Leading with Global Perspective: Cynthia Figueroa’s Travels and Work in Philadelphia’s Communities

Here at Global Philadelphia, we focus on how Philadelphians can play a role in our broader international community, and how this community influences...

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A Global Conversation with Jillian Pirtle: Exploring the Life of the "Great Lady" From Philadelphia, Marian Anderson

Jillian Patricia Pirtle is a celebrated stage and opera artist with a deep passion for the arts. As a trained vocalist, actress, and historian, she...

A Global Conversation with Erika H. James

Rising from an academic foundation deeply rooted in a family of educators, Erika H. James’ journey from an assistant professor to becoming the first...

December 10, 2024

A Global Conversation with John F. Smith III

It’s not every day that we get to speak with someone whose leadership journey spans from the decks of Navy ships to the boardrooms of civic and global...

November 25, 2024

A Global Conversation with Leslie Richards

Leslie Richards, Professor of Practice in the Weitzman School of Design at the University of Pennsylvania, led SEPTA as its CEO and General Manager...

November 19, 2024

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A Global Conversation with Gregg Caren

As the President and CEO of the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB), Gregg Caren is deeply ingrained in Philadelphia’s tourism...

November 12, 2024

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A Global Conversation with Samip Mallick

Samip Mallick, co-founder and executive director of the South Asian American Digital Archive (SAADA), turned a personal journey for belonging into a...

October 28, 2024

A Global Conversation with Della Clark

In 2024, Della Clark will be honored with the Globy Award for Community Leadership, recognizing her remarkable contributions to minority...

October 21, 2024

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A Global Conversation with Henry Bermudez

Henry Bermudez, a Philadelphia-based contemporary artist originally from Venezuela, has spent years developing his art form and sharing his ideas with...