Timely conversations from the heart of Charlotte.
Our 2026 Event:
A conversation with former Mayor of Charlotte, Anthony Foxx.
Date coming soon…
6:30 p.m.
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
115 West Seventh Street, Uptown
Anthony Foxx
Business leader, former Secretary of Transportation, and former Mayor of Charlotte, Anthony Foxx has spent his career bridging divides while building a better world for everyone. Growing up in Charlotte, he was raised by a single mother and his grandparents–both school teachers. This family of educators taught him that access is vital to helping people improve their lives.
“It was a thoughtful and necessary conversation.” - Lecture Attendee
“It was a thoughtful and necessary conversation.” - Lecture Attendee
“I’m leaving with the feeling that I have an idea - something I can turn into a plan of action.” - Lecture Attendee
“I’m leaving with the feeling that I have an idea - something I can turn into a plan of action.” - Lecture Attendee
The 2025 Lecture
A look into The 2025 Williamson Lecture: A Conversation about Crossroads with the renowned journalist, Judy Woodruff, moderated by Susan McConnell.
Our Speakers
Every year, we are honored to welcome accomplished speakers who make our lectures what they are—thought-provoking, inspiring, and deeply rooted in community.
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Anthony Foxx, 2026 Speaker
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Judy Woodruff, 2025 Speaker
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The Rt. Rev. Michael Curry, 2024 Speaker
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Harvey Gantt, 2023 Speaker
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Hugh McColl, 2023 Speaker
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