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Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019On the next Charlotte Talks, Mike delves into the science of meetings with two guests who have studied meetings extensively.…

Eli Collins, Vice President of Product at Google DeepMind, will visit Charlotte on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, for a day of student engagement and community dialogue focused on the promise and responsibility of artificial intelligence.

The visit is part of The Echo Foundation’s Voices Against Indifference Initiative. This curriculum-based educational program connects high school students with global humanitarians who demonstrate the power of individual action to make a difference.

Co-founded in 1997 by Nobel Peace Laureate Elie Wiesel and Stephanie Ansaldo, The Echo Foundation has educated hundreds of thousands of students by equipping teachers with curricula on global humanitarian issues and creating opportunities for students to apply what they’ve learned beyond the classroom. In partnership with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, the Foundation helps young people engage with real-world problems through learning, dialogue, and leadership.

This year, eight Echo student interns dedicated more than 1,900 hours to developing the Foundation’s new AI for Humanity curriculum. This online, no-cost learning tool examines the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and its influence on society. The curriculum challenges students to explore the relationship between technology and humanity, and to consider the moral implications of innovation.

Collins, who plays a central role in transforming groundbreaking AI research at Google DeepMind into widely used tools such as Gemini, Gemma, and Imagen, will participate in a live student-led Q&A with students from across the region before headlining a fireside chat during The Echo Foundation’s 2026 Award Celebration & Reception held at The Carolina Theatre.

The evening Award Celebration & Reception will also honor Andrea Smith, Chair of the Bank of America Alumni Network, with the Award Against Indifference in recognition of her leadership and advocacy for women in business. A respected business executive, community leader, and philanthropist, Smith spent 34 years with Bank of America, where she held several senior leadership roles, including Head of Global Human Resources and Chief Administrative Officer.

All proceeds directly benefit The Echo Foundation’s educational programs and student initiatives.

Unlock a World of Business Opportunities at the Charlotte Area Chamber Business Expo 2024

Join us for the highly anticipated Charlotte Area Chamber Business Expo 2024, where local and regional business professionals will converge to forge connections, expand their networks, and drive business growth. This premier event presents an unparalleled opportunity to showcase your company, brand, and products to a captive audience of potential partners, clients, and investors.

Unleash the Power of Networking
Immerse yourself in a dynamic environment where face-to-face interactions foster meaningful relationships. Engage with fellow business leaders, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations that can propel your business to new heights.

Elevate Your Brand Presence
Capture the attention of key decision-makers and leave a lasting impression with a captivating booth display. Showcase your company's unique offerings, highlight your expertise, and generate valuable leads.

Harness Valuable Insights
Gain access to a wealth of knowledge and insights through informative seminars and presentations led by industry experts. Stay abreast of the latest trends, identify emerging opportunities, and refine your business strategies.

Join the Thriving Business Community
Become an integral part of Charlotte's vibrant business landscape. Connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and discover new avenues for growth and success.

Teach a Workshop
Have information to share and want to run a workshop during the expo? Add this opportunity to teach a 40 minute session. Times will be assigned by the Charlotte Area Chamber. Maximum of 50 attendee seats, with headsets. This is an add-on to your exhibitor booth and the fee is $500 per workshop.

Mark Your Calendar:
Date: Thursday, March 21st, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Venue:
The Park Expo & Conference Center
800 Briar Creek Rd.
Charlotte, NC 28205
Free parking in the parking lot

Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to elevate your business and propel it to new heights.

Here is a rundown of the action on the football fields from across the state.

The Charlotte 2040 plan hits a snag as does a bill in Raleigh mandating the reopening of all schools. The governor vetoes it, and the legislature fails to override it. Those stories and more.

North Carolina ties an incentive involving masks to the vaccination rate. Apple comes to North Carolina, and electric buses will soon be on the streets of Charlotte. Those stories and more on the Local News Roundup.

On this edition of Mike and the Mayor ... Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles and City Manager Marcus Jones talk about the newly proposed city budget, CATS, transparency and the latest on Eastland Mall redevelopment.

Mike Collins hosts a conversation with the mayors of Pineville, Matthews and Mint Hill. We hear about their achievements and their challenges.

A look at structural racism from slavery to Reconstruction, through urban renewal to today. Charlotte resident Greg Jarrell has examined the roles that race, policy, geography and theology have played in our past — and how it impacts our present — in his new book, “Our Trespasses: White Churches and the Taking of American Neighborhoods.”

We focus on the Republican National Convention, its presumptive nominee, his possible vice presidential nominee, and the party platform. Plus a document to change the nation: Project 2025.

A discussion with the chairs of Charlotte City Council's committees that help govern the Queen City, including transportation, jobs and economic development, and housing and safety. We hear about the priorities each committee has set, why they’ve set those goals and where they are in achieving them.

In 1964, President Johnson traveled to Martin County, Ky., to try to sell his "war on poverty" to the American public. What residents say they need now is steady work.

Encore Center presents our first Dinner Theatre in partnership with Ashten’s to create a memorable romantic memory this Valentine’s Day. Come follow the life long story of a couple and their Love Letters while enjoying chef prepared creations by Ashten’s. Follow the 50-year love story of Melissa, played by Laura Morgan (Mrs. Senior North Carolina), and Andy, played by Bill Sahadi (Host of All Things Moore County). Performances are Friday, February 12 and Saturday, February 13 at 6:30 pm and tickets include a full meal and wine and Saturday, February 13 and Sunday February 14 at 2:00pm and tickets include a charcuterie board and wine. Shows will be held in our indoor space at 160 E New Hampshire Avenue in Downtown Southern Pines. In the interest of safety for both staff and audience and in accordance with local regulations, audience numbers are limited to 25, and socially-distanced seating will be enforced. Seating is assigned and limited and ticket sales will be closing February 6th so please don’t delay in reserving your tickets. For tickets or more information about Love Letters, or other upcoming productions, visit our website EncoreCenter.net or call the box office at (910) 725-0603.

Queens music, design, and communications programs collaborate to present Gilbert and Sullivan's Iolanthe.

Saturday, November 12, 7:30pm

Sunday, November 13, 3:00 and 7:30pm

When Victorian fairies descend on the corrupt politicians of the English Parliament, madness, love, and hilarity result. Meant as an allegory for the rise of the women's suffrage movement, Gilbert’s ruthless political satire and surprisingly modern feminist ideals combine with Sullivan’s beautiful music to create magic worthy of fairies!

The Queens production will be directed by Alistair Donkin, award-winning director and former member of the D’Oyly Carte Opera Company, the original theatrical company that staged Gilbert & Sullivan operas dating back to the 1870s. It is musically directed by Dr. Justin Smith, with sets designed by Professor Michael O’Neill.

Free tickets are available for student, civic, religious, and other groups. For more information, please reach out to Dr. Justin Smith at smithj11@queens.edu.

Houston Grand Opera presents one of music's greatest rarities — a successful opera based on Shakespeare. It's Charles Gounod's Romeo and Juliet, in a production starring soprano Ana Maria Martinez and tenor Ramon Vargas in the title roles.

Radio Express, a California-based production company, produces and exports pre-packaged music radio programming to more than 130 countries, including several in Africa. The company has just created "Jammin' Africa," a program that helps African artists get exposure across the continent. NPR's Tony Cox visited Radio Express, and spoke with members of the staff, including CEO Tom Rounds.

In April, the president put $450 million on hold for Guatemala as well as Honduras and El Salvador over what he described as the failure of their governments to stem the flow of migrants to the U.S.

"I was reassured Wednesday of why I have no faith in the legal system, in the police, in the law," Tamika Palmer said in a statement. "They are not made to protect us Black and brown people."

Here are two absolutes about politics in Kentucky: The state is reliably Republican, and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is a political heavyweight in his home state. Tuesday, he made only his second appearance at a Tea Party event. Since some of McConnell's hand-picked candidates have been beaten easily in recent elections, he's reaching out to his entire party. Phillip Bailey reports from member station WFPL in Louisville.

Local officials said three people were still unaccounted for after the most destructive wildfires in Colorado history. Authorities also raised the count of homes destroyed to nearly 1,000.