The Pacific Council Board of Directors invites you to the 2026 Pacific Council Gala, the premier gathering where policymakers, diplomats, industry executives, and international thought leaders come together to engage on the issues shaping our time.

The 2026 Gala will honor Board Co-Chair Robert W. Lovelace with the Global Ambassador Award, recognizing his decades of dedication to international engagement, and will celebrate the appointment of Ambassador (ret.) Kristina A. Kvien as the organization’s new President & CEO. Ambassador (ret.) Kvien will be joined in conversation by Ambassador (ret.) Michael Carpenter, Senior Fellow at the International Institute for Strategic Studies.

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the forefront of global affairs, embodying the Pacific Council’s mission to connect the West Coast to the world.

Secure your seat at the Early bird price before April 29: 2026 Pacific Council Gala.