"From Ideas to Impact" A Fireside Chat Book Talk with Global Citizen Co-Founder Michael Sheldrick

From Ideas to Impact

A Fireside Chat Book Talk with Global Citizen Co-Founder Michael Sheldrick

Monday, April 22, 2024 | 7:00 p.m. ET 

Join BPIA, SAIS-BSU and other partner groups for an exclusive fireside chat book talk featuring global citizen co-founder Michael Sheldrick and BPIA's Corporate Council Vice Chair Michael B. Serwadda for a talk discussing Sheldrick's recent book "From Ideas to Impact". The first 30 guests will receive a free copy of the book (sponsored by BPIA). Light refreshments will be served. 

Event Program

• Show video about Global Citizen
• Welcome Remarks, BPIA President Maloney 
• Read Bio of Michael Sheldrick [SAIS student]
• Moderated Q&A with Michael & Serwadda (20 mins) 
• Audience Q&A (20 mins) 
• Group Photo 
• Book Signing 

Michael Sheldrick, Co-Founder and Chief Policy, Impact, and Government Affairs Officer, Global Citizen

He leads Global Citizen’s campaigns to rally support from governments, businesses and foundations to get the world on track to end extreme poverty. He is a policy entrepreneur and has worked on campaigns globally with artists such as Beyoncé, Coldplay, Idris and Sabrina Elba, Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Priyanka Chopra, Rihanna and Usher, as well as and world leaders including Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Barbados’ Prime Minister Mia Mottley, former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, and former Australian Prime Ministers Julia Gillard and Kevin Rudd.

He has co-produced some of the world’s largest social impact campaigns and events such as the annual Global Citizen Festival in Central Park, New York, the Guinness World Record-winning virtual concert One World: Together At Home, and the centennial celebration of Nelson Mandela (Mandela 100).

As well as reaching millions of people in over 150 countries, these campaigns have helped secure more than US$40 billion towards local and regional organizations providing access to lifesaving medical treatment, sanitation, education, equity and empowerment, and climate residency efforts. Amongst other awards, One World received Guinness World Records for most money raised for charity by a remote music festival. Global Citizen, also known as Global Poverty Project, is an international education and advocacy organization that seeks to catalyze the movement to end extreme poverty and promote social justice and equity through the lens of intersectionality

Michael B. Serwadda, BPIA Corporate Council Vice Chair & Chief of Staff, Global Government Affairs, HP Inc

Michael B. Serwadda currently serves as the Chief of Staff & Strategy Manager for HP’s Global Government Affairs & Public Policy, overseeing the group’s Strategy and Planning endeavors. With a keen focus on strategic thinking and a deep understanding of global markets, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the direction of HP's engagement in the dynamic policy landscape. Prior to his role at HP, Michael contributed significantly to Appian Corporation, where he spearheaded strategy and market intelligence initiatives for the software solutions business. His efforts were instrumental in bridging critical gaps, enabling Appian to identify, develop, and deploy innovative solutions in the Finance, Insurance, and Government Sectors. Before joining Appian, Michael took the lead in quantifying 3M’s attainable market opportunity within the Federal Government. He developed data-driven strategies that enhanced 3M’s market penetration by advising internal stakeholders and leadership on key market dynamics influenced by government priorities and public policy. An alumnus of New York University’s Stern School of Business, Michael holds an MBA with a focus on Strategy and Finance. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Marketing from the University of Wisconsin. Beyond his core responsibilities, Michael is passionate about organizational development and actively advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. In his leisure time, he embraces an active lifestyle, enjoying long bike rides and playing golf. Michael is not just a strategist in the corporate realm; he is a dedicated advocate for positive change both within and outside the office.