Marshall Seminars
GMF Leadership Programs is proud to announce the return of the Marshall Seminar, a global convening of our 4,000-strong alumni network and a hallmark of our commitment to bold transatlantic leadership in an age of global complexity.
2025 Marshall Seminar
Expand AllTheme: Evolving the Enduring Transatlantic Partnership for the 21st Century
The Marshall Seminar will showcase diverse ideas and experiences of engaged leaders on both sides of the Atlantic, across a wide range of sectors and roles. This is a critical time to strengthen the network of GMF fellows who understand the value of transatlantic partnership.
For GMF fellowship program alumni, the 2025 Marshall Seminar offers a unique opportunity to reconnect, grow your network, and explore solutions to one of today’s most pressing challenges, all while visiting a city built on innovation. The theme of this year’s seminar calls on us all to share our best practices and best thinking to create a culture for a sustainable transatlantic relationship. Whether your current work is focused on transatlantic relationships or you would like to refocus on those relationships, the 2025 Marshall Seminar welcomes you to contribute to a conversation with international impact.
FAQ
Expand AllWhat are Marshall Seminars?
Marshall Seminars are immersive, two- to three-day gatherings that convene members of GMF’s transatlantic network to tackle leadership challenges for which there are no easy answers. These high-impact experiences bring together GMF alumni in dynamic cities that embody the issues under discussion—providing both the context and the inspiration for forward-thinking solutions.
Each seminar is designed to push boundaries: exploring emerging trends, sharing best practices, and uncovering new paths for transatlantic collaboration. Through honest dialogue and collective intelligence, participants gain tools to lead transformative change in their communities and sectors.
Who can participate?
Marshall Seminars are open exclusively to alumni of GMF’s prestigious leadership programs, including:
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Marshall Memorial Fellowship
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Manfred Wörner Seminar
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Transatlantic Inclusion Leaders Network
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Policy Designers Network
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Leadership Lab
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Transatlantic Forum for Migration and Integration
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Asmus Policy Entrepreneurs Fellowship
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APSA Congressional Fellowship
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New Länder Fellowship
Whether you as an alum are shaping policy, leading civil society, driving innovation, or charting new ground in your field, the Marshall Seminars offer a rare space to reconnect, rethink, and reimagine transatlantic leadership.
Partner With Us
The Marshall Seminars bring together leaders from across GMF’s transatlantic network for in-depth dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and fresh perspectives on global and local challenges.
Why Sponsor the Marshall Seminar?
- Align your brand with influential leaders in public policy and business.
- Engage with a network of midcareer professionals and civic innovators.
- Gain visibility and thought leadership opportunities through speaking roles and co-hosted sessions
- Gain thought leadership opportunities and participate in speaking roles.
- Access insights on AI governance, trade policy, and sustainability.
Sponsorship levels are available. For more details, view our one-pager or contact us at [email protected] to discuss a tailor-made partnership.
For more information about upcoming seminars, please reach out to [email protected]