Leadership, Diplomacy and Power
Tue, Jan 27
|PEN Ventures, IFC One
We open the season with ambassadors H.E. Michelle Winthrop and H.E. Dawn Bennet as they share how they navigate cross-cultural leadership, build trust and lead with authenticity. A compelling conversation on leadership, identity and influence.
Time & Location
Jan 27, 2026, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
PEN Ventures, IFC One, 10 Gukjegeumyung-ro, Yeongdeungpo District, Seoul, South Korea
About the Event
We kick off the season with a step behind the scenes of diplomatic life with two remarkable leaders: H.E. Michelle Winthrop, Ambassador of Ireland to the Republic of Korea, and H.E. Dawn Bennet, Ambassador of New Zealand to the Republic of Korea.
Together, they will explore the art of leading across cultures.
From the defining moments that shaped their careers to the subtle work of building trust, navigating expectations and finding your own voice in a role defined by duty.
Diplomatic leadership is unique: ambassadors do not choose their teams, they know their time is limited, and yet they must lead with clarity, humility and influence. We’ll discuss authenticity in high-stakes environments, the power of soft leadership, and the confidence required to walk into rooms where you may not be what people expect.
This conversation is for anyone interested in leadership, identity, purpose and the realities of influence in a…