50th Anniversary Gala

Philadelphia, PA | April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm

We are thrilled to announce that GIC is celebrating its 50th Anniversary with a very special Gala this year! For five decades, GIC has provided a trusted, nonpartisan space where economists, academics, and global leaders come together to share ideas, exchange perspectives, and build meaningful relationships.

This milestone celebration will include an unforgettable evening honoring the community and impact GIC has cultivated around the world. We can’t wait to gather and reflect on 50 years of connection, collaboration, and learning from one another.

The tribute booklet from the 50th Anniversary Gala may be viewed here.

Anniversary Award

The GIC’s 50th Anniversary Alexander Hamilton Leadership Award, celebrates a US leader in monetary policy who has played a significant role in demonstrating credibility,  independence, and crisis management and has continued to provide long-term thought leadership on critical issues facing central banking and global monetary policy. We are delighted to honor William C. Dudley, Former President of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York with this special award.

 

Mystery Wine Contest

We are delighted to share that the Mystery Wine Contest will return as part of the anniversary gala. More details to follow.

 

Sponsorship Packages

$7500 – Golden Anniversary Table Sponsor- limit one

  • Table of 10
  • Back cover of the Tribute Booklet
  • Acknowledgement during dinner program
  • Logo recognition on event website, select social media posts, scrolling presentation at the dinner, and in Annual Report

$5000 – Legacy Table Sponsor

  • Table of 10
  • Logo recognition on scrolling presentation at the dinner, and in Annual Report

$3750 – Table of Ten

Individual Tickets Only

  • GIC Members $325
  • Non Members $395

 

Dress Code

Attire for the gala is Black Tie Optional

Ritz Carlton - Philadelphia 10 Ave Of The Arts Philadelphia, PA 19102

Price range: $325.00 through $7,500.00

Registration Closed

Speakers

William Dudley, Ph.D.

Currently, he is a senior adviser to the Griswold Center for Economic Policy Studies at Princeton University and Chair of…

Loretta J. Mester, Ph.D.

Loretta J. Mester was President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland from June 1, 2014 to June…

Holly Wade

Holly Wade is the executive director of the NFIB Research Center, where she conducts original research and studies public policy…

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