In honor of its 50th anniversary in 2011, Global Ties U.S. presented the special awards recognizing Multigenerational Leadership at the local and national level. The Pillar Awards were presented to individuals who have helped the Global Ties network survive and thrive during its first 50 years, and the Bridge Awards were presented to individuals who are playing a key role in positioning the Global Ties network for its next half century.
The Citizen Diplomat Pillar Award Winners
Neal Ball
WorldChicago
Donna Briggs
Tulsa Global Alliance
Bruce Buckland
World Affairs Council of St. Louis
Larry Chastang
International Council of Central Florida, Inc.
Barbara Gumbiner
GlobalPittsburgh
Alan Kumamoto
International Visitor Council of Los Angeles
Nancy Otte
Freeport Area International Visitors Council
Will Wilkins
North Texas Council for International Visitors
Bill Yarnall
Albuquerque Council for International Visitors
The Citizen Diplomat Bridge Award Winners
Jennifer Fox
International Hospitality Council of Austin
Jennifer Hefti
Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy
Megan McGlothlen
Montana Center for International Visitors
Herbert S. Ushewokunze
International Visitors Council of Philadelphia