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Welcome to the Global Citizens Club

Although there are overwhelming changes taking place in our communities, we at the Academy are more dedicated than ever to creating a positive future through our commitment to each other, and to our home, and to our planet. The GCC is made up of active donors like yourself who support not-for-profit groups focused on solving the most pressing social and environmental challenges. The goal of the GCC is to ignite citizen engagement and unite them with the nonprofits and businesses who seek to improve our community and world.

Global Citizens Club

The Global Citizen’s Club was formed by the World Business Academy motivated by the saying “Think Globally, Act Locally”. We engage local citizens through regular stakeholder meetings and panels addressing the most crucial social, economic, and environmental issues faced by Santa Barbara today. Additional benefits for GCC members and affiliates are listed here:

Individual Member

  • Belmond El Encanto: Discounts of 15% on food and drinks at all times, and discounts of 20% Monday through Thursday on rooms, spa services and small catered events; the hotel will provide GCC members with an access code to use when making guest room reservations
  • 2 seats at monthly GCC meeting at the Belmond El Encanto or other meeting venue featuring keynote speakers on timely topics
  • Future discounts as offered through partner organizations enrolled in the GCC

Affiliate Organization

  • 2 seats at GCC meeting at the Belmond El Encanto or other meeting venue featuring keynote speakers on timely topics
  • An opportunity to partner and collaborate with the World Business Academy and the other member organizations of the GCC to increase exposure and awareness for your organization’s message
  • Meetings will be structured to include timely and engaging presentations by guest speakers and local dignitaries
  • Information table at meetings to display partner organizations collateral
  • Speaker time at meetings to inform attendees about their organization and any special events or updates
  • Listing of your organization in the GCC digital newsletter

Latest News

Harnessing the Oceans to Combat Climate Change: 
The Possible Next Wave in Geoengineering
2024-07-27 18:41:38
Jul 26, 2024 / by Rinaldo Brutoco for Triple Pundit Solar geoengineering is gaining traction as a potential method to temporarily reduce global temperatures. While some geoengineering techniques could present more unintended consequences than others, researchers think marine cloud brightening is worth a closer look. . . Read the whole story at Triple Pundit
H2Tech: Beyond Ammonia Part 1
2024-05-13 21:32:08
H2Tech H2 Mobility, Transportation and Infrastructure Beyond ammonia: Rethinking the role for ammonia within a vibrant H2 economy—Part 1 As the world increasingly seeks sustainable and efficient energy solutions, there is a general consensus that hydrogen (H2) will play a significant role. This makes the question of how this product is best transported not just…
360 Degree Consciousness by Rinaldo Brutoco at Unity of Santa Barbara
2024-05-13 18:05:40
  Unity of Santa Barbara’s Vibrant Living series continues with World Business Academy President Rinaldo S. Brutoco as he presents, “360 Degree Consciousness” on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at 7 PM at Unity Santa Barbara. Rinaldo’s talk touches upon how conscious awareness has to be applied a full 360 degree spectrum of one’s life. It…

Contact

Anyone interested in joining the Global Citizen’s Club may contact Viviana Gonzalez at the World Business Academy. Call 805-892-4600 to reach her directly or by email at [email protected].

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