The Briefing Room
Inside Middle East Diplomacy
Led by Ambassador Daniel Shapiro
A private discussion experience for people seeking a deeper understanding of the Middle East through direct engagement with someone who has spent decades working at the highest levels of diplomacy and national security.
Limited to 50 participants • $595 • Application-based
What This Is
Over approximately 6–8 weeks, 50 participants will join Ambassador Daniel Shapiro for three live moderated discussions.
Participants remain together throughout the experience, allowing conversations to build from session to session.
Participants are selected through an application process designed to create a thoughtful and engaged group.
This is not a lecture.
It is not a webinar.
It is not a broadcast.
Participants ask questions, engage directly with Ambassador Shapiro, and join a thoughtful discussion with others who care deeply about the region.
Why Daniel
Daniel Shapiro served as U.S. Ambassador to Israel and spent decades working on Middle East policy and national security issues at the highest levels of government.
This experience offers direct engagement with someone who has firsthand experience navigating the diplomatic, political, and security challenges shaping the region today.
What Participation Includes
3 live Zoom discussions with Ambassador Shapiro
Moderated participant discussion and Q&A
Discussions that build from session to session
No recordings or public access
Why Small Matters
The value isn't watching.
The value is being in the room.
Small groups create better questions, deeper discussion, and more meaningful engagement.
Participation is intentionally limited.
Once all 50 seats are filled, applications close.
Participation
$595
Participation is application-based.
If accepted, you will receive an invitation to join the experience.