Global Summit XVII sponsorship
Support the JES's mission of fostering dialogue for the Erie region on a global level.
Our audiences continue to show up to explore critical topics—from politics and global affairs to cutting-edge science, technology, sports, and more. And thanks to our sponsors, we’ve kept ticket prices unchanged since day one, ensuring that access to these powerful learning experiences remains open to all.
This year, we kicked off this year’s Global Summit with President Barack Obama. We also welcomed renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback and community leader Jim Kelly, Vice President Mike Pence, and acclaimed historian Lindsay Chervinsky, plus many additional distinguished speakers who will engage and inspire audiences of all ages.
Whether you’ve sponsored the Global Summit before, supported other JES initiatives, or are considering a sponsorship for the first time, thank you for helping our community grow and thrive. Your support makes it possible for us to offer inclusive, high-quality programming that fosters civic engagement and civil dialogue—providing residents across Erie County with access to the ideas, conversations, and learning opportunities that matter most, especially in times when thoughtful public discourse is so urgently necessary.
If your organization is interested in becoming a Global Summit XVII sponsor, please contact Christine Gerlock by phone at 814-459-8000 or by email at gerlock@jeserie.org.
Bishop Sean Rowe – Thomas B. Hagen Dignitas Award Recipient
Location: Jefferson Educational Society - 3207 State St. Erie, PA 16508
Date/Time: Thursday, October 1st 7:00-8:30pm
Admission: Early Bird Pricing - General Admission $25.75 / Preferred Seating $51.50
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The Most Rev. Sean W. Rowe is the Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church, elected in 2024 and serving as the church's chief pastor and CEO. Recognized for his expertise in organizational learning and adaptive change, he is focused on strengthening local ministry and mission across the church. Rowe was ordained bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Northwestern Pennsylvania in 2007 after serving asrector of St. John's Episcopal Church in Franklin, Pennsylvania. He has also served asbishop provisional of the Episcopal Diocese of Bethlehem and helped lead apartnership between the Episcopal Dioceses of Northwestern Pennsylvania and Western New York. He holds degrees from Grove City College, Virginia Theological Seminary, and Gannon University.
