Hosting a Mega-Event: The Challenges and Opportunities of Balancing Safety and Fun with Juliette Kayyem

From political conventions to music festivals and international sporting events including the FIFA World Cup in 2026, mega-events are moments of celebration and civic pride. But they also bring extraordinary challenges: securing large crowds, safeguarding critical infrastructure, and preparing for crises that can unfold in real time. How do leaders ensure both safety and a sense of joy? 

In this webinar, Juliette Kayyem will explore the complex landscape of mega-event planning—where security protocols, public expectations, and economic opportunities collide. Kayyem, a former Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, author and CNN’s Senior National Security analyst, works with cities and sponsors on major event planning will share lessons on what it takes to design strategies that both protect and inspire. 

Join us for an inside look at the trade-offs, innovations, and decision-making that define some of the largest public gatherings in the world.

This is a free webinar recording and does not qualify for a certificate.