Washington DC TRIUM alumni, including Erik Ramirez (T2006), Mark Spradley (T2006) and Paul Ward (T2006), organized a special reception and lecture at the residence adjacent to the Embassy of Japan on June 16, 2006 for local DC area TRIUM alumni as well as HEC, NYU-Stern and LSE graduates. With nearly 40 people in attendance, Mitsuro Kitano of the Embassy of Japan gave a presentation on Japanese nationalism, whether it is on the rise and the extent to which is poses a regional issue in Asia.

The Embassy kindly donated wine and beverages while a sponsor, Rock Creek Strategic Marketing, offered an elaborate sushi meal after the event. With the beautiful summer weather, elegant grounds and well- appointed residence, the event was well-received and may prove to be a model for future similar events.

Other attendees represented organizations such as The World Bank, The International Trade Administration (Department of Commerce), The Millennium Challenge Corporation, US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Inter-American Foundation, and the Democratic National Committee. TRIUM students and alumni in attendance also included Ed Leonard (T2003), Ulrich Dischler (T2007?), and Greg Schlimm (T2006).