Business & Brews with CBN and Special Guest Dr. Toby Malichi
Schedule
Thu Aug 21 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Columbia Club | Indianapolis, IN

About this Event
Business & Brews with CBN and Special Guest Dr. Toby Malichi
Ever wonder what tariffs really mean for your business—or why they seem to dominate the headlines?
Join us for CBN Business & Brews on Wednesday, August 21 at 6:00 PM in the Platinum Lounge for a conversation that takes you beyond the buzzwords and into the real-world impact of trade policies.
Our speaker is none other than Dr. Toby Malichi, a world-renowned expert in global trade who’s advised seven U.S. Presidents, led trade policy talks around the globe, and built a powerhouse business right here in Indiana.
He’ll be unpacking “What You Need to Know About Tariffs”—and how they affect businesses of all sizes, especially small and medium-sized enterprises.
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Why Attend?
- Practical insights from a true international business diplomat
- Lively conversation and Q&A
- Great drinks and great company
Who Should Attend:
- Business owners and entrepreneurs looking to start or expand their ventures
- Indy-area professionals who want to expand their network
Speaker Bio:
Dr. Toby Malichi, Hon.D.Bus., DHL, LHD, known as "The Global Godfather," is an internationally recognized, award-winning leader in global trade and business diplomacy. Appointed by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce, he has advised seven consecutive White House Administrations and U.S. Presidencies on trade policy.
He is the Founding Executive Chairman and Global Head of Development, Investment & Diplomacy at Malichi Group Worldwide, LLC (https://www.Malichi.com), renowned for facilitating cross-border deals. Dr. Malichi also established the Dr. Toby Malichi Institute for Global Impact (https://www.MalichiGlobal.org), a global think tank dedicated to inspiring young leaders and empowering social entrepreneurs. He also leads Global Chamber™ Indianapolis.
With over four decades of experience, Dr. Malichi is a key advocate for Small-and-Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs), notably for his role in the passage of NAFTA. His extensive accolades include three honorary doctorates, the International Peace Medallion, and the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom Award. He is a Coronated African Chieftain and a recipient of Indiana's highest honor, the Sagamore of the Wabash.
Dr. Malichi's life-long purpose, "Business for Peace," drives his work as a highly sought-after strategist and social entrepreneur, focused on unlocking trade and investment for developing economies worldwide.
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Club members, please RSVP via the Club calendar.
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This CBN event presented by Columbia Club Member and CBN Committee Chair, Jon Paquette.
The Columbian Business Network capitalizes on the Columbia Club's diverse member community to create powerful networking, referral, and education opportunities. We engage our community with private and public events, speaker series, and other opportunities to connect with Indianapolis area professionals.
Agenda
🕑: 05:45 PM - 06:15 PM
Guest/Member Check-In Arrival, Ice Breakers & Introductions
🕑: 06:15 PM - 06:45 PM
Mingling, Connections, Drinks & Hors d'oeuvres
🕑: 06:45 PM - 07:30 PM
Presentation by Special Guest, Dr. Toby Malichi
🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Post-Speaker Networking and Raffle Drawings
Where is it happening?
Columbia Club, 121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 17.85
