Frank Justice runs the Center for Diplomatic Engagement, Meridian’s convening platform to accelerate collaboration between the international diplomatic corps and public and private sector leaders regarding global issues of the day. Frank forges partnerships with public and private sector entities, fosters relationships with embassy representatives, and oversees the Center’s staff and budget. Frank organizes the annual Meridian Global Leadership Summit, Meridian’s signature event that convenes diplomatic, business and policy leaders in a neutral, nonpartisan forum to exchange ideas and collaborate on solutions to today's most pressing challenges and opportunities. In 2016, he created the Meridian Diplomacy Forum, which has evolved into an annual gathering of American and international diplomats, military and government officials, corporate leaders, and think tank experts to explore trends and challenges in U.S. and international statecraft. Frank is currently building out DiplomacyRISE, Meridian’s investment to strengthen the American international affairs talent ecosystem. DiplomacyRISE is an inclusive diplomatic professional development program that provides greater access to critical skills training, career guidance networks and emerging issue expertise to cultivate the next generation of U.S. diplomats that reflect America’s diversity and are equipped with 21^st century statecraft skills and knowledge. Prior to his current role, Frank spent over a decade with Meridian’s Center for Global Leadership administering professional study tours as part of the State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program. He holds a Master of Public Policy degree from American University as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Rhode Island. Frank resides in Silver Spring, Maryland, with his wife, Kristin, and daughters, Nora and Hazel.