Charlotte DeWitt is an international events architect who has produced over 150 festivals, events, and conferences. A native Bostonian and graduate of Drake University, U.S.A., she has lectured and consulted in 30 countries throughout North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and the Middle East. She has written extensively on festivals and events as catalysts for cultural tourism and world understanding. Charlotte lived in Sweden for ten years and was President of The American Club of Sweden. She was also First Vice President of the Federation of American Women s Clubs Overseas (FAWCO), the largest international network of independent associations representing private American citizens overseas, with special consultative status to the United Nations.