The New Transatlantic Business Reality. Immigration, Trade and Tariffs, Breakfast & Networking

Discover how Nordic companies are succeeding and expanding across the United States in today’s rapidly evolving business environment.

This 65-minute panel brings together distinguished leaders, innovators, and policy experts to explore the new realities of transatlantic business — from navigating trade policies and tariffs to attracting international talent and fostering cultural fit within global teams.

Main Topics:

• Tariffs, Trade Policy & Uncertainty
• Talent, Immigration & Culture Fit
• Geopolitical Risk & Trust in Transatlantic Relations

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with executives from across the Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, and Finnish business communities — while enjoying a delicious breakfast and valuable networking.

Why Attend:

• Gain fresh insights from Nordic and U.S. executives 
• Meet fellow business leaders
• Discover new opportunities for collaboration — all over a delicious breakfast.

Who Should Attend:

• Georgia manufacturers and business leaders
• Nordic companies established or expanding in the U.S.
• Trade, logistics, and supply-chain professionals
• Startups pursuing international growth
• Educational and innovation ecosystem leaders

Let’s boost transatlantic business together!

Join for a morning of insight, collaboration, and connection among the Nordic and U.S. business communities.

Agenda

8:00 – 8:30 AM | Breakfast & Networking

8:30 – 8:35 AM | Welcome Remarks by Roman Chukhvitsky, Executive Director, SACC-Georgia

8:35 – 9:40 AM | Panel Discussion: Tariffs & Immigration | Nordic Perspectives

Moderator:

• Fredrik Stålberg, Co-Founder, Arcleaf

Panelists:

• Tom Rossland – Honorary Consul of Sweden and Norway
• Kari Lindberg – Honorary Consul of Finland
• Jan René Knudsen – President, Danish Chamber of Commerce; VP, DSV
• Roy Abernathy – EVP, Consulting & Strategy Solutions, Newmark
• Claudia Aria – Senior Vice President, Multinational Corporate Banking, PNC Bank
• Bob Johnson – Immigration Attorney, Baker Donaldson

9:40 – 10:00 AM | Audience Q&A