Transatlantic Partnership in Transition – Opportunities and Challenges for Industry and Innovation

Join the GACC on April 24th at Mercedes-Benz USA in Sandy Springs for a compelling discussion featuring Eike Klapper, Counsellor for Industry, Entrepreneurship, and SMEs at the Delegation of the European Union to the United States. Eike will lead an engaging session on “The Transatlantic Partnership in Transition,” examining the exciting opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for our industry and innovation sectors.

He’ll be joined by a distinguished panel, including Dimitris Psillakis (CEO of Mercedes-Benz USA), Matthias Hoffman (President & CEO of GACC South), and Melanie Moltmann (Consul General of the German Consulate General in Atlanta), promising a dynamic dialogue that you won’t want to miss.

This is a fantastic opportunity to engage in thought-provoking conversations and connect with fellow leaders in the German-American business community. After the discussion, enjoy networking with industry experts, share your ideas, and build valuable connections that can drive your business forward.

Key topics will include:

• The impact of shifting geopolitical dynamics—such as U.S.-EU trade policies, Brexit, and China’s influence—on transatlantic business relations.
• Opportunities and challenges in digital trade, energy, and critical supply chains.
• The EU’s Green Deal and its implications for industrial policy.
• Strategies for enhancing competitiveness in Europe, drawing insights from the Draghi report.