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SUMMARY:Womenomics Across Cultures
DESCRIPTION:The metro-Augusta Chamber of Commerce partners with the US-Japan Council for Regional Women in Leadership to bring you “Womenomics Across Cultures.” This special panel discussion will focus on experiences and stories of how women in leadership adapt\, shift and execute management styles\, techniques and objectives across international cultures.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/womenomics-across-cultures/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall\, 3500 Walton Way Extension\, Augusta\, 30909\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Fuel your Transatlantic Growth – Close the Culture Gap to Germany!
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to avoid major cross-cultural mishaps when doing business in Germany. \nDo you want to accelerate your business success in German-speaking Europe? Are you interested in protecting your transatlantic investment in talent and assets? This complimentary webinar will walk you through the triggers and tripwires of German business culture and will showcase strategies and tools for organizations who want to minimize and even close the Germany Culture Gap. \nIn this webinar you will:\n• Learn to identify the main cultural values of the United States and Germany\, Austria & Switzerland and understand how these values impact communication\, relationships\, teamwork and leadership\n• Develop an understanding of the cultural dynamics of business practices and behavior patterns\n• Discover tools and strategies which will boost your transatlantic business \nWebinar Details\nDate: Wednesday\, January 18th 2023\, at 13:30pm Eastern U.S. Time (10:30am Pacific – 19:30h Central European Time)\nLog-in: access information for this complimentary Zoom webinar will be emailed to you upon registration
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/fuel-your-transatlantic-growth-close-the-culture-gap-to-germany/
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SUMMARY:Chatham County – Planning for New South Korean Neighbors
DESCRIPTION:Join World Trade Center Savannah in partnership with the four counties of the Savannah Harbor-Interstate 16 Corridor Joint Development Authority for a program and discussion in understanding how best to welcome our new South Korean neighbors to our local communities as the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America is built at the Bryan County Megasite. As this enormous investment evolves\, our communities will host many South Korean nationals and their families through the design\, construction and production phases of making this state-of-the-art plant the premier EV production facility in North America\, along with their suppliers locating throughout the region. While many tasks lie ahead\, making these families feel welcome and helping them adjust to life in the United States\, Georgia and in our communities is essential. \nGuest speaker Jeanne Charbonneau\, who served for 17 years as the primary point-of-contact for South Korean families in the Montgomery\, Alabama River Region\, will share her experiences\, insights\, successes and challenges with our community leaders. We will benefit enormously from their “lessons learned.” Topics will cover educational placement\, housing\, access to medical care\, including vaccinations\, and the need to develop programs to address second-language proficiency for both students and adults. \nThe Chatham County program will take place Thursday\, Jan. 19 at the Georgia Quick Start facility\, 1500 Pine Meadow Drive\, Pooler\, Georgia 31322. Interested parties can choose to attend the 9 – 11 a.m. program or the 3 – 5 p.m. program. This program is also taking place in Bryan\, Effingham and Bulloch Counties on Tuesday\, Jan. 17\, Wednesday\, Jan. 18\, and Friday\, Jan. 20\, respectively. This program is free of charge\, but registration is required.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/chatham-county-planning-for-new-south-korean-neighbors/
LOCATION:Georgia Quick Start\, 1500 Pine Meadow Drive\, Pooler\, GA\, 31322\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:“Changing Dynamics of International Competition in Fashion Entrepreneurship: Sustainability as a Game-Changer”
DESCRIPTION:Join Georgia State University CIBER for their International Business Webinar Series\, “Changing Dynamics of International Competition in Fashion Entrepreneurship: Sustainability as a Game-Changer”.\n\nRecently\, the nature of entrepreneurial activity has gone through tremendous change with entrepreneurs designing business models challenging even the strongest global players\, and responding to urgent calls such as sustainability. Fashion industry have showcased numerous striking examples of how new ventures change the rules of the game in a well-established industrial domain. This has been traced in the rise of several international brands founded by fashion entrepreneurs (i.e.\, ACBC Shoes\, Reformation\, Everlane\, Patagonia)\, in the increasing number of collaborations between incumbent firms\, new ventures and NGOs (i.e.\, ACBC shoes collaborating with luxury brands like Missoni and Chloe\, Gucci collaborating with Wordrise and Artolution\, Adidas collaborating with Parley for the Oceans)\, as well as in criticisms towards the current business models of established global brands (i.e.\, fast fashion companies like Zara).\n\nWith the purpose of providing insight both from the academic domain and practice\, this webinar will present a discussion to highlight following questions:\n\n-How does a strong orientation towards sustainability transform the playground of big multinationals in the fashion industry? What kind of opportunities have emerged for international new ventures?\nHow do digital technologies change the nature of fashion entrepreneurship and affect the achievement of sustainability-oriented goals? Is technology a part of the problem\, or is it the solution?\nIn the face of these changes\, what are the high priorities on the agenda of practitioners? What are the striking research questions for academics?\n\n\nKey take-aways:\n\nHearing about the personal experience of a fashion entrepreneur with international coverage.\nGaining a viewpoint on various business model implications of sustainability orientation with a special focus on how entrepreneurs change the face of international competition in the fashion industry.\nLearning about new research questions and strategies
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/changing-dynamics-of-international-competition-in-fashion-entrepreneurship-sustainability-as-a-game-changer/
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SUMMARY:The 3P's of Supplier Success for the Automotive Industry
DESCRIPTION:Join World Trade Center Savannah in partnership with the Savannah Economic Development Authority and the Savannah Harbor-Interstate 16 Corridor Joint Development Authority to learn how manufacturers can successfully become part suppliers in the global automotive parts and components market. This program is part of the Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association (GAMA) Supplier Essentials Course® and will equip component suppliers with key concepts and industry practices.\n\nThis in-person program will cover the following aspects of automotive supplier success:\n\nParts – identifying required parts\, issues in the supply chain impacting incoming supplies and outgoing products\, and industry terminology.\nPeople – engaging state and local resources\, internal and external hiring resources\, best practices in workforce development; workforce retention; diversity\, equity and inclusion (DEI); and certifications.\nProcess – understanding buyer’s terms and conditions\, IP\, the parts approval process (PPAP)\, quality requirements (ISO and IATF)\, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements\, green/clean energy considerations and more.\n\n\nNetworking and lunch included. Guest speakers include\n\nDavid Eye\, True Commerce Vice President and General Manager of Automotive Solutions\nJanet Rivera Jones\, 5 Star Global Recruitment Partners President\nRick Walker\, Georgia Automotive Manufacturers Association President & CEO
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-3ps-of-supplier-success-for-the-automotive-industry/
LOCATION:906 Drayton Street\, 906 Drayton Street\, Savannah\, GA\, 31401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:International Business Webinar Series: "Multinationals’ Continued Strive for Local Relevance in an Era of Disruption"
DESCRIPTION:A new world order is in place. Globalization is taking a different turn and evolving further. Businesses operate in a deeply interconnected yet polarized world\, facing disruptions at multiple levels. Local relevance is one of the pillars for companies to maintain resilience and to thrive during times of turbulence. \nHow do multinationals win with local consumers\, customers and stakeholders? What are some of the critical enablers for success in the face of a VUCA environment and scarcity of resources? Where do you centralize and how much do you localize to create scale and maintain focus? What is the impact of talent\, organizational structure and culture to drive global scale and local relevance? \nToday’s radical change in context requires us to review and refresh past learnings on some of the questions which have been discussed for decades. Recycling our knowledge might be helpful as we design the next phase of global business where the dichotomy of local and global is becoming both blurred and further contrasted. \nKey take-aways:\n• Gain insights into how multinationals operate in local settings\n• Learn about different approaches in adapting global value propositions\n• Obtain learnings on talent\, structure and culture in leading and executing multinational operations
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/international-business-webinar-series-multinationals-continued-strive-for-local-relevance-in-an-era-of-disruption/
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SUMMARY:Hidden Opportunities: Cultivating Asian Business Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:A Lunar New Year Business Forum 2023: The Year of the Rabbit \nAsian countries celebrating Lunar New Year are among the fastest growing and diverse in the world.  Gain insight into the hidden opportunities—importing\, exporting\, direct investment—amid the region’s dynamics and key emerging trends. Join our hosts at the annual Lunar New Year Business Forum to hear from a seasoned panel sharing their experiences and expertise about these hidden opportunities. Attend in-person or virtually. \nIn-person tickets include parking\, and hors d’oeuvres and a drink during the reception from 5:30-6:30pm. \nVirtual tickets include only the program from 6:30-8:30pm. A link will be provided prior to the event. \n  \nPanelists: \n\nPatrick Winkler\, Senior Director\, Global Customer Success\, Honeywell\nGil Buitrago\, Manager of Global Consolidator\, Delta Air Lines\nDan Zhang\, Senior Vice President\, Morgan Stanley Atlanta\nJoseph Incalcaterra\, Head of LatAm FX Strategy\n\nModerator: \n\nJim Senn\, Professor Emeritus\, Georgia State University
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/hidden-opportunities-cultivating-asian-business-partnerships/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Panel Discussion: Data Privacy & Protection\, Cyber Security\, Identity Theft Protection
DESCRIPTION:Join BABC-GA and UK Department of International Trade in this panel discussion and get your questions answered on how to protect sensitive and private data. \nSecuring and protecting data and systems is one of the most important tasks at hand for organizations.  From protecting valuable personal data\, to identity theft\, to securing internal systems from ransomware attacks\, to preventing virus attacks\, and much more\, it is vital for organizations of all sizes to take proactive measures within applicable laws.  Learn from a group of industry leaders on best practices on securing your data and systems. \n  \nPANELISTS \n\nMr. Barry Hensley\, Senior VP Counter Threat Unit (CTU)\, SecureWorks.  Formerly\, a Colonel (US Army\, RET) Barry Hensley was the Director of the Army’s Global Network Operations and Security Center (AGNOSC).  The CTU is comprised of the nation’s top security experts who identify and analyze emerging cyber threats\, while developing rapid countermeasures in support of thousands of customers worldwide.   \n\nMr. Allen Look\, senior business and technology executive with over 30 years of global experience in mid-market and multi-billion-dollar companies.  Most recently served as CIO/VP of IT for Hayward Holdings\, world’s largest manufacturer of residential pool equipment. \n\nMr. Chris Moore is a Chris is a Technology Sector Specialist at the UK’s Department for International Trade (DIT)\, working in the Technology and Smart Cities Team. Chris covers the Software sector\, with interests in artificial intelligence\, data analytics\, cloud computing\, blockchain\, data centers\, and cyber security. \n \nMr. Jay Indrakumar\, Senior VP and Head of Technology at WellStreet Urgent Care. In a career spanning across two decades\, he has built strong and diverse global talent pools in various geos covering a wide range of technologies.  Jay’s vast experience includes deploying large and complex digital portfolios across financial services\, healthcare\, retail\, and hospitality business domains. \n  \nLimited seating\, please sign-up early and secure your spot.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/panel-discussion-data-privacy-protection-cyber-security-identity-theft-protection/
LOCATION:Offices of Arnall Golden Gregory LLP\, Atlanta
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:2023 German American Business Outlook
DESCRIPTION:The German American Chambers of Commerce have hosted the German American Business Outlook (GABO) annually since 2009. The GABO is one of the most important economic indicators of German American business relations. \nEach year\, they conduct a survey targeted to German subsidiaries in the US to assess current economic developments and trends in transatlantic business. The results of this survey will be presented and discussed at the in person event. This year\, GACC South will host the GABO for the first time. They will have a panel of several executives across different industries discuss their outlook for 2023. \nFollowing the panel discussion\, there will be a networking reception to celebrate our New Year’s Reception.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/2023-german-american-business-outlook/
LOCATION:Hybrid: Mercedes Benz USA\, 1 Mercedes-Benz Drive\, Sandy Springs\, GA\, 30328\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Economic Outlook 2023 and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Join the Netherlands-American Chamber of Commerce for a lunch and learn on Economic Outlook 2023 and Beyond featuring Christian Lawrence\, Senior Cross-Asset Strategist at Rabobank. \n\nChristian will offer economic insights to help translate economic trends into competitive intelligence so that your business is equipped to face the 2023 economy full on.\n\nTopics of discussion will also include high inflation\, supply chain delays\, labor shortages\, the recession outlook\, and the political environment post-election.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/lunch-and-learn-economic-outlook-2023-and-beyond/
LOCATION:JLL\, 3344 Peachtree Road\, NE\, Suite 1200\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30326\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Fourth Annual Global Trade and Investment Symposium in Macon
DESCRIPTION:Interested in understanding how the world comes to Georgia? Join Christopher N. Smith\, Attorney at Law and Global Atlanta for the Fourth Annual Statewide International Trade and Investment Symposium in Macon\, where we’ll unpack the intricate connections between the state and the global economy. \nThe evening event at Wesleyan College will feature leading voices from across the state representing the countries\, companies\, and industries underpinning job-creating investment and keeping Georgia undeniably connected beyond the U.S.’s borders. \nAgenda:\n\n 	6:00 – 6:15 PM: Arrival and Networking at Amphitheater\n 	6:15 – 6:20 PM: Welcome Remarks\n 	6:20 – 7:00 PM: Moderated panel discussion\n 	7:00 – 7:10 PM: Moderated Q&A session\n 	7:10 – 8:00 PM: Reception in Burden Parlor\n\nMeet our speakers: \nAmbassador Luís Cláudio Villafañe Gomes Santos\, Consul General of Brazil\nLuís Cláudio Villafañe Gomes Santos\, diplomat\, historian\, and biographer was born in Rio de Janeiro on September 18\, 1960. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Geography from the University of Brasilia and a bachelor’s degree in Diplomacy from Rio Branco Institute (Brazilian diplomatic academy). He also has graduate studies in Political Science at New York University and a master’s and a doctorate in History from the University of Brasilia. \nAs a diplomat\, he served at the Brazilian Financial Office in New York (1990-1994)\, and at several Brazilian Embassies including Mexico City (1994-1996)\, Washington (2000-2003)\, Montevideo (2003-2006)\, and Quito (2006-2010). He also served at the Brazilian Mission to the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (2010-2014)\, in Lisbon. He was the Ambassador of Brazil to Nicaragua from 2017 to 2022. Currently\, he is the Consul General of Brazil in Atlanta (USA). He is the author of several books about Brazil’s foreign relations history. He has published several articles in journals in Brazil\, the United States\, Europe\, and Latin America\, including one in the collection “História General de América Latina”\, published by UNESCO. He is married to Sabrina Duque and the father of four children.\nRegina Maddox\, Executive Director\, Next Generation Manufacturing\nRegina Maddox is the Executive Director for Next Generation Manufacturing (NGM) and has served in this role since the organization’s founding in 2011.  NGM connects manufacturers with the resources they need to share best practices\, innovations\, and networking.  The organization is based in Georgia and includes more than 2\,000 manufacturer participants from throughout the U.S. representing all sizes and manufacturing verticals.  Manufacturer engagement includes direction from the NGM Advisory Board\, and outreach to manufacturers via the Annual Signature Event\, Women’s Leadership Event\, C-level Roundtables\, Young Professionals Group\, and strategic meetings and plant tours. \nPrior to her current role\, Regina was the Program Director for the AeA Southeast Council.  AeA is a global technology nonprofit organization with over 3\,000 member companies that served as the voice of technology for policy both on the state and federal levels. \nRegina has a Communications degree from the University of Kentucky and her background includes experience in hotel sales and management with Marriott Corporation. \n\nMike Schiavone\, VP Operations and Finance\, General Manager\, Terma Inc.\nMike Schiavone has roughly 20 years of aerospace and defense experience. Mike is the Vice President of Finance & Operations and General Manager for Terma Inc. He oversees finance\, operations and engineering functions for the U.S. subsidiary with business oversight of the North American Surveillance & Mission Systems business. Mike also has P&L responsibility for Terma Inc.\n\nPrior to joining Terma\, Mike was the Deputy Chief Financial Officer of Saab Inc.\, the U.S. subsidiary of Saab Group where he assisted in the creation of Saab Inc. as a U.S. Special Security Agreement (SSA) aerospace and defense subsidiary with foreign ownership. He was key to executing various M&A and organic growth initiatives as well as new business captures.\n\nPrior to Saab\, Mike served in various program\, financial\, and business development roles at Sensis Corporation\, a U.S. aerospace and defense company\, before it was acquired by Saab. Mike graduated from the University at Buffalo with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and earned an MBA at Syracuse University. Mike lives in the city of Atlanta.\nRegie Zandonade\, Manager\, Forquimica\n \n\n \nHosted by: \n\n\nThe event will be held in the Taylor Hall Amphitheatre of Wesleyan College\, 4760 Forsyth Road. Parking is available in Lot A on the corner of Forsyth Road and Tucker Road. Taylor Hall is adjacent to the parking lot\, and event signs will direct you to the amphitheater entrance. There will be a reception in Burden Parlor. There will be limited seating. \nView the campus map here\n\nThe amphitheater is on the south side of Taylor Hall\, #5 on the map. Reception is in Burden Parlor\, which is in the Olive Swann Porter Building\, #10 on the map.\n ***This is a free event but registration is required \n\nSponsored by:\nChristopher N. Smith\, LLC Attorney at Law\n\n\n \n\n \n\n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/fourth-annual-global-trade-and-investment-symposium-in-macon-ga/
LOCATION:Taylor Hall Amphitheatre of Wesleyan College\, 4760 Forsyth Road\, Macon\, GA\, 31210\, United States
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SUMMARY:The New Landscape of the International Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Join the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) for “The New Landscape of the International Workforce.” \nAn international workforce can mean several things based on the organization\, but typically it refers to the number of international workers connected through a global system of network and production. These are either people who are willing to engage and work internationally (move or travel) or as it is becoming more common in recent years\, work from their home countries for an organization that is thousand of miles away (permanently virtual). \nSubtopics: \n\nAccessing Global Talent – Widening the search to find the ideal candidate\nCompensation Package – Different types of employment and compensation structures\nCultural Diversity – According to McKinsey’s report\, companies with ethnic diversity are 29% more profitable\nCorporate Culture – Social disconnect and lack of team engagement\nDifficulty in Collaboration – Difficulty in coordinating: different time zones; official holidays; vacation\nCommunication Differences – Pure virtual contact breaths huge changes of miscommunication\nManaging Law and Compliance – Managing tax law\, payroll system differs from country to country\n\nRelevant Points \n\nThe new American economy\nCross-cultural learning for Atlantans\nHow do we upscale our talent?\n\nAudience: \n\nStudents\n\nWhat types of companies are students looking at? WHY?\nWhat student profile ar4e companies looking for?\n\n\nAlumni Groups\nFaculty\n\nHow does this impact their curriculum?\n\n\nChambers\nConsulates\n2\,600 International Businesses in Georgia\n\nEvent pre-registration will close Wednesday\, February 15th at 11am. After this time\, we will offer on-site registration.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-new-landscape-of-the-international-workforce/
LOCATION:Atlanta Tech Village\, 3423 Piedmont Rd NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Gwinnett Chamber Chairman’s Club: Embark Program
DESCRIPTION:An exclusive travel program of the Gwinnett Chamber Chairman’s Club\, EMBARK provides the opportunity to take once-in-a-lifetime excursions with C-level executives. This year’s top-tier program will feature United Arab Emirates and India. \n  \nMembership in the Chairman’s Club of the Gwinnett Chamber is preferred for registrants. To learn more about joining as a member\, contact Avery Jarrard at ajarrard@gwinnettchamber.org. \n  \nTrip dates: \nDubai & Abu Dhabi\, UAE | February 16 – February 20\, 2022\nDelhi & Agra\, India | February 20 – February 22\, 2022 \n  \nItinerary Highlights: \nDubai & Abu Dhabi\, UAE \nMuseum of the Future \n\nLocated in the Financial District of Dubai\, the museum is an exhibition space for innovative and futuristic ideologies\, services\, and products.\n\nDesert Safari Experience \n\nDiscover the magic of the Dubai Desert by experiencing dune-bashing\, camel riding\, and a delicious BBQ dinner.\n\nBurj Khalifa \n\nTake a trip to the 124th floor of the tallest tower in the world and one of the top attractions in Dubai.\n\nDubai Miracle Garden \n\nEnjoy the world’s largest natural flower garden with a variety of exciting attractions.\n\nSheikh Zayed Grand Mosque  \n\nTour the largest mosque in the country\, the key place of worship for daily prayers. Admire the white marble courtyards and prayer rooms of this vast\, modern masterpiece.\n\nDubai Dinner Cruise  \n\nExperience breathtaking views of the Marina Promenade while dining on a wide array of continental and exotic dishes.\n\nAbu Dhabi City Tour \n\nExplore Abu Dhabi\, the largest city of the UAE\, with this guided tour.\n\nEmirati Dinner Experience \n\nAuthentic Emirati cuisine at the local Sabaa Café with a storytelling session by the Emiratis.\n\nDubai City Tour \n\nTour the Gold & Spice Markets and enjoy an Abra Ride\, one of the quaintest and low-key ways to get a feel for life in Dubai.\n\n  \nDelhi & Agra\, India \nTaj Mahal \n\nThe jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world’s heritage.\n\nLunch at Jaypee Palace Hotel \n\nStep inside the largest hotel in Agra and the hustle and bustle of Agra dissipates.\n\nAgra Fort \n\nLearn firsthand the history of this 16th-century fortress of red sandstone\, located on the Yamuna River.\n\nHigh Tea at Taj Khema \n\nTake in the beautiful gardens overlooking the Taj Mahal.\n\nLotus Temple \n\nIts beautiful flower-like architecture and marvelous ambiance make it a popular tourist attraction for people of all faiths.\n\nIndia Gate  \n\nThe iconic arch gate made using sandstone\, is a war memorial situated in the Rajpath area\, Delhi.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/gwinnett-chamber-chairmans-club-embark-program/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business,Travel
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SUMMARY:Gail Thompson Webster-Patterson Endowed Business Speaker Series Featuring Louise Blais
DESCRIPTION:Join Wesleyan College for the inaugural Gail Thompson Webster-Patterson Endowed Business Speaker Series Featuring Louise Blais on Thursday\, Feb. 16 at Wesleyan College Pierce Chapel. \nAbout the Speaker:  \nLouise Blais served as Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations from 2017 to 2021 and was responsible for the 2030 Agenda and the campaign for the Security Council. She also served on the UNICEF Executive Board with a $7 billion budget where she was elected Vice‑Chair in 2019. She was appointed co-facilitator by the President of the UN General Assembly for the resolution of the 31st Special Session on COVID‑19. \nShe began her career as an Art Theft Analyst at Interpol. She then served as Program Manager for the National Archives Development Program from 1992 to 1996 before joining the Department of Foreign Affairs in 1992. Among her personal commitments\, Blais is dedicated to the advancement of women in business and diplomacy. She launched the first North American summit (Canada\, United States\, Mexico) of women entrepreneurs. She is currently writing a book on women in leadership. \nAbroad\, she was first posted to the Washington Embassy\, then to Tokyo and Paris. During her 5-year mandate in France\, she and the team at the Embassy were responsible for preparing the Canadian participation at the G8 Summit in Deauville and the G20 in Cannes. \nIn Ottawa\, she held the positions of Director of Public Diplomacy and Executive Director of Human Resources Management with over 2\,000 rotational employees around the world. \nIn 2014\, she was appointed Consul General in Atlanta covering North Carolina\, South Carolina\, Tennessee\, Georgia\, Alabama and Mississippi – a region representing over $50 billion in commercial trade with Canada. She temporarily returned to that position in 2021 to help Canada face the protectionist surge in the United States. \nBlais has served on several boards including the Helen Hayes Awards in Washington\, the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington\, and the Tokyo International Film Festival as well as the Board of Trustees of the Atlanta Ballet. She is an alumna of the Trans-Atlantic and World Young Leaders Forum (2001\, 2002 and 2005) of the BWM Herbert Quandt Foundation\, where she remains a member of the Responsible Leaders Network\, a global network of leaders. \nShe holds the Robson Lecturer Emeritus designation at Emory University. She is also a guest lecturer at the École d’hiver en Relation internationale at Université Laval. \nShe is the recipient of numerous awards\, including the Distinguished Leadership Award from the Business Council of Alabama. \nBlais received a B.A. from McGill University. She is married and has two adult sons.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/gail-thompson-webster-patterson-endowed-business-speaker-series-featuring-louise-blais/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230217T170000
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SUMMARY:St. Patrick’s Breakfast 2022
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Irish Chamber of Atlanta for their Annual St. Patrick’s Breakfast! Celebrate with a delicious traditional Irish Breakfast at at the Capital City Club and enjoy speakers from the Irish and Atlanta diplomatic and business community. The Government of Ireland will be sending a senior Minister of the Government this year as well.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/st-patricks-breakfast-2022/
LOCATION:Capital City Club\, 7 John Portman Boulevard Northwest\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Diplomacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T090000
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SUMMARY:Forsyth County Chamber's International Engagement: Siemens Mobility Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday\, February 28th\, 7:45am to 9am for their next International Engagement Meeting at Siemens Corporation. Registration is required \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/forsyth-county-chambers-international-engagement-siemens-mobility-tour/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230228T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Next Step in Your Warehouse Automation Journey
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take the next step in your warehouse automation journey? Exotec is expanding its product portfolio with a new conveyor system\, picking solution\, and proprietary warehouse software to help you meet your dynamic business needs now and into the unpredictable future. \nJoin for this webinar to see how these solutions can bring your warehouse a step closer toward working smarter\, not harder\, through robotics.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/webinar-the-next-step-in-your-warehouse-automation-journey/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Growing Globally in a Fragmented World: Networking Breakfast and Panel
DESCRIPTION:In an age of shrinking supply chains and doubts about the future of globalization\, companies are rightfully taking a cautious approach to expanding internationally. \nBut even a more fragmented world presents opportunities for discerning firms equipped with the right relationships\, tools and strategies to navigate market-entry challenges. Now more than ever\, right-sizing your global presence and mitigating risk are key to successful international expansion. \nJoin Vistra\, a leader in the corporate compliance services world with operations in 45+ countries\, and Global Atlanta for a breakfast seminar outlining the services that can help you quickly get boots on the ground just about anywhere in the world. In addition to experts\, you’ll hear from companies that have successfully overcome pitfalls on the road to global growth \nWho should come:  \n\nExecutives eyeing their next phase of growth outside the U.S.\nCorporate and outside counsel looking for help managing international consolidations\nEntrepreneurs interested in the basics of hiring and operating in target markets\n\nSpeakers:  \n\nGonzalo Garcia\, Senior Director Global Corporate clients\, Vistra.\nAnastasia Williams\, Senior Director PE and Structures\, Vistra.\nBen Jones\, Former Entrepreneur\, Passionate Leader and Business Coach\, HR\, Risk\, and Benefit Consultation\, Trinet.\nAdwait Joshi\, CEO\, DataSeers\nCuneyt Evirgen\, Faculty Director\, Georgia State University Center for International Business Education and Research\nModerator: Trevor Williams\, Global Atlanta\n\nThe sponsor: \nAs your company hires & expands internationally\, Vistra provides managed solutions to handle the complexities and resource-intensive operational tasks required to support an overseas operation. \nVistra supports in the following areas: \n\nGo-to-market support (entity formation\, registrations etc.)\nFinance and accounting services (including tax support\, VAT\, advisory\, etc.)\nGlobal HR and Payroll services\nLegal and Corporate compliance services (preparation and submission of annual filings\, domicile\, legal representation\, etc.)\nAdvisory services on best practices to remain compliant and avoid any international risks\, penalties and more!
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/growing-globally-in-a-fragmented-world-networking-breakfast-and-panel-2/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business,Networking
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SUMMARY:Rafael Nunez Airport Expansion: Business Opportunities in Colombia
DESCRIPTION:Join the U.S. Commercial Service Colombia to learn about the Rafael Nunez airport in Cartagena renovations and expansion. This will include the construction of the international terminal\, five boarding gates among other works. For this reason\, the current operator of the Airport ( SACSA) is interested in identifying U.S. providers interested in the project. \nCartagena\, a major tourist destination in Colombia\, urgently needs to expand its current airport (Rafael Nuñez) to meet rapidly growing national and international demand. \nThe Rafael Núñez airport currently services 6 million passengers per year\, representing a 128% increase compared to 2019. Due to the constant national and international tourist demand\, it is expected that the airport’s passenger rate will keep growing. \nColombia’s Treasury Ministry recently approved the expansion which includes the expansion of the international terminal up to 17\,360 meters and the expansion of the principal platform up to 99\,770 meters. \nThe webinar is open to all U.S. companies interested in: \n\n\nSelling airport equipment \n\n\nProviding architectural/ engineering consultancy services \n\n\nLearning about Cartagena’s Airport expansion \n\n\nIndustry sectors includes U.S. construction\, aviation\, safety and security\, and others.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/rafael-nunez-airport-expansion-business-opportunities-in-colombia/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Panel Discussion: Workplace of the Future | ATL Francophonie Festival 2023
DESCRIPTION:The French-American Chamber of Commerce – Atlanta\, in partnership with the Swiss-American Chamber of Commerce – Southeast\, the Belgian-American Chamber of the South\, the Quebec Government Office in Atlanta and the Metro Atlanta Chamber\, invite you to attend this panel discussion on the workplace of the future. \nThe pandemic has caused a major shift in where\, when\, and how we work\, with significant ramifications for employees\, companies\, and infrastructure. Our panel of experts (see list below) will lead a discussion to understand how the workplace is evolving\, how to define its new purpose and how to best prepare for these changes. \nSpeakers: \n\nPhilippe Chatillon\, Head of Pricing at Randstad USA\nJâlie Cohen\, Group SVP & Head of Global Talent at The Adecco Group\nDonna Drake\, Head of Core Laboratories US at Solvay Specialty Polymers\nFrederic Miskawi\, Vice President of Consulting Services\, Atlanta Metro Lead at CGI US South\nGregg Simon\, Senior VP of Project and Partner Development at Metro Atlanta Chamber\nModerated by Trevor Williams\, Managing Editor at Global Atlanta\n\nThe discussion will be in English and refreshments will be served.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/panel-discussion-workplace-of-the-future-atl-francophonie-festival-2023/
LOCATION:Metro Atlanta Chamber\, 191 Peachtree Street Northeast\, ##3400\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Georgia Logistics Summit: Fueling Growth Through Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Created in 2009 as an event to bring together all aspects of the logistics industry for lunch\, the Georgia Logistics Summit has grown to become one of the Southeast’s most important logistics and supply chain focused events. Each year\, the Summit has brought together speakers from prominent shippers in the industry\, leaders in the state’s infrastructure and economic development community\, as well as keynote speakers from some of the world’s most prominent supply chain-focused companies. Join in 2023 for the Georgia Logistics Summit in Savannah! \n\nSpeakers include: \n\nPaul Bingham\, Economist\, S&P Global Market Intelligence\n\nChris Gaffney\, Former VP Global Strategic Supply Chain at The Coca-Cola Company \n\n\nRick McDonald\, Senior VP\, Chief Supply Chain Officer\, The Clorox Company \n\nJannine Miller\, Director of Planning\, Georgia Department of Transportation\n\nGriff Lynch – Executive Director\, Georgia Ports Authority \n\nMichael Toma\, Professor of economics at Georgia Southern University in Savannah\n\n\nAgenda: \n9:00 AM \nRegistration: Check-in & Networking \n10:00-11:00 AM \nWelcome & Opening Remarks \nGovernor’s Remarks \nGDOT Update: Statewide & Coastal Empire \n11:00-11:45 AM \nEconomic Outlook: Global & Local Supply Chain Impact \n11:45-12:00 PM \nTalent Initiative Spotlight \n12:00-12:45 PM \nNetworking Lunch \n12:45-1:45 PM \nGeorgia’s Port Operations: Insights for Efficient Cargo Flow Inside & Outside the Gates \n1:45-2:30 PM \nTech Talk: Insights for Tackling Digital Transformation \n2:30-3:00 PM \nInnovation in Logistics Spotlight
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/georgia-logistics-summit-fueling-growth-through-innovation/
LOCATION:Savannah Convention Center\, 1 International Dr\, Savannah\, GA\, 31421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day Summit
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate International Women’s Day in Atlanta with a powerful cohort of leaders\, entrepreneurs and influencers coming together to support a gender-balanced world. \nOn March 8th 2023\, the Women’s Chamber of Commerce will host a daylong program of solutions-focused workshops at the Atlanta International School.  If you are unable to commit to the full day\, you can still join for lunch from 11:30am-1:00pm. \nFeaturing dynamic speakers\, B2B and networking opportunities and a keynote luncheon\, the inaugural event is aimed at supporting the advancement of gender equality and the power of women.  Need tips on building smart\, innovating for change and striving for balance? \n*All products and services required to produce this event are being sourced from woman-owned and female-led organizations.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/international-womens-day-summit-2/
LOCATION:Atlanta International School\, 2890 N. Fulton Drive NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Networking
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SUMMARY:US-Japan Now Luncheon: Economic Impacts of Sustainability Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:Join the Japan-America Society of Georgia for a business luncheon covering Economic Impacts of Sustainability Initiatives followed by an optional behind the scenes tour of the Federal Reserve Bank of America.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/us-japan-now-luncheon-economic-impacts-of-sustainability-initiatives/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta\, 1000 Peachtree St NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Doing Business in Mexico: Your Best Move
DESCRIPTION:Join the Consulate General of Mexico and the Metro-Atlanta Chamber of Commerce\, with support from World Trade Center Atlanta (WTC Atlanta) and Atlanta Council on International Relations (ACIR)\, for “Doing Business in Mexico: Your Best Move\,” a seminar that will include success stories\, shoring (financial and legal aspects) and abundant information on the Mexican economy and its close relation with Georgia and the United States. This will be followed by an hour-long cocktail networking opportunity. \nSpeakers include:  \n\nMary Waters\, Deputy Commissioner for International Trade\, Georgia Department of Economic Development\nJim Reed\, President of YKK Corporation of America\nHumberto Esqueda Ramos\, Director Asian Markets\, Intercam Grupo Financiero \n\nErnesto Velarde\, Lawyer\, Ernesto Velarde-Danache\, Inc.\n\nA representative from the Mexican embassy will also provide in-depth information on the opportunities in the country. \nKindly confirm or decline your attendance to conatlanta@sre.gob.mx by noon Thursday\, February 23\, including your name\, position\, preferred contact phone number and email address. Due to the venue’s capacity\, seats will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis. \nParking and arrival details will be shared upon RSVP. \nPROGRAM: \nSeminar Program \n  \nProgram Agenda: \n5:00 pm Welcoming remarks \n– Amb. Javier Díaz de León Consul General of Mexico \n5:02 pm Remarks by Amb. Esteban Moctezuma (recorded) \n– Ambassador of Mexico to the United States of America \n5:08 pm Remarks by Mr. John Woodward\n– Vice President\, Global Commerce\nMetro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce \n5:11 pm Remarks by Mr. Max Sutherland \n– President World Trade Center Atlanta \n5:14 pm Success stories – Jim Reed\nPresident\nYKK Corporation of America \n5:29 pm- Mary Waters\nDeputy Commissioner for International Trade\nGeorgia Department of Economic Development \n5:45 pm- Financial Services\n– Humberto Esqueda\nDirector of Asian Market\nIntercam \n6:00 pm- Legal Framework\n– Ernesto Velarde\nPresident\nErnesto Velarde-Danache Mexican & Intl. Law Firm \n6:16 pm Mexico: an opportunity\n– Francisco Tovar Vilchis\nEconomic Attaché\nEmbassy of Mexico to the United States of America \n6:31 pm Chihuahua: Your gateway to North America \nEmanuel Sauceda\nFDI Executive\nChihuahua Global \n6:36 pm Closing remarks by Amb. Javier Díaz de León\n6:38 pm Cocktail networking opportunity\n7:30 pm End of the event
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/doing-business-in-mexico-your-best-move/
LOCATION:Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce\, 235 Andrew Young International Blvd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Networking
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SUMMARY:Live Training: Doing Business with Germany
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to accelerate your business success in German-speaking Europe? Are you interested in protecting your transatlantic investment in talent and assets? This live training will walk you through the triggers and tripwires of German business culture and showcase strategies\, best practices\, and tools for organizations who want to minimize and even close the German Culture Gap. \nDuring this 1-day cultural training program you will: \n\nLearn to identify the main cultural values of Germany (as well as those of other countries in German-speaking Europe) and understand how these values impact communication\, relationships\, teamwork and leadership\nDevelop an understanding of the cultural dynamics of business practices and behavior patterns\nDiscover tools and strategies which will boost your transatlantic business\nDevelop strategies for effective and efficient global leadership approaches\nClear up expectations about living & working in a different country and culture\nDevelop strategies and action steps for efficient transatlantic communication \nDiscuss personal interests and questions about the challenges of working across cultures \n\n\nThis 1-day group training program will be delivered in-person at our Center of Training in Atlanta\, GA (USA) on Friday\, March 10th\, 2023 (from 9:00am – 5:00pm Eastern U.S. Time). Group size will not exceed 20 participants to ensure smooth facilitation and interaction among participants.\n\n\nAbout the speaker: \n\n\nThe training will be led and facilitated by Christian Höferle. Christian is a cross-cultural business consultant\, trainer\, and coach with extensive experience in working with multinational companies. German by birth\, American by choice\, and Bavarian at heart\, Christian is a fan of building bridges and not enthusiastic about walls. With his team at The Culture Mastery\, he helps people close the gap between cultures so they can work together more efficiently.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/live-training-doing-business-with-germany/
LOCATION:The Culture Mastery\, 1438 Allegheny St SW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Training
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SUMMARY:The Power and Potential of Social Impact Investing in Black Communities: A Virtual Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join Tim Smith (Senior Policy Advisor at Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility) as he moderates a timely roundtable discussion with leading experts to discuss opportunities to promote racial justice through social impact investments. Dr. Grant Warner (Bank of America Endowed Professor of Entrepreneurship and Director at Center for Black Entrepreneurship) will join the conversation and discuss opportunities to bolster the next generation of Black entrepreneurs. Also joining the conversation are Pearl Wicks (Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at Hope Credit Union)\, Justin Conway (Vice President\, Investment Partnerships at Calvert Impact) and Ann McMikel (Executive Director\, Shared Interest) to discuss the landscape of social impact investments and community development finance institutions that are driving economic development in Black communities in the US and Southern Africa. \n  \nDuring this event the panel will discuss the opportunities for social impact investments in black communities the US and Southern Africa. As part of this discussion\, a new Nasdaq Foundation grant that Shared Interest recently received to empower HBCU students with information on social impact/ESG investing in disenfranchised communities will be shared. Students at Spelman\, Morehouse and Clark Atlanta will be the cornerstone of this exciting pilot project.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-power-and-potential-of-social-impact-investing-in-black-communities-a-virtual-conversation/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - The impact of cultural differences in international business
DESCRIPTION:Join the Netherlands American Chamber of Commerce for an interesting Lunch & Learn where Peter van der Lende will walk us through the dimensions of cultural differences to help you bridge the cultural gap.\n\nWorking with people of different nationalities is very common nowadays. In addition to overseas offices\, companies are expected to embrace employees to work remotely in an international environment. No matter the size of companies\, their providers\nas well as their clients tend to come from beyond their\ngeographical borders. Cultural differences are an\nundeniable part of international business.\n\nEach country\, each nationality\, has a culture of its own. However\, these differences are not always recognized as a driver of lacking results or friction within teams.\n\nAbout the Speaker: \nPeter van der Lende is Dutch and lived and worked in nine countries in Europe\, Latin America\, and North America. He currently resides in Atlanta. Peter started in the airline industry and worked as an independent since 2013 and with Culture Matters since 2019. In 2017 Peter started Expand360 with a partner. Expand360 aims at assisting companies expanding internationally by providing business development services. Peter has a master’s degree in Business Economics and is fluent in English\, Spanish\, and Dutch.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/lunch-learn-the-impact-of-cultural-differences-in-international-business/
LOCATION:NACCSE @ JLL\, 3344 Peachtree Road NE\, suite 1100\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30326\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Networking
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SUMMARY:Selling to Canada: Insights & Resources for Women-Owned Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Women’s History Month with the SBA’s Office of International Trade in partnership with the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration’s Office of Western Hemisphere and the Foreign Commercial Service in Canada! Join a discussion on March 23 at 1pm EST for woman-owned U.S. small business looking to grow exports to Canada. \nWhether you are preparing your market entry strategy or looking to expand\, register to hear insights on opportunities in the Canadian market\, considerations for U.S. women-owned businesses on doing business in Canada\, and information on programs and services available from both SBA and Commerce to support you. \nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nTracey Ford | Senior Commercial Specialist\, U.S. Embassy in Ottawa | U.S. & Foreign Commercial Service\, U.S. Department of Commerce \nTracey Ford is a Senior Commercial Specialist with the U.S. Department of Commerce at the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa. She began her career at Newbridge Networks Corporation doing statistical analysis on the performance of their Information Technology Department. After several years at Newbridge\, she transferred into their global help desk\, helping 5600 clients on Mac and PC platforms with their computer related problems\, and then to the Remedy Support Team supporting UNIX based developers. When the opportunity arose\, Tracey made the move to Nortel Networks Corporation to purchase strategic software. \nTracey joined CS Canada in March 2007 as a Commercial Specialist after 5 years serving the Department of State as a procurement agent. As a Commercial Specialist\, Tracey counsels U.S. businesses that wish to begin exporting or increase their exports to Canada as well as Canadian businesses that are looking for U.S partners. Tracey covers the IT sector on a national basis\, Atlantic Canada and is the lead on Canada’s Commercial Diplomacy team. Tracey is a graduate of Carleton University in Ottawa\, BA Economics. \nShweta Nagpal | Commercial Specialist\, U.S. Consulate General Toronto | U.S. & Foreign Commercial Service\, U.S. Department of Commerce \nShweta Nagpal is a Commercial Specialist working out of U.S. Commercial Service Toronto offices in Canada. Her role includes developing strategies and implementing trade promotion programs to help U.S. businesses in the critical minerals & mining\, infrastructure\, ITC\, and advanced manufacturing sectors. She also works on the bilateral programs under the U.S.-Canada Action Plan for Critical Minerals Cooperation. Prior to this\, she worked with the UK Department for International Trade in Canada and India. In India\, Shweta also worked extensively with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) focusing on policy\, advocacy\, and diplomatic relations. Shweta holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance. A nature lover\, she enjoys hiking and camping. \nClaire Ehmann | Deputy Associate Administrator | Office of International Trade | SBA \nClaire Ehmann is the Deputy Associate Administrator for the Office of International Trade where she is responsible for helping U.S. small businesses grow by reaching new customers in the global marketplace.  Working with U.S. Export Assistance Centers\, SBA district offices\, and public and private-sector partners\, the Office of International Trade directs Export Loan Programs\, the State Trade Expansion Program\, and other trade assistance to encourage and assist U.S. small business exports. \nClaire Ehmann is a member of the Senior Executive Service with over 20 years of experience working on international issues.  Before joining SBA\, she served as the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID’s) Deputy Director for Management Services\, where she oversaw the Agency’s operational readiness\, workforce safety during the COVID-19 pandemic\, and a wide range of management services including the Agency’s real estate portfolio and planning efforts for the post-pandemic Future of Work.  From 2015-16\, she was selected as a White House Leadership Development Fellow and spent a year at the Office of Management and Budget\, working on federal IT\, open data\, and data-driven decision making for the Federal Chief Information Officer.  She has extensive experience working on international development policy and programs\, research and evaluation\, and developing public-private partnerships. \nMs. Ehmann has a Master’s Degree in International Public Affairs from the School for Public and International Affairs at Princeton University\, was a Fulbright Scholar in Burkina Faso\, and has a BA from the College of William & Mary.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/selling-to-canada-insights-resources-for-women-owned-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Legal Seminar on New Biden Administration Laws
DESCRIPTION:Join the Japan America Society of Georgia for a Legal Seminar on New Biden Administration Laws. With the ever-changing business environment in the U.S.\, the discussion will focus on issues Japanese companies are facing. Points will include the latest information such as the Antitrust Law\, export regulation\, the foreign investment regulation (CFIUS) under the Biden administration for Japanese companies in the US.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/legal-seminar-on-new-biden-administration-laws/
LOCATION:Barnes & Thornburg\, 3475 Piedmont Road NE\, 12th Floor\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Law
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GEO:33.8499523;-84.3750842
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SUMMARY:Secure Act 2.0 Seminar - Rethinking Retirement Tax Planning for 2023 and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Join the Japan America Society of Georgia for Secure Act 2.0 Seminar – Rethinking Retirement Tax Planning for 2023 and Beyond. \nSECURE ACT 2.0 was signed into law in December 2022 changing the Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) age to 73 (in 2023)\, then to 75 (in 2033) which affects people born 1951 and after. There are many small changes in this law and therefore\, you need to plan at least 10 years before your retirement. By attending this workshop\, you will learn how the new law affects your retirement picture and what you can do now to take advantage of tax planning for the future.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/secure-act-2-0-seminar-rethinking-retirement-tax-planning-for-2023-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business
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