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SUMMARY:Co-Existence in a Fragmented World-Economic and Geo-Strategic Stakes Seminar
DESCRIPTION:An event and talk about practical aspects of business and international strategy in the coming years/decades among three large\, most populated and powerful countries of the World – USA\, China and India. Co-Existence in the Fragmented World seminar will have experienced and thought speakers present their views in wake of current geo-political and business scenarios being played out among these three countries how should we carefully navigate for the sake of continuity in business and peace in the world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/co-existence-in-a-fragmented-world-economic-and-geo-strategic-stakes-seminar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,China,India
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SUMMARY:Fourth Annual Women's Global Leadership Conference: Visibility\, Social Mobility\, Success
DESCRIPTION:The pandemic both ignited economic\, political and social challenges and highlighted inequities that have long blocked the way to social mobility for millions in the U.S. and across the world. We hear about the lack of access to well-paying jobs\, affordable housing\, good schools\, and healthcare every day but rarely meet these systemic issues with meaningful solutions. \n\n\n\nAgnes Scott College will help close the gap. Join for “Visibility\, Social Mobility\, Success” and convene with leading business and educational minds to discuss the following topics: \n\n\n\n\nRecognizing and rectifying the histories of erasure\, disenfranchisement and invisibility of BIPOC and migrant workers around the world.\n\n\n\nCollaborating with philanthropic\, public\, and private organizations dedicated to enhancing social mobility and working towards a more just world through politics\, education\, and environment.\n\n\n\nBuilding resilient communities that enable all members to create successful lives based on inclusive and vibrant work environments\, access to excellent education and equitable healthcare.\n\n\n\n\nAgnes Scott College has long been recognized as a driver of social mobility. They are proud to continue this legacy by hosting the fourth annual Women’s Global Leadership Conference. Mark your calendars for Wednesday\, October 18\, 2023 and explore the  WGLC website for details on registration\, Agnes Scott’s Inclusive Leadership Certificate program\, and other opportunities to partner with Agnes Scott. \n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\n\n\n\nBusiness leaders\, government officials\, and policy makers interested in supporting social mobility and economic success.\n\n\n\nCommunity leaders and nonprofit organizations working to correct historical inequities and to create opportunities for underrepresented groups.\n\n\n\nResearchers and academics studying solutions to economic and social inequalities.\n\n\n\nEmployers reimagining the talent pipeline of diverse change-makers across industries.\n\n\n\nStudents and recent graduates interested in learning about strategies for success and navigating the job market.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/fourth-annual-womens-global-leadership-conference-visibility-social-mobility-success/
LOCATION:Agnes Scott College Presser Hall\, 141 E. College Ave\, Decatur\, Georgia\, 30030\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Next Generation Manufacturing Signature Event
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a manufacturing leader interested in learning from your peers in the industry\, sharing best practices\, innovations and valuable information – and great networking – Join Next Gen Manufacturing for the 12th Annual Next Generation Manufacturing Signature Event on October 19th at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta\, GA!  \n\n\n\nEvent Keynote Speaker: Jillian Evanko\, CEO\, Chart Industries \n\n\n\nPanel Discussions & Speakers Include: \n\n\n\n“Integrating AI & Robotics for the Next Generation of Manufacturing” \n\n\n\n\nTed Arnold\, Director\, Kia Georgia\n\n\n\nCassia Baker\, Project Manager\, GA MEP\n\n\n\nAnees Haidri\, Vice President Information Technology\, HD Supply\n\n\n\nHolly Hulse\, President & CEO\, OFS Fitel\n\n\n\nCarrie Shapiro\, Vice President Sourcing Execution\, Georgia Pacific\n\n\n\nModerated by Ted Felouzis\, Director North America\, IDOM\n\n\n\n\n““Driving Success Through Engaging a Greater Ecosystem” \n\n\n\n\nAvi Robbins\, President\, AG Industries & The Porex Life Sciences Institute\n\n\n\nStephanie Stuckey\, CEO\, Stuckey’s Corporation\n\n\n\nMonika Vintrlikova\, Owner/CEO\, ALBAform & Honorary Consul Czech Republic\n\n\n\nModerated by Lisa Pittman\, Managing Director\, Cushman & Wakefield\n\n\n\n\n“How to Tell Your ESG Story” \n\n\n\n\nBill Strang\, President of Corporate Strategy\, Ecommerce and After Sales Consumer Experience\, TOTO USA\n\n\n\nMonica Sunny\, Founder & CEO\, The Chai Box\n\n\n\nChristy Wright\, Senior Vice President Corporate Finance\, Southwire\n\n\n\nModerated by: Jason Rockman\, President\, Definition 6\n\n\n\n\n17th Annual Voice of the American Worker Survey – Includes responses from 30\,000 manufacturing workers in the U.S.!: Alex Vasquez\, Vice President ResourceMFG\, A Divison of Employbridge \n\n\n\nGlobal Economic Outlook – Industry Implications: Eylem Senyuz\, Senior Vice President\, Senior Global Macro Strategist\, Truist Services \n\n\n\n2023 U.S. National Manufacturing Survey – Review of key insights and what they mean for your organization\, including shocking data regarding digitization\, cybersecurity\, workforce management\, operations and supply chains. : Michael Lange\, Partner\, Aprio LLP \n\n\n\nSetting the Agenda for Manufacturing – Lloyd Avram\, President & CEO\, Georgia Association of Manufacturers \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/12th-annual-next-generation-manufacturing-signature-event/
LOCATION:Georgia Aquarium\, 225 Baker St \, Atlanta\, GA\, 30313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Manufacturing
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SUMMARY:Top Meet | Platform Business Model: Strategies & Viabilities
DESCRIPTION:In a context of increasingly rapid and uncertain digital transformation\, companies have been seeking ways to optimize their operations\, boost efficiency\, reduce costs\, and above all create the strategic and technological conditions to provide agility and competitiveness. \n\n\n\nAdopting a platform strategy to structure core activities is one of the answers to this complex issue. Like every transformation movement\, it is full of surprises and uncertainties. \n\n\n\nMJV invites you to participate in our next debate on the 3 main axes of platform strategies: design\, business and technology. \n\n\n\nTopics include:– The shift in the use of platforms in business– Strategic planning of solution concepts– The new challenges of platform-based business models and digital transformation \n\n\n\nJoin this webinar to explore the Platform Business Model from a decision-making perspective. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/top-meet-platform-business-model-strategies-viabilities/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Technology
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SUMMARY:University of Georgia International Trade Center ExportGA Training Program Series 3 of 4
DESCRIPTION:The University of Georgia introduces its flagship program called ExportGA 2023. This four-session program started on August 17\, is designed to provide training in virtually all aspects of exporting. It is designed for companies currently exporting or those established companies who are looking to export for the first time. For those current exporters\, it is a great opportunity to train personnel and sure up the fundamentals of exporting. For those new-to-export companies\, it is a great launching pad for foreign sales. The topics covered are detailed below. \n\n\n\nEach session is taught by private sector professionals or trade service providers. Each selected company will be paired with a UGA Terry College of Business intern to provide research between sessions. Additionally\, each company will be working with a trade consultant from the Georgia Department of Economic Development\, Department of Commerce and the UGA SDBC International Trade Center. Together the company will have a proactive export plan at the end of the program. \n\n\n\nTo learn more about the program and to apply\, visit www.exportGA.com. \n\n\n\nSESSION 3:October 20\, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.International market entry strategiesLogistics: Understanding INCOTERMS and their impactRisk mitigation in the supply chainOptimizing international trade shows \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/university-of-georgia-international-trade-center-exportga-training-program-series-3-of-4-2/
LOCATION:The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center\, 382 East Broad Street\, Athens\, Georgia\, 30602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:How to Invest in Brazil
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for “How to Invest in Brazil.”  \n\n\n\nDue to its large and diverse economy\, Brazil offers various business opportunities across multiple sectors.Hot markets such as Agriculture\, Renewable Energy\, Technology\, and Innovation bring many opportunities. \n\n\n\nJoin Connect Solutions\, with support of the Brazilian Consulate\, APEX Brazil\, the Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce\, and the World Trade Center Atlanta and learn what Brazil can add to your portfolio of investments and strategic expansions. \n\n\n\nOpening remarks by:  \n\n\n\n\nLuis Claudio Santos\, Brazilian Ambassador- Atlanta\n\n\n\nCelso Pinho\, BACC-CE\n\n\n\nMax Sutherland\, President WTC Atlanta\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Speakers:  \n\n\n\n\nRodrigo Barfield\, Long Light Energy\n\n\n\nRon Slotin\, Brazil USA Capital\n\n\n\nGary Carrier\, Plataforma Impact\n\n\n\nRon Durchfort\, Alon Global\n\n\n\nMaikon Luiz\, Drummond Advisors\n\n\n\n\nHosted by:  \n\n\n\n\nDanila Palmieri\, Connect Solutions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/how-to-invest-in-brazil/
LOCATION:Consulate General Of Brazil\, 3rd Floor\, 3500 Lenox Rd NE Ste 800A\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30326\, United States
CATEGORIES:Brazil,Business,Investment
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SUMMARY:The State of Global Trade & Strategies for Multinational Companies
DESCRIPTION:Join Aprio’s International team on November 1 at 12:00 – 1:00 EDT for a webinar exploring the state of global trade today\, including recent trade issues that affect transfer pricing and duty spending. Presenters will review best practices for transfer pricing and customs evaluation\, as well as strategies multinational companies can use to save tax dollars and boost their bottom line. \n\n\n\nParticipants will: \n\n\n\n\nReview the fundamental principles behind transfer pricing and customs valuation.\n\n\n\nIdentify transfer pricing and customs valuation overlaps.\n\n\n\nDefine best practices for maximizing benefits and mitigating risks for both IRS and customs perspectives.\n\n\n\n\nParticipant will earn 1.0 CPE credit.Field of Study: Economics – Technical \n\n\n\nAdditional CPE Information: \n\n\n\n• Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites for this event. \n\n\n\n• Program Level: Overview \n\n\n\n• Who Should Attend: CEOs\, CFOs\, COOs\, Finance and Accounting Professionals\, Tax Professionals\, Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals\, CPA Firms Advising International Clients\, and Law Firms Advising International Clients \n\n\n\n• Delivery Method: Group\, Internet-based \n\n\n\n• Advanced Preparation: There is no advanced preparation for this event. \n\n\n\n• Course Registration and Attendee Requirements: Free. \n\n\n\nIn order to be awarded the full credits\, you must respond to three out of four polling questions asked during the program. For more information regarding refunds\, complaints and/or program cancellation policies\, please contact Zina Laganin at zina.laganin@aprio.com. \n\n\n\nAprio\, LLP is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpecial Guests Include\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCarl Budenski is a Transfer Pricing Senior Manager with Aprio’s International Tax team. He advises multinational and domestic businesses on intercompany transactions of tangible goods\, intangible property\, services\, and loans. Passionate about helping businesses grow\, Carl has helped many clients\, including a recent client save $1 million in US tax annually through the use of transfer pricing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJay Cho is a Tax Director with Aprio’s International Tax team. He helps multinational companies better navigate US import and export complexities. Jay also specializes in providing compliance risk management and strategies to help clients save on duty fees. With a decade of experience on both the consulting and legal sides of international trade\, Jay is also well-positioned to offer guidance on many different customs enforcement matters\, including customs inquiries\, verification requests\, audits\, investigations and penalty cases. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-state-of-global-trade-strategies-for-multinational-companies-2/
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CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Consular Conversations Luncheon: Korea
DESCRIPTION:Join Global Atlanta on Wednesday\, November 1 for another interview in the Consular Conversations series presented by Miller & Martin PLLC\, featuring Sangpyo Suh\, Consul General of Korea in Atlanta.  \n\n\n\nThe discussion will include a one-on-one interview with the Global Atlanta Managing Editor\, Trevor Williams\, followed by a moderated audience Q&A. \n\n\n\nA follow-up of the event will be published in an article following the discussion. Consular Conversations Annual Pass holders will have exclusive access to a post-event recording of the discussion. \n\n\n\nDiscussion topics include:  \n\n\n\n\nCG Suh’s time as ambassador to Pakistan \n\n\n\nKorea’s automotive investment wave in the Southeast\n\n\n\nUS/Korea trade and investment ties in light of the IRA/CHIPS act\n\n\n\nBridging cultural gaps between U.S. and Korean firms\n\n\n\nTrilateral cooperation between Korea\, US and Japan and the recent Camp David summit\n\n\n\nNavigating Korea’s strong economic links to China \n\n\n\nGeorgia’s nearly 40 years of Korea outreach and the state’s honor from the Korea Society\n\n\n\nSoft power (Kpop\, etc) and boosting Korean language instruction in Georgia\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPresented by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMeet Our Speaker:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSangpyo SuhConsul General of the Republic of Korea to the Southeast United States \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCareer Postings\n\nApr. 1993 – Passed High Diplomatic Service Examination\n\n\n\nMay 1993 – Joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)\n\n\n\nJul. 2002 – First Secretary\, Korean Permanent Delegation to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in Paris\, France\n\n\n\nJun. 2005 – Counsellor\, Korean Embassy in the Republic of Gabon\n\n\n\nJan. 2009 – Director\, Economic Organization Division\, International Economic Affairs Bureau\, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MOFAT)\n\n\n\nFeb. 2011 – Assistant Secretary\, Office of the President\n\n\n\nJan. 2012 – Secondment to Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI)\, Seoul\, Korea\n\n\n\nAug. 2012 – Director\, Energy\, Climate Change and Environment Division\, International Economic Affairs Bureau\, MOFAT\n\n\n\nDec. 2013 – Minister-Counsellor\, Korean Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York\, U.S.A.\n\n\n\nJan. 2016 – Director\, Multilateral Economic Organizations Division\, International Economic Affairs Bureau\, Mistry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA)\n\n\n\nAug. 2018 – Dean of Education and Training\, Korea National Diplomatic Academy (KNDA)\, MOFA\n\n\n\nDec. 2020 – Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan\n\n\n\nJul. 2023 – Consul-General\, Korean Consulate General in Atlanta\, U.S.A.\n\n\n\n\n\nAwards\n\nDec. 2000 – Prime Minister’s Citation\n\n\n\nJun. 2011 – Service Merit Medal\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/consular-conversations-luncheon-korea/
LOCATION:Miller and Martin\, 1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Diplomacy,Featured,Networking,South Korea
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SUMMARY:The Next Generation Workforce Development Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Southeast U.S. has recently witnessed an unprecedented surge in manufacturing business\, positioning itself as an epicenter of industrial advancement and global collaboration. In recognition of this transformative landscape\, the Southeast U.S. Korean Chamber of Commerce (SEUSKCC) and GAMA proudly unite to host the 2nd annual “Next Generation Workforce Development Forum”. Held at the prestigious Kia Georgia Training Center\, this forum aims to assemble a spectrum of industry leaders\, diplomats\, educators\, and visionaries. Together\, we’ll address the future of the workforce\, ensuring it’s equipped to support this booming industrial growth. \n\n\n\nWhy Attend?Beyond being a forum\, this event is a call to action. With over 100 expected attendees comprising business leaders\, HR experts\, and diplomats\, the gathering presents an unmatched opportunity for networking\, insights\, and progressive collaboration. Your insights\, combined with others’\, can shape the future workforce supporting our manufacturing boom. \n\n\n\n** Members rate for: Students\, Not-for-Profits\, LaGrange Troup Chamber\, SEUSKCC\, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea\, Special invites by BOD\, etc. Reach us if questions. \n\n\n\nRegistration Details: \n\n\n\n\nGAMA and SEUSKCC Members: $95.00\n\n\n\nNon-Members: $135.00\n\n\n\n\nThe program package includes breakfast and individual lunch meals. (registered guests will also be invited to special programing by SEUSKCC)  \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by October 30 due to limited seats available.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-next-generation-workforce-development-forum/
LOCATION:Kia Georgia Training Center\, 900 Kia Boulevard\, West Point\, GA\, 31833\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Diplomacy,South Korea
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SUMMARY:Enhancing Economic and Commercial Diplomacy for Today’s Global Challenges
DESCRIPTION:This symposium brings together current and former U.S. government officials and corporate representatives to discuss how U.S. economic diplomacy can be more effective. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to registrants. \n\n\n\nThe discussions will be structured around three topics: \n\n\n\n\nImplications of U.S. economic and commercial diplomacy for American companies\n\n\n\nAdvancing U.S. business interests abroad\n\n\n\nLeveraging economic tools to advance U.S. foreign policy objectives\n\n\n\n\nGenerously supported by the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and Bank of America. \n\n\n\nCo-sponsored by Georgia Tech CIBER and the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs. \n\n\n\nTentative Agenda\n\n\n\n8:30 a.m. Breakfast \n\n\n\n9 a.m. Welcome and Introduction of the New “Diplomat-in-Residence” Program and the Sam Nunn-Bank of America Policy Forum \n\n\n\n\nAdam Stulberg\, Sam Nunn Professor & Chair\, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs & Associate Director\, Strategic Energy Institute\, Georgia Institute of Technology\n\n\n\n\n9:15 a.m. Implications of U.S. economic and commercial diplomacy for American companies \n\n\n\n\nPeter Carter\, Executive Vice President–External Affairs\, Delta Airlines\n\n\n\nClyde Tuggle\, Co-Founder and Founding Partner of Pine Island Capital Partners and Senior Vice President of Global Public Affairs and Communications\, The Coca-Cola Company\n\n\n\nModerator: Louise Blais\, Ambassador (Ret.); Senior Advisor\, The Pendleton Group; and Strategic Advisor\, International Affairs\, The Business Council of Canada\n\n\n\n\n10:30 a.m. Coffee \n\n\n\n11 a.m. Advancing U.S.  business interests abroad \n\n\n\n\nWilliam Reinsch\, Scholl Chair for International Business at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and past President of the National Foreign Trade Council\, former Under Secretary of Commerce\n\n\n\nAmbassador Kathleen Doherty\, Chief Strategy and Retreats Officer\, Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands and former Dean of the Foreign Service Institute and former U.S. Ambassador to Cyprus\n\n\n\nModerator: Lawrence Silverman\, Ambassador (ret.); Senior Advisor with Albright Stonebridge’s Middle East and North Africa practice\n\n\n\n\n12:30 p.m. Lunch panel: Leveraging economic tools to advance US foreign policy objectives \n\n\n\n\nAlice Albright\, Chief Executive Officer\, Millennium Challenge Corporation\n\n\n\nPeter Harrell\, Non-Resident Fellow\, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace\, and Attorney\, Peter Harrell LLC (Senior Director for International Economics and Competitiveness on the White House National Security Council (2021-23)\n\n\n\nModerator: Gordon Giffin\, Ambassador (Ret.); a leader in Denton’s Public Policy and Regulation group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Details
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/enhancing-economic-and-commercial-diplomacy-for-todays-global-challenges/
LOCATION:The Historic Academy of Medicine at Georgia Tech in Midtown Atlanta\, 875 W Peachtree St NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Diplomacy,Featured
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SUMMARY:AAPI Business Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join the Hong Kong Association of Atlanta for AAPI Business Forum where industry leaders will converge to share insights on Securing Your Asian Future. \n\n\n\nThe forum provides great networking\, and a panel discussion about doing business with and in Asia. In addition to the Asian economic updates\, panel discussion will focus on exports\, manufacturing\, Data Center management\, services and supply chain. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/aapi-business-forum/
LOCATION:Smith\, Gambrell & Russell\, LLP\, 1105 W Peachtree St NE #1000\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,China,Featured,Hong Kong,Japan,Manufacturing,Networking,South Korea,Southeast Asia,Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T080000
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SUMMARY:ATL Solutions Summit: Local Innovators Tackling Global Challenges  
DESCRIPTION:Atlanta has become a hotbed for technology\, a vibrant ecosystem benefiting from a cycle of growth\, exit and reinvestment and amplified by a shining international reputation.But to what end? Beyond building wealth for a few\, how can what’s made in ATL positively impact citizens living here and around the globe?  \n\n\n\nIn a city known for both civil rights history and vast income inequality\, answering these questions has taken on a new urgency of late.  \n\n\n\nJoin Global Atlanta and Atlanta International School at the downtown Atlanta headquarters of CARE for breakfast and a celebration of local companies launching globally applicable innovations that tackle some of society’s most intractable problems.  \n\n\n\nIn addition to an expert panel discussion over breakfast\, we’ll hear from AIS students learning to commercialize their own innovations and launch a special Global Atlanta issue featuring Atlanta companies in the following arenas:  \n\n\n\n\nTackling the plastic crisis\n\n\n\nUnlocking generosity\n\n\n\nEnergy generation and storage\n\n\n\nProtecting kids online\n\n\n\nGrowing financial inclusion\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend:  \n\n\n\n\nImpact investors \n\n\n\nEcosystem leadersTech startups \n\n\n\nProfessional service providers\n\n\n\nNonprofit leaders\n\n\n\nEducators looking for industry partnerships\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarsha Maxwell\, Head of Technology\, Innovation & Research at AIS\nDr Marsha Maxwell is a neuroscientist\, teacher and technology specialist. With over twenty-three years of strategic\, tactical and operational technology experience\, Marsha creates innovative environments and applications that harness the power of new technology and neuroscience to enhance a teacher’s reach\, better engage students and foster a culture of innovation in an organization. Her work has been used in projects for institutions as varied as NASA and Sony. \n\n\n\nHer areas of specialization include data science\, mixed reality\, artificial intelligence\, space exploration and machine learning. She holds a BS from Spelman College in Chemistry and an MS (Biology) and a PhD (Neuroscience) from the California Institute of Technology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJessica Starobinets\, Program Manager for ReadyRemit\, Brightwell\nJessica Starobinets has 10+ years of marketing\, sales and account management experience. She gets a thrill out of finding innovative\, data-driven solutions to challenging business problems. \n\n\n\nAfter years in the marketing world\, her love of problem solving led her to pursue a path in Operations. Jessica has never shied away from a new project and strives to be a valuable contributor in every role. She leads Brightwell’s ReadyRemit program.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrip Barnes\, Head ofPartnerships\, Tickets for Good\nTrip has 20 years of experience in education\, hospitality\, and technology. He’s enlivened by building long-term partnerships\, developing strategic GTM processes\, and delivering value-added solutions all while having a little bit of fun.  \n\n\n\nHomegrown in Georgia and an active member of his West End neighborhood with his family\, he believes the city to be a cradle of innovation while also preserving the fabric of who the city is and what it can be. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTitania Jordan\, CMO and Chief Parent Officer\, Bark Technologies\nTitania Jordan is the CMO and Chief Parent Officer of Bark.us\, an internet safety solution that helps parents and schools keep children safer across social media\, text messaging\, and email. \n\n\n\nAs the current host of Tech Connect\, and former host of NBC Atlanta affiliate WXIA’s weekly television show Atlanta Tech Edge\, Titania has the honor of covering the latest in tech news and talent across both the city and the globe. \n\n\n\nIn her early career\, Titania started her own marketing consulting firm after gaining experience as an account executive with Lincoln Financial Media\, working with clients like Whole Foods\, Nikon\, and Samsung to create campaigns targeting women in the Atlanta market. \n\n\n\nPast roles also include serving as the CMO of KidsLink\, co-founder and CMO of PRIVET\, and Executive Director of Band of Coders Girls Academy. \n\n\n\nTitania is the co-author of “Parenting in a Tech World” – offering practical tips\, real-world advice from fellow parents\, and helpful exercises to walk caregivers through how to nurture a healthy relationship between kids and technology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKathleen Williams\, Head of Product\, Charityvest\nKathleen believes that the world is full of solvable problems that are waiting to be tackled. As a product leader\, she helps ask the right questions to reach valuable insights that become part of the solution. \n\n\n\nCharityVest was founded in 2016 on the belief that generosity doesn’t have to be hard and should be an enjoyable experience. The platform offers individuals and employees tax-deductible giving accounts\, making it simple for everyone to be generous. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrey Jarrard\, Co-Founder and CEO\, Renewvia Energy Corporation\nTrey Jarrard is an accomplished entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in private equity\, project finance\, digital distribution of entertainment products\, and renewable energy. He founded Renewvia Energy in 2008 to develop solar power systems in financeable favorable regions across the United States. Under his leadership\, the company expanded internationally in 2013 to develop utility-scale solar in Uruguay and then\, hybrid and standalone solar photovoltaic and battery-powered microgrids in the Marianas Islands in 2016\, Kenya in 2017 and Nigeria in 2018. Today\, Renewvia operates under an expanded mission not only to add value to its U.S. clients\, but also to improve the quality of life for people in power challenged areas globally while providing above market returns for investors. Creating subsidiaries in Kenya\, Nigeria\, Ethiopia\, and Uganda\, Renewvia is particularly focused on sub-Saharan Africa\, where the access to energy challenge is the greatest and where Renewvia’s Rural Microgrid Development and Operation Model has the greatest potential to generate sustainable impact and return on investment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/atl-solutions-summit-local-innovators-tackling-global-challenges/
LOCATION:CARE USA Headquarters\, 151 Ellis St. NE \, Atlanta\, 30303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development,Education,Entrepreneur,Featured,Health,Humanitarian,Innovation,Investors,Networking,Nonprofit,Sustainability,Technology
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SUMMARY:International Business Webinar Series: Unlocking Strategic Insights Across Borders
DESCRIPTION:In the international business landscape\, profound insights fuel strategic decisions\, impacting product development\, effective marketing\, and holistic growth. To thrive\, businesses must navigate the cultural nuances that differentiate countries and markets\, adapting research methods while fostering collaboration. Success is underpinned by cultural awareness\, ethical integrity\, data quality\, adaptability\, and local partnerships. \n\n\n\nStrategic insight generation has been utilizing technology driven analytical capabilities for some time and with the recent developments introduced through Generative AI\, more are to come. However\, no matter how tools change\, clear understanding of differences across borders remains essential.    \n\n\n\nThis session explores the practical aspects of customizing marketing research to leverage local norms and values\, emphasizing the critical importance of cultural competence. \n\n\n\nKey Takeaways: \n\n\n\n\nExplore the significance of insight generation for international businesses.\n\n\n\nExamine the variances in marketing research and insight generation between countries and the impact of cultural differences.\n\n\n\nIdentify the challenges and critical success factors in international marketing research and gain practical recommendations.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/international-business-webinar-series-unlocking-strategic-insights-across-borders/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Featured
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SUMMARY:Emerging Trends Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join Bank of America\, Hancock Askew & Co.\, Hunter Maclean Attorneys and Sterling Seacrest Pritchard for the inaugural Emerging Trends Symposium on Wednesday\, Nov. 15\, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the Savannah Technical College\, 5717 White Bluff Rd.\, Savannah\, GA 31405\, to learn from experts in the field of mergers and acquisitions. This is a unique opportunity to network with peers and specialists\, and to gain valuable insights into the latest trends and best practices in the industry. \n\n\n\nThis program will include presentations from Bank of America Managing Director and Head of Portfolio Strategy for the Chief Investment Office Marci McGregor as well as C.J. Evans\, a Director with Hancock Askew who specializes in site selection and economic development consulting. \n\n\n\nParticipants will also hear from a panel led by Hunter Maclean Associate Matthew Repella on how to navigate the complex and dynamic mergers and acquisitions landscape. Panelists include Bank of America Investment Banking Managing Mark Doller\, HunterMaclean Partner Tom Cullen\, Sterling Seacrest Pritchard Partner and Client Advisor Matt Cail\, and Hancock Askew Partner Stephen Leonard\, CPA. \n\n\n\nYou won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the field and stay ahead of the curve in mergers and acquisitions. \n\n\n\nBreakfast will be included. Register today and secure your spot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/emerging-trends-symposium/
LOCATION:Savannah Technical College\, 5717 White Bluff Road\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T100000
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SUMMARY:Global Strategies to Compete and Win
DESCRIPTION:In the ever-changing world of Supply Chain\, it is crucial to ensure that you have international trade strategies that set you apart from your competitors. Your competition is global so let’s ensure that you have a plan to compete and win. During this virtual session\, you will hear from Ms. Shaquana Teasley\, Founder and CEO of Agate Solutions\, who will review the basics to re-engineering your products to reduce duty spend\, leveraging Free Trade Agreements\, and introducing you to HTS classification. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/global-strategies-to-compete-and-win/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Featured,Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231117T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231117T123000
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SUMMARY:University of Georgia International Trade Center ExportGA Training Program Series 4 of 4
DESCRIPTION:The University of Georgia introduces its flagship program called ExportGA 2023. This four-session program started on August 17\, is designed to provide training in virtually all aspects of exporting. It is designed for companies currently exporting or those established companies who are looking to export for the first time. For those current exporters\, it is a great opportunity to train personnel and sure up the fundamentals of exporting. For those new-to-export companies\, it is a great launching pad for foreign sales. The topics covered are detailed below. \n\n\n\nEach session is taught by private sector professionals or trade service providers. Each selected company will be paired with a UGA Terry College of Business intern to provide research between sessions. Additionally\, each company will be working with a trade consultant from the Georgia Department of Economic Development\, Department of Commerce and the UGA SDBC International Trade Center. Together the company will have a proactive export plan at the end of the program. \n\n\n\nTo learn more about the program and to apply\, visit www.exportGA.com. \n\n\n\nSESSION 4:November 17\, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Website design for the global marketplaceLegal considerations for exportingExport complianceFinancing international transactions \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/university-of-georgia-international-trade-center-exportga-training-program-series-4-of-4/
LOCATION:The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center\, 382 East Broad Street\, Athens\, Georgia\, 30602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T134500
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SUMMARY:What Japanese Companies Need to Know: Lunch and Learn on IRS Transfer Pricing Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:Recent changes to U.S. transfer pricing enforcement place companies at greater risk of transfer pricing adjustments and penalties. Our presentation will cover changes to the IRS audit approach\, why the IRS litigation results are improving\, and how IRS changes to its penalty approach make companies less protected from penalties.  We will explain how these trends affect Japanese companies in the U.S.\, and how they should re-evaluate transfer pricing policies and documentation to reduce risk. Our speakers have experience with the IRS and Big 4 firms\, and they will explain in English and Japanese. After the seminar\, we will have an opportunity to answer any questions. \n\n\n\nMain Speakers \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSteven Wrappe  \n\n\n\nTax – Managing Director\, National Technical Leader\, Transfer Pricing\, Grant Thornton \n\n\n\nSteve Wrappe is Grant Thornton’s Transfer Pricing Technical Leader in its Washington National Tax Office. He is a globally-recognized transfer pricing expert\, with over 25 years of experience in transfer pricing planning\, compliance and controversy for large multinational clients. During that time\, he has been a Senior Attorney with the IRS Advance Pricing Agreement (APA) Program\, a partner with a global law firm\, and the transfer pricing controversy leader at Big Four Firms. \n\n\n\nMasatake Kuramoto \n\n\n\nManaging Director\, NERA Economic Consulting \n\n\n\nMasatake (Masa) Kuramoto is an accomplished and well-respected transfer pricing expert with over 25 years of experience in transfer pricing strategy\, documentation\, planning and implementation\, disputes\, and advance pricing agreements (APAs).  \n\n\n\nOther speakers including Samit Shah and others Japanese company leaders may also participate.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/lunch-learn-irs-tax-enforcement-what-japanese-companies-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Grant Thornton\, Grant Thornton 1100 Peachtree Street NE\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Japan,Tax
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SUMMARY:Georgia Tech - Soft Landing Live Info Session
DESCRIPTION:During this live session\, we will provide a comprehensive overview of the Soft Landing program\, covering essential aspects such as content\, schedule\, fees\, and more. This is your opportunity to get an in-depth understanding of how our program can be the catalyst for your successful expansion into the U.S. market. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nInsights into the Soft Landing program structure and curriculum.\nDetails on Immersion Week in Atlanta\, a world-class experience you won’t want to miss.\nInformation on building your business network and accessing top-tier mentors.\nA chance to connect with a vibrant community of international entrepreneurs.\nAnswers to any questions you may have about the program.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/georgia-tech-soft-landing-live-info-session/
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CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Holiday Celebration Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the holidays with the Chinese Business Association of Atlanta at YiFan Central Kitchen.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/holiday-celebration-party/
LOCATION:Yifan Central Kitchen\, 1145 Lakefield Dr Suite 500\, Johns Creek\, GA\, 30097\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,China,Holiday,Networking
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SUMMARY:International Production and Processing Expo
DESCRIPTION:The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) continues to evolve and grow to meet the needs of its attendees and exhibitors. For 2023\, Scherer Inc looks forward to hosting the Expo again in-person at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Mark your calendar to join on Jan. 24-26\, 2024. \n\n\n\nIPPE focuses on Innovation – bringing together buyers and sellers of the latest technology of products and services to make your business successful; Education – learning from the experts in free- and fee-based world-class programs on topics that cross industry interests; Global Reach – attracting thousands of International visitors from more than 120 countries; and Networking – meeting new and rekindling old relationships with leaders across the industries. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/international-production-and-process-expo/
LOCATION:Georgia World Congress Center\, 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Corporate Transparency Act: What Businesses Need To Know Lunch & Learn Event
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the Netherlands America Chamber of Commerce’s First Lunch & Learn event of 2024 on January 25th\, featuring a crucial discussion on navigating the new U.S. Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The CTA came into effect on January 1\, 2024\, impacting millions of small U.S. and foreign companies. \n\n\n\nIf you own or operate a business located or doing business in the U.S.\, it’s important to understand the actions you need to take to be compliant with this new law and its requirements. \n\n\n\nGain vital insights from Jonathan Wilson\, FinCen Report founder and Corporate Transparency Act Compliance Guide author\, and Mitzi Hill\, Taylor English’s CTA Task Force lead partner.   \n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on this important event to understand the implications of CTA for your organization! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJonathan Wilson\, FinCen Report founder and Corporate Transparency Act Compliance Guide authorPartner at Taylor English Duma\nJonathan B. Wilson is an experienced business lawyer who enjoys solving complex business and transactional problems for clients. Mr. Wilson applies his more than 30 years of experience as an in-house lawyer\, business adviser and strategist to help business executives and owners achieve negotiated solutions to technology and financial transactions. \n\n\n\nMr. Wilson is a member of the firm’s Corporate and Business Department and his practice includes corporate securities\, corporate finance and governance\, mergers and acquisitions\, and intellectual property. He represents Fortune 100\, middle-market and start-up companies. \n\n\n\nMr. Wilson was the general counsel or chief legal officer of Interland Inc.\, Web.com Group Inc. and EasyLink Services International Corp.\, where he advised senior management and the boards of directors on U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting\, NASDAQ compliance\, Sarbanes-Oxley matters\, corporate governance\, governmental affairs\, contracts\, litigation\, intellectual property and mergers and acquisitions. \n\n\n\nMr. Wilson spent the first 10 years of his career in private practice with large Atlanta law firms\, including a leading international firm and one of the nation’s most prestigious corporate firms. \n\n\n\nMr. Wilson has represented both large and small companies in outsourcing\, patent licensing\, software licensing\, distribution and strategic alliance agreements. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMitzi Hill\, CTA Task Force lead partnerPartner at Taylor English Duma\nMitzi Hill is the founder of Taylor English’s Data Security & Privacy practice. She works with business owners and executives to ensure that they are ready to compete in a global supply chain that requires attention to privacy and security through use of technology. Her experience includes fifteen years in-house at Turner Broadcasting\, where she oversaw multiple regulatory compliance programs\, international content licensing\, and legal clearance of new technology systems. Prior to her time in-house\, Ms. Hill was with a large international law firm\, where she focused on technology and media issues\, including satellite distribution\, copyright infringement and First Amendment claims. \n\n\n\nMs. Hill has handled technology\, IP\, compliance\, and international business matters for more than twenty-five years. This strong background allows her to work closely with clients including retailers\, logistics companies\, service providers\, platform operators and others to ensure that they are prepared for privacy and cybersecurity requirements imposed on them by laws and by their customers. She enjoys helping clients develop policies\, contracts\, and workflows that protect information assets and thereby confer a competitive edge. Among other things\, she creates data processing and cross-border transfer agreements; counsels U.S. and international companies on compliance with privacy laws including the GDPR and CCPA; serves as privileging counsel on security and compliance audits; and handles data breach response. Ms. Hill writes and speaks frequently on data security and privacy issues. She also routinely handles technology licenses\, SaaS agreements\, and general commercial services agreements. \n\n\n\nMs. Hill has an extensive background in media and intellectual property issues and has handled film productions\, media and sponsorship rights\, program distribution\, and music licensing. In addition\, she has spent significant time overseas\, having resided in London to oversee a client’s legal function in Europe\, the Middle East and Africa. \n\n\n\nMs. Hill is also part of the Taylor English CTA Task Force and provides strategic advice to help reporting companies identify and analyze their compliance requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act. \n\n\n\nIn her free time\, Ms. Hill works to support Georgians diagnosed with ALS\, reads avidly\, and supports the Tide. She also travels\, and has been to Egypt\, Hong Kong\, Jordan\, New Zealand\, Syria\, Thailand and other points distant.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/corporate-transparency-act-what-businesses-need-to-know-lunch-learn-event/
LOCATION:Taylor English Duma LLP\, 1600 Parkwood Circle\, Suite 200\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Law,Netherlands,Policy
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SUMMARY:MJV Rethink Retail
DESCRIPTION:MJV Innovation\, a leading global consultancy serving Fortune 500 companies in digital transformation\, customer experience\, and design thinking\, will host a retail industry gathering in Atlanta to share the top insights it compiles from the annual National Retail Federation’s Big Show. Named MJV Rethink Retail\, the event will take place on January 30\, 2024 at 8:30am at the Buckhead Club and convene retail executives from major companies. \n\n\n\nDuring the event\, MJV’s team will deliver a presentation of the top insights garnered while attending NRF’s annual flagship conference in New York earlier in the month. A panel presenting leaders’ insights from the world’s largest retail and CPG companies with topics such as AI and customer experience as well as top trends for 2024. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/mjv-rethink-retail/
LOCATION:Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Road NE Suite 2600\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30326\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Featured
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SUMMARY:How to Enter and Succeed in the Indian Market: A Guide for U.S. Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a way to grow your business in one of the world’s most dynamic and emerging economies? India is waiting for you! Join World Trade Center Savannah for a webinar where you will discover how to tap into the enormous potential of doing business in India. This webinar is brought to you by World Trade Center Savannah\, World Trade Center Washington\, D.C.\, and World Trade Center Delaware in collaboration with Crescendo Worldwide\, a leading business consultancy and financial advisory firm with a global network and clients in more than 150 countries\, offering a range of services\, solutions\, and products to help you grow your international trade and investment. \n\n\n\nGuests will learn how to be a part of the World Trade Centers Association’s 54th Annual Global Business Forum: “Empowering Progress through Innovation & Collaboration” happening Sunday\, March 3 to Wednesday\, March 6\, in Bengaluru\, India and how to make the most of this conference. \n\n\n\nThis is a unique opportunity to gain experience from experts and connect with potential partners in one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. Register now and get ready to explore the possibilities of doing business in India. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/how-to-enter-and-succeed-in-the-indian-market-a-guide-for-u-s-businesses/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Business,India,International Markets,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T090000
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SUMMARY:14th USA India Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join UIBS and Georgia Tech Center for International Business Education and Research for the 14th USA India Business Summit and the 29th Georgia Tech Global Business Forum.  \n\n\n\nTopics include:  \n\n\n\n\nManaging business in turbulent times\n\n\n\nSustainable development and energy\n\n\n\nCybersecurity: Best global practices for gaining competitive advantage \n\n\n\nArtificial intelligence and workforce development \n\n\n\nCase studies: Tech workers shortage and immigration issues. Reshoring. Exploring new business opportunities in CHIPS Act \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpdated flyer: \n\n\nUIBSGT_24_SPEAKERS_v.1.6-1
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/14th-usa-india-business-summit/
LOCATION:Georgia Tech – Kirkwood Room\, Exhibition Hall\, 460 4th St NW\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30332
CATEGORIES:Business,Cybersecurity,Education,Featured,India,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T110000
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SUMMARY:International Business Webinar Series: Business Opportunities within ASEAN Countries Amid US-China Decoupling
DESCRIPTION:In our upcoming webinar\, ‘Business Opportunities within ASEAN Countries Amid US-China Decoupling\,’ we will explore how the current tensions between the US and China are reshaping the global business landscape. While a complete decoupling of these economic giants seems unlikely due to their immense size\, this shift is opening new doors for emerging markets\, particularly in the ASEAN region.  \n\n\n\nThis session will focus on how countries like Vietnam are capitalizing on this shift\, attracting industries and investments that were once firmly rooted in China. We’ll also examine how Thailand and other ASEAN nations are leveraging these changes to accelerate their economic growth. Join us to discover the growing opportunities in ASEAN countries and understand how your business can benefit in this evolving global context.  \n\n\n\nTakeaways  \n\n\n\n1. Identifying New Business Opportunities in ASEAN Countries  \n\n\n\n2. Impact of US-China Relations on Global Trade  \n\n\n\n3. Growth Strategies in Emerging Markets \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/international-business-webinar-series-business-opportunities-within-asean-countries-amid-us-china-decoupling/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,China,Education,Featured,international relations,Southeast Asia,Vietnam,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T173000
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SUMMARY:A Rebalanced Asia: The Role of AI\, Data Management\, and EVs
DESCRIPTION:Join our hosts at the annual Lunar New Year Business Forum to hear from a seasoned panel sharing their expertise regarding artificial intelligence\, data management\, and electric vehicles\, and how it will contribute to building a rebalanced Asia. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHenry Yu\, Chair\, National US Hong Kong Business AssociationPresident\, Hong Kong Association of Atlanta\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Joe Sutherland\, Director of the Center for AI LearningEmory University\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. WenZhan Song\, Director of the Center for Cyber-Physical Systems University of Georgia\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJun Lin\, CEO SkyTrain\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStuart Countess. President and CEO Kia Georgia Inc. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/a-rebalanced-asia-the-role-of-ai-data-management-and-evs/
LOCATION:The Buckhead Club\, 3344 Peachtree Rd NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30326\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,China,Cybersecurity,Data,Education,Featured,Hong Kong,Japan,Networking,Security,South Korea,Southeast Asia,Trade
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SUMMARY:TradeBridge Ireland: A Gateway to the European Market for U.S. Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Individuals seeking new business opportunities in Europe are invited to join an exclusive webinar on the World Trade Center Savannah (WTCSav)’s TradeBridge program. The program aims to connect U.S. businesses with potential partners\, customers\, and suppliers in Ireland. \n\n\n\nIreland stands out as one of the most attractive and accessible markets in Europe\, boasting a robust economy\, a skilled workforce\, and a favorable business environment. Attendees will have the opportunity to listen to insights from WTCSav’s Director of Research and Trade Development\, Chris Ahearn\, who will elaborate on how the TradeBridge program can contribute to the growth of a global presence and local impact. \n\n\n\nFor those interested in sponsorship opportunities or with any questions\, please reach out to Antwone Mohammed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/tradebridge-ireland-a-gateway-to-the-european-market-for-u-s-businesses/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240310T000000
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SUMMARY:Opportunities for Women-Led Businesses in the Americas Conference
DESCRIPTION:The United States Department of Commerce’s U.S. Commercial Service invites you to the Global Diversity Export Initiative (GDEI) Opportunities for Women-Led Businesses in the Americas Conference in Panama City\, Panama on March 10-11\, 2024.  \n\n\n\nIdeal for any company seeking opportunities in the Americas\, this unique business conference  – held in Panama City\, Panama – offers you the opportunity to meet and network with U.S. Commercial and Economic Officers from 17 Western Hemisphere countries as well as key trade related service providers.  \n\n\n\nParticipants will engage in regional market briefings; two networking receptions; four plenary session presentations; two networking lunches\, and five export related workshops. \n\n\n\nPlenary Session topics:  \n\n\n\n\nRegional Economic and Political Outlook\n\n\n\nEmpowering Women-Owned Small Businesses through Global Trade\n\n\n\nHow Digitalization is Driving Opportunities Across Sectors\n\n\n\nUsing Panama and the Region as an Export Hub\n\n\n\n\nWorkshops topics:  \n\n\n\n\nSupplier Diversity and Inclusive Procurement\n\n\n\nExport Finance Solutions\n\n\n\nIntro to International Shipping and Incoterms\n\n\n\nChoose Your Channel: Options for International Sales\n\n\n\nProtecting Your Intellectual Property Abroad\n\n\n\n\nOne-on-one meetings will be pre-scheduled with U.S. diplomats and/or industry specialists from U.S. Embassies in Argentina\, Brazil\, Canada\, Chile\, Colombia\, Costa Rica\, Dominican Republic\, Ecuador\, El Salvador\, Guatemala\, Guyana\, Honduras\, Mexico\, Panama\, Peru\, The Bahamas\, and Uruguay. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKendee Yamaguchi\nKendee Yamaguchi was appointed by President Biden to serve as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Field at the International Trade Administration. In this role\, she oversees nearly 300 trade professionals in more than 100 U.S. cities. She helps U.S. businesses export their goods and services\, and attracts foreign direct investment to grow jobs within the United States.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMari Carmen Aponte\nMari Carmen Aponte is a distinguished lawyer\, civic leader\, and the first female Puerto Rican Ambassador. She served as U.S. Ambassador to El Salvador (2012-2016) and as Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs. She was confirmed as Ambassador to Panama by the U.S. Senate on September 29\, 2022. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/opportunities-for-women-led-businesses-in-the-americas-conference/
LOCATION:Panama City\, Panama
CATEGORIES:Business,Latin America,Networking,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T113000
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SUMMARY:Expat Expectations: Building Your Global Workforce in Atlanta
DESCRIPTION:As technology continues to shape the future of work\, companies are facing unprecedented challenges in managing their cross-border workforce. Changes in immigration policy\, blurred lines between home and office\, and fluctuations in real estate markets can all complicate the process. Local firms are finding success by blending cultural consideration with policy preparedness\, while international firms breaking into the U.S. for the first time through Atlanta are encountering new challenges\, such as disparate hiring rules\, byzantine benefits practices and hidden relocation costs. \n\n\n\nNew hires themselves\, meanwhile\, have to adapt to a new work life while struggling to get a driver’s license\, finance a home or find school for the kids in an unfamiliar landscape. \n\n\n\nOn March 12\, Global Atlanta will bring together a slate of experts to provide the latest insights on running a global team from our global city\, interspersed with personal stories from expatriates who have made the jump to Atlanta. The resulting discussion will help you manage Expat Expectations as you onboard and integrate new team members across borders. \n\n\n\nAreas covered in the seminar include: family law\, immigration\, education\, tax\, real estate\, banking and cross-cultural training. \n\n\n\nMore speakers to be announced. \n\n\n\nConfirmed Speakers & Organizations:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAtlanta International School\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShivam Malhotra\, Partner\, Global Mobility\, Aprio\nAs Aprio’s Global Mobility Services (GMS) Leader\, Shivam oversees the growth and development of the firm’s GMS practice. He has a decade of experience in professional services\, assisting multinational companies with international business matters such as including navigating taxation and compensation\, transferring individuals and managing expatriate needs across all aspects of global mobility. He works closely with CEOs and CFOs of global organizations\, global mobility managers\, human resources leaders\, high-net- worth individuals and cross-border individuals.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaula Henao\, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty\nCombining technical prowess with a servant’s heart\, Paula Henao is an architect as well as a REALTOR®. Born and raised in Bogota\, Colombia\, Paula pursued her education in architecture and came to the United States after being offered a position with a builder in Georgia. After working on residential communities in Augusta and Aiken\, she chose to settle in Atlanta\, a city she loves for its growth\, opportunities for families and diverse community. A resident of Johns Creek\, she has been in the business for over 12 years and has loved growing together with her clients as they move forward with their families and careers. Proud to offer the highest level of service through her partnership with Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty\, she works with clients throughout the North Atlanta area. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish\, her unrivaled ability to be fully present and communicate the right information to the right person at the right time makes her a sought-after negotiator and confidante. Active in her community\, Paula has accepted various roles with the Georgia Hispanic Construction Association as their first executive director and former member of their board of directors. She is a member of the Rotary Club of Johns Creek North Fulton and Global Atlanta. She is also an engaged PTA member at State Bridge Crossing Elementary\, where her daughter attends. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Manely\, The Manely Firm\nMichael has practiced divorce and family law for more than 30 years and has prevailed in thousands of family law cases. He has become one of the most sought-after international family law attorneys in Georgia\, representing clients in federal court throughout the United States and in select foreign jurisdictions. Michael has successfully resolved cases from every continent in the world\, except Antarctica\, and served as an expert witness on international child abduction in court proceedings in the United States and Scotland. On December 5\, 2012 he delivered oral argument before the Supreme Court of the United States in Chafin v. Chafin\, securing a unanimous victory and establishing that parents who have a child removed from the United States have standing regarding their custodial interests. The decision has been cited over 950 times. Michael is the only all family law attorney to win unanimous decisions from both the U.S. Supreme Court and the Supreme Court of Georgia! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatthias Ohm\, LL.M.Attorney at Law\, Arnall Golden Gregory\nMatt is an Associate at Arnall Golden Gregory LLP. He is a German and U.S. lawyer\, holding a U.S. Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of Georgia School of Law. He obtained both his German and his U.S. law license (NY) in 2015. In 2019\, Matt was also sworn into the Georgia Bar.  \n\n\n\nMatt focuses his legal services on supporting foreign-owned business entities and individuals investing in the U.S. in the areas of immigration\, corporate\, and employment law. He supports companies’ global immigration needs through both U.S. immigration and non-immigration visa processing for businesses and families (temporary work visas and green cards).  \n\n\n\nHe has established himself as an esteemed member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and has become a welcome speaker at various conferences. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSoumaya Khalifa\, Khalifa Consulting\nSoumaya is the President & CEO of Khalifa Consulting\, is a highly-regarded coach\, trainer and consultant\, specializing in intercultural communications\, diversity\, equity and inclusion\, and leadership development. Through her consulting firm\, Soumaya provides corporate\, non-profit\, and governmental institutions with wide-ranging expertise and practical solutions to cross-cultural operations.  Using resources she developed to examine the impact of religious diversity in the workplace and the marketplace\, Soumaya has seen her clients and their employees improve their work environments and increase productivity.   \n\n\n\nAs a committed believer in “building bridges of understanding\,” Soumaya is involved in a myriad of community activities\, including sitting on the boards of  the Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta\, the Georgia Interfaith Public Policy Center\, and The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta and is a on The Carter Center’s Board of Councilors.   \n\n\n\nSince 2009\, Soumaya has been an adjunct faculty member at Emory University’s Center for Continuing Education\, offering courses on intercultural communication\, Women in Leadership and Human Resources Certification. She has published numerous articles\, reviews and blog posts on managing cultural differences\, including contributing a chapter to Religious Diversity at Work (2016). Soumaya is the founder of the Islamic Speakers Bureau of Atlanta.  \n\n\n\nHer work has brought her much recognition. Recently\, Soumaya was listed in the 2023 Georgia 500: The State’s Most Influential Leaders by Georgia Trend magazine and she received the 2021 Honorable Mention Power the Future award from The Forum on Workplace Inclusion.  She is a 2019 YWCA Woman of Achievement\, was honored in Atlanta Magazine’s 2019 Women Making a Mark\, and was presented with the prestigious Phoenix Award by Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed in 2017.    \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Come?\n\n\n\n* Leaders of international subsidiaries in tech or beyond* HR managers for large ATL companies with global operations* Startups looking to go global or recruit internationally* Service providers seeking better insight into their clients’ challenges* Economic development leaders looking to improve their community’s outreach around the world
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/expat-expectations-2024/
LOCATION:Atlanta Tech Village\, 3423 Piedmont Rd NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Asia,Banking,Business,Culture,Economic Development,Europe,Family law,Featured,Human Resources,Immigration,Latin America,Law,Market expansion,Middle East / North Africa,Networking,Seminar,Tax,Trade
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SUMMARY:Special Forum - Advance with Africa Atlanta
DESCRIPTION:Join the Chamber’s U.S.-Africa Business Center in Atlanta on March 18 for a special convening of the Advance with Africa program in partnership with the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement to foster economic engagement through Diaspora business ties. Discover insights and connect with industry leaders at The Gathering Spot ATL. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/special-forum-advance-with-africa-atlanta/
LOCATION:The Gathering Spot\, 384 Northyards Blvd NW Building 100\, Suite 190\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Business,Diaspora
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