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SUMMARY:Hartsfield-Jackson Airport Update
DESCRIPTION:The Gwinnett Chamber’s On Topic series will feature a discussion on Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport\, offering insight into one of the world’s busiest airports and its impact on regional growth and connectivity. The program will highlight airport operations\, ongoing initiatives\, and the role the airport plays in driving economic development across metro Atlanta.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will hear from airport leadership and gain a closer look at how infrastructure\, innovation\, and partnerships are shaping the future of air travel in the region. As part of the Chamber’s signature series\, the event provides a valuable opportunity for business leaders and professionals to stay informed and engaged on key issues affecting the local and global economy.  \n\n\n\nFeatured Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRicky SmithGeneral Manager\, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport\nRicky Smith is the General Manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport\, the world’s busiest airport. He leads a multi-billion-dollar modernization program while overseeing daily operations that serve more than 108 million passengers annually. \n\n\n\nPrior to Atlanta\, Ricky served as Executive Director and CEO of the Maryland Aviation Administration\, managing BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport and Martin State Airport. A 30-plus-year aviation leader\, he has driven record passenger growth\, award-winning customer service\, and major capital programs in Baltimore\, Cleveland\, and now Atlanta. \n\n\n\nRicky’s focus is simple: safe\, reliable operations; smart\, on-time construction; and partnerships that grow jobs and opportunity across metro Atlanta. \n\n\n\nHe holds degrees in business and management and is active nationally in aviation leadership. \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/hartsfield-jackson-airport-update/
LOCATION:The 1818 Club\, 6500 Sugarloaf Parkway\, Duluth\, GA\, 30097\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development,Economics,Featured,Innovation
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SUMMARY:North Metro International Investment Roundtable and Factory Tour 
DESCRIPTION:From tariffs\, unsteady alliances and visa restrictions to war in the Middle East\, international investors looking to boost their presence in the U.S. are facing an unpredictable geopolitical environment\, fraught with rising costs and shifting policies. \n\n\n\nStill\, many are overcoming turbulence to find a soft landing in the U.S.\, whose inertia as the world’s largest economy remains strong despite dings to its global reputation.  \n\n\n\nWith the SelectUSA Summit coming up in May\, Global Atlanta is convening international companies from the north metro area for a roundtable aimed at achieving deeper understanding about the challenges and opportunities they face when setting up shop in the U.S. — and how their host communities can better support them.  \n\n\n\nThis breakfast spotlight on global investors is organized by Global Atlanta\, sponsored by The Manely Firm and supported in part by the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce\, with CEO Alex Warner slated to give opening remarks.  \n\n\n\nKamstrup\, the Danish investor hosting the event\, is offering an optional factory tour after the discussion concludes.  \n\n\n\nSponsored by:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCompanies will discuss: \n\n\n\n\nFactors driving north-metro expansions\n\n\n\nPlanning for trade turbulence and overall economic uncertainty\n\n\n\nWorkforce issues\, from immigration to local hiring\n\n\n\nOngoing plans and how the community can support growth \n\n\n\n\nOpening remarks:  \n\n\n\n\nKourtney Bernard-Rance\, Managing Attorney\, Cumming Office\, The Manely Firm \n\n\n\n\n\nAlex Warner\, President and CEO\, Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce \n\n\n\n\nPanel moderated by Global Atlanta’s Trevor Williams:  \n\n\n\n\nBruce Bharat\, VP of Product Management\, Kamstrup\n\n\n\n(Others pending)\n\n\n\n\nWho should come:\n\n\n\n\nBinational chamber leaders and members\n\n\n\nExecutives and team members from globally oriented firms in tech\, manufacturing and beyond\n\n\n\nService-providers looking to deepen understanding of client needs\n\n\n\nEconomic development leaders aiming to better serve inbound investors \n\n\n\nAcademics or HR pros aiming to improve workforce preparation
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/north-metro-international-investment-roundtable-and-factory-tour/
LOCATION:Kamstrup Water Metering\, 2855 Forsyth Commerce Way #200\, Cumming\, Georgia\, 30040
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development,Europe,Family law,Featured,Foreign Direct Investment,Industry,Manufacturing,Technology
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SUMMARY:Gateway to Exports: 2026 Mexico Trade Mission
DESCRIPTION:The Georgia Department of Economic Development is pleased to invite you to take part in a business development trade mission to Mexico. Mexico offers growing opportunities across a variety of sectors and represents a strategic gateway to Latin America. \n\n\n\nIn 2024\, Georgia’s exports to Mexico totaled $6.4 billion\, making Mexico the state’s 2nd-largest export market. The mission will feature tailored B2B matchmaking\, in-country support\, opportunities to explore new supply chain connections\, and engagement with Latin American industry leaders and market experts. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or would like more information\, please contact Acaria Francis at afrancis@georgia.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo apply\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/gateway-to-exports-2026-mexico-trade-mission/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Economics,Industry,Latin America,Mexico
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SUMMARY:Consular Conversations Luncheon With New Swiss Consul General Rolf Ott
DESCRIPTION:Join Global Atlanta on June 4 for the next interview in the Consular Conversations series presented by Miller & Martin PLLC and hosted by the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce\, featuring Rolf Ott\, Consul General of Switzerland 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\nNon-Member Ticket: $30Gwinnett Chamber Member Ticket: $20Global Atlanta Passport Holder: FREE \n\n\n\nOur Featured Speaker:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRolf OttConsul General of Switzerland in Atlanta\nProfessional career at the Swiss Foreign Ministry: 10/2021 – 01/2026 Deputy Head of Mission\, Embassy of Switzerland in Bulgaria08/2017 – 08/2021 Deputy Head of Mission\, Embassy of Switzerland in the Czech Republic08/2013 – 07/2017 Deputy Head of Mission\, Embassy of Switzerland in Malaysia07/2010 – 06/2013 Deputy Head of Mission\, Embassy of Switzerland in the Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa) \n\n\n\n07/2006 – 06/2010 Deputy Regional Coordinator\, African Division\, Foreign Ministry Bern \n\n\n\n02/2003 – 06/2006 Consul\, Embassy of Switzerland in Colombia \n\n\n\n10/1989 – 01/2003 Consular training in Bern and Germany\, and assignments in France\, Cameroon\, and Italy \n\n\n\nEducational Background:1998 – 2002 Studies in Business Administration at the Scuola universitaria professionale della Svizzera italiana/SUPSI inLugano \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHosted By
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/consular-conversations-luncheon-with-new-swiss-consul-general-rolf-ott/
LOCATION:Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce\, 6500 Sugarloaf Pkwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30097\, United States
CATEGORIES:Consular Conversations,Diplomacy,Economic Development,Europe,Foreign Direct Investment,Policy,Switzerland,Technology,Trade
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SUMMARY:One-on-One Trade Meetings with Canada and Mexico Representatives
DESCRIPTION:Georgia companies have a unique opportunity to connect directly with the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s international trade representatives for Canada and Mexico through a series of one-on-one meetings in Atlanta.  \n\n\n\nThese sessions are designed to help businesses explore new market opportunities\, gain insight into local business practices\, and develop strategies for expanding internationally.  \n\n\n\nTrade representatives can assist Georgia companies with: \n\n\n\n\nCreating market assessments and entry strategies\n\n\n\nLocating and pre-qualifying appropriate partners and customers\n\n\n\nProviding free market insight and guidance on local business practices\n\n\n\nArranging in-country business appointments\n\n\n\n\nEach 25-minute session offers tailored\, practical support\, with limited availability on a first-come\, first-served basis.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/one-on-one-trade-meetings-with-canada-and-mexico-representatives/
LOCATION:Georgia Department of Economic Development\, 75 5th St NW Suite 1200\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Canada,Economic Development,Economics,International Markets,Marketing,Mexico,Trade
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SUMMARY:SEUS CP 2026
DESCRIPTION:The annual SEUS-CP Conference connects small and medium-sized manufacturers\, tech providers\, and procurement leaders from across the Southeast U.S. and Canadian provinces to explore new supply chain opportunities. Attendees can engage in targeted B2B meetings with companies actively seeking partners to diversify and expand their networks. The event features prominent anchor companies from all 12 SEUS-CP jurisdictions\, selected for their strong procurement needs and interest in regional and international collaboration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/seus-cp-2026/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development,Networking
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