BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Global Atlanta - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Global Atlanta REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T190000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240216T155542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T144804Z UID:10040089-1710435600-1710442800@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Across the Americas Reception: Meet Young Entrepreneurs From Nine Latin American and Caribbean Countries DESCRIPTION:As Atlanta hosts some of the brightest entrepreneurs from across the Americas this month\, Georgia Council for International Visitors and Global Atlanta are joining forces for an evening reception designed to help them expand their hemispheric networks in the city’s growing tech community. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a chance to meet and mingle with impressive young leaders from Colombia\, Guatemala\, Brazil\, the Bahamas\, Suriname\, Ecuador\, Antigua and Barbuda\, Mexico\, and the Dominican Republic at Constellations in downtown Atlanta’s Sweet Auburn District\, where we’ll share ideas and solutions over drinks and pan-Latin bites from Lottafrutta. \n\n\n\nThe 12 Atlanta participants were selected as part of the U.S. State Department’s Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative\, or YLAI\, a prestigious program bringing 280 under-35 social and business innovators to 19 cities across the U.S. \n\n\n\nHere\, they’ll be embedded in the innovation and nonprofit ecosystem for four weeks\, using the exchange to access training\, tools and networks that will bolster their organizations\, in turn strengthening social and economic development across the region. They’ll also garner feedback on pitches they’ve crafted to identify a solution to one of their enterprise’s most pressing problems. One will emerge as the “YLAI Ambassador” for Atlanta and will move on to represent the cohort nationally. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese high-impact entrepreneurs are active in the following sectors: \n\n\n\n\nEducation\n\n\n\nPoverty Reduction\n\n\n\nLife Coaching\n\n\n\nMarketing & Design\n\n\n\nMedia Production\n\n\n\nTravel & Hospitality\n\n\n\nMental Health Services\n\n\n\nAdvocacy\n\n\n\nHealth IT\n\n\n\nWaste Management & Recycling\n\n\n\nYouth Empowerment\n\n\n\nEnvironmental Advocacy\n\n\n\nFinancial Empowerment\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2024 YLAI Fellow Bios URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/across-the-americas-reception-2024/ LOCATION:Constellations\, 135 Auburn Avenue\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States CATEGORIES:Brazil,Caribbean,Colombia,Culture,Economic Development,Education,El Salvador,Entrepreneur,Entrepreneurship,Featured,Health,Humanitarian,Innovation,Investment,Investors,Latin America,Mexico,Networking,Trade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/GCIV-passport.png GEO:33.7552529;-84.3830755 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Constellations 135 Auburn Avenue Atlanta GA 30303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=135 Auburn Avenue:geo:-84.3830755,33.7552529 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T133000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240214T180200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T151730Z UID:10040085-1710243000-1710250200@www.globalatlanta.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Global-Atlanta-Passport.png ORGANIZER;CN="Global Atlanta":MAILTO:events@globalatlanta.com GEO:33.8486731;-84.3733132 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Atlanta Tech Village 3423 Piedmont Rd NE Atlanta GA 30305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3423 Piedmont Rd NE:geo:-84.3733132,33.8486731 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T150000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231217T044247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T204753Z UID:10039988-1708873200-1708873200@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:The King's Singers DESCRIPTION:The King’s Singers have represented the gold standard in a cappella singing on the world’s greatest stages for over fifty years. They are renowned for their connection and engagement with their audiences\, their unrivaled technique\, versatility and skill in performance\, and for their consummate musicianship\, drawing both on the group’s rich heritage and pioneering spirit to create an extraordinary wealth of original works and unique collaborations.The King’s Singers’ extensive discography has led to numerous awards including two Grammy Awards\, an Emmy Award\, and a place in Gramophone magazine’s inaugural Hall of Fame. As part of their 50th anniversary celebrations in 2018\, the group undertook a series of major tours worldwide\, supporting the release of a Grammy Award nominated anniversary album GOLD\, which featured important works in the group’s history and new commissions by Bob Chilcott\, John Rutter and Nico Muhly. The King’s Singers will be joined for a few songs by the GSU choir under the direction of Dr. Deanna Joseph. URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-kings-singers/ LOCATION:Rialto Center for the Arts\, 80 Forsyth Street NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture,Entertainment,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Rialto-Logo-.png GEO:33.7567449;-84.3894277 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Rialto Center for the Arts 80 Forsyth Street NW Atlanta GA 30303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=80 Forsyth Street NW:geo:-84.3894277,33.7567449 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T193000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240119T213041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T010332Z UID:10040031-1708803000-1708803000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:VOCES8 Concert at the Cathedral of St. Philip: Draw on Sweet Night DESCRIPTION:Join VOCES8\, the internationally renowned British vocal ensemble and YouTube sensations in concert at the Cathedral of St. Philip\, Atlanta \n\n\n\nA place inhabited by the moon and stars\, by solitude\, dreams\, fears and prayers\, the night has given us centuries of exquisite poetry and music. \n\n\n\nThis nocturnal program features a wide-ranging repertoire stretching from Venetian renaissance composer\, Giovanni Croce\, to the contemporary cross-genre American Pulitzer Prize winner\, Caroline Shaw\, and rising young English composer\, Kerensa Briggs. The sacred portion of the program takes us from the end of day into night\, praying for God’s protection during sleep and giving thanks for Christ the morning star. \n\n\n\nThe concert will also include selections from VOCES8 arrangements of pop and jazz feature swing tunes\, ballads\, and even James Bond songs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/voces8-draw-on-sweet-night/ LOCATION:The Cathedral of St Philip\, 2744 Peachtree Rd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/cathedral-events-logo.png GEO:33.8314983;-84.3856497 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Cathedral of St Philip 2744 Peachtree Rd NW Atlanta GA 30305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2744 Peachtree Rd NW:geo:-84.3856497,33.8314983 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T133000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240205T182154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T202513Z UID:10040066-1708689600-1708695000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Moldova: Russia’s Next Target? Luncheon Discussion with Ambassador Viorel Ursu DESCRIPTION:Uniquely situated\, Moldova is at the crossroads of an international crisis. Confronted with war on its doorstep and Russia threatening  interference in its internal affairs\, the Republic of Moldova faces a complex and difficult future as it strives to move toward European integration.  \n\n\n\nMoldovan roots can be traced back to the 1350’s but modern-day\, independent Moldova was only recognized by the US 33 years ago. This “new” nation has all the makings of growth and prosperity but with Putin’s dark cloud hanging overhead the country may be over before it gets started.  \n\n\n\nJoin Ambassador Viorel Ursu as he discusses how Moldova struggles to maintain stability and peace while supporting Ukraine in its fight for freedom and democracy. The survival of Moldova as a sovereign state is not just in the interest of Europe but in the broader global concerns of the United States as well. In addition\, we’ll be enjoying Moldovan wines during lunch as a special treat from the Ambassador! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nViorel Ursu\, Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to the United States of America\nAmbassador Ursu has worked for two decades in the field of international development assistance and academia. He has deep expertise in European\, Trans-Atlantic and Eurasian affairs\, with a focus on democratic practice\, diplomatic relations\, human rights\, anti-corruption\, media\, and civil society development. \n\n\n\nBefore assuming his current duties\, since 2014\, Ursu served as Division Director for Europe and Eurasia at the Open Society Foundations in London\, UK. Ursu spent over a decade in Brussels\, Belgium\, as a Senior Policy Analyst at the Open Society European Policy Institute\, where he developed deep knowledge and practice of the European Union’s policymaking and funding mechanisms. Prior to his move abroad\, Ursu was a lecturer of International Law and Human Rights at the Moldova State University\, which he graduated in 1997. During 1999-2002\, Mr. Ursu managed the establishment of a Master’s Degree in EU Law and Human Rights at the Law School of the Moldova State University with the support of the EU-TEMPUS Program. Ursu is also a graduate of the College of Europe from Warsaw\, with a Master in European Studies and EU Law. He received his initial training at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova in 1996-97. Over the years he pursued studying programs at University of Fribourg\, Switzerland\, Montesquieu University\, France\, University of Navarra\, Spain\, and Harvard University\, USA. Ursu grew up in Chișinău\, where he received his primary and secondary education at the Romanian-French Lyceum.  Ambassador Ursu speaks Romanian\, French\, English\, and Russian. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/moldova-russians-next-target-with-ambassador-viorel-ursu/ LOCATION:Capital City Club\, 7 John Portman Boulevard Northwest\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States CATEGORIES:Democracy,Diplomacy,Featured,International affairs,international relations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Event-Calendar-Logos-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Atlanta Council on International Relations":MAILTO:info@atlantacir.org GEO:33.7612456;-84.3879488 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Capital City Club 7 John Portman Boulevard Northwest Atlanta GA 30303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7 John Portman Boulevard Northwest:geo:-84.3879488,33.7612456 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T203000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240124T031640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T211446Z UID:10040044-1708623000-1708633800@www.globalatlanta.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Lunar-new-year-business-forum-logo-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Office of International Initiatives at Georgia State University":MAILTO:oii@gsu.edu GEO:33.847189;-84.3685999 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Buckhead Club 3344 Peachtree Rd NE Atlanta GA 30326 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3344 Peachtree Rd NE:geo:-84.3685999,33.847189 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T133000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231220T044916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T204443Z UID:10039990-1708430400-1708435800@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Consular Conversations Luncheon: India DESCRIPTION:Join Global Atlanta Feb. 20 for the next interview in the Consular Conversations series presented by Miller & Martin PLLC\, featuring Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan\, Consul General of India in Atlanta. \nThe discussion will include a one-on-one interview with the Global Atlanta Managing Editor\, Trevor Williams\, followed by a moderated audience Q&A. A follow-up of the event will be published in an article following the discussion. \nPotential Discussion topics include: \n\nMr. Lakshmanan’s role in India’s hosting of the G20 summit\nHow India became Georgia’s fastest-growing trading partner\nHow shifting global supply chains are benefiting India\nFintech\, film and other complementary sectors\nAgricultural trade between India and the Southeast U.S.\nReflections on inbound Indian delegations and Republic Day celebrations\nGrowing security ties\, defense trade and political interest from Georgia.\n\nRead Global Atlanta’s recent coverage of Mr. Lakshmanan’s arrival: After Helping Organize G20\, New Indian Consul General Lands in Atlanta \n\n\nPresented by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Our Speaker: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShri Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan\, Consul General of India\nShri Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan is a career diplomat and joined the Indian Foreign Service in the year 2005. Prior to joining as Consul General of India at Atlanta\, he served in Ministry of External Affairs in various capacities. He has served as Joint Secretary (Summits) looking after the operation aspects of G20 Meetings during India’s G20 Presidency. While heading Rapid Response Cell Division\, as an additional charge\, he was in-charge of the Ministry of External Affairs’ control room during the Operation Ganga. He also served as Director in Administration & Human Resources\, and Policy Planning Divisions. \n\n\n\nDuring his previous overseas diplomatic assignments\, he served in various positions at Indian Missions in Moscow\, Dushanbe\, Paris and Colombo handling Political\, Commercial and Cultural aspects of relations. During his last tenure in New Delhi (2011 to 2013)\, he was a Desk Officer for the southern African countries in Africa Division.  \n\n\n\nHe holds master’s degree in Science faculty.  \n\n\n\nHe is married to S. Renuga Devi\, who is Occupational Therapist by profession and has a daughter and a son. URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/consular-conversations-luncheon-india/ LOCATION:Miller and Martin\, 1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30309\, United States CATEGORIES:Diplomacy,Featured,India ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Global-Atlanta-Passport.png ORGANIZER;CN="Global Atlanta":MAILTO:events@globalatlanta.com GEO:33.7869925;-84.3883035 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Miller and Martin 1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100 Atlanta GA 30309 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100:geo:-84.3883035,33.7869925 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T110000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240120T205034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T142843Z UID:10040035-1707994800-1707994800@www.globalatlanta.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/GSU-Ciber-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T180000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240108T145742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T214530Z UID:10040000-1707987600-1708106400@www.globalatlanta.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/UIBS.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240105T232129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240122T203134Z UID:10039999-1707436800-1708214399@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Coco Chanel: The Life of a Fashion Icon DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed Belgian-Colombian choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s original full-length narrative ballet Coco Chanel: The Life of a Fashion Icon will delve into the complex life of one of the 20th century’s most intriguing iconoclasts. The woman who launched a global fashion empire\, Coco Chanel redefined the world of fashion and more than a century later her legacy continues. That legacy is defined in part by Chanel’s brilliant designs\, shrewd business acumen\, and glamorous lifestyle; it is also defined by immorality and opportunism in her rise to the top. URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/coco-chanel-the-life-of-a-fashion-icon/ LOCATION:Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre\, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30339\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture,Entertainment,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Atlanta-Ballet-Logo-1.png GEO:33.8846554;-84.4591061 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy Atlanta GA 30339 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy:geo:-84.4591061,33.8846554 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240111T204302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T184701Z UID:10040009-1707415200-1707422400@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Fifth Annual Global Trade & Investment Symposium in Macon DESCRIPTION:Interested in understanding how the world comes to Georgia? \n\n\n\nJoin Christopher N. Smith\, Attorney at Law and Global Atlanta for the Fifth Annual Statewide Global Trade and Investment Symposium in Macon\, where we’ll unpack the intricate connections between the state and the global economy. \n\n\n\nThe evening discussion and reception 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. \n\n\n\nNow in its fifth year\, the symposium regularly attracts more than 100 registrants from all over the state to enjoy a night of networking and knowledge. \n\n\n\nThis year\, we’ll focus in on Korean investment in the state\, gaining views from economic development professionals\, foreign companies\, diplomats and exporters. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome Remarks:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSanghoon LeeConsul\, Global Trade & Economic Affairs\, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Atlanta\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Panelists:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJae KimPresident\, Southeast US Korea Chamber of Commerce\nJae Kim is President of The Southeast U.S. Korean Chamber of Commerce\, with responsibilities to lead the organization. Also\, as Board Director\, he has responsibilities to organize board meetings to drive promotion and development of the organization’s mission and objectives\, including management of membership\, events\, and activities. He is Senior Manager at Aprio\, LLP with 14 years of experience. He has expertise in bridging international relationships\, with a focus on U.S.-Korea cross-border investments and economic ties. Prior to joining Aprio\, LLP he had worked for Fortune 500 companies such as Deloitte\, Roche\, and Johnson & Johnson. \n\n\n\nHe graduated with a Masters Science in Accounting from Indiana University\, Kelley School of Business\, and a B.S. in Business Administration – Accounting from Butler University\, Lacy School of Business. Born in Seoul\, South Korea\, he lived and grew-up in Zimbabwe and South Africa for over 10 years as an Expat family as part of Daewoo Corporation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid HughesGeneral Manager at Dinex Emission LLC\nDavid Hughes\, serving as the General Manager of the US facility\, plays a pivotal role in the company’s operations and growth in the American market. With a wealth of experience and expertise\, David oversees the day-to-day activities of the US branch\, ensuring a seamless connection between the company’s global vision and its local operations. His dedication to customer service and innovation aligns perfectly with Dinex Emission’s core values\, contributing to the company’s reputation for exceptional performance and reliability. As the US facility continues to expand and drive the company’s revenue growth\, David’s leadership and commitment are instrumental in achieving this vision while maintaining a strong focus on environmental responsibility and compliance with emission standards. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristy PlottExecutive Director\, American Tanning & Leather\nChristy Plott brings a heartfelt dedication to conservation and a keen entrepreneurial mindset to the exotic leather industry. As a partner and creative director at American Tanning and Leather\, she contributes to the family business’s growth and success\, now in its fifth generation. The company\, under her guidance\, has been recognized among the University of Georgia’s top 100 fastest growing Bulldog Businesses\, reflecting its steady development and international reach in leather exports and trade show participation. \n\n\n\nChristy’s educational journey includes an MBA from Wesleyan College\, where she graduated Summa cum laude\, and a bachelor’s degree in International Business from the University of Georgia\, leading to her inclusion in UGA’s Top 40 Under 40 Alumni list. She continues to stay connected with the university community as a member of the Alumni Board of Directors. \n\n\n\nIn her professional life\, Christy holds roles on the boards of the International Crocodilian Farmers Association and the Natural Fibers Alliance\, where she contributes insights toward more sustainable practices. As a member of the Accessories Council of New York\, she advocates for the mindful conservation and use of alligators and crocodiles. \n\n\n\nChristy also applies her expertise in crocodilian conservation as the Industry Vice Chair for the IUCN Crocodile Specialist Group. Additionally\, she works as a consultant for the CITES treaty and represents the alligator industry for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Her commitment to wildlife conservation is further demonstrated through her involvement with Blood Origins\, a nonprofit organization focused on these efforts. \n\n\n\nOutside her professional commitments\, Christy enjoys the simplicity and beauty of camping and outdoor activities. She resides in Weatherford\, Texas\, and Griffin\, Georgia\, with her fiancé\, Trey Gilmore\, who is the Men’s Design Director at Lucchese Boot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n\n6:00 – 6:15 PM: Arrival and Networking at Pierce Chapel\n\n\n\n6:15 – 6:20 PM: Welcome Remarks\n\n\n\n6:20 – 7:00 PM: Moderated panel discussion\n\n\n\n7:00 – 7:10 PM: Moderated Q&A session\n\n\n\n7:10 – 8:00 PM: Reception in Burden Parlor\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristopher N. Smith\, LLC\, Attorney at Law \n\n\n\n\nHosted by: URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/save-the-date-fifth-annual-international-investment-trade-symposium-in-macon/ LOCATION:Wesleyan College Pierce Chapel\, 4760 Forsyth Rd\, Macon\, GA\, 31210\, United States CATEGORIES:Africa,Canada,Economic Development,Europe,Export,Featured,Foreign Direct Investment,Industry,Investment,Latin America,Manufacturing,Middle East / North Africa,South Korea,Symposium,Trade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Global-Atlanta-Passport.png GEO:32.8742834;-83.7137178 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Wesleyan College Pierce Chapel 4760 Forsyth Rd Macon GA 31210 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4760 Forsyth Rd:geo:-83.7137178,32.8742834 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T190000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240111T195416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T172921Z UID:10040008-1707238800-1707246000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Export Stories: Hear How Cobb Companies Are Succeeding in International Trade DESCRIPTION:At home in the world’s biggest market\, expanding sales internationally can seem a bridge too far for many U.S. companies. \n\n\n\nBut for every firm whose anxiety or apathy causes them to miss cross-border opportunities\, there’s another finding lucrative customers around the world. \n\n\n\nFrom software royalties and franchise fees to manufactured inputs and consumer products\, sellers of both goods and services in Cobb County and beyond have learned to overcome real risks to seize the innovative edge\, financial diversification and brand cachet that can come with exporting done right. \n\n\n\nJoin Select Cobb and Global Atlanta for a panel discussion where tales of export success from local pioneers will help you take the first (or next) step toward crafting and implementing your international strategy.This event is free for future and current exporters and Global Atlanta Passport Holders. \n\n\n\nOur Speakers:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill KentDirector\, Inside SalesSouthwire\nWill Kent leads the international commercial teams andglobal industrial customer service teams. He began his career at Southwire in 2013 as senior product development engineer. His next role was Operations Manager in one of Southwire’s manufacturing plants. Will transitioned to the commercial team in 2018 when he became the Director\, Inside Salessupporting the international business unit. In 2019 he broadened his experience as he became the Director\, Inside Sales for the industrial business unit which includes responsibility for the global customer service teams supporting OEM\, IWC and the strategic industrial global accounts. \n\n\n\nWill earned a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree from Auburn University and an MBA from University of West Georgia. He currently lives in Carrollton\, GA with his wife and 2 sons. Outside of work he enjoys coaching youth soccer\, traveling\, snow skiing\, golfing\, and attending Auburn sportingevents. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn DanielCo-founder & Executive Vice President of Global Partnerships and Business Development\, ProgenaCare Global\, LLC\nJohn L. Daniel\, Co-founder/Executive Vice President of Global Business Development of ProgenaCare Global.  Dedicated to building sustainable global relationships\, John has created partnerships in multiple countries on four continents\, most recently in Ukraine. He is an experienced new business developer with a demonstrated history of working in the medical device\, regenerative medicine and biotechnology industries.  With patient care at the center of all he does\, he is tirelessly bringing healing innovation to healthcare providers one relationship at a time. \n\n\n\nA Georgia native\, born to a Spanish mother and globe-trotting father\, John has held a lifelong global mindset. His relentless curiosity and affinity for relationship building fuels his entrepreneurial spirit.  Early on\, John was provided resources & freedom to build global businesses in innovative ways\, and has leveraged these early learnings throughout his career.  \n\n\n\nJohn holds an Industrial Engineering degree from Southern Polytechnic State University and Masters of Business Administration\, Management of Technology from Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrancesca Evans Vice President of International Sales\, Americo Manufacturing\nFrancesca Evans is the Vice President of International Sales at Americo Manufacturing Company. Hired into this role in November 2016 due to her 20 years of international sales and operations experience\, she cultivates partnerships with customers around the world and pursues opportunities through new business development. \n\n\n\nEvans grew up bilingual and speaks English\, Italian\, French\, Mandarin and Dutch fluently. She earned her B.A. in East Asian Studies from the University of Virginia\, with one year abroad studying Mandarin at National Taiwan Normal University. Later\, she completed a graduate certificate program at Johns Hopkins University-Nanjing Center\, one of only 30 US students selected for a year-long intensive study of China with courses taught in Mandarin by Chinese professors. \n\n\n\nImpressed with the energy and opportunities in Taiwan\, Evans returned to Taipei after graduating from college to launch her career in international business. She learned trading basics in an import-export company and then accepted the role of Export Manager with a Taiwanese label manufacturer\, representing the company at shows around the world and developing new export markets. \n\n\n\nEvans continued to broaden her skills and contacts in the label and packaging industry\, working with companies in Asia\, Europe and the United States. She was recruited to found Signatiss S.A.\, the Dah Mei Group’s first factory in Europe and was instrumental in the setup of the facility. She then continued as the European Marketing and Sales Manager for about five years where she established accounts and grew sales throughout France\, Germany and the Benelux. \n\n\n\nIn a similar role for the SML Group\, Evans remained in Europe for another five years\, targeting clients with global production sites for maximum benefit to the Group’s 21 production facilities. After six years in Asia and ten in Europe\, Evans moved back to the USA and continued to work for SML. There she fostered relationships with major brands including Walmart and Under Armour\, handling product development and global account management for labels and packaging\, which were beginning to incorporate RFID inlays for inventory management. \n\n\n\nFrancesca enjoys hiking\, horseback riding\, travel\, reading and learning about different cultures andcuisines. She has two daughters\, one pursuing her degree at the University of Georgia\, and the other at Georgia Tech. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuido Adriaenssens\, President & Owner\, WOW Motorcycles\nGuido Adriaenssens\, born in Belgium in 1954\, is the President and Owner of WOW Motorcycles\, America’s Largest and Best Used Motorcycles/Powersports Dealership. His journey in the business world began with a foundation in international business and languages. \n\n\n\nGuido’s early career saw him as a traveling salesperson in the Middle East\, promoting aluminum semi-products manufactured in Belgium. In 1979\, he transitioned to a role with the Belgian Trade Promotion Office\, serving at Belgian embassies in Latin America before eventually moving to Atlanta. \n\n\n\nIn 1991\, Guido Adriaenssens started his own trading and export company: WORLD ON WHEELS INTERNATIONAL INC. As the company evolved\, it streamlined its focus toward the export of motorcycles\, cars\, and related products\, earning a global reputation under the name WOW Motorcycles. Guido’s leadership has enabled WOW Motorcycles to successfully export to over 50 countries. \n\n\n\nIn addition to its global exports\, WOW Motorcycles\, under Guido’s guidance\, has expanded its portfolio to include the import of vintage vehicles. On the domestic front\, WOW has flourished as a leader in the USA retail market\, particularly as an independent reseller of used power sports equipment. The company\, situated in a brand new 60\,000 sq ft facility on Cobb Pkwy in Marietta\, employs approximately 50 people. Guido Adriaenssens’ entrepreneurial spirit and dedication have played a pivotal role in WOW Motorcycles’ success and growth in the competitive world of power sports. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGlobal Atlanta’s Export Background:This event builds on the established Export Stories framework that has led to multiple special reports on Georgia-based exporters by Global Atlanta. Managing Editor Trevor Williams\, who has written extensively on international trade\, serves on the board of the Georgia District Export Council and as a judge for the Atlanta Metro Export Challenge. Global Atlanta is a winner of the President’s E Award for Export Service\, presented to the company by the U.S. Commerce Department in 2014. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView the panel from last year here: URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/export-stories-hear-how-cobb-companies-are-engaging-with-international-trade/ LOCATION:Cobb Chamber of Commerce\, 1100 Circle 75 Parkway Suite 1000\, Atlanta\, 30339\, Georgia CATEGORIES:Africa,Asia,Canada,Economic Development,Europe,Export,Featured,Latin America,Logistics,Manufacturing,Middle East / North Africa,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/SelectCobb-2.png GEO:33.8897467;-84.46537 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cobb Chamber of Commerce 1100 Circle 75 Parkway Suite 1000 Atlanta 30339 Georgia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1100 Circle 75 Parkway Suite 1000:geo:-84.46537,33.8897467 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T110000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240124T022344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T214423Z UID:10040041-1706603400-1706612400@www.globalatlanta.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/MJV-rethink-logo-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="MJV Technology & Innovation":MAILTO:atl@mjvinnovation.com GEO:33.8469087;-84.3681728 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Buckhead Club 3344 Peachtree Road NE Suite 2600 Atlanta GA 30326 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3344 Peachtree Road NE Suite 2600:geo:-84.3681728,33.8469087 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T090000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20240104T221413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T210414Z UID:10039995-1704958200-1704963600@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Expert Forecast: Navigating a Shifting Global Economy in 2024 DESCRIPTION:Ongoing wars in Europe and the Middle East. Supply chain reshuffling. Inflation at home. Energy transitions abroad. A global AI arms race and constant tech disruption — No shortage of challenges await investors and executives as we round the corner into 2024. \nJoin Morgan Stanley Wealth Management and Global Atlanta to gain deep insights into the macroeconomic trends affecting trade and investment and learn how to navigate the ever-shifting tides of the global economy in this new year. \n \n \n\n \n \nAbout the speaker:  \n \n \nBrian Levitt is a Global Market Strategist at Invesco. In this role\, he is responsible for the development and communication of the firm’s investment outlooks and insights for North America. Brian is the author of Invesco’s Compelling Wealth Management Conversations\, a program that helps investors manage their emotions and stick to their investment plans. He also authored the firm’s Financial Literacy program and works extensively with families to educate on personal finance. Brian co-hosts Invesco’s “Greater Possibilities” podcast. He joined Invesco when the firm combined with OppenheimerFunds in 2019.  \n \n \nVisit Brian on LinkedIn and Twitter URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/expert-forecast-navigating-a-shifting-global-economy-in-2024/ LOCATION:Morgan Stanley Buckhead\, 3280 Peachtree Rd NE Suite 1900\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305 CATEGORIES:Economic Forecasting,Economics,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Event-Calendar-Logos-6.png GEO:33.8443304;-84.3710948 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Morgan Stanley Buckhead 3280 Peachtree Rd NE Suite 1900 Atlanta GA 30305;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3280 Peachtree Rd NE Suite 1900:geo:-84.3710948,33.8443304 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T180000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231117T175055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T153119Z UID:10039983-1702404000-1702404000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Japan-America Society's 2023 Bonenkai Holiday Celebration Gala DESCRIPTION:As a part of the Society’s winter tradition\, JASG will be celebrating the holidays at the 43rd Bonenkai Holiday Dinner Gala on December 12\, 2023\, at the Piedmont Driving Club. This year’s dinner promises to be an evening you will not want to miss with the Consul General of Japan in Atlanta presenting the Foreign Minister of Japan’s 2023 Commendation Award to JASG Chair Emeritus\, Mr. Charles Ganz. The dinner will also feature a networking cocktail reception\, silent auction\, door prizes\, and performances by Junko Fujiyama and the Suzuki School of Violin. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/2023-bonenkai-holiday-celebration-gala/ LOCATION:Piedmont Driving Club\, 1215 Piedmont Ave NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30309\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Gala,Holiday,Japan,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/jasg-events-logo.png GEO:33.788038;-84.3767072 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Piedmont Driving Club 1215 Piedmont Ave NE Atlanta GA 30309 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1215 Piedmont Ave NE:geo:-84.3767072,33.788038 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T193000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231108T051205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T202915Z UID:10039969-1702063800-1702063800@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:6th Annual Holiday Concert by members of the Atlanta Symphony Brass  DESCRIPTION:Friends of Cathedral Music presents the 6th annual Holiday Concert by members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s brass and percussion sections in the sublime acoustical surroundings of the Cathedral of St. Philip\, Atlanta. The program will feature traditional holiday carols and beloved standards from the symphonic orchestra repertoire in magnificent arrangements for brass ensemble and percussion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/6th-annual-holiday-concert-by-members-of-the-atlanta-symphony-brass/ LOCATION:The Cathedral of St. Philip\, 2744 Peachtree Rd. NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/cathedral-events-logo-1.jpg GEO:33.8314983;-84.3856497 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Cathedral of St. Philip 2744 Peachtree Rd. NW Atlanta GA 30305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2744 Peachtree Rd. NW:geo:-84.3856497,33.8314983 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231226T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231206T214155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T143153Z UID:10039986-1701993600-1703635199@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:The Atlanta Ballet Presents The Nutcracker DESCRIPTION:The magical world of The Nutcracker returns to Cobb Energy Centre this December. Atlanta Ballet’s larger-than-life production is a winter wonderland where falling snowflakes\, twirling flowers and spinning stars guide Marie and her Nutcracker Prince through a dream-like world of delights – amplified by traditional stage magic and state-of-the-art technology. \nThe run time of The Nutcracker is 2 hours and 8 minutes\, inclusive of a 25-minute intermission. URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-atlanta-ballet-presents-the-nutcracker/ LOCATION:Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre\, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30339\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture,Dance,Entertainment,Featured,Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Atlanta-Ballet-Logo.png GEO:33.8846554;-84.4591061 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy Atlanta GA 30339 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy:geo:-84.4591061,33.8846554 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T133000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231025T141731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T064931Z UID:10038649-1701777600-1701783000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Consular Conversations Luncheon: El Salvador DESCRIPTION:Join Global Atlanta on Tuesday\, December 5 for another interview in the Consular Conversations series presented by Miller & Martin PLLC\, featuring Monica Marin Cruz\, Consul General of El Salvador in Atlanta and representatives from the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to report on their recent trade mission to El Salvador. \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. A follow-up of the event will be published in an article following the discussion.  \n\n\n\nDiscussion topics include: \n\n\n\n\nReflections on recent trade mission \n\n\n\nEl Salvador’s business/investment reforms \n\n\n\nGoogle Cloud partnership and efforts to boost the country as a tech hub \n\n\n\nEffects of crypto acceptance as legal tender\n\n\n\nTourism opportunities\n\n\n\nU.S. role in stemming migration from the Northern Triangle\n\n\n\n\nPresented by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn collaboration with: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/2023-consular-conversations-luncheon-el-salvador/ LOCATION:Miller and Martin\, 1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30309\, United States CATEGORIES:Diplomacy,El Salvador,Featured,Latin America,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Global-Atlanta.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Global Atlanta":MAILTO:events@globalatlanta.com GEO:33.7869925;-84.3883035 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Miller and Martin 1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100 Atlanta GA 30309 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100:geo:-84.3883035,33.7869925 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T170000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231114T063541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T063356Z UID:10039975-1701516600-1701536400@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Atlanta International School's Annual German Christmas Market DESCRIPTION:Get ready to ring in the holiday season with the ultimate Christmas shopping experience at our 2023 AIS German Christmas Market! \n\n\n\nEvery year the Atlanta International School hosts a traditional German Christmas Market for our students\, their families\, the associated school community\, and the surrounding Atlanta neighborhoods. This market is an extension of AIS’s mission\, where language learning\, multicultural understanding\, and diversity are embraced.The German Christmas Market is held on Atlanta International School’s 13.5-acre campus in the Garden Hills neighborhood of Atlanta’s Buckhead district. Our 2023 market will be held on Saturday\, December 2nd from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  This is a well-loved annual tradition that is organized by the AIS Deutsch Connection parent club.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Details URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ais-german-christmas-market/ LOCATION:Atlanta International School\, 2890 N. Fulton Drive NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Featured,Germany,Holiday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/AISLogos_WhiteOnBlue-1-e1693574586291.jpg GEO:33.8334273;-84.3797046 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Atlanta International School 2890 N. Fulton Drive NE Atlanta GA 30305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2890 N. Fulton Drive NE:geo:-84.3797046,33.8334273 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T133000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231122T122245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T162420Z UID:10039984-1701345600-1701351000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Georgia and Japan: 50 Years of Commerce and Culture — Debriefing on the 2023 SEUS-Japan Conference DESCRIPTION:In October\, a nearly 50-strong delegation of business and economic development leaders from Georgia visited Tokyo for the first conference the Southeast U.S.-Japan Association has held there in five years. \nWhile the high-level conclave included some insightful content and intense networking\, Georgia had a further milestone to celebrate: the 50th anniversary of its Japan office. \nJoin Global Atlanta\, Baker Donelson and the Japan-America Society of Georgia for a debriefing luncheon to hear from some of delegates who made the trip\, including Managing Editor Trevor Williams\, whose Dispatches will be released as a special report during the event. \nThrough an interactive conversation and Q&A\, you’ll deepen your knowledge of the state’s multifaceted cultural and commercial connections with Japan\, hearing from delegates who used the occasion to fan out around the country to places like… \n\nTokyo — where SEUS was held\, Georgia hosted a reception at the Peninsula Hotel to mark 50 years\, and Global Atlanta visited three companies representing various stages of the investment relationship\n\n\nMiyoshi — where the Peace Bell at The Carter Center originated and where delegates tasted Carter’s Peanuts and Japanese hospitality at Konu’s Jimmy Carter Center Center\n\n\nHiroshima — where members of the group meditated on peace while visiting the museum and memorial to atomic bomb victims\n\n\nOsaka — where a Georgia group continued to thank existing investors and recruit new companies to the state.\n\n\nFukuoka\, Atlanta’s Japanese sister city — Where seeds of collaboration were planted in tech and beyond\n\nConfirmed speakers include:  \nSponsor remarks: Bob Johnson\, immigration attorney\, Baker Donelson\, and board member of the Japan-America Society of Georgia \n\nTrevor Williams\, Managing Editor\, Global Atlanta (moderator)\nJim Whitcomb\, Chair\, Japan-America Society of Georgia\nJessica Cork\, VP of Community Engagement and Communications at YKK\, who was honored with the Busbee Award\nMellissa Takeuchi\, Project Manager\, Georgia Department of Economic Development URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/georgia-japan-50-years-of-commerce-and-culture/ LOCATION:Baker Donelson\, Monarch Plaza 3414 Peachtree Road\, N.E. Suite 1500\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30326\, United States CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Featured,Japan,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Global-Atlanta-1.png GEO:33.8502328;-84.3640217 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Baker Donelson Monarch Plaza 3414 Peachtree Road N.E. Suite 1500 Atlanta GA 30326 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Monarch Plaza 3414 Peachtree Road\, N.E. Suite 1500:geo:-84.3640217,33.8502328 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231117T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231224T210000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20230921T071352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T171123Z UID:10038608-1700218800-1703451600@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Atlanta Christkindl Market in Buckhead DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the holiday season with the Atlanta Christkindl Market\, a unique fusion of traditional German festivities and the vibrant spirit of Atlanta. From delicious culinary delights to handcrafted treasures\, immerse yourself in an enchanting world where old-world charm intertwines with the modern energy of this bustling city. \n\n\n\nWe will also be featuring live music\, photos with Santa Claus and other fun\, interactive events to be announced. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/atlanta-christkindl-market-in-buckhead/ LOCATION:Buckhead Village District\, 290 East Paces Ferry Road NE/Peachtree Road NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture,Featured,Germany ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/CKM-2021-logo-small.jpeg GEO:33.8389968;-84.3776162 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Buckhead Village District 290 East Paces Ferry Road NE/Peachtree Road NE Atlanta GA 30305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=290 East Paces Ferry Road NE/Peachtree Road NE:geo:-84.3776162,33.8389968 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T100000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231113T135555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T144601Z UID:10039974-1700125200-1700128800@www.globalatlanta.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Cobb_CMYK_Brandmark_SelectCobb_FullColor-scaled-1-e1695153680859.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T120000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231108T045731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T175411Z UID:10039968-1699873200-1699876800@www.globalatlanta.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/GSU-CIBER.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T220000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231006T145602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T220953Z UID:10038625-1699714800-1699740000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Flamenco Black DESCRIPTION:Flamenco Black combines the art of flamenco\, contemporary dance\, and traditions of the African Diaspora. Dances reflect African influences on flamenco in the New World. This important and little-known aspect of flamenco demonstrates – on two sides of the Atlantic Ocean – ways in which communities are connected across geography and history. It is a surprising element of flamenco\, an art form that for many is synonymous with Spanish culture and its Moorish and Romani influences. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/flamenco-black/ LOCATION:Emory University Performing Arts Studio\, 1804 N Decatur Rd.\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30307\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Featured,Spain ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/AFF-events-logo.jpg GEO:33.7908617;-84.3173579 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Emory University Performing Arts Studio 1804 N Decatur Rd. Atlanta GA 30307 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1804 N Decatur Rd.:geo:-84.3173579,33.7908617 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231102T125543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T065538Z UID:10039966-1699516800-1699524000@www.globalatlanta.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Global-Atlanta.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Global Atlanta":MAILTO:events@globalatlanta.com GEO:33.7582088;-84.3830549 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=CARE USA Headquarters 151 Ellis St. NE Atlanta 30303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=151 Ellis St. NE:geo:-84.3830549,33.7582088 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T100000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231024T204735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T173854Z UID:10038647-1699515000-1699524000@www.globalatlanta.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/hkaa-events-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T140000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231020T174212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T020752Z UID:10039959-1699432200-1699452000@www.globalatlanta.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/sam-nunn-events-logo.jpg GEO:33.7784028;-84.3867147 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Historic Academy of Medicine at Georgia Tech in Midtown Atlanta 875 W Peachtree St NW Atlanta GA 30309 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=875 W Peachtree St NW:geo:-84.3867147,33.7784028 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T220000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20230922T173803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T150840Z UID:10038610-1699122600-1699135200@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:SAWA 10th Anniversary Gala and Awards DESCRIPTION:The South African Women’s Alliance (SAWA) has promoted South African tourism\, arts and culture through the film\, fashion\, and music industries. This year’s gala will feature the Ndlovu Youth Choir who gained world fame when they appeared as finalists on America’s Got Talent in 2019. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured speakers at this year’s gala include Felicia Mabuza-Suttle\, South African businesswoman and Talk-show host; Ayanda Dlodlo\, Executive Director-World Bank and Former South African Minister of State Security; Reverend Nontombi Naomi Tutu\, Film Producer and daughter of Archbishop of Desmond Tutu. \n\n\n\nThe annual GALA awards are organized to honor the incredible women who have made significant contributions to the community and served as role models. These women inspire the community with their enduring contributions. At this year’s Annual Gala\, SAWA is proud to honor Connie Chiume\, Actress and Filmmaker; Billye Aaron\, Television Host; and Louis Gosset Jr.\, Actor. \n\n\n\nHost/ Speakers at the SAWA GALA 2023\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFelicia Mabuza-Suttle (Host)Business Woman & Talk Show Host \n\n\n\nFelicia Mabuza-Suttle\, is an international award-winning entrepreneur\, an inspirational speaker\,an author\, and a philanthropist. She is President and co-owner of Leadership Success International\, LLC\, an organization that specializes in executive leadership training and business communications. Mabuza-Suttle is an Advisory Board Member of Shared Interest in New York. The South African Broadcast Corporation (SABC) also named her among the “100 Great South Africans.” \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAyanda Dlodlo (Speaker)Executive Director-World Bank and Former South African Minister of State Security. \n\n\n\nAyanda Dlodlo is a South African politician and former cabinet minister. A former member of Umkhonto we Sizwe\, she became a Member of Parliament for the African National Congress (ANC) in 2009. Thereafter\, she was appointed Minister of Communications (2017)\, Minister of Home Affairs (2017–2018)\, Minister of Public Service and Administration (2018–2019\, 2021–2022)\, and Minister of State Security (2019–2021). In April 2022\, she resigned from government to take up a directorship at the World Bank. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu (Speaker) Film producer and Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s Daughter \n\n\n\nThe Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu knew from early in life that the one thing she would never be is a priest. She has always said\, “I have my father’s nose\, I do not want his job” However\, after years spent as a development consultant\, educator and race and gender activist she accepted her call to ordained ministry. She is an Episcopal priest who most recently was Associate Rector at All Saints\, Beverly Hills. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHonorees of the GALA Awards\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nConnie Chiume (Legend Award Recipient)Actress and Film Maker \n\n\n\nConnie Chiume is a world renowned award winning actress\, motivational speaker\, programme director\, presenter\, mother and grandmother. She has become an icon in both the international and South African film industry with features on blockbuster movies such as Black Panther and Beyoncé’s film “Black Is King” \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBillye Aaron (Impact Award Recipient)American Television Host Award \n\n\n\nBillye Aaron is an American television host who is notable as the first African-American woman in the southeastern United States to regularly co-host a television show\, starting with her debut on “Today in Georgia”\, in 1968. Billye went on to host her own show\, ‘Billye’. Co-founder of Hank Aaron Chasing the Dream Foundation. Founder of UNCF Masked Ball \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLouis Gossett Jr. (Proclamation Award Recipient)American Actor​ \n\n\n\nLouis Cameron Gossett Jr. is an American actor best known for his role in An Officer and a Gentleman.. Born in Coney Island\, Brooklyn\, New York City\, he had his stage debut at the age of 17\, in a school production of You Can’t Take It with You. Shortly after he successfully auditioned for the Broadway play Take a Giant Step. Gossett would go on acting on stage. He was the first African-American male to win an Oscar in a supporting role; the second black male to win for acting; and\, the third African- American actor to win overall. Gossett also appeared in films such as The Principal\, The Deep and Jaws 3-D\, in a film career that spans over five decades. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe event will also pay tribute to one of the world’s dedicated human rights champions\, the late Archbishop Desmond Mpilo Tutu. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/sawa-10th-anniversary-gala-and-awards/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Atlanta\, 265 Peachtree Street NE \, Atlanta\, 30303\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Gala,South Africa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/sawa-events-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="South African Women%E2%80%99s Alliance (SAWA)":MAILTO:info@sawalliance.org GEO:33.7615969;-84.3867836 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hyatt Regency Atlanta 265 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta 30303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=265 Peachtree Street NE:geo:-84.3867836,33.7615969 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20230918T215224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T150529Z UID:10039922-1698969600-1699228799@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:IrishFest Atlanta DESCRIPTION:IrishFest Atlanta was launched November 2013 to promote the culture of Ireland through the country’s traditional music\, song\, dance\, language and the culture. An important aspect of IrishFest Atlanta are its featured guest artists of International reputation to teach and perform. The goal of the festival is to introduce\, preserve\, and enhance the amazing impact that Ireland and the Irish have had and continue to have around the globe. \n\n\n\nA new partnership this year with the Roswell Cultural Arts Center (RCAC) will provide concert attendees a wonderful experience and will enable new growth for the festival! This year\, two amazing Irish bands will be in attendance: Dervish and the Ashley Davis Band. Building on last year’s successes\, the festival will continue to offer high quality cultural experiences in various locations across Historic Roswell\, including free programming. New this year are Irish films\, IrishFest’s first Irish bread making contest and a special demonstration of “sean-nós” (“old style”) dance. Additionally\, Irish Tea and Whiskey Tasting events promise to be the best yet\, and surpass even last year’s experiences! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/irishfest-atlanta-3/ LOCATION:Roswell Cultural Arts Center\, 950 Forrest Street Roswell\, Rosswell\, Georgia\, 30075\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,Dance,Featured,Festival,Food,Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/IrishFest-Atlanta--e1695073878616.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T112910 CREATED:20231018T155804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T210613Z UID:10039956-1698858000-1698868800@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Multi-Chamber Mixer DESCRIPTION:At this annual favorite\, enjoy international tastings\, live entertainment\, all while connecting with professionals from our global business community. You don’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind event! \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please visit https://gwinnettchamber.org/multi-chamber-mixer/ \n\n\n\nThis event is open to Gwinnett Chamber & bi-lateral Chamber members & their guests.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/multi-chamber-mixer/ LOCATION:Gas South District\, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway\, Duluth\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/gwinnett-chamber-events-logo.jpg GEO:33.989601;-84.0942254 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Gas South District 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway Duluth GA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6400 Sugarloaf Parkway:geo:-84.0942254,33.989601 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR