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SUMMARY:The Future of North American Trade Relations
DESCRIPTION:The Sam Nunn School is proud to present “The Future of North American Trade Relations\,” an event featuring American\, Canadian\, and Mexican views on the state of play of North American trade. In the run-up to the review of the US-Mexico-Canada (USMCA) agreement in the summer\, this half-day symposium takes stock of the stakes\, issues\, and prospects of the review.  \n\n\n\nThe event will feature a keynote address from Sonny Perdue\, Chancellor of the University System of Georgia\, former Governor of Georgia\, and former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. Chancellor Perdue was a staunch advocate for the USMCA and championed its passing as a large victory for American farmers.  \n\n\n\nThere will also be a panel discussion offering the national perspectives on the trade agreement and what the future of trade between the three nations may look like. \n\n\n\nPanelists\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSonny PerdueChancellor of the University System of Georgia\, former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture\, and former Governor of Georgia\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaxby ChamblissPartner at DLA Piper\, Former U.S. Senator for Georgia\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAntonio Ortiz-MenaCEO of AOM Advisors and Chair of the USMCA Committee for Mexico’s Foreign Trade Council (COMCE)\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLouise BlaisAssociate at the Pendleton Group and Special Senior Advisor\, International Affairs\, to the Business Council of Canada and the QG100 in Quebec\, former Deputy Permanent Representative to the United Nations for Canada\, and former Consul General for Canada in Atlanta\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nMore Information\n\n\n\nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-future-of-north-american-trade-relations/
LOCATION:Georgia Tech Alumni House\, Griffin Ballroom\, 190 North Ave. NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30313\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canada,Economics,Education,Featured,Foreign Direct Investment,Investment,Mexico,North America,Trade
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SUMMARY:Consular Conversations: Taiwan
DESCRIPTION:Join Global Atlanta on Tuesday\, March 10th for another interview in the Consular Conversations series presented by Miller & Martin PLLC\, featuring Jared (Chu-en) Lin\, Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) 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\nWant to buy group tickets for your company?Buy a “row” of tickets and save>> \n\n\n\nDiscussion Topics\n\n\n\n\nUnpacking the Trump-Taiwan tariff and tech deal\n\n\n\nInsights from Global Atlanta’s recent Taipei reporting trip \n\n\n\nThe Silicon Shield and TSMC’s U.S. investments\n\n\n\nExamining Georgia’s readiness for Taiwanese investment\n\n\n\nEvaluating the China threat and Taiwan’s preparedness\n\n\n\nAg and arms sales and Taiwan’s presence in the Southeast\n\n\n\nHow to invest in Taiwan\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about Director General Lin>> \n\n\n\nSponsored by:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJared (Chu-en) Lin\, Director General\, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Atlanta\nDirector General Jared (Chu-en) Lin serves as the head of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Atlanta\, representing Taiwan across six southeastern U.S. states: Alabama\, Georgia\, Kentucky\, North Carolina\, South Carolina\, and Tennessee. With over 20 years of diplomatic experience — including postings in Washington\, Brussels\, and Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Director General Lin brings a wealth of expertise in international cooperation\, U.S. – Taiwan relations\, and global engagement. He holds advanced degrees in European politics and linguistics and. isfluent in Mandarin\, Taiwanese\, and English\, with additional skills in Japanese\, French\, and Spanish. Known for his warm leadership and commitment to public service\, he is dedicated to deepening partnerships\, fostering mutual understanding\, and creating new opportunities for exchange between Taiwan and the southeastern United States. Whether through economic collaboration\, education\, cultural programs\, or community dialogue\, he welcomes all to connect with TECO In Atlanta.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/consular-conversations-taiwan-2026/
LOCATION:Miller and Martin\, 1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Data,Defense,Democracy,Diplomacy,Economic Development,Education,Featured,Fintech,Foreign Direct Investment,Investment,Manufacturing,Networking,Policy,Taiwan,Technology,Trade
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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\nRalph Skalleburg\, Owner\, Skaltek\n\n\n\nBernd Deffland\, DBA\, CPA President and CEO\, Dieffenbacher USA\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:Hong Kong and Beyond: Expanding Your Reach Across Asia
DESCRIPTION:Join for an in-depth program exploring how Hong Kong serves as a strategic gateway to Asia and a launchpad for growth across the Indo-Pacific region. Positioned at the heart of global trade routes and international finance\, Hong Kong continues to offer dynamic access to Mainland China\, Southeast Asia\, and beyond. \n\n\n\nThis forum brings together business leaders\, trade experts\, and academic partners to offer a comprehensive look at how companies can leverage Hong Kong’s global connectivity\, financial infrastructure\, and strategic location to expand their footprint in one of the world’s most dynamic economic regions. \n\n\n\nSpeakers will address practical market entry strategies\, sector-specific export potential\, and the advantages of leveraging Hong Kong’s connectivity to Southeast Asia. The discussion will also examine potential challenges and provide guidance on mitigating risk while building long-term resilience. In addition\, experts will outline foreign direct investment (FDI) trends\, partnership opportunities\, and the policy landscape shaping investment flows. \n\n\n\nPanelists\n\n\n\n\nYi Xie\, Head of Investment Promotion\, InvestHK\n\n\n\nZaheer Faruqi\, CEO\, Aventure Aviation\n\n\n\nWendy Lu\, Tax Partner\, International Services\, Aprio\n\n\n\nMichael Chen\, Co-President\, Hong Kong U.S. Business Assoc. of Atlanta\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Information
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/hong-kong-beyond-expanding-your-reach-across-asia/
LOCATION:Cobb Chamber of Commerce\, 1100 Circle 75 Parkway Suite 1000\, Atlanta\, 30339\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business,China,Economics,Finance,Foreign Direct Investment,Investment,Trade
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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,Featured,Foreign Direct Investment,Policy,Switzerland,Technology,Trade
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SUMMARY:Go Global Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Go Global Conference returns to Atlanta for its third annual edition\, serving as a premier international trade and investment expo focused on business-to-business matchmaking. This event is tailored to connect multicultural businesses and stakeholders from around the globe\, with a particular emphasis on the Global Black Business Community. \n\n\n\nAttendees can anticipate: \n\n\n\n\nCurated 1:1 B2B Matchmaking: Personalized meetings aligned with specific goals and sectors.\n\n\n\nExecutive Plenaries: Sessions featuring policymakers\, corporate buyers\, and trade agencies.\n\n\n\nBusiness Site Visits: Guided tours showcasing Atlanta’s innovation corridor and global trade assets. \n\n\n\nNetworking Opportunities: Receptions and roundtables designed for meaningful deal-making.\n\n\n\n\nWith participation from over 50 countries\, the conference offers a unique platform for industry leaders\, investors\, and entrepreneurs to explore international business opportunities and expand their global reach.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore information
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/go-global-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Uptown Atlanta\, 575 Main St. NE\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneur,Entrepreneurship,Foreign Direct Investment,Industry,Investment,Investors,Networking
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