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SUMMARY:2024 Automotive & Manufacturing Summit
DESCRIPTION:As the automotive and manufacturing industries face unprecedented challenges\, the 2024 Automotive & Manufacturing Summit presents a vital opportunity for industry leaders to gain critical insights and innovative solutions. Hosted by the Southeast U.S. Korean Chamber of Commerce (SEUSKCC) in collaboration with Porsche Consulting\, this exclusive event is designed to address the most pressing issues in the sector\, providing a platform for strategic discussions and networking. \n\n\n\nIn an era marked by supply chain disruptions\, the imperative for digital transformation\, and evolving regulatory landscapes\, this summit offers expert-led sessions that delve into these complexities. Participants will gain valuable knowledge on supply chain resilience\, digitalization strategies\, and navigating U.S. tax and legal frameworks for Korean corporations. The agenda also includes discussions on clean energy opportunities\, the implications of the CHIPS Act on U.S. manufacturing\, and an in-depth look at the volatile EV market. \n\n\n\nIn addition\, you will get to network with peers and industry experts at Porsche’s state-of-the-art North American headquarters. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge and connect with the brightest minds in the industry. \n\n\n\nThe detailed agenda below outlines the power-packed sessions that will equip you with the tools and knowledge to navigate the future of automotive and manufacturing. Each session is designed to provide actionable strategies and innovative solutions\, ensuring you leave with insights that can drive your strategic initiatives forward. \n\n\n\nSecure your place now and be part of this transformative experience! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/2024-automotive-manufacturing-summit/
LOCATION:Porsche NA Headquarters\, One Porsche Drive\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30354
CATEGORIES:Asia,Automotive,Manufacturing,Networking,South Korea
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SUMMARY:Ninth Annual Success in Manufacturing - The Woman's Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Hear impactful speakers\, enjoy great networking and make new connections in manufacturing! \n\n\n\nSpeakers include female manufacturing leaders from a diverse group of small\, medium and large manufacturers who will share their experiences in the industry\, their company and lessons learned throughout their careers.  \n\n\n\nEvent registration is open to all male and female leaders in the manufacturing industry. \n\n\n\nAnnounced Speakers Include:  \n\n\n\n\nLauren Barnes\, Chief People Officer\, PHX Holdings\n\n\n\nGiovana Bosquiroli\, Head of Quality & Management Systems\n\n\n\nKeera Brooks\, CEO & Owner\, Wholesale Sugar Flowers\n\n\n\nSandie Cappair\, CEO\, Cappai Designs\n\n\n\nToni Hauck\, Vice President of Operations & Quality\, Trenton Systems\n\n\n\nLynn Kuss\, Senior Director\, TOTO USA\n\n\n\nKaty Mallory\, Founder\, Slumberpod\n\n\n\nZanetta Scott\, Director of Operations\, Fibervision\n\n\n\nKate Sweeney\, CFO\, Rhone\n\n\n\nKristin Walsh\, Vice President\, ViaSat\n\n\n\nKara Zweizig\, Global Head of Surgery\, MedMix Healthcare U.S.\n\n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n1:30 PM – 2:00 PM – Registration & Check-in2:00 – 5:30 PM – Event & Discussion5:30 – 7::00 PM – Wine & Networking on the Terrace! \n\n\n\nRegistration includes all speakers and panels\, event materials\, giveaways & networking on the terrace! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ninth-annual-success-in-manufacturing-the-womans-perspective/
LOCATION:Nelson Mullins Law Firm at Atlantic Station\, 201 17th Street NW #17 201 Building at Atlantic Station \, Atlanta\, 30363\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing,Networking,Professional Development,Women
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SUMMARY:Second Annual Southern Supply Chain Summit
DESCRIPTION:Please join GAMA for its Second Annual Southern Supply Chain Summit in Savannah\, Georgia. \n\n\n\nProgramming is expected to include: \n\n\n\n\nVarious keynote speakers and panels who will provide key insights as to:\n\n\n\nSupply Chain Solutions\n\n\n\nRecent OEM and Tier 1 announcements\, \n\n\n\nWorkforce development and retention\, \n\n\n\nLearning how manufacturers can successfully become part suppliers in the global automotive parts and components market\,\n\n\n\nAnd more.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Tour Opportunity – This year we will be viewing the Georgia Ports Authority facility (with expert narration) from the water\, aboard the beautiful Savannah River Queen (pictured above). Ours will be a private chartered event on Wednesday\, August 21.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is expected to open mid-June.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/second-annual-southern-supply-chain-summit/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites Savannah Airport Hotel\, 145 W. Mulberry Blvd.\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31407
CATEGORIES:Automotive,Business,International Markets,Manufacturing,North America,Supply Chain
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SUMMARY:Thirteenth Annual Next Generation Manufacturing Signature Event
DESCRIPTION:Register now for the Thirteenth Annual Next Generation Manufacturing Signature Event on October 10th at the Zoo Atlanta – Savanna Hall in Atlanta\, GA! \n\n\n\nJoin Next Generation Manufacturing for conversations with leading manufacturing executives who have distinguished themselves in the global marketplace.  These manufacturers drive the latest innovations in their companies and operations. \n\n\n\nTopics and panelists for this event include:  \n\n\n\nMaking Your Product a Global Game Changer \n\n\n\n\nJohn Daniel\, Founder & CEO\, Progenacare\n\n\n\nMike Ecker\, President\, Ecker Textiles\n\n\n\n\nThe Impact of the Expansion of International Manufacturing in Georgia \n\n\n\n\nDavid Harlan\, Country Manager\, API Tech (France)\n\n\n\nPete Fejfer\, Managing Director\, SP Meditech (Denmark)\n\n\n\nDaniel Raubenheimer\, CSO\, Silon LLC (Czech Republic)\n\n\n\n\nAnnual Voice of the American Worker Survey Results \n\n\n\n\nJoanie Bily\, Division President\, Employbridge & Chairman of the American Staffing Association\n\n\n\n\nGeorgia Made – Celebrating & Recognizing Products Made in Georgia \n\n\n\n\nPat Wilson\, Commissioner\, Georgia Department of Economic Development\n\n\n\n\nEmbrace Digital Transformation! Achieve Cost Savings & Efficiency With Back Office Automation \n\n\n\n\nJordan Fladell\, Managing Director\, Technology\, Advisory Services\, Aprio LLP\n\n\n\n\nDriving Success Through Collaboration \n\n\n\n\nJessica Cork\, Vice President Digital Strategy\, YKK Corporation of America\n\n\n\nAna Kraft\, Founder & CEO\, Xena Workwear\n\n\n\nMarc Melkerson\, CEO\, Renova Technology\n\n\n\nMike Zilinski\, Global Head of Human Resources\, Wahoo Fitness\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoe FeldmanCEO\, Sugar Bowl Bakery\nFounded in the 1970’s by five Vietnamese brothers living the American Dream! \n\n\n\nWith the company’s headquarters in CA and a recent expansion to GA\, this commercial bakery is the producer of many of our favorites – brownie bites\, apple fritters\, madelines continues to grow\, investing in the community and the employees they consider family! \n\n\n\nAs the company continues to grow and expand so does their marketshare! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris DroneyCOO\, Milo’s Tea Company\nFounded in 1946 as a restaurant\, this family-owned business\, based in AL\, continues to operate under the same principals as its founder. \n\n\n\nWith its people-first values\, this Platinum Value Certified Zero Waste Manufacturer is devoted to sustainable practices and the stewardship of local communities and the environment. \n\n\n\nWith four U.S. locations the company’s success is continuing to drive expansion with another facility to open soon in the Southeast! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/thirteenth-annual-next-generation-manufacturing-signature-event/
LOCATION:Zoo Atlanta – Savanna Hall\, Cherokee Ave SE\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30308
CATEGORIES:Business,Digitalization,Economics,International Markets,Logistics,Manufacturing,Market expansion,Seminar,Supply Chain,Technology
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SUMMARY:Annual Economic and EV Update Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join industry leaders for an in-depth discussion on the latest trends in the EV and battery manufacturing sector\, workforce strategies\, and automotive production forecasts. \n\n\n\nKeynote Speakers: \n\n\n\n\nJennifer Zeller: “EV and Battery Manufacturing in Georgia”\n\n\n\nKathryn Lookofsky: “Workforce Facts and Strategies”\n\n\n\nDavid Eyes: “Automotive Production Forecasts”\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to network with professionals and gain valuable insights into the economic landscape and developments in the EV industry. \n\n\n\nRegister early – In the past\, our Economic Update Meetings have been one of our most popular meetings! This meeting will provide you with critical and timely information\, and many valuable takeaways. GAMA members will be able to obtain copies of the speakers’ PowerPoint presentations after the meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/annual-economic-and-ev-update-meeting/
LOCATION:Douglasville Conference Center\, 6700 Church Street\, Douglasville\, GA\, 30134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Automotive,Manufacturing,Sustainability
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SUMMARY:​A Central Role in Europe's Future: Briefing With Czech Ambassador Miloslav Stasek
DESCRIPTION:Free for Global Atlanta Passport Holders \n\n\n\nThe Czech Republic may be small in the EU context\, but it’s emerging as a big player in linking U.S. manufacturers with markets and partners in Central and Eastern Europe.  \n\n\n\nNow\, thanks to key local relationships\, Georgia firms in aerospace\, tech\, smart cities and other sectors have a leg up​ in the country​\, where they’ll feel right at home ​thanks to a pro-business government\, technically skilled workforce and commitment to innovation.  \n\n\n\nJoin Global Atlanta and the Czech North America Chamber of Commerce to unpack corporate connections between Georgia and the Czech Republic in both directions.  \n\n\n\nYou’ll also ​g​et a rare chance to hear Ambassador Miloslav Stasek\, fresh off attending the ​U.S. presidential inauguration\, discuss how ​the Czech Republic is positioning itself as​ a productive partn​e​r in a world of volatility and conflict.  \n\n\n\nDuring a panel discussion\, get a look at three chances to productively engage with the Czech Republic at trade fairs in Brno\, South Moravia\, where Honorary Consul Monika Vintrlikova\, a manufacturing executive based in Georgia\, is set to work with the ambassador\, ​CzechTrade and other agencies to roll out the red carpet for Georgia-based companies. \n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\nBriefing: In conversation with Global Atlanta’s Trevor Williams  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmbassador Miloslav Stasek\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPanel Discussion: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonika VintrlikovaHonorary Consul of the Czech Republic\, CEO at Albaform\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPJ BainCEO at PrimeRevenue\nPJ Bain is the Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors of Atlanta-based financial technology leader PrimeRevenue. PJ has three decades of experience in global and international business and has been involved as a founder\, investor\, board member\, and executive in software and technology firms supporting enterprise clients in the areas of supply chain\, accounting\, financial technology and payment platforms.  \n\n\n\nA member of the Forbes Technology Council\, PJ is a frequent speaker and author on topics such as leadership\,entrepreneurship\, international business and global supply chains. PJ has extensive experience in capital formation\, fundraising\, mergers & acquisitions\, divestitures\, strategic planning\, marketing\, sales\, technology development and value creation. \n\n\n\nHe is actively involved in charitable\, civic and community initiatives on both a regional and national level. PJ serves on the Membership Committee for the Atlanta Rotary\, is a member of the Host Committee for Goodwillof North Georgia Battle of the Biz! Gala\, sits on the Board of Directors at Leadership Atlanta\, Business Executives for National Security (BENS) and is Vice Chair of the Board of Trustees of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School-Atlanta.PJ is actively involved in mentoring start-up and technology business executives\, sitting on the Advisory Councilfor Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the Atlanta Growth Collective\, both economic development initiatives of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce\, where he also serves on the Board of Directors. PJ and his familyare frequent supporters of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta\, the Shepherd Center\, and several other philanthropic organizations and foundations.  \n\n\n\nAn Atlanta native\, PJ was inducted into the Academy of Distinguished Alumni for the College of Engineering byhis alma mater\, The Georgia Institute of Technology\, where he received a Bachelor of Industrial and Systems Engineering Degree and was a walk-on member of the varsity football team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid BridgesVice President\, Georgia Tech Enterprise Innovation Institute\nB. David Bridges is the Vice President for the Enterprise Innovation Institute (EI2) at the Georgia Institute of Technology. EI2 is the largest\, oldest\, and most successful economic development organization at any university in the country. It is home to 11 economic development programs which (1) build and scale startups\, (2) grow existing small and medium sized enterprises\, including manufacturing firms\, and (3) energize ecosystem builders (communities\, governments\, universities\, and non-profits). These programs serve the State of Georgia\, with programmatic reach across the Southeast region\, the United States\, and five continents around the world. Bridges concurrently serves as the Director of the Economic Development Lab (EDL) within the Enterprise Innovation Institute. EDL works with communities in Georgia on projects such as workforce development\, fiscal and economic impact analyses\, strategic planning\, and downtown redevelopment. This lab also works locally and globally conducting innovation policy research and implementing innovation ecosystem building projects with 23 countries around the world. \n\n\n\nSince joining the Georgia Institute of Technology in 1994\, Bridges has worked in various practice areas serving manufacturing firms\, national labs\, international governments\, and innovation ecosystems. He has been a Principal or Co-Principal Investigator on over $20 million in grants and has authored\, co-authored\, or significantly contributed to over $40 million in winning proposals. Bridges has won over 100 proposals from U.S. federal agencies\, plus universities\, governments and non-profits from around the world. He is a Principal Research Faculty member and a frequent lecturer and key note speaker in China\, South Africa\, and across Latin America on nascent\, innovation ecosystem building. \n\n\n\nPrior to joining EI2\, he was a general management consultant and a brand manager at three consumer package goods companies. Bridges has a Bachelor of Business Administration from Emory University and a Master of Science in Marketing from Georgia State University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet the inside track on VIP access to the following Events in Brno\, Czech Republic:  \n\n\n\nMay 28-30: International Defense and Security Technologies Fair \n\n\n\nJune 10-12: Urbis: Smart Cities Meetup — green energy\, mobility\, circular economy and more \n\n\n\nOct. 7-10: International Industrial Fair — meet with companies from 40+ countries​\, including Ukraine\, which is using the fair to vet key partners for future rebuilding initiatives \n\n\n\nSponsored By:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/briefing-with-czech-ambassador-miloslav-stasek/
LOCATION:Arnall Golden Gregory\, 171 17th Street NW\, Suite 2100\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30363\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Cybersecurity,Czech Republic,Defense,Europe,Export,Featured,Industry,Manufacturing,Market expansion,Networking,Security,Supply Chain,Trade,Ukraine
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual National Security Forum: Industry and Sustainment in a Digital World
DESCRIPTION:This National Security Forum\, under the theme “Industry and Sustainment in a Digital World\,” is poised to highlight the dual-use potential of Industry 4.0 technologies and bio-industrial manufacturing\, emphasizing their critical impact on both military and commercial logistics as we look towards 2035 and beyond. \n\n\n\nFREE EVENT | LUNCH INCLUDED  | MUST RSVP \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/3rd-annual-national-security-forum-industry-and-sustainment-in-a-digital-world/
LOCATION:Century of Flight Hangar\, Museum of Aviation\, Unnamed Road\, Warner Robins\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 31088
CATEGORIES:Food,Manufacturing,Security,Sustainability,Technology
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SUMMARY:Customs & Tariffs: What to Consider for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:How will new customs and tariffs policies impact the manufacturing and distribution sector? How may these changes affect your business? What should you address now to help ensure you’re not surprised by tariffs? \n\n\n\nJoin Aprio on February 11 to hear our panel of industry leaders share valuable insight on the new landscape — and most importantly how your manufacturing and distribution business can stay competitive\, while considering potential impacts to your organization. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we’ll explore a range of critical topics important to globally-focused manufacturing and distribution companies\, including: \n\n\n\n\nHow trade policy changes could impact your supply chain.\n\n\n\nStrategies to mitigate the impact of tariffs on your supply chain.\n\n\n\nBest practices for staying ahead of regulatory changes so you can be proactive for your business.\n\n\n\n\nSpace is limited. Reserve your spot now! \n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers:\n\n\n\nJay Cho\, J.D.Tax Director\,Customs & TariffsAprio Advisory Group\, LLC \n\n\n\nMichael SmithDirector of Finance\,J&S Chemical Corporation \n\n\n\nMelissa LindhChief Financial Officer\,Universal Alloy Corporation \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/customs-tariffs-what-to-consider-for-your-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business,Manufacturing,Policy
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SUMMARY:Gitex Asia Conference in Singapore
DESCRIPTION:Asia’s all-new powerhouse tech & startup event launching in Singapore is powered by GITEX GLOBAL\, the largest tech and startup show brand in the world\, consistently rated by global tech executives and investors as the “Best tech show in the world”\, delivering the highest ROI\, scoring highest on the network building satisfaction index and best organization experience globally. \n\n\n\nGITEX ASIA 2025\, featuring Ai Everything Asia and North Star Asia\, the Asia’s Largest Event for Startups and Investors\, will create new marketplaces powering the digital economy\, targeting public services\, enterprises\, SMEs\, digital cities\, smart & green mobility\, retail\, finance\, education\, health\, manufacturing and more between the wider Asian market and our global network of technology companies\, unicorn founders\, investors\, award-winning AI first start-ups\, governments\, and globally renowned R&D & academia.  \n\n\n\nGITEX ASIA\, Asia’s largest tech hub\, brings together over 1\,000 global enterprises and startups with 20\,000+ high-quality tech buyers and the most active 250+ investors from 120+ countries while leading tech voices drive the new digital future of Asian Economies in conference and summit tracks showcasing Global Digital Forum\, AI for Tomorrow Summit\, Sustainable Smart Cities\, GITEX Asean Tech Summit\, Pitch Competition\, Cybersecurity\, Manufacturing 4.0\, and Corporate Innovation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/gitex-asia/
LOCATION:Marina Bay Sands\, 10 Bayfront Ave\, Singapore\, 018971\, Singapore
CATEGORIES:Asia,Cybersecurity,Manufacturing,Technology
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SUMMARY:Movers and Makers Awards
DESCRIPTION:Join hundreds of business\, community\, and industry leaders to recognize exceptional manufacturing and supply chain companies! \n\n\n\nThe 2025 Partnership Gwinnett Movers & Makers Awards celebrates the foundation of the economy by recognizing industry leaders in manufacturing\, logistics\, and supply chain! These leaders work with partners and support teams from throughout the region to ensure efficient facilities\, workplace safety\, and the resources essential to driving business. \n\n\n\nAward Categories \n\n\n\n\nCorporate Citizen Award (1 award in this category)\n\n\n\nManufacturer of the Year Award (3 awards in this category)\n\n\n\nSupply Chain Pioneer Award (2 awards in this category)\n\n\n\nMost Valuable Provider Award (1 award in this category)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/movers-makers-awards/
LOCATION:The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett\, 6450 Sugarloaf Pkwy\, Duluth\, Georgia\, 30097
CATEGORIES:Business,Featured,Leadership,Logistics,Manufacturing,Supply Chain
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SUMMARY:International Business Webinar Series: Murata: Tiny Parts\, Huge Impact on Global Supply Chains
DESCRIPTION:When things are going right\, the small things are easy to ignore. Not so when supply chains are stressed — the essential becomes magnified\, no matter how tiny. \n\n\n\nThat’s what happened with Murata\, who in 1973 became one of the earliest Japanese investors in Georgia\, setting up a plant to make capacitors in car radios. The Kyoto-based company\, now with global annual revenues of approximately $1.7 Trillion yen\, holds about 40 percent of the world’s market share for capacitors\, small ceramic parts produced by the trillions each year to store and release power within electronic devices. \n\n\n\nWhen a tsunami hit Japan’s northeast coast in 2011 and an earthquake shook the country\, electronics supply chains were scrambled. Everything\, from cell phones and digital cameras to appliances and EVs\, relies in some way on Murata’s parts — more than 1\,000 go into a typical smartphone and potentially 30\,000+ slated for a fully autonomous electric vehicle. \n\n\n\nMurata had already been diversifying its sourcing around the world\, including in Southeast Asia\, to be closer to end customers. It also deepened research spending to ensure it could serve advanced industries\, like increasingly computerized cars\, with innovative solutions. That blend of diversification and R&D continues today. Murata Electronics North America\, meanwhile\, has a new headquarters in Atlanta\, Ga.\, and maintains a distribution center in Rockmart\, Ga. \n\n\n\nToday\, an uncertain global trade landscape threatens to inflict another shock to supply chains around the world. Join GSU-CIBER and Global Atlanta to hear from Murata Electronics North America’s CEO\, David Kirk\, on how the company is dealing with increasing volatility in high-value industries where the smallest parts can make the biggest impact. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid Kirk\, VP\, Murata Manufacturing Co Ltd.President & CEO\, Murata Electronics North America\nDavid is responsible for various functions within the Americas including Sales/Marketing\, Operations and Corporate Technology\, and Innovation. The Americas is a critical region for design-in activity that results in Global Sales within the Electronics industry. Murata has made multiple acquisitions and integrations on a global basis including Peregrine Semiconductor (pSemi)\, Vios Medical\, Eta Wireless\, Resonant\, and RF Monolithics (RFM). \n\n\n\nHe started his career as a Product Engineer with Murata and moved into the Director of Marketing role. He then became President and CEO of RFM\, which was a public company from 1999 to 2011. Upon coming back to Murata in 2012\, he was instrumental in RFM’s acquisition by the parent company in Japan. \n\n\n\nDavid is the first non-Japanese person to lead Murata in the Americas and become an officer of the parent company Murata Manufacturing Company headquartered in Kyoto\, Japan.  \n\n\n\nHe came to the United States in the late 1970s on a track scholarship and graduated from Clemson University in South Carolina with a degree in Electrical Engineering. \n\n\n\nDavid and his wife\, Tammi\, have four grown children and live in McKinney\, TX (in the Dallas area). His hobbies include golfing\, hiking\, cycling (gravel)\, fishing\, and their seven grandchildren. \n\n\n\nDavid enjoys the challenge of globalizing Murata and specifically mentoring the next generation of leaders in following the company’s philosophy of contributing to the advancement of society. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey takeaways:  \n\n\n\n\nHow Murata has diversified its manufacturing locations around the world in partnership with customers and what that has meant for the company’s U.S. operations\n\n\n\n\n\nMurata’s approach to continuous improvement in research and development\, its moves up the value chain over the last 50 years\, and efforts to showcase innovation in relatable ways like robots and other consumer-facing items\n\n\n\n\n\nThe company’s approach to trade uncertainty and supply chain volatility and how the company balances its Japanese sensibilities\, including long-term strategy\, with a nimble approach in global markets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/international-business-webinar-series-murata-tiny-parts-huge-impact-on-global-supply-chains/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development,Economics,Featured,Industry,Japan,Manufacturing,Supply Chain,Trade,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Takeda Facility Tour
DESCRIPTION:Takeda\, located in Covington\, GA\, is recognized as one of the largest\, newest\, and most innovative pharmaceutical plants in the world. Spanning 1 million square feet of production space\, the facility employs over 1\,000 full-time employees and represents an investment of more than $1.2 billion in construction costs. \n\n\n\nNext Generation Manufacturing invites attendees to experience a tour of this remarkable facility\, which specializes in the production of plasma-derived therapies. These pharmaceuticals are designed to treat patients with primary immune deficiencies and various rare and complex diseases. \n\n\n\nTakeda’s 160-acre integrated campus features three manufacturing buildings\, multiple laboratories\, a warehouse equipped with ambient\, cold\, and freezer storage\, utilities production\, office space\, and an impressive two-story commons building. The commons area includes a full-service cafeteria\, a coffee bar\, a fitness center\, and a patio. \n\n\n\nParticipants will also have the opportunity to tour the Georgia Quick Start BioScience Training Center\, a $14 million\, 40\,000-square-foot facility. The Training Center serves as a cornerstone of Georgia’s long-term initiative to foster and expand the life sciences industry. \n\n\n\nRegistration – $35\, includes lunch company overview\, facility tour and Q&A with Takeda leadership. – And BONUS tour of the Georgia Quick Start Biomedical Training facility. \n\n\n\nAll registrations are required in advance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/takeda-facility-tour/
LOCATION:Takeda\, 505 Shire Parkway\, Social Circle\, GA\, 30025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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SUMMARY:Keynote Luncheon: Austin Scott\, Republican congressman for Georgia’s 8th Congressional District
DESCRIPTION:Join the World Affairs Council of Atlanta for a keynote luncheon with Congressman Austin Scott as he shares insights on how U.S. foreign policy and global events impact key Georgia industries\, from agriculture and manufacturing to defense and healthcare. \n\n\n\nAs Georgia’s longest-serving Republican congressman who sits on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence\, House Armed Services Committee\, and House Committee on Agriculture\, Congressman Scott has an insider’s view of U.S. foreign policy ranging from international trade and tariffs to USAID to military engagement in Ukraine\, Yemen\, and Gaza. He will discuss how decisions in Washington and events abroad impact American industries such as aerospace and defense\, manufacturing and textiles\, agricultural commodities such as pecans\, cotton\, and peanuts\, timber production\, and the 8th district’s growing medical services sector.    \n\n\n\nDistinguished Speaker  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCongressman Austin Scott\, U.S. Representative for Georgia’s Eighth Congressional District\nCongressman Austin Scott is in his eighth term as the U.S. Representative for Georgia’s Eighth Congressional District\, which covers central and south-central Georgia from just north of Macon to the Florida border. It includes the cities of Perry\, Cordele\, Tifton\, Moultrie\, Valdosta\, and portions of Macon. Congressman Scott is the Vice Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee and the Chairman of the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities\, Risk Management\, and Credit. He focuses his work on issues important to Georgia’s farmers and rural communities\, including increasing export market access and free trade agreements\, bolstering grant programs for rural communities\, strengthening crop insurance and disaster assistance programs\, bridging the digital divide in rural America\, and modernizing agencies within the committee’s jurisdiction like USDA and the CFTC. As a leading member of the House Armed Services Committee\, Congressman Scott fights to ensure we have the best equipped and trained military in the world\, including the capability to combat adversaries like China\, Russia\, and Iran. He works with military leaders to strengthen the missions at Robins and Moody Air Force \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration Details \n\n\n\nRegistration includes hot buffet lunch\, dessert\, refreshments\, and validated parking. Location information will be provided upon registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/keynote-luncheon-austin-scott-republican-congressman-for-georgias-8th-congressional-district/
CATEGORIES:Defense,Economics,Health,Industry,Manufacturing,Policy
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SUMMARY:Agroalimentaria 2025 - Agribusiness in the Dominican Republic
DESCRIPTION:The Consulate General of the Dominican Republic in New Orleans\, with Jurisdiction over Georgia\, is pleased to invite you to the 9th edition of Agroalimentaria 2025\, the most important agribusiness event in the Dominican Republic\, organized by the Dominican Agribusiness Board (JAD) and the Dominican Republic Export and Investment Center (ProDominicana).  \n\n\n\nThe event will take place from May 28 to 31\, 2025\, at the Dominican Fiesta Hotel\, Santo Domingo\, Dominican Republic. \n\n\n\nAgroalimentaria is the leading international business platform for the food\, beverage\, and tobacco sectors in the country. This edition will feature more than 250 Dominican exporters showcasing high-quality products\, including tropical fruits (bananas\, mangoes\, pineapples\, and avocados)\, coffee\, cocoa\, cigars\, rum\, beer\, spices\, pasta\, and more. \n\n\n\nThis trade show offers an exclusive opportunity for international buyers to connect with Dominican producers and exporters through business matchmaking meetings\, as well as access to conferences and presentations on key trends and opportunities in the agribusiness sector. \n\n\n\nTo encourage participation\, Agroalimentaria 2025 offers an incentive program for international buyers\, which includes: \n\n\n\n\nParticipation in one-on-one business matchmaking meetings with Dominican exporters.\n\n\n\nAccess to the exhibition featuring top-quality food\, beverage\, and tobacco products.\n\n\n\nPanels and high-level conferences on industry trends and trade opportunities.\n\n\n\nVIP invitation to the “Noche Dominicana” networking cocktail.\n\n\n\nThree nights of complimentary accommodation (May 28\, 29\, and 30\, subject to evaluation).\n\n\n\nAirport-Hotel-Airport transfers included (Arrival: May 27-28 | Departure: May 31-June 1).\n\n\n\nOngoing guidance and support from ProDominicana staff throughout the event.\n\n\n\n\nFor further information\, please feel free to contact us at misantana@mirex.gob.do or call us at678-427-0654. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/agroalimentaria-2025-agribusiness-in-the-dominican-republic/
LOCATION:Dominican Fiesta Hotel\, C. Cibao Oeste 101\, Santo Domingo\, 11108\, Dominican Republic
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development,Export,Featured,Food,International Markets,Investment,Latin America,Manufacturing,Networking,North America,Trade,Travel
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SUMMARY:2025 SEUS-CP Conference
DESCRIPTION:Connect with businesses located in the Southeastern United States and Canadian Provinces at SEUS-CP in Saint John\, New Brunswick\, Canada from June 8-10. The annual forum promotes two-way trade and investment opportunities through a robust B2B matchmaking program. \n\n\n\nThe 2025 conference will focus on value-added food\, manufacturing\, and energy\, bringing together small and medium-sized manufacturers\, distributors\, tech providers\, and procurement leaders from top global companies. \n\n\n\nYou will have the opportunity to meet with potential partners across the alliance to build relationships\, expand markets\, and develop supply chain opportunities\, including anchors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/2025-seus-cp-conference/
LOCATION:Saint John\, Saint John\, NB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Canada,Manufacturing,Market expansion,Networking,North America,Supply Chain
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SUMMARY:Expats & Experts 2025: People\, Policy and the Global Talent Puzzle
DESCRIPTION:With a new administration enacting abrupt and unpredictable policy changes\, moving and managing people has never been more challenging.  \n\n\n\nFor Atlanta companies — whether foreign investors bringing in their execs or local firms pursuing growth abroad — adding the international element brings even more complexity. \n\n\n\nOn June 17\, Global Atlanta’s fourth annual Expats and Experts luncheon will bring together leading voices across relevant disciplines with up-to-the-minute insights on how to tackle the global talent puzzle at a moment of uncertainty.   \n\n\n\nAccessible yet actionable presentations will be interspersed with personal stories from Expatriates who have successfully made the jump to Atlanta\, making for a productive blend of knowledge and networking throughout the two-hour seminar. \n\n\n\nExperts will cover disciplines relevant to Human Resources managers\, including: \n\n\n\n\nImmigration and Visas\n\n\n\nCompliance and Payroll\n\n\n\nInternational education — K-12 and University levels \n\n\n\nFamily law \n\n\n\nReal estate \n\n\n\nBanking\n\n\n\nCross-cultural training \n\n\n\n\nWant to buy group tickets for your company?Buy a “row” of tickets and save>> \n\n\n\nWho should come: \n\n\n\n\nLeaders of international subsidiaries in tech or beyond\n\n\n\nHR managers for large ATL companies with global operations\n\n\n\nStartups looking to go global or recruit internationally \n\n\n\nService providers seeking better insight into their clients’ challenges\n\n\n\nEconomic development leaders looking to improve their community’s outreach around the world\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Experts\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCuneyt Evirgen\, Faculty Director\, GSU CIBER (Center for International Business Education & Research)\nDr. T. Cuneyt Evirgen serves as Senior Academic Professional at the J. Mack Robinson College of Business\, Georgia State University. Cuneyt is also a faculty member at the Institute of International Business and the Faculty Director for GSU-CIBER. Cuneyt is a seasoned executive\, educator\, scholar\, mentor in international business and executive education. He is an independent board member with experience and expertise in marketing and retailing strategy. \n\n\n\nCuneyt holds BSc degrees both in Electrical Engineering and Mathematics and MBA degree from Bosphorous University in Istanbul\, and PhD degree in Marketing and International Business from Michigan State University. In 2010\, he was the recipient of the Outstanding Alumni Achievement Award given by the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatthias “Matt” Ohm\, Associate\, Arnall Golden Gregory\nMatt 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). He 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\nMatt served as a board member of the Stonewall Bar Association of Georgia\, Inc. (“Stonewall”) for many years and supports the organization. Stonewall is a professional association of attorneys\, judges\, law students\, paralegals\, and other legal professionals who support the rights of lesbian\, gay\, bisexual\, and transgender people\, and who oppose discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Matt also serves as the co-chair supporting the LGBTQ Professionals Subcommittee of AGG’s Diversity\, Equity\, & Inclusion Committee. \n\n\n\nMatt is also the chair of the Atlanta Sister Cities Commission after serving as the Atlanta-Nuremberg Sister Cities Commission chair for many years. The City of Atlanta fosters 17 sister-city relationships with communities across the globe. The Atlanta Sister Cities Commission has continued to expand its programming by promoting mutually beneficial cultural\, educational\, economic\, and community development exchanges. Under Mayor Andre Dickens’ leadership\, the Commission has positioned itself to enhance its efforts through increased marketing\, a charitable foundation\, and increased staff support from the Mayor’s Office of International Affairs. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMaia Samb\,Founder\, RealtorPuttogo Global Group\, Keller Williams\nMaia is the founder of the Puttogo Global Group\, a real estate firm based in Dunwoody\, GA and offering full-service\, creative real estate solutions in the metro-Atlanta area. The Puttogo Global Group brings a fresh perspective when working with real estate clients from all over the world and services clients in English\, French and Spanish. \n\n\n\nShe considers herself a multilingual global citizen having lived in 3 continents (Africa\, Europe and now America). Because of her background\, she has a keen understanding of how to mitigate stress when it comes to relocation\, and her clients greatly benefit from her unique global perspective in real estate.She has 15 years’ experience in corporate marketing and communications\, a Master’s in Strategic Public Relations and two undergraduate degrees. Before launching Puttogo Global Group in 2021\, she was a top producing single agent in the North Metro Atlanta office\, under Keller Williams Atlanta Perimeter. She moved from France to Atlanta in 2008\, where she has lived ever since with her husband and two daughters. When she is not working\, you can find her reading\, traveling or enjoying exotic food somewhere around the globe. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDina Khismatulina\, Esq\,Partner\, Managing Attorney The Manely Firm \nA native of Siberia\, Russia\, Dina Khismatulina is an LLM graduate of Emory University School of Law. She earned her first law degree in 1999 from Tomsk State University\, one of the top law schools in Russia. After graduation\, Dina worked as an in-house counsel for an Internet mass media company in Siberia. From 1999 to 2002 she worked as in-house counsel for one of the subsidiaries of Gazprom JSC\, the top natural gas producer in Russia and one of the largest companies in the world\, where she focused on contract\, corporate\, and antitrust matters. \n\n\n\nPrior to moving to the U.S.\, Dina also worked in Moscow\, handling civil litigation and bankruptcy cases. After moving to Atlanta in 2003\, she worked as a paralegal concentrating on personal injury\, immigration\, civil litigation\, and family law. Dina became a U.S. Citizen in 2008\, and in 2013 she graduated from Emory University School of Law with an LLM degree. While at Emory\, Dina was an active member of both the Student Body Association and International Law Society. She joined The Manely Firm\, P.C. in November 2014 after successfully passing the Bar. \n\n\n\nDina is fluent in English and Russian\, and she is a member of the American Society of International Law as well as its Women in International Law section. \n\n\n\nDina lives in Sandy Springs with her husband and children. She is an avid tennis player and a member of ALTA and USTA. Dina is admitted to practice law in Russia as well as here in Georgia where she has been admitted to Georgia State and Superior Courts\, as well as the Georgia Court of Appeals.  \n\n\n\nDina and the Lawrenceville team were proudly recognized by Gwinnett Magazine as 2020\, 2021\, 2022\, and 2023’s Best of Gwinnett’s “Best Family Law Attorney.” \n\n\n\nDina is active in her professional community and served as Co-President of the Gwinnett County Bar Family Law Section for three years. She continues to actively help lead and support Gwinnett Bar events. Dina is currently serving as VP of the Atlanta Bar Association’s International Family Law Section and is an active partner with Global Atlanta in support and service of Georgia’s consulate community. She has also been a featured speaker with the Cobb County Chamber of Commerce on International Family Law matters. She has been selected as one of the 2020-2025 Super Lawyers and was highlighted nationally in Super Lawyers Magazine’s article ‘Catching the American Dream\,’ which features her professionalism and international experiences. Dina was also proudly recognized by Georgia Super Lawyers as one of the Top 50 Women Georgia Super Lawyers for 2024-2025 and one of the Top 100 Georgia Super Lawyers for 2025. \n\n\n\nDina now acts as a Partner Managing Attorney for The Manely Firm\, P.C. in Atlanta. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKevin Glass\, Head of School\, Atlanta International School \nCommitted to creating globally-minded students poised to shape the 21st century\, Kevin’s vocation and calling is international education. His career in education includes leadership and teaching positions in South and West Africa\, Central and North America\, and Central Asia. Prior to joining Atlanta International School\, Kevin was Director of Tashkent International School in Uzbekistan for five years.Kevin serves on various local\, national and international Boards\, including the Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE)\, the Academy for International School Heads (AISH)\, the Center for the Advancement and Study of International Education (CASIE)\, Horizons Atlanta\, the Atlanta Area Association in Independent Schools (AAAIS) and the Buckhead Coalition.Kevin has a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from Framingham State College (USA)\, a Post Graduate Certificate of Education in Biology and Chemistry from Cambridge University (UK)\, and a Bachelor of Science (Hons.) Degree in Bacteriology and Virology from Manchester University (UK).  Kevin is married to Stefani\, a career diplomat currently on family leave from the German Foreign Service. They have three children all of whom attend AIS\, in the German language program. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElyse Blitzer\,Senior Technology ConsultantTriNet\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Todd Shinholster\,Founder\, Principal ConsultantCulture Bridge\, LLC\nMichael Todd Shinholster is the Founder and Principal Consultant at Culture Bridge\, LLC\, specializing in executive coaching\, global leadership\, international teams\, and intercultural communication. Born in Macon\, Georgia to an American mother and Austrian father\, Todd blends Southern and European influences in both life and work. He holds an M.B.A. in International Business from Kennesaw State University and a B.A. in German from Georgia State University. A certified ICQ Global DISC Master Trainer and Intercultural Development Inventory Administrator\, Todd has supported clients across Europe\, Asia\, and the Americas\, including Audi\, BMW\, Coca-Cola\, and Siemens. He has worked with Delta Air Lines\, the 1996 Olympic Games\, and the 2004 G-8 Summit. As an Instructor of Management at Kennesaw State University\, he teaches international business and leadership. A past President of IACET\, he is also a member of Phi Beta Delta\, SIETAR\, and the World Affairs Council of Atlanta. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKerry Anne Eales\,Chief Human Resources OfficerSmith + Howard\nWith 20 years of experience in human resources\, Kerry leads Smith + Howard’s talent and recruiting strategy\, supporting the firm’s long-term development and growth. \n\n\n\nKerry joined Smith + Howard in 2021 as the firm’s Chief Human Resources Officer. She is responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the firm\, specifically in the areas of succession planning\, talent management\, change management\, organizational and performance management\, training and development\, and compensation. \n\n\n\nKerry is a strategic human resource leader with almost 20 years of experience leading human resource organizations and efforts in large global companies. She is specifically skilled in recruiting\, training\, labor relations\, compliance and performance management. \n\n\n\nKerry and her husband moved to the United States from Johannesburg\, South Africa in 2009. They live in Vinings with their two highly energetic Labrador Retrievers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpat Testimonials\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnamaria (Encean) HannaTechnologist from Romania\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGiovanni Candela ToroBanker from Colombia
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/expats-experts-2025/
LOCATION:Uptown Atlanta\, 575 Main St. NE\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Asia,Business,Canada,Caribbean,Culture,Economic Development,Education,Europe,Family law,Featured,Food,Israel,Latin America,Law,Manufacturing,Middle East / North Africa,Networking,Tax,Technology,Trade
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SUMMARY:Ficep Corporation Groundbreaking Event
DESCRIPTION:The Ficep Corporation and Foundry Commercial invite you to a landmark event celebrating the start of a new chapter in innovation and growth. Be a part of this exciting moment as we break ground and celebrate the future of steel fabrication. Enjoy light bites and a free gift for attending.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ficep-corporation-groundbreaking-event/
LOCATION:Skaltek Building\, 5510 EcoPark Drive\, Alpharetta\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Manufacturing,Networking
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SUMMARY:Leveraging Logistics: How European Innovations Are Benefiting U.S. Manufacturers
DESCRIPTION:Facing a topsy-turvy trade landscape and a shrinking pool of trained workers\, American manufacturers are searching for sources of competitiveness. Increasingly\, that means looking internally\, investing in automation to drive efficiencies and cut costs.  \n\n\n\nFortunately for metro Atlanta\, European companies accustomed to constraints on land and labor are investing here to bring innovations in logistics to the U.S. market\, leveraging new technologies and design savvy to boost resiliency and profitability. Perhaps no country offers more innovation muscle per capita than the Netherlands\, a logistics hub boasting Europe’s largest port in Rotterdam and one of its busiest\, best-connected airports in Schiphol. It’s also an exemplar of urban design\, blending connected infrastructure with centuries of knowledge on marine management and mobility.  \n\n\n\nJoin Global Atlanta\, the Cobb Chamber of Commerce and the Netherlands-American Chamber of Commerce Southeast for an evening of networking featuring some of the Dutch firms helping their customers leverage logistics for greater competitiveness in an era of rapid change. \n\n\n\nIn Partnership With: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening Remarks:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvan Malbrough\, Senior Economic Policy Advisor\, Consulate General of the Netherlands in Atlanta\nEvan Malbrough is a native of Smyrna\, Georgia. He is a 2020 graduate of Georgia State University with a degree in Public Policy\, a minor in Cello Performance\, and an inductee to Georgia State University’s 2022 40 under 40 class. At GSU\, Evan was a founding member of his Vote Everywhere\, where he led civic engagement programming on campus. While pursuing his undergraduate studies\, Evan served as a Summer Research Fellow at the United States Department of Defense\, serving at the Pentagon. At the Pentagon\, Evan worked in legislative affairs and worked to support the DOD Office of General Counsel. Upon graduating\, Evan became a 2020 Puffin Fellow with the Andrew Goodman Foundation. Evan founded the Georgia Youth Poll Worker Project\, recruiting 1\,000 poll workers for the 2020 general election and 2021 runoff. The ACLU of Georgia officially acquired the Georgia Youth Poll Worker Project in December 2021\, naming him a Voter Access Project Fellow between December 2021- September 2023. As a fellow Evan worked to protect on campus early voting centers in Atlanta and supported ACLU GA’s legislative initiatives. Evan is a writer who has published in publications such as Forbes\, Teen Vogue\, and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. After leaving the ACLU of Georgia\, Evan served as the Managing Organizer of Georgia for Our Turn where he worked with APS students to create a student mental health community board district wide. Finally\, Evan now works as a VoteFlare Associate at the Shorenstein Center for Media and Politics at the Harvard Kennedy School and as the Senior Economic Policy Advisor at the Netherlands Consulate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSebastian van der Vegt\, President\, Netherlands-American Chamber of Commerce Southeast  \nSebastian van der Vegt is an international business and strategic communications leader. He is passionate about win-win\, purpose driven partnerships\, storytelling\, brand building and aligning strategy to enable rapid growth. \n\n\n\nSebastian is an expert in business\, communications\, business planning\, marketing\, content creation & optimization\, public affairs\, crisis communications\, digital marketing\, change management\, and media relations & strategic partnerships. \n\n\n\nHe has 20+ years international experience\, including leading roles within Coca-Cola and the United Nations (UN) on 3 continents. Co-author of one of the first UN books on Sustainability translated to 11 languages. MBA\, BA in Psychology\, Executive Education in International Communications. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArt Masri\, Director of Sales\, Airports and Parcel North America\, VanderLande\nVanderlande is a market-leading\, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the warehousing\, airports and parcel sectors. Its extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems\, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realization of fast\, reliable and efficient automation technology \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJaap Tigelaar\, Mobility Expert\, Arcadis\nArcadis is the world’s leading company delivering sustainable design\, engineering\, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36\,000 people\, in over 30 countries\, dedicated to improving quality of life. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRick Bake\,Sr. Business Development Manager NewCold\nNewCold\, the world’s third-largest refrigerated food logistics provider\, offers advanced temperature-controlled supply chain solutions. With 25 state-of-the-art\, highly automated\, and energy-efficient warehouses across three continents\, NewCold offers a combined capacity of more than 1.9 million pallet positions. With a growing transport fleet\, NewCold provides end-to-end supply chain solutions to leading food companies powered by proprietary technology and backed by a team of 2\,700 people from over 40 cultures.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/leveraging-logistics-event/
LOCATION:Cobb Chamber of Commerce\, 1100 Circle 75 Parkway Suite 1000\, Atlanta\, 30339\, Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business,Diplomacy,Economic Development,Europe,Export,Featured,Foreign Direct Investment,Industry,Innovation,Investment,Logistics,Manufacturing,Netherlands,Networking,Policy,Supply Chain,Technology
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SUMMARY:The Fast Track to South African Business Success
DESCRIPTION:The Fast Track to South African Business Success Networking session and panel to capitalize on Brand South Africa’s NASCAR collaboration at Atlanta Motor Speedway \n\n\n\nAfrica’s largest economy is open for investment\, tourism and trade\, and the race is on to engage with the continent of the future.  \n\n\n\nAtlanta is in pole position when it comes to South Africa\, thanks to shared civil-rights heritage\, strong air links\, university collaborations and a growing web of commercial and creative connections — all emphasized in the ongoing Atlanta Phambili initiative.  \n\n\n\nStill\, for the uninitiated\, South Africa may seem dauntingly distant. That’s why Brand South Africa is bringing top brands across the Atlantic for a high-octane introduction to what makes the land of braais and biltong both a captivating travel destination and an attractive commercial opportunity.  \n\n\n\nDuring the June 27 Focused Health 250\, NASCAR XFinity Series race at Echo Park Speedway (Atlanta Motor Speedway)\, the yellow South Africa race car\, decked out in flag colors\, will showcase key players from a variety of industries\, inviting potential partners from the Southeast U.S. to take a closer look at the rainbow nation.  \n\n\n\nOn race day\, Global Atlanta\, celebrity chef and restaurateur Lorna Maseko\, Team South Africa Racing and Brand South Africa are partnering to give Atlantans a taste of South African commerce and culture through a panel discussion and afternoon networking session featuring the car’s logo partners and Atlanta-based companies already on the fast-track to South African success.  \n\n\n\nFeatured Car Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrand South AfricaOfficial Custodian of South Africa’s Nation Brand\nBrand South Africa is the official marketing agency of South Africa\, with a mandate to build the country’s brand reputation\, in order to improve its global competitiveness. Brand South Africa’s primary focus is to develop and implement proactive\, coordinated marketing and communications reputation management strategies for South Africa. Our main objective is to market South Africa to both domestic and international audiences\, positioning South Africa as a competitive investment destination\, and inspiring and instilling active citizenship amongst South Africans. \n\n\n\nBrand South Africa was established in August 2002 to help create a positive and compelling brand image for South Africa. At that time the world was unsure what to think of South Africa\, with many different messages being sent by various sources. This did very little to build the country’s brand and it was evident that to attract tourism and investment there was a need to coordinate marketing initiatives to make them more effective. \n\n\n\nThis led to the creation of Brand South Africa\, whose main objective is to market South Africa. \n\n\n\nThere are many benefits to having a consolidated brand image\, with the most important being a consistent Brand South Africa message to create strategic advantages in terms of trade and tourism for the country in an increasingly competitive marketplace. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuperformanceLuxury Racing Replicas\nSuperformance LLC is a distributor for complete\, “Rolling Chassis” replica and continuation race cars of the 1960’s. Superformance has distributed specially constructed cars in the United States since 1994. \n\n\n\nAs one of the first players in the industry\, Superformance has over 20 independent dealerships throughout the world. We have earned our reputation with our attention to detail\, quality\, craftsmanship\, fit\, finish and customer service. \n\n\n\nSuperformance LLC has a long standing relationship and build contract with Hi-Tech Automotive who is the world’s largest specialty car production facility. Together Superformance and Hi-Tech have produced and distributed more than 4000 rolling chassis worldwide. \n\n\n\nThe Superformance rolling chassis is the most sought after continuation car in the United States and is recognized in the industry as the leader in 1960’s racing legends reproduction cars. All Superformance rolling chassis are factory built and assembled utilizing all “NEW” parts. \n\n\n\nMeticulous attention to detail is evident throughout and is noted in the body fitment\, paint and the smallest aspect of our chassis. Superformance products are aesthetically and dimensionally correct and are engineered in the image of the classic sports car of yester year. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTeam South Africa Racing\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStormberg FoodsProducers & Suppliers of Superior Quality Air Dried Snacks\nFrom its home in South Africa to the States of America\, Stormberg Foods shares a passion for natural\, air-dried beef snacks. Biltong\, as it’s known colloquially in South Africa\, is a whole food and healthy jerky alternative. Stormberg Foods uses USA beef\, traditional South African flavours\, all-natural ingredients and original recipes from yesteryear to manufacture high protein\, zero sugar biltong snacks. The family heritage spanning five generations ensures perfected recipes. As a leading protein snack producer\, Stormberg Foods uses state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with custom-designed machinery and innovative technology. The modern food processing factory ensures consistent quality biltong supplies to co-packing and Private Label customers in America – a far cry from the original biltong production process:hanging strips of meat on farm fences to air dry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Sponsors to be announced. \n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLarry Yon\, Co-Founder and President\,CyberAlliance\nLarry Yon II is a globally recognized expert with nearly two decades of experience driving U.S.-Africa economic engagement. He has advised governments\, multinational corporations\, high-net-worth individuals\, and high-growth startups ininternational market expansion\, investment\, trade\, and digital transformation. \n\n\n\nHe is the Co-Founder and President of CyberAlliance\, a 7x award-winning global cybersecurity firm\, ensuring that the promise of technology is realized. Cyber Allliance’s portfolio of clients that range from the United States largest businesses to startups in South Africa. He is also the Founder of B-Direct\, the firstAfrica-centric corporate board prep and placement company. \n\n\n\nLarry serves as Chairman of Africa Diaspora Invests (ADI)\, a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to mobilizing U.S. investment into Africa’s startup ecosystem. ADI has hosted African delegations in the U.S.\, organized global investment summits\, and curated immersive investor tours to South Africa. These initiatives have fostered strategic partnerships between African fund managers\, U.S. investors\, and international development institutions. \n\n\n\nFurthering his influence in venture capital\, Larry is a portfolio advisor with Africa’s most active VC\, Launch Africa\, and a Fund Advisor to Johannesburg-based Anza Capital. His work has been recognized through prestigious awards\, including the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joseph R. Bidenand the Cyber Newcomer of the Year Award from the Institute of Cyber Security Zimbabwe. \n\n\n\nHis deep-rooted connections in South African leadership circles include collaborations with the late Winnie Mandela and the late King Zwelithini of the Zulu nation\, reinforcing his commitment to cultural and economic empowerment. \n\n\n\nBeyond business\, Larry has led philanthropic efforts to open libraries in South African townships\, working alongside corporate and nonprofit partnersto expandeducation and literacy resources. \n\n\n\nA respected thought leader and speaker\, Larry’s insights have been featured in GQ South Africa\, Inc. Africa\, ShoppeBlack\, and other major media outlets. He has spoken at numerous global conferences and podcasts\, on conversations that support shared prosperity between the United States and Africa’s in a new global economy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKarl Carter\, CEOSnake Nation\nSnake Nation is a mission driven\, culture\, content and technology company for Creative Rebels in film\, music\, art\, fashion\, dance and tech based in Atlanta\, GA and Cape Town . We are building a platform that helps M2 (Multicultural Millennial) creators\, build audience\, distribute their product and monetize their work in the global creative economy. \n\n\n\nSnake Nation is named in honor of the historically artistic and rebellious neighborhood where we are based in Atlanta. We encompass online platforms and creative spaces in global creative hot spots. Our spaces are what we call “Social Studios” co work and content creation studios developed for creative communities. We are opening Snake Nation social studios globally\, with our first US location in Atlanta\, GA and our international expansion planned in Cape Town\, Johannesburg\, South Africa and other key markets. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlister Glen\, Regional Director of OperationsValor Hospitality Partners\nAfrica\, Middle East and Asia. Three vibrant and diverse regions on a journey to redefine hospitality by setting new standards of excellence.  Each of the three regions have two things in common. First\, each is rich in culture\, history\, and natural beauty. Second\, each represents a significant growth opportunity for innovative hospitality solutions. \n\n\n\nOur strategy for success\, as we continue to expand our footprint in these regions\, is deeply rooted in our core values: Passionate\, Real\, Inspiring\, Dynamic\, and Excellent. These values guide every decision we make and every action we take\, ensuring that we consistently exceed the expectations of our guests and stakeholders. \n\n\n\nAs true Hotelitarians\, our mission is to energise our teams and properties through a comprehensive approach that integrates people\, product\, planet\, and profit. This holistic strategy not only aims to enhance our operational excellence\, but also to make a positive impact on the communities we serve and the environment we cherish. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGary Moorcroft\, CEO\, Stormberg Foods\nGary Moorcroft is a fourth generation meat trader and grandson of Fenner Moorcroft\, a live stock trader and later owner of the Cradock Abattoir in South Africa. At the age of 10\, Gary had his first experience with air-dried meat snacks on his uncle Bill’s farm where the day’s hunt was cut into suitable pieces of meat and hung along lines spun on the sun porch behind wire netting. The cool\, dry and gentle breeze of pure winter air in the Cradock area created the perfect conditions to naturally dry meat snacks. \n\n\n\nGary’s venture into biltong manufacturing was cemented when he purchased Stormberg Organic in 2007. Founded in 1998\, the company supplied air-dried meat snacks by mail order from its first processing plant in Molteno\, a small town in the North Eastern Cape of South Africa. \n\n\n\nToday Stormberg Foods is a thriving modern business with a high tech food processing facility in the city of Goldsboro in North Carolina. From here\, Stormberg supplies traditional South African biltong to the American market through its own brands\, and co-packs and private labels meat snacks and pet treats for high end brands and retailers.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-fast-track-to-south-african-business-success/
LOCATION:Constellations\, 135 Auburn Avenue\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Art,Automotive,Banking,Business,Culture,Diaspora,Diplomacy,Economic Development,Education,Entrepreneurship,Export,Featured,Finance,Fintech,Food,Foreign Direct Investment,Industry,Innovation,Investment,Logistics,Manufacturing,Market expansion,Middle East / North Africa,Networking,South Africa,Technology,Trade
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SUMMARY:Consular Conversations OTP: Dominican Republic
DESCRIPTION:Join Global Atlanta on July 30th for a special edition of our Consular Conversations series presented by Miller & Martin and hosted by Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and Partnership Gwinnett\, featuring Rosa Yanina Torres Tamares\, Consul General of the Dominican Republic in New Orleans\, Louisiana. \n\n\n\nThe lunch will include a panel discussion with Miguel Angel Santa Galva\, Vice Consul\, Head of Trade & Investment Affairs for the Dominican Consulate along with local and Dominican companies moderated by Global Atlanta’s Managing Editor\, Trevor Williams. \n\n\n\nNon-Member Ticket: $30Gwinnett Chamber Member Ticket: $20Global Atlanta Passport Holder: FREE \n\n\n\nWant to buy group tickets for your company?Buy a “row” of tickets and save>> \n\n\n\nSponsored By\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKeynote Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRosa Yanina Torres Tamares\, Consul General of the Dominican Republic in New Orleans\nRosa Yanina Torres Tamares is a distinguished Dominican public servant\, educator\, and political activist\, born on August 24\, 1981\, in San Felipe de Puerto Plata\, Dominican Republic. She currently serves as the Consul General of the Dominican Republic in New Orleans\, Louisiana\, United States\, a position she assumed in September 2024 through Presidential Decree 554-24.Academic BackgroundTorres Tamares completed her primary education in the community of Maimón and graduated from the Gregorio Urbano Gilbert Polytechnic High School. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education\, with a concentration in Modern Languages\, from the Universidad Tecnológica de Santiago (UTESA). In addition\, she has completed six specialized diplomas in areas such aspolitical leadership\, educational management\, and comprehensive early childhood care. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Executive Human Resources Management at the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM).Political and Professional CareerFrom an early age\, Torres Tamares has been actively involved in politics. At 19\, she was elected Deputy Director of the municipal district of Maimón. She has held various leadership positions within the Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM)\, including District Secretary General\, Executive Vice President of Puerto Plata Province\, and National Vice President of the PRM Women’s Front. In October 2020\, she was appointed Deputy Director of Operational and Territorial Management at the National Institute for Comprehensive Early Childhood Care (INAIPI) through Decree 579-20. In this role\, she was recognized for her commitment to the development of programs focused on comprehensive early childhood care.Consular WorkAs Consul General in New Orleans\, Torres Tamares has worked to strengthen the Dominican Republic’s diplomatic presence and to serve the Dominican diaspora with dedication and efficiency. Her vision includes consolidating an accessible and innovative consulate that acts as a bridge of opportunities between Dominicans abroad and their homeland.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPanelists\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMiguel Angel Santana Galva\, Vice Consul\, Head of Trade & Investment Affairs\, Consulate General of the Dominican Republic in New Orleans\nMiguel Angel Santana Galva is an economist with a Master’s Degree in Financial Management from CESTE\, International Business School in Spain\, in collaboration with the University ofWales in the United Kingdom\, and an Executive MBA. He currently serves as Vice Consul\, Head of Trade and Investment Affairs at the Consulate General of the Dominican Republic in NewOrleans\, where he leads key initiatives to promote trade\, investment\, and international cooperation between the Dominican Republic and the United States. With over seven years of experience in export promotion\, investment attraction\, and economic data analysis\, Miguel has been actively involved in the planning and execution of major nationaland international events such as SIAL Paris\, Expo 2020 Dubai\, and Gulfood. His expertise spans from designing commercial strategies and public policies to facilitating business connections between international importers and Dominican exporters.Key Achievements: \n\n\n\n\nDevelopment and oversight of strategic plans to diversify Dominican exports.\n\n\n\nCoordination of international events to promote Dominican products and services in keymarkets.\n\n\n\nPromotion of the Dominican Republic as an investment and tourism destination at globalforums.\n\n\n\n\nEducation: \n\n\n\n\nMaster’s Degree in Financial Management\, CESTE\, International Business School in Spain in collaboration with the University of Wales\, United Kingdom.\n\n\n\nExecutive MBA\, Formato Educativo Business School.\n\n\n\nBachelor’s Degree in Economics\, Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo.\n\n\n\nDiploma in Trade Policy and Business Promotion\, INESDYC.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChuck Campbell\, President and Co-founder\, At Work Sales Corporation \nBorn in Atlanta\, Georgia\, and currently residing in Pell City\, Alabama\, Chuck Campbell holds a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Georgia and completed international business studies at Stichting Nijenrode in the Breukelen\, Netherlands. Chuck has been the President and Co-founder of At Work Sales Corporation in Orange Beach\, Alabama\, since 1991.  Prior to that\, Chuck worked with Uniform Rental Service\, Inc. in Atlanta from 1974 to 1991. He is also fluent in Dutch.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrian Lee\, Founder\, Scratch Food Group\nBrian’s career is a blend of marketing leadership and entrepreneurship spanning diverse verticals\, including CPG\, Tech/Telecom\, Finance\, Pharma\, Retail\, and more. \n\n\n\nAt Scratch Food Group\, Brian is committed creating culturally authentic\, sustainable\, and delectable plant-based food options. The vision is to celebrate the rich tapestry of global cuisines while promoting health\, sustainability\, and community through its products. Scratch believes that every meal can be an experience\, a connection\, and a force for positive change. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nClosing Remarks from Dominican Business Community \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHilda Abbott\, Founder and CEO\, RudHil Companies\nHilda Abbott is the Founder and CEO of RudHil Companies and RudHil Commercial\, the first Hispanic female-owned\, minority-certified commercial real estate brokerage in Georgia. With more than 24 years of experience\, she has brokered\, led\, and managed over $800 million in commercial\, residential\, and mixed-use real estate transactions. \n\n\n\nIn addition to her brokerage and consulting expertise\, Hilda is an active real estate investor with direct involvement in multiple commercial and residential developments\, including new construction\, mixed-use projects\, and affordable housing initiatives. Her investment experience gives her clients a strategic edge when navigating today’s complex real estate market. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuliana Melo\, Owner and CEO\, The Cotto Law Group and VIP Office Suites\nJuliana Melo is a dynamic entrepreneur and community leader with over 26 years of dedicated service to the Hispanic community. Born in the Dominican Republic\, she immigrated to the United States in November 1989\, bringing with her a vision for opportunity\, growth\, and empowerment. Since 1999\, she has proudly called Duluth\, Georgia home\, where she continues to make a lasting impact through both her professional and civic contributions. \n\n\n\nJuliana earned her Associate Degree in Business Science from Hostos Community College in June 1999\, an educational foundation that would serve as the catalyst for her future success in business ownership and community leadership. \n\n\n\nAs the Owner and CEO of The Cotto Law Group and VIP Office Suites\, Juliana has built and led organizations that reflect her core values: integrity\, advocacy\, and service. Under her leadership\, The Cotto Law Group has grown into a trusted legal partner for countless families and individuals navigating complex legal matters in immigration and personal injury\, while VIP Office Suites provides flexible\, professional workspaces that foster innovation and entrepreneurial growth. \n\n\n\nDriven by passion and purpose\, Juliana is a respected figure in Georgia’s Hispanic business community. Her unwavering commitment to excellence\, combined with her deep understanding of the needs of those she serves\, has positioned her as both a role model and a force for positive change.
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LOCATION:Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce\, 6500 Sugarloaf Pkwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30097\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Diplomacy,Economic Development,Featured,Latin America,Manufacturing,Networking,Policy,Trade
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SUMMARY:U.S.-Mexico Trade Business Breakfast with the LACC: Tariffs and Upcoming Review of the USMCA
DESCRIPTION:Get ahead of the curve in North American trade policy! \n\n\n\nJoin the Latin American Chamber of Commerce (LACC) of Georgia for an in-depth discussion on the evolving trade landscape affecting the United States – Mexico trade relationship and the future of the United States – Mexico – Canada Agreement (USMCA). With a formal review of the USMCA on the horizon\, this timely event will unpack key issues around tariffs\, compliance challenges\, and the future of trade between the United States and Mexico.  \n\n\n\nKeynote Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiego Marroquín Bitar\, Inaugural Bersin-Foster North America Scholar\, Wilson Center\nDiego Marroquín Bitar is the Inaugural Bersin-Foster North America Scholar at the Woodrow Wilson Center and the driving force behind their North America research agenda. He co-founded the North America Project at the US-Mexico Foundation and the non-profit North America 3.0. \n\n\n\nAs a think-tanker\, Diego specializes in North American trade\, investment\, energy integration\, labor mobility\, and US-Mexico relations. His insights are frequently featured in publications such as Bloomberg\, El Universal\, Foreign Affairs\, NPR\, Politico\, Reforma\, The Hill\, The New York Times\, The Economist\, and The Financial Times. Before joining the Wilson Center\, Diego worked as a Senior Researcher at the Brookings Institution\, a Fellow at the US-Mexico Foundation\, and a Consultant at The Economist Intelligence Unit. He created the Brookings USMCA Tracker and Scorecard. Diego received his  BA from ITAM in Mexico City and earned his Masters in Public Policy from Georgetown University\, where he was honored with the Global Leadership Award. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFireside Chat Panelists\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJim Reed\, President\, YKK Corporation of America\nJim Reed is President of YKK Corporation of America\, the parent company of the YKK Americas Group. In this role\, he is responsible for YKK’s operations in the Western Hemisphere\, which consist of 19 dynamic operating companies spanning six time zones in Canada\, the United States\, Mexico\, Central America\, Colombia\, Brazil\, Argentina and Chile.  \n\n\n\nPrior to becoming President\, Jim served as YKK’s Chief Legal Counsel. Prior to joining YKK\, Jim was in-house counsel for Georgia-Pacific\, LLC and also served as managing director of intellectual property licensing for BellSouth (and later AT&T).  He was also an associate with Troutman Sanders LLP in Atlanta\, Georgia.   \n\n\n\nJim currently chairs the board of the World Affairs Council of Atlanta and serves on the boards of the Atlanta Rotary Club\, the National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO)\, and the Japan-America Society of Georgia\, as well as The Carter Center Board of Councilors.  \n\n\n\nA graduate of the University of Virginia and the University of Georgia School of Law\, he lives in Marietta\, Georgia\, with his wife\, Sheri\, and their three children. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarek Brabec\, Operations Manager\, ALBAform\nMarek Brabec is an Operations Manager at ALBAform\, with extensive experience in manufacturing and management within the automotive sector. In his role\, Marek oversees the company’s middle management and plays a key role in ensuring that key performance indicators (KPIs) are consistently met. Beyond day-to-day operations\, Marek is instrumental in shaping the company’s medium- to long-term strategic vision. He is deeply involved in strategic planning\, including goal setting\, pricing policies\, budgeting\, capacity calculations\, and human resource planning. Additionally\, he fosters strong business relationships with key partners\, working closely with top management to drive sustainable growth and operational excellence. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJonathan Picard\, General Counsel\, East West Manufacturing\nAs General Counsel of East West Manufacturing\, Jonathan Picard is responsible for planning and directing all aspects of the company’s legal affairs. Jonathan is responsible for all commercial legal and dispute matters for the company globally and supports our team in managing and advising legal matters across all functions. \n\n\n\nPrior to joining East West\, Jonathan served as the North American legal director for a global manufacturing company in the food and beverage packaging industry. Previously\, he was a partner at the global law firm\, Squire Patton Boggs\, representing public and private companies in corporate and commercial matters (including M&A transactions\, joint ventures\, investments and divestures\, as well as a wide variety of corporate and commercial transactions). \n\n\n\nJonathan holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida\, a juris doctorate from Florida State University College of Law\, and an LLM in Taxation from New York University School of Law. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nGain insights into potential changes to the USMCA \n\n\n\nUnderstand current and future tariff impacts on your industry \n\n\n\nConnect with trade professionals and government officials \n\n\n\nPrepare your business for what’s next in North American Trade \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/7147878/
LOCATION:The 1818 Club\, 6500 Sugarloaf Parkway\, Duluth\, GA\, 30097\, United States
CATEGORIES:Canada,Economic Development,Economic Forecasting,Economics,Featured,Geopolitics,Import,Industry,International Markets,international relations,Latin America,Manufacturing,Mexico,North America,Policy,Trade
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SUMMARY:UKIS 2025: US-Korea Industry Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The US-Korea Industry Showcase (UKIS) 2025 is an unparalleled platform connecting leading tech companies\, research institutions\, and startups from the US and Korea. As a newly launched exhibition program under the annual UKC (US-Korea Conference on Science\, Technology\, and Entrepreneurship) organized by KSEA (Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association)\, UKIS provides a unique opportunity to showcase the latest technologies\, innovative products\, and future-oriented solutions. \n\n\n\nJoin the Southeast U.S. Korean Chamber of Commerce in Atlanta\, a city rapidly emerging as a new hub for US-Korea technology cooperation\, home to global corporate headquarters and major Korean tech companies establishing significant production facilities. \n\n\n\nWhy Attend UKIS 2025?\n\n\n\n\nShowcase Your Innovation: Present your cutting-edge technologies and new products to the US market.\n\n\n\nExpand Your Network: Connect with investors\, policymakers\, and global corporations\, fostering business networking and investment opportunities in the US market.\n\n\n\nEngage with Customers: Directly interact with US customers to gauge market response and drive sales.\n\n\n\nSpot Global Trends: Gain early insights into global technology trends all in one place.\n\n\n\nStrategic Location: Leverage Atlanta’s strengths as a major industrial and logistics hub\, its business-friendly environment\, and its rapidly growing Korean community and K-Tech ecosystem.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ukis-2025-us-korea-industry-showcase/
LOCATION:Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park\, 190 Marietta St NW\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30303
CATEGORIES:Business,Innovation,International Markets,Manufacturing,Market expansion,Networking,South Korea,Technology
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SUMMARY:Success in Women's Manufacturing: The Woman's Perspective - Tenth Annual Women's Leadership Event
DESCRIPTION:Hear impactful speakers\, enjoy great networking and make new connections in manufacturing! \n\n\n\nSpeakers include female manufacturing leaders from a diverse group of small\, medium and large manufacturers sharing their experiences in the industry\, their company and lessons learned throughout their careers.  \n\n\n\nNext Generation Manufacturing events are open to executives\, directors and senior managers of manufacturing companies. \n\n\n\nEVENT AGENDA \n\n\n\nDiscussions Include: \n\n\n\nAdaptability through Growth & Transformation \n\n\n\n\nMichelle Bowen\, President/CEO\, Odoban\n\n\n\nRebecca Illsley\, COO\, Thermacell\n\n\n\nMary Murray\, CEO\, DeLong’s Gizzard Equipment\n\n\n\n\nMore than Manufacturing: Supporting & Creating Community \n\n\n\n\nTara Ericson\, CEO\, beMatrix\n\n\n\nSara Shockley\, CFO\, Ubique Group\n\n\n\nChristy Wright\, SVP Finance\, Southwire\n\n\n\n\nPillars of the Manufacturing Economy: Workforce\, Logistics & The Global Marketplace \n\n\n\n\nChandler Boone\, Foreign Exchange Specialist\, Truist\n\n\n\nRamona Burada\, SVP Transportation & Logistics\, Truist\n\n\n\nStacy McCoy\, SVP Research & Insights\, Employbridge\n\n\n\n\nFemale-led Food Production Companies – Ingredients for Success \n\n\n\n\nTheresa Bostic\, Owner\, Kayla’s Italian Ice\n\n\n\nKeicha Danzie\, Founder\, Good Boy Goodies\n\n\n\nSonia Paryani\, CEO\, Paryani Foods\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/success-in-womens-manufacturing-the-womans-perspective-tenth-annual-womens-leadership-event/
LOCATION:Nelson Mullins Law Firm at Atlantic Station\, 201 17th Street NW #17 201 Building at Atlantic Station \, Atlanta\, 30363\, United States
CATEGORIES:Economics,Food,Industry,International Markets,Manufacturing,Market expansion,Networking,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T100000
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SUMMARY:Propanama- Panama Investment Summit
DESCRIPTION:This Summit will convene key stakeholders—including government representatives\, corporate leaders\, and business owners—to foster meaningful dialogue\, build strategic partnerships\, and strengthen collaboration. \n\n\n\nFeatured speakers include H.E. Gerardo Peláez\, Ambassador and Chief Administrator of PROPANAMA\, and Oriadna Ortega\, Investment Specialist. ProPanama is recognized as a premier platform to promote investment opportunities in Latin America\, with a special emphasis on Panama’s fast-growing technology\, pharmaceutical\, and manufacturing sectors. \n\n\n\nThe program will highlight opportunities to: \n\n\n\n\nStrengthen economic ties between Georgia and Panama.\n\n\n\nExchange experiences\, knowledge\, and business connections.\n\n\n\nExplore strategies to support U.S. companies seeking to expand into Latin America\, leveraging Panama as a strategic gateway to the Caribbean and South American markets.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/propanama-panama-investment-summit/
LOCATION:Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce\, 270 Peachtree Street NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,International Markets,Latin America,Manufacturing,Medicine,Panama,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T170000
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SUMMARY:Transatlantic Takeoff: Hedging Headwinds With European Expansion
DESCRIPTION:Register\n\n\n\n\nWith tariff turmoil threatening transatlantic trade\, American companies are looking for safe harbors and engines of growth globally.  \n\n\n\nEurope\, with its advanced factories in sectors from metals to motors\, world-leading energy and sustainability solutions\, dynamic startups and cutting-edge research in life sciences and beyond\, provides an attractive avenue for expansion and a healthy hedge against uncertainty.  \n\n\n\nAnd what better place to access this market of 450 million consumers than through the largest and most dynamic state in the continent’s largest economy?  \n\n\n\nNorth Rhine-Westphalia\, Germany’s largest state by population and output\, boasts 18 million citizens and accounts for a fifth of German GDP — making its economy larger than those of Belgium\, Switzerland or Sweden.  \n\n\n\nKnown for cities like Duesseldorf\, Cologne\, Bonn\, Essen and Dortmund\, NRW has spotlighted Georgia\, in 2021 becoming the first and only German state with an economic development office in Atlanta.  \n\n\n\nJoin NRW.Global Business and Global Atlanta for an in-depth look at NRW as a platform for transatlantic takeoff\, where you’ll network with peers and be inspired by stories of local startups\, scaleups and established enterprises that have crossed the pond with confidence\, utilizing NRW’s unrivaled workforce\, strategic incentives and top universities.  \n\n\n\nVenue Sponsor:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho should come: Firms in the following sectors with plans for the European market:\n\n\n\n\nManufacturing\n\n\n\nTech scaleups\n\n\n\nLife sciences \n\n\n\nEnergy\n\n\n\nSports Tech\n\n\n\nStartups\, Educational Institutions and Innovation Ecosystems\n\n\n\n\n…and more. \n\n\n\nNote: This complimentary reception is targeted toward local companies in manufacturing\, technology and other sectors with substantive and intentional plans for European expansion. Service providers will be vetted and only confirmed/allowed to join after the payment of a $100 entry fee.  \n\n\n\nOpening Remarks\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMelanie Moltmann\, Consul General of Germany \nConsul General of Germany\, arrived in Atlanta in September 2022. She came to the Southeast U.S. from Berlin\, where she served as Deputy Head of Division\, Division for Immigration Law\, Visa\, and Immigration Policy. Moltmann also has served as Deputy Head of Mission and Counselor for Cultural and Press Affairs in the German embassy in Tashkent\, Uzbekistan; Desk Officer\, Division for South East Asia and the Pacific in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Berlin; and Deputy Head of Mission\, German Embassy Yerevan\, Armenia. A Russian speaker\, Moltmann earned an LLM degree in Moscow between her legal studies and a three-year study program at the Court of Cassation in Schleswig\, Germany. The German Consulate General in Atlanta is the official representation of the German government to the southeast of the United States. The consular district includes Alabama\, Georgia\, Mississippi\, North Carolina\, South Carolina\, and Tennessee.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSander Biehn\, CEO\, ReadyforSocial\nSander Biehn is Founder and CEO of Ready For Social\, an international marketing SaaS technology solution that let’s marketers create and direct direct their sales team’s social media activity to help them sell.  Ready For Social and its international subsidiary has been serving B2B enterprise and SMBs since 2016. Prior to starting Ready For Social\, Sander worked as a sales leader for AT&T for many years. Sander spent the late 1990s in Amsterdam running channel management for a joint venture of KPN and AT&T. Sander lives and works in Atlanta\, GA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaniel Dueren\, Economic Development Director\, Southeast – NRW.Global Business\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Kai Westerwelle\, Partner\, CMS\nDr. Kai Westerwelle is a partner at the international law firm CMS in their Mountain View / California representative office. For more than 30 years\, Kai has been advising US companies and high-growth start-ups\, first in Germany and as of 2014 in Silicon Valley and San Francisco. His expertise focuses on international tech transactions\, cross-border expansions\, as well as international regulations\, particularly on privacy\, digital\, and AI. Kai is the Chairman of the Board of the German American Business Association\, member of the central Executive Committee and Regional Director San Francisco/West Coast of the German American Lawyers’ Association\, and elected member of the Atlantik Brücke and the American Council on Germany. He regularly speaks at international conferences\, and lectures data privacy at Universities in Germany and the US. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKiel Harkness\, VP for Strategy for Europe and Americas\, UPS\nKiel Harkness has over 20 years of experience in various roles at UPS and UPS Capital. He joined UPS in 1999 as an Account Executive and held a variety of positions in marketing and pricing strategy until his promotion to Business Planning Director in 2012. From 2013 to 2020\, Kiel served as the Director of Revenue Management and Business Planning for UPS’s Asia Pacific region and as Marketing Director for the United Kingdom\, Ireland\, and Nordic Countries. In 2020\, Kiel became the Head of Global Marketing and Business Intelligence for UPS Capital\, followed by a position as VP of International Product and Customer Technology before he took on his current role of vice president of Strategy for UPS Europe and Americas in 2025. \n\n\n\nKiel attended Boston University from 1995 to 1999 and holds an MBA in Marketing from Georgia State University – J. Mack Robinson College of Business \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/transatlantic-takeoff-hedging-headwinds-with-european-expansion/
LOCATION:Burr & Forman\, 1075 Peachtree St NE Suite 3000\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30309
CATEGORIES:Featured,Germany,Manufacturing,Technology
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SUMMARY:Made in Italy Expo 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Made in Italy Expo celebrates the innovation\, craftsmanship\, and heritage of Italian excellence in the Southeastern United States. A week of events will connect businesses and consumers across industries while showcasing the best of Italian technology\, design\, fashion\, food\, wine\, and more. Through meaningful partnerships and immersive experiences\, the Expo elevates the “Made in Italy” brand and expands its cultural and economic footprint across Georgia and beyond. \n\n\n\nDine Like the Gods\n\n\n\nA rare opportunity to savor exclusive menus and tasting experiences composed by master chefs from Italy and Georgia. Restaurants across the city will offer specially-crafted dishes that honor the exceptional ingredients\, precise techniques\, and depth of mastery that characterize Italian culinary tradition. \n\n\n\nLa Bella Figura: The Art of Italian Style\n\n\n\nItalian sculptural furniture and contemporary art is renowned for its harmony of form and function. La bella figura is an expression of grace\, intention and cultural depth. Explore galleries and designers showcasing the discipline and drama of Italian design\, from bold silhouettes in rich textures to organic forms and ethereal materials. \n\n\n\nPeach and Prada: A Winning Pair\n\n\n\nWhere Italian fashion meets Southern flair: refined\, playful\, and unapologetically stylish. From Lombardy to Lenox\, expect unexpected pairings\, striking color stories\, and silhouettes that shift between tradition and trend. The result is a runway of contrasts\, grounded in heritage yet entirely of the moment. \n\n\n\nIndustry Talks: Shaping What’s Next\n\n\n\nConversations at the intersection of culture\, commerce\, and innovation. From ethical automation to the future of food and travel\, these talks bring together Italian and Southern voices shaping what’s next. Each session invites thoughtful dialogue around how ideas take shape when tradition meets creativity and progress. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more and see the full program
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/made-in-italy-expo-2025/
CATEGORIES:Business,Culture,Design,Economic Development,Exhibit,Fashion,Featured,Food,Italy,Manufacturing,Technology
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SUMMARY:Italy-Georgia Innovation Exchange: Food\, Factories and the Future
DESCRIPTION:Italy is steeped in tradition\, but it’s not stuck in the past. While honoring history\, it’s also focused on the future. This blend of preservation and progress grounds the country’s approach to innovation\, ensuring that new methods aren’t just prioritized for their novelty\, but how well they solve problems and drive culture and commerce forward.  \n\n\n\nGeorgia is also fashioning itself into a hub of technology\, a thriving ecosystem for industries like financial technology\, electric mobility and advanced manufacturing\, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Agriculture\, meanwhile\, remains the top industry in the state\, and new advancements are helping boost yields and create new business models while reducing environmental impacts.   \n\n\n\nJoin the Made in Italy Expo and the Italian-American Chamber of Commerce Southeast’s Georgia Chapter\, in partnership with Italy America Reputation Lab and Global Atlanta\, for industry talks that explore the nexus between these two innovation leaders\, and how food\, factories and the future are being shaped by their exchanges of knowledge and networks.  \n\n\n\nPowerhouse panels will explore how Italian investors are working with Georgia innovators on pressing topics such as automation\, algorethics and artificial intelligence to bring about the factory floors of the future. \n\n\n\nThe common thread? How new ideas take shape when tradition meets creativity and progress. \n\n\n\nRegistration is FREE but limited to the first 100.  \n\n\n\nPanels and Speakers\n\n\n\nBuilding the Future Factory: Automation\, Workforce and Sustainability — A conversation with Italian investors in Georgia\n\n\n\n\nAquafil USA – Franco Rossi\, CEO\n\n\n\nCassioli – Marco Cencetti\, CEO\n\n\n\nJAS Worldwide – Marco Rebuffi\, CEO\n\n\n\nHonorary Consul of Italy in Atlanta – Filiberto Calascibetta\n\n\n\nPirelli USA – Ian Coke – CTO\n\n\n\n\nHow AI Can Empower Next-Generation Scaleups\n\n\n\nFeaturing: Franco Denari\, co-founder of Eataly\, U.S. rep for Longino & Cardenal and expert in startups and investment in food\, hospitality and beyond \n\n\n\nIn conversation with Enrico Cimador\, director of the IAACSE Young Professionals \n\n\n\nFeeding Ambition: How Atlanta Food Entrepreneurs Found Their Appetite for Success\n\n\n\n\nPietro Gianni\, Entrepreneur\, Yeppa and Yeppa Villas \n\n\n\nEmidio Rinaldi\, COO La Regina \n\n\n\nCarolina Rosini\, Entrepreneur and Owner\, Rosetta Bakery Atlanta\n\n\n\nDr. Chris Cornelison\, Assistant VP of Innovation and Strategic Partnerships\, Kennesaw State University
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/italy-georgia-innovation-exchange/
LOCATION:Callanwolde Fine Arts Center\, 980 Briarcliff Rd NE\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development,Europe,Export,Featured,Food,Industry,Innovation,Investment,Italy,Logistics,Manufacturing,Market expansion,Networking,Supply Chain,Technology,Trade
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SUMMARY:2025 SAP Road Show: AI in Today's World
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Porsche Experience Center in Atlanta and experience an exclusive event showcasing how AI is transforming Georgia’s key industries in logistics automation\, smart manufacturing and agricultural technology. \n\n\n\nWhy Georgia? \n\n\n\nGeorgia is one of the fastest-growing centers for AI powered logistics and data infrastructure in the US — home to a booming ecosystem of warehouse automation\, supply chain robotics and cloud-based digital facilities.  \n\n\n\nThe state is also pioneering innovations in agribusiness that leverage ai tech such as robotics\, IoT and machine learning to optimize everything from crop yields to cold storage logistics. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nDaniel Zimmern | Head of Engagement | SAP Labs US\n\n\n\nPatricia Quintero | CEO at IK Hofmann USA\n\n\n\nVivien F. Peaden | Shareholder | Baker Donelson\n\n\n\nTimo Resch | President & CEO | Porsche Cars North America\n\n\n\nAkhilesh Mohan | Vice President | Supply Chain Consulting | 4flow\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/2025-sap-road-show-ai-in-todays-world/
LOCATION:Porsche Experience Center\, One Porsche Drive\, Atlanta \, GA\, 30354\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Germany,Manufacturing,Technology
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SUMMARY:Webinar - From Exports to Exit: How International Business Can Fuel Startup Success
DESCRIPTION:When Sean Casey helped found helicopter parts supplier Rotorcorp\, he quickly noticed that companies who deploy these “flying pickup trucks” weren’t confined within U.S. borders. From far-flung fisheries and oil wells to expansive cattle ranches and infrastructure monitoring\, Robinson helicopters were being put to use all over the world in a variety of utilitarian\, and sometimes unorthodox\, applications. \n\n\n\nThe problem\, he soon found\, was that those who served them with spare parts were largely focused domestically\, and online ordering\, if it existed at all\, was a far cry from the e-commerce ease most consumers expect in their personal shopping. \n\n\n\nMr. Casey set to work expanding in two interlinked directions: digitizing inventory and improving online sales\, while also broadening company’s geographic reach\, relying on a variety of freely available resources — and carefully crafted personal relationships — to become an expert in exports. \n\n\n\nRotorcorp achieved liftoff\, and Mr. Casey exited the company in early 2025\, taking his talents and hard-won international business lessons to Dragon Q Energy\, a startup that distributes solar power poles outfitted with batteries to off-grid locations in need of reliable electricity. The company is set to launch a pilot project in Zambia as it raises capital to scale into disaster relief\, telecom\, commercial and military applications. With this new venture\, Mr. Casey is building exports into the strategy at the outset\, rather than bolting it on as an afterthought. \n\n\n\nAttendees will glean the following takeaways: \n\n\n\n\nHow local connections\, free resources and commitment to global business can help unlock export success\, pairing U.S. strengths with global demand\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to bring e-commerce solutions and scale to a fragmented legacy industry stuck in analog processes\n\n\n\n\n\nLessons on growing globally as a startup\, and how international business can boost resiliency\, attract capital and accelerate a business sale\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSean Casey\, Chief Commercial Officer\, Dragon Q Energy\nA native of Rochester\, New York\, Sean Casey is the proud father of four children and has called Atlanta\, Georgia home since 1997. After co-founding Rotorcorp in 2011\, alongside his brother Daniel Casey\, Sean assumed the leadership role as the company’s CEO in 2018. \n\n\n\nA military veteran\, Sean served as an M1 Abrams armored crewman in the U.S. Army and he embodies the leadership principles honed during his service. Sean is a hands-on operational leader\, taking a n active role in defining the future state of the business\, ensuring the correct people\, tools\, and resources are in place to achieve the strategic objectives. \n\n\n\nWith a passion for export and international trade\, Sean has a a Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) designation and  was appointed by President Biden to serve a second term as a member of the Industry Trade Advisory Committee (ITAC) for Aerospace Equipment at the U.S Commerce Department in Washington D.C.\, is an active member of the District Export Council (DEC) through the U.S. Commercial Service\, and serves on the Small Business Initiatives Committee of Vertical Aviation International (VAI). .Mr. Casey is also a Presidential ‘E’ Award for Exports winner. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/webinar-from-exports-to-exit-how-international-business-can-fuel-startup-success/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Defense,Education,Export,Featured,Lecture,Manufacturing,Technology,Trade
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SUMMARY:Third Annual Southern Supply Chain Summit
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Georgia Automotive Manufacturing Association for its Third Annual Southern Supply Chain Summit in Savannah\, Georgia. \n\n\n\nProgramming is expected to include: Various keynote speakers and panels who will provide key insights as to  \n\n\n\n\nSupply Chain Solutions \n\n\n\nRecent OEM and Tier 1 developments\n\n\n\nHR Solutions including Navigating the HR Digitial Transformation\n\n\n\nSuccessful Steps for Workforce Development and Retention \n\n\n\nSolutions for Surving in a Challenging Legal and Regulatory Environment  \n\n\n\n\nSpecial Tour Opportunity – This year GAMA will be touring the Georgia Ports Authority Port of Savannah Garden City Terminal from private chartered buses\, with expert tour guides. \n\n\n\nDates: \n\n\n\nTuesday\, November 4\, 2025 – 12noon (Registration) – 6:30pm — includes Opening Speakers\, Tour of the Georgia Ports Authority facility\, Additional Speakers\, Exhibitor Showcases\, and Networking Reception. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, November 5\, 2025 – 8:30am – 4:00pm — a Full Day of Speakers\, Exhibitor Showcases\, including a Networking Lunch. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nMore Info
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/third-annual-southern-supply-chain-summit/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites Savannah Airport Hotel\, 145 W. Mulberry Blvd.\, Savannah\, Georgia\, 31407
CATEGORIES:Automotive,Business,Manufacturing,Seminar,Supply Chain
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