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April 22 at 11:30 am - 1:15 pmNorth Metro International Investment Roundtable and Factory Tour
April 23 at 8:00 am - 10:00 amMovers and Makers Awards: Honoring Gwinnett’s Manufacturing and Supply Chain Leaders
May 1 at 8:00 am - 10:30 amConsular Conversations: Mexico
July 15 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Please join the community for the inaugural Gwinnett Interfaith Prayer Breakfast at the Infinite Energy Center in Duluth. The Gwinnett observance of the National Day of Prayer will bring together leaders of various faiths to pray for our community. The National Day of Prayer was created in 1952 by a joint resolution of the United States Congress, and signed into law […]
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will be enforced May 25th to strengthen and unify data protection for individuals within the European Union (EU). The new regulation will affect all companies handling personal data within the EU, as well as American companies offering goods or services to, or monitor the behavior of, EU data subjects. Take […]
Join the World Affairs Council of Atlanta for a book signing and event discussion. President Carter's top domestic policy adviser Stuart Eizenstat comes to The Carter Center to discuss and sign copies of his book President Carter: The White House Years. Ambassador Charles Shapiro will give opening remarks. ABOUT THE BOOK The definitive history of the […]
The annual Czech film festival titled “Czech That Film” has been established in 2012. Currently, it is the largest Czech cultural event in the United States. It is a film festival of best recent Czech films held throughout the United States every year, with a range of screenings and discussion with cast and crew. -Family […]
This year's conference and networking theme is, "Trade Talk: High Stake Innovations Impacting the Global Stage." Whether navigating global supply chains, creating innovative products and processes, or meeting new compliance and security standards, technology is impacting international trade and investment in unpredictable ways. The 2nd Annual World Trade Day 2018 is convening thought leaders and […]
Food Well Alliance invites you to join for the fourth annual Soil Festival on May 5, 2018, as they continue a tradition of celebrating soil as a key source for building gardens and healthier communities. This free event is for all ages and raises awareness of the benefits of using compost to improve and maintain […]
The 2018 Trade Americas program offers U.S. companies the opportunity to explore six markets in the Caribbean Region! Hosted in Miami, FL, the U.S. Commercial Service’s Trade Americas – Business Opportunities in the Caribbean Region Conference will focus on regional-specific sessions, market entry strategies, legal, logistics, and trade financing resources as well as pre-arranged one-on-one […]
India Info Line CEO Himadri Chatterjee (US and Canada markets) will provide an overview and opportunities available in today's capital markets in India. Come learn about international investment opportunities and network with attendees and speakers. Free for Members Non-Members and Guests: $10
FinTech South 2018 is a global exchange of insights, innovations and trends fueling tomorrow's financial tech industry. 2018 FinTech South Highlights 3 Keynote Speakers 24 Breakout Sessions VIP Sessions for C-level Execs Exhibitors & Startups at Innovation Alley Lifetime Achievement Award Innovation Pitch Contest and Award ADVANCE Awards INTERESTED IN PRESENTING? FinTech South will feature […]
Showcase your products with SUSTA at the largest Pan-African food, drink and hospitality trade show. Best prospects for the show include nuts (esp. almonds), dried foods and snacks, sauces and condiments and meat/meat products. With over 200 exhibitors and a host of show-stopping attractions, Food & Hospitality Africa powered by HOSTEX and IFEA is a […]
Be one of the first marketing professionals to benefit from this new Executive Education program. Network and learn alongside your peers, while focusing on practical, hands-on problem-solving. You will leave with a high-caliber, cutting-edge skillset that advances your career trajectory and helps you adapt to an evolving marketing landscape today and throughout the rest of […]
The European Union celebrates May 9 as ‘Europe Day’ and so does the World Affairs Council. In their 5th Annual Europe Day Luncheon, they will take an in-depth look at France. France is taking the wheel along with Germany as a driving force of the European Union. While President Emmanuel Macron juggles domestic economic reform and […]
In the 18th event in Global Atlanta’s Consular Conversations Series, the editorial team will be interviewing the Consul General of India in Atlanta, Mr. Nagesh Singh. Topics of discussion are to include: Trump/Modi relationship one year in India-US defense cooperation Intensifying Indian investment in the South H-1B/Visa Issues Atlanta's quest for nonstop flight to India Educational collaborations […]
The Georgia Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (GIACC), in collaboration with the New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF), Atlanta Film Festival, India China and America (ICA) Institute and the Indian Consulate in Atlanta is is proud to present the Atlanta Indian Film Festival (“AIFF2018”) on May 11-12, 2018 at the Historic Academy of Medicine at Georgia […]
The Global Languages Leadership Meeting assembles participants and stakeholders from a variety of spheres in order to discuss and promote language learning throughout the PK-16 continuum. Through the scope of language and cultural competency, leaders across the Atlanta’s sectors meet to strategize ways in which their organizations can address changing workforce dynamics and collaborate on […]
The Georgia Council for International Visitors' International Consular Ball (ICB) is Atlanta’s longest-running international black-tie tradition and premier diplomatic event honoring the Consular Corps in Georgia. It’s a key gathering place of Georgia’s government, economic, commercial, scientific and cultural leaders, connecting the city, state, and region’s growing diplomatic community with business and civic leaders for an […]
Join Atlanta Metro Export Plan partners to hear firsthand export accounts from metro Atlanta- based companies, and learn about the different tools, resources, and services available for you to take your business international. Hosted by the Mayor’s Office of International Affairs, the Atlanta Sister Cities Commission and the Metro Atlanta Chamber.
Join the Cumming - Forsyth Chamber of Commerce for their exporting workshop featuring speakers: Thomas Matthias Vice-President-Global Trade, Regions Bank Susan Kintanar Regional Director, Export-Import Bank Michael Zelickson Director, Regions Bank Doug Krentz Vice President / SBA Specialist, Regions Bank View Complete Agenda Here Registration is complimentary.
Join us on May 16th for a breakfast with Jeff Lewis of the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT). Georgia's population is growing as Atlanta becomes a business powerhouse in the U.S., attracting domestic and foreign business, as well as families seeking a good quality of life. Jeff will explain how Georgia plans to tackle the […]
As Consuls General Jeremy Pilmore-Bedford, UK, and Nagesh Singh, India, prepare for their next posts this summer, the World Affairs Council invites you for a farewell evening reception and discussion in honor of their contributions to Atlanta and the Southeast. This is your last chance to meet them before they are gone!
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