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SUMMARY:Czech Beer Days
DESCRIPTION:Halfway Crooks Beer will host a celebration of Czech beer and culture from Saturday\, May 15 to Monday\, May 31. The opening of the event on May 15th will be officiated by Mr. Zdenek Beranek\, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Czech Embassy in Washington\, DC. The brewery will have several Czech-style beers available as well as food specials for the event. The new outdoor Biergarten will also be open each weekend for the allotted dates. The featured beers will be Mavy\, Var\, Deset\, and Vary. \nMavy is a Czech-style Dark Lager\, Var is a Czech-style Pilsner\, Deset is a Czech-style Table Lager\, and Vary is a Czech-style Pilsner. Each beer will be available at various points during the 17-day Czech beer event and offered in classic\, Hladinka pours.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/czech-beer-days/
LOCATION:Halfway Crooks Beer\, 60 Georgia Ave SE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drink
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SUMMARY:6th Annual Global Languages Leadership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) is very excited to announce the 6th Annual Global Languages Leadership Meeting is set for May 21\, 2021\, in a virtual format. \nCULTR is delighted to feature Dr. Angela Jackson\, Managing Partner of Future Work at New Profit\, as this year’s keynote speaker. \nThis networking event brings together diverse industry leaders from business\, non-profit\, government\, and education to discuss the importance of language learning and cultural competence as essential skills for an emerging global workforce. Seize this opportunity to expand your network across these industries and gain insight into local workforce readiness initiatives. Attend this event to develop new partnerships promoting access to language studies and cultural competence for all learners in the global economy. \nPast participants for the event include representatives from Mercedes-Benz\, City of Atlanta’s Office of International Affairs\, Cox Automotive\, the French Consulate in Atlanta\, Marriott International\, Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce\, Office of Congressman John Lewis\, Peace Corps\, and more. \nRSVP today to increase your organization’s visibility and commitment to promoting languages for all. \nSpeaker Bio\nAngela Jackson\, Managing Partner\, New Profit \nDr. Angela Jackson leads New Profit’s Future of Work Initiative\, which seeks to close the career-readiness gap for Americans from low-income backgrounds. Angela’s career started in the private sector leading business development for organizations like Viacom and Nokia. While working internationally\, she began to wonder: if multinational companies can deliver their products consistently and with quality at scale\, what would it take to deliver social interventions like education and health in a similar manner? \nShe began to tackle this question by founding Global Language Project\, a social venture that aimed to transform how we prepare students with skills to succeed in a global economy and workforce. Angela completed a Doctoral degree at Harvard University\, where her focus was on this question\, along with the role of scale and strategic capital deployment and philanthropy in systems change initiatives. \nAngela’s work with New Profit allows her to marry her research interests with practice. She currently leads New Profit’s $15M Future of Work global fund to invest in entrepreneurs and companies developing innovative technical solutions to upskill low-income and entry-level workers at scale. Angela recently launched a $6 million Future of Work Grand Challenge\, powered by XPRIZE and MIT Solve\, to rapidly reskill 25\,000 displaced workers into living-wage jobs in the next 24 months. \nHer work and writing has been featured in CNN\, Huffington Post\, Chicago Tribune\, Stanford Social Innovation Review and Harvard Business Review. You can read her thoughts on the intersection of race and the Future of Work on Medium and follow her on Twitter at @angjack.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/6th-annual-global-languages-leadership-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education,Language,Networking,Virtual Exchange
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SUMMARY:The Flavors of Peru: Origin Stories from Peruvian Chocolate Makers
DESCRIPTION:In 2012\, Peru secured its reputation as a fine cacao destination as the craze for its Piura blanco bean spread across North America and Europe. In the decade since the world has been able to appreciate the unique richness of Peru’s cacao on a more local level thanks to the skill of the ever-growing ranks of Peruvian chocolate makers. \nEach Peruvian chocolate maker has a unique story. For some\, cacao came to them as an alternative crop to illicit coca growing. For others\, working with cacao is a tradition passed down across generations. For all\, cacao is their medium of choice for sharing their world with those who try their chocolates. We are excited to share a collection of their stories with you\, as well as the story of El Cacaotal\, the first space dedicated to Peruvian cacao and chocolate in Lima\, Peru. \nAmanda Jo Wildey of El Cacaotal will highlight the trials and tribulations of Carmen de Siancas from Scrap & Chocolates\, Alex Gamarra and Dayanna Huamán from Miroshnik\, and Virgilio Garcia\, leader of the Pangoa Cooperative. \nFor this webinar\, 3 Peruvian chocolate makers are sharing their journey with Peru’s unique cacao diversity: \nCarmen de Siancas from Scrap & Chocolates scours her native Piura for different cacaos worthy of a special edition appearance in her nano-batch collection. \nAlex Gamarra and Dayanna Huamán from Miroshnik have elevated the cacao that grows on their family’s farm in Ayacucho from anonymity to chocolate rockstar status. \nVirgilio Garcia leads the flavor development and chocolate-making area of the Pangoa Cooperative to showcase the expertise of its farmer associates\, from tree to bar. \nThe Peruvian chocolates from these chocolate-makers will be available for purchase as an exclusive tasting box edition from El Cacaotal’s website. \nEmpowering Chocopreneurs© Webinar: \nTopic: The Flavors of Peru: Origin Stories from Peruvian Chocolate Makers\nPresenter: Amanda Jo Wildey of El Cacaotal\, Peru\nDate: Saturday\, May 22\, 2021\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Atlanta time (GMT-5)
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-flavors-of-peru-origin-stories-from-peruvian-chocolate-makers/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Food,Trade
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SUMMARY:Outdoor/Drive-In Film Screening of "Yôjû Mameshiba"
DESCRIPTION:The Japan-America Society of Georgia presents an outdoor Japanese film screening of Yoju Mameshiba\, a film adaptation of the TV series which depicts the journey of a middle-aged man with a two-month old puppy in search of his mother who has run away from home. The film has a rich lineup of established actors from TV dramas\, films\, and stage performances under their belts\, including Sato Jiro who stars in this film. One day Jiro (Sato Jiro)\, a 35-year old unemployed male who has never stepped out of his town\, runs into Ichiro\, a Mameshiba puppy with a red scarf around its neck. Ichiro turns out to be a puppy Jiro’s runaway mother had sent for her family to come looking for her.\n \nBring your blankets and lawn chairs to watch the movie outside underneath the stars or safely watch from the comfort of your own car staying socially distant from other attendees. Doors open at 7:30pm – come early to secure your spot.\n \nPUBLIC HEALTH GUIDELINES \n\nBring Your Own Blankets & Lawn Chairs for Outdoor Seating\n\nDrive-In Limited to 30 Cars\n\nMasks Required at Outdoor Seating Area\n\nSocial Distancing Required (stay 6 feet apart from other groups)\nClean Hygiene & Sanitation Practice Required\nLiability Waiver Required at https://forms.gle/YJiDokkCzTPXeWkz9
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/outdoor-drive-in-film-screening-of-yoju-mameshiba/
LOCATION:International Charter Academy of Georgia\, 5505 Winters Chapel Rd\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film
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SUMMARY:Author Talk with Elisa Shua Dusapin
DESCRIPTION:Join the Consulate General of Switzerland in Atlanta for a conversation with Swiss author Elisa Shua Dusapin whose first novel ‘Winter in Sokcho’ was recently released in the United States. Elisa has won several prizes for her novels\, among them the Swiss “Robert Walser-Prize” and “Prix Alpha” and French “Prix Régine Deforges”.\nThe conversation will be held in French and will be interpreted into English consecutively. Register on Eventbrite to receive the access link to the event and more information about the overall program of the Romandy Week.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/author-talk-with-elisa-shua-dusapin/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Author Talks
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SUMMARY:IBE – International Business Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Join WTC Atlanta members and guests for a monthly networking event.  The International Business Exchange – IBE – offers a semi-structured format to accelerate learning what others are doing locally and in the global international community\, and foster business connections that lead to strategic partnerships. \nThe recent news and uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) has led to many canceled events worldwide. As an event-based organization\, they are now faced with difficult decisions to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their members. Due to this they will be hosting this month’s International Business Exchange via virtual webcast. \nWTC Atlanta is one of over three hundred World Trade Centers worldwide comprising an unparalleled global network of businesses and resources. We provide our members the connections\, education\, and tools to enable the development\, promotion and facilitation of international trade and investment\, bridging the global business world and the Southeastern United States.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ibe-international-business-exchange/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Business,Virtual Exchange
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SUMMARY:Money Smart – Winning in Business (Session 4)
DESCRIPTION:“Money Smart — Winning in Business” is a 7-part series designed to help small business owners uncover strategies to winning and maintaining optimal financial well-being. SESSION FOUR: Record-Keeping Essential in any business\, this presentation provides an overview of record keeping and is designed to help you to ‘understand how accurate and organized record keeping can benefit your business. \nFinancial Literacy is the link between ‘money myths’ and proven ‘MoneySmart’ facts that you can ‘bank on’ that make access to capital possible. \nLike an athlete who competes\, against all odds\, and WINS\, playing by the game rules ….. having a ‘MoneySmart PlayBook’ will position you to secure the funding needed to skillfully ‘WIN’ in the game of business!!! \nNOW\, in time of transition\, take stock of your priorities\, create a new course of action towards profitable gains. \nLearn TOP ‘MoneySmart’ principles and strategies covering everything from startup financing; cash flow; critical record keeping; exit strategies\, and MORE ….. \nFeaturing: Successful Small Business Owners/SCORE Mentors; MoneySmart Bankers; and SBA Lender Relations Subject Matter Experts \nThis is a collaborative exercise between the SBA Georgia District Office and SCORE Georgia. \n‘MoneySmart – Winning in Business’ (7-Part Series) is designed to help you uncover the secret strategies to ‘WINNING’ and maintaining optimal financial well-being. \n4 Record-Keeping: Tuesday\, May 25\, 2021 \nEssential in any business\, this presentation provides an overview of record keeping and is designed to help you to ‘understand how accurate and organized record keeping can benefit your business.’ \n5 Managing Cash Flow: Tuesday\, June 22\, 2021 \nThis module emphasizes the ‘importance of cash flow management’ as an essential competency of business ownership. Many businesses that fail to do so because they run out of cash. You will learn how a positive cash flow will be the lifeblood of your businesses. \n6 Risk Management: Tuesday\, July 13\, 2021 \nAll businesses face different kinds of risks and this module provides an overview of small business risk management. It is designed to help you to understand how effective ‘risk management can benefit your business.’ \n7 Selling Your Business / Exit Strategy: Tuesday\, August 3\, 2021 \nSooner or later\, ‘every small business owner will go through a transition of some kind.’ This module provides an overview of selling a small business and succession planning and is designed to help you understand the key issues involved. \nWebinar access information will be forwarded to all attendees via email\, prior to the event date. \nSBA’s participation in this event activity is not an endorsement of the views\, opinions\, products or services\, or other person or entity. All SBA programs and services are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two (2) weeks in advance. \nFor more information or for assistance in registration\, please contact Patrice Dozier at (404) 331-0118 or via e-mail at patrice.dozier@sba.gov
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/money-smart-winning-in-business-session-4/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:DE&I Series #5 - Neurodiversity\, Disabilities & Mental Health - Resources & Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:If you’re interested in workplace diversity and inclusion\, you’ve probably been hearing a lot about neurodiversity lately. \nBut what exactly is neurodiversity? How can hiring neurodiverse employees benefit your organization?\nFor this 5th edition\, the French-American Chamber of Commerce Atlanta-Southeast will be joined by speakers: \n\nHiren Shukla\, Automation & Innovation / Neuro-Diverse CoE Leader at EY Global\,\nRanga Jayaraman\, Director\, Neurodiversity Pathways\nand Natalia Lyckowski\, Global Neurodiversity@IBM Business\, Resource Group Co-Chair at IBM\n\nfor a conversation moderated by Carin Knoop\, Executive Director at Harvard Business School and expert in mental health. \nThe panel will discuss the importance of addressing neurodiversity in the workplace and creating an environment where everyone can do their best work. \nEY’s Boston office recently launched a program to employ and support qualified candidates whose cognitive differences\, such as autism or ADHD\, would typically hinder their job search process in traditional interview and networking situations. \nLike EY\, IBM was once again listed among the TOP companies to work for\, in 2021. Both companies are strongly engaging in neurodivergent hiring and engagement. Natalia Lyckowski\, an Application Developer and Global Neurodiversity Business Resource Group Co-chair at IBM will share her own experience and explain how IBM has worked to advance from neurodivergent awareness to acceptance and pushing to advancement. \nWatch Natalia speaking of her role as Global Neurodiversity@IBM and why neurodiversity is so important here.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/dei-series-5-neurodiversity-disabilities-mental-health-resources-best-practices/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Diversity and Inclusion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T190000
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SUMMARY:DigiMarCon South 2021 - Digital Marketing\, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:“DigiMarCon South 2021 is your chance to …\n– Experience a safe and intimate gathering with marketing leaders and professionals in a clean and hygienic environment.\n– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing\, media and advertising industry.\n– Gain insight into emerging strategies\, the latest innovative technologies\, and best practices to move your business to the next level.\n– Network with thought leaders\, collaborate with your peers and build your professional network. \nThe 4th annual DigiMarCon South\, the Premier Digital Marketing\, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in the Southern United States returns May 26th to 27th\, 2021 at the luxurious JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria Hotel in Houston\, Texas. Join your peers in-person or online for 2-days jam packed with digital marketing best practices\, latest trends\, practical solutions\, strategy and networking\, also check out the next generation of technology & innovation; Internet\, Mobile\, AdTech\, MarTech & SaaS Technology. \nImmerse yourself in topics like digital strategy\, programmatic advertising\, web experience management\, usability / design\, mobile marketing & retargeting\, customer engagement\, user acquisition\, social media marketing\, targeting & optimization\, video marketing\, data science & big data\, web analytics & A/B testing\, email marketing\, content marketing\, conversion rate optimization\, search engine optimization\, paid search marketing\, geo-targeting\, predictive analysis & attribution\, growth hacking\, conversion rate optimization\, growth marketing tools\, marketing & sales automation\, sustainable growth strategies\, product marketing & UX / UI and much\, much more! \nAt DigiMarCon South 2021\, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thought will be challenged\, new ways of thinking will emerge\, and you will leave with your head\, notebooks and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency / team / account to even greater success. \nBe a part of DigiMarCon South 2021 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world. Top keynotes\, case studies\, strategy sessions\, networking and more in a safe and hygienic environment! \nSee why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today. \nFor more details visit https://digimarconsouth.com.”
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/digimarcon-south-2021-digital-marketing-media-and-advertising-conference-exhibition/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Doing Business in Paraguay
DESCRIPTION:One of the fastest-growing Latin American economies\, Paraguay offers an export market and attractive investment incentives for manufacturing\, operations\, and the lowest factor costs in the region. Learn about business opportunities in various sectors\, reasons to consider doing business in Paraguay\, and the U.S. Government resources available to support your company in the market. \nEvent Information\n\nAlthough Paraguay does not have a free trade agreement with the United States\, in 2019 trade of goods between the United States and Paraguay totaled $2.1B.\nParaguay has significant cost advantages\, which provide attractive conditions for international investors and regional companies.\nProjected infrastructure projects will require new or used heavy machinery\, as well as engineering\, project management consulting\, and financial services.\nThe agro-industry presents opportunities for animal genetics\, fertilizers\, pest control\, farm equipment\, and processing machinery.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/doing-business-in-paraguay/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:The Japanese-American Experience & Navigating Today's Social Climate
DESCRIPTION:The Japan-America Society of Georgia celebrates Asian-American Heritage Month by commemorating the history\, impact and unique experience Japanese-Americans have had in the United State dating back to the immigration of the first Japanese to America on May 7\, 1843. Featuring a panel discussion on ways people can navigate today’s social climate\, learn how to have effective dialogue across differences to accomplish goals with people whose views may counter your own. Join JASG for this important talk on cultural understanding and imagine new ways of promoting peace & harmony in your life. \nFeatured Panelists:\nNozomi Morgan \nMichiki Morgan Worldwide \n  \n  \n  \nPaul Watanabe \nUniversity of Massachusetts\, Boston \n  \n  \n  \nRamona Houston \nSocial Impact Strategist \n  \n  \n  \nVicki Flier Hudson \nHighroad Global Services \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-japanese-american-experience-navigating-todays-social-climate/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Culture
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SUMMARY:East Meets West: Virtual Cocktail-Making Class
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow NAAAP Atlanta members on May 26 for the ultimate happy hour with Beam Suntory.\n\nJoin fellow NAAAP Atlanta members on May 26 from 6:00-7:00 PM EST for the ultimate happy hour as we virtually create cocktails together with our friends at Beam Suntory. East Meets West will feature Japanese Whisky\, Suntory Whisky Toki and American Whisky\, Maker’s Mark. This will be a great opportunity to learn about the two spirits from the ambassadors themselves while also getting educated about the brands.\n\nThis event is limited to current NAAAP Atlanta members only. Registration includes a free Maker’s Mark branded glass cup. Cocktail recipes and instructions for the cup pick-up will be shared before the event.\n\nMembers\, use your email address associated with NAAAP Atlanta as your Access Code to get your free ticket.\n\nQuestions? Contact Anqi Zou\, VP of Member Relations at anqi.zou@naaap.org or Tiffany Tsou\, VP of Member Events at tiffany.tsou@naaap.org.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/east-meets-west-virtual-cocktail-making-class/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual Exchange
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SUMMARY:Virtual Cooking Class: Soupe de Chalet
DESCRIPTION:As a way to highlight the culinary contributions of the Romandy\, the Consulate General of Switzerland in Atlanta and the Swiss American Society of Houston cordially invite you to an exclusive online cooking class with Chef Debra Pletscher who will introduce you to the Swiss-French cuisine. Join and learn how to prepare the Soupe de Chalet\, a specialty from the Canton of Fribourg. Sign up now!
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/virtual-cooking-class-soupe-de-chalet/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T130000
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SUMMARY:Arcadias: A Conversation with Emmanuelle Bayamack-Tam and Lauren Groff
DESCRIPTION:Diving into literary arcadias on the 150th anniversary of the Commune. \nJoin the Cultural Services of the French Embassy and Emory University for Ideas and Ideals: Strong Female Voices\, a monthly online gathering exploring how we redefine power\, consent\, and submission. \nModerated by Katy Waldman. \nEmmanuelle Bayamack-Tam makes her English-language debut with Arcadia\, a mind-blowing manifesto for the abolition of sexual\, geographical and even literary frontiers… At the tender age of six\, Farah moves into a community in harmony with nature. Its spiritual leader preaches equality\, non-violence\, anti-speciesism\, and uninhibited desire for all\, regardless of gender\, age\, looks\, or ability. At fifteen\, Farah learns she is intersex\, and begins to explore her own desires beyond the confines of gender. What\, Farah asks\, is a man or a woman? What does it mean to be part of a community? What is utopia when there are refugees seeking shelter who cannot enter? \nLauren Groff is the author of another Arcadia\, this one set in the fields and forests of western New York State in the late 1960s. Several dozen idealists set out to live off the land\, founding a commune centered on the grounds of a decaying mansion. Arcadia follows a lyrical\, rollicking\, tragic\, and exquisite utopian dream from its hopeful start through its heyday and beyond. \nAs their characters subvert contemporary conceptions of normative sexuality\, capitalist culture\, and environmental destruction\, our speakers ponder whether utopias are doomed by definition. They’ll ask what kind of dreams can be fathomed\, what borders redefined what bounds or relations amended. \nEmmanuelle Bayamack-Tam has published twelve novels and two plays with P.O.L\, including three novels under the pseudonym Rebecca Lighieri. She is a founding member of the interdisciplinary association Autres et Pareils and co-director of Éditions Contre-Pied. Arcadia\, won the Prix du Livre Inter. It was shortlisted for the Prix Femina\, the Prix Médicis\, and Prix de Flore. (Translation by Ruth Diver for Seven Stories Press) \nLauren Groff is the author of The Monsters of Templeton (Hachette)\, Delicate Edible Birds (Hachette)\, and Arcadia (Hyperion Books)\, a New York Times Notable Book\, winner of the Medici Book Club Prize\, and finalist for the L.A. Times Book Award. Her novel\, Fates and Furies (Riverhead Books)\, was a finalist for the National Book Award in Fiction\, the National Book Critics Circle Award\, the Kirkus Award and was a New York Times Notable book and Bestseller. Her Florida (Riverhead Books) was a finalist for the National Book Award. In 2017\, she was named by Granta Magazine as one of the Best of Young American Novelists of her generation. \nKaty Waldman is a staff writer at The New Yorker\, where she writes about books\, literature\, and more. Previously\, she was a staff writer at Slate and the host of the “Slate’s Audio Book Club” podcast. She won the National Book Critics Circle’s Nona Balakian Citation for Excellence in Reviewing in 2019 and the American Society of Magazine Editors Award for journalists younger than thirty in 2018. \nThis series\, organized by the Cultural Services Book Department is made possible through the support of the Institut Français\, Paris.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/arcadias-a-conversation-with-emmanuelle-bayamack-tam-and-lauren-groff/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Arts & Books
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SUMMARY:Caribbean Developments in the Telecommunications Sector
DESCRIPTION:The telecommunications industry is poised for significant growth across the Caribbean as local governments and private entities expand their interest in redeveloping their legacy telecommunications systems with an eye towards 5G deployment and other ICT initiatives. \nNext-generation telecommunications systems are being increasingly seen as an essential component to economic development in the 21st century\, and many governments\, including the United States\, consider these next-generation networks vital to their national security. Safe\, secure\, and transparent networks will be essential to next-generation telecom development and will provide new opportunities for interested U.S. companies in a variety of use case scenarios. \nIn the Dominican Republic\, one of the largest economies in the region\, upgrading the country’s telecommunications industry has been a central goal for President Abinader’s administration. \n\nIn February 2021\, President Abinader publicly stated that by 2022\, the GoDR will have invested over 30 million dollars of public funds into the telecommunications sector\, including in key investments like 5G and the transition from analogue to digital television.\nThe government also announced plans to build 5\,000 free Wi-Fi spots in public parks\, squares\, and hospitals. This means industries and companies throughout the country will be looking to upgrade their ICT processes and platforms in all aspects of their operations. This will present opportunities for software companies\, fintechs\, cybersecurity firms\, and a wide variety of upstream and downstream ICT-related firms that can facilitate the country’s digital transformation.\nPresident Abinader\, shortly after his inauguration\, also announced that Chinese investments will not be allowed in strategic sectors\, specifically mentioning ports\, airports\, and telecommunications\, which could lead to new opportunities for U.S. companies to provide 5G-related equipment\, like core network and radio access components such as base stations and antenna arrays\, among other downstream products.\nThe recently published 5G tender (005-2021) for spectrum auction (with a winner announced in Q4 2021) will also provide insight into future telecom opportunities and developments in the DR for US companies.\n\nJoin the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Trade Americas Team for an in-depth discussion of the future of telecommunications in the Dominican Republic and the opportunities these developments might provide for US companies. Guest speakers will include: \n\nRobert W. Thomas\, Chargé d’Affaires – US Embassy in Santo Domingo\nCary Ingram\, Senior International Trade Specialist\, Telecommunications Technologies – US Department of Commerce\nLuis Scheker\, Director of Fair Competition – INDOTEL (Dominican Institution of Telecommunications)\, Dominican Republic
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/caribbean-developments-in-the-telecommunications-sector/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210530T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Miso Ramen Cooking Class & Demo
DESCRIPTION:Join the JASG and Table for 2 USA’s Washoku-Iku for this #EdamameChamp program featuring a presentation about the healthy aspects of Soy\, and Edamame Chopsticks Competition\, and a Miso Ramen Cooking Class and Demo. Winners of the chopsticks contest will receive special prizes and be invited to the finals of the US edamame chopsticks competition to compete for the Championship title! Edamame Champ promotes healthy eating through Japanese Cuisine focusing on Soy and raising funds for teaching healthy eating to more people – particularly children.  \nMiso Ramen Wa-Shoku-Iku Recipe\n \nTo learn more about Washoku-Iku & Edamame Champ\, visit www.wa-shokuiku.org/edamamechamp.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/virtual-miso-ramen-cooking-class-demo/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210601T133000
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SUMMARY:9th Atlanta Summit on Global Health: The Race to Beat COVID-19 - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:June 1\, 2021 | How to Respond to the Food Security Crisis Globally and at Home\nThe Atlanta Summit on Global Health is an annual gathering of international public health experts focused on a designated global health theme.  The summit\, founded in 2011 and organized by the World Affairs Council of Atlanta and CSIS\, draws upon the wealth of global health expertise in the greater Atlanta area\, including but not limited to officials of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health\, and CARE USA. It enlists strong corporate participation\, along with the leadership of Atlanta\, key media\, and experts from Washington\, D.C.\, and beyond. Previous summit themes include health and natural disasters\, adolescent girls’ and women’s health\, refugees\, and food security. \nThe theme of the 2021 Global Health Conference is the race to beat COVID-19. Each day of the three-day conference will focus on one of the three critical\, fast-evolving dimensions of the unfolding pandemic with a keynote followed by a moderated panelist discussion. \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction & Welcome\n12:00 – 12:05 PM ET​ via Zoom \nAmbassador Charles S. Shapiro\, President\, World Affairs Council of Atlanta\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\nKeynote Address\n\n12:05 – 12:30 PM ET​ via Zoom \n\nPaige Alexander\, CEO\, The Carter Center\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\nPanel Discussion\n\n12:30 – 1:25 PM ET​ via Zoom \n\nCaitlin Welsh\, Director\, Global Food Security Program\, CSIS\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nBarron Segar\, President and CEO\, World Food Program USA\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nTjada D’Oyen McKenna\, CEO\, Mercy Corps\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nModerator: Michelle Nunn\, President and CEO\, CARE USA\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nClosing Remarks \n1:25 – 1:30 PM ET via Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAmbassador Charles S. ShapiroPresident\, World Affairs Council of Atlanta
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/9th-atlanta-summit-on-global-health-the-race-to-beat-covid-19-day-1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health
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SUMMARY:9th Atlanta Summit on Global Health: The Race to Beat COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:The Atlanta Summit on Global Health is an annual gathering of international public health experts focused on a designated global health theme.  The summit\, founded in 2011 and organized by the World Affairs Council of Atlanta and CSIS\, draws upon the wealth of global health expertise in the greater Atlanta area\, including but not limited to officials of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health\, and CARE USA. It enlists strong corporate participation\, along with the leadership of Atlanta\, key media\, and experts from Washington\, D.C.\, and beyond. Previous summit themes include health and natural disasters\, adolescent girls’ and women’s health\, refugees\, and food security. \nThe theme of the 2021 Global Health Conference is the race to beat COVID-19. Each day of the three-day conference will focus on one of the three critical\, fast-evolving dimensions of the unfolding pandemic with a keynote followed by a moderated panelist discussion. \nView the full three-day agenda here.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/9th-atlanta-summit-on-global-health-the-race-to-beat-covid-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T133000
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SUMMARY:9th Atlanta Summit on Global Health: The Race to Beat COVID-19 – Day 2
DESCRIPTION:June 2\, 2021 | Can Vaccines Win the Race Against Variants and Misinformation?\nThe Atlanta Summit on Global Health is an annual gathering of international public health experts focused on a designated global health theme.  The summit\, founded in 2011 and organized by the World Affairs Council of Atlanta and CSIS\, draws upon the wealth of global health expertise in the greater Atlanta area\, including but not limited to officials of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health\, and CARE USA. It enlists strong corporate participation\, along with the leadership of Atlanta\, key media\, and experts from Washington\, D.C.\, and beyond. Previous summit themes include health and natural disasters\, adolescent girls’ and women’s health\, refugees\, and food security. \nThe theme of the 2021 Global Health Conference is the race to beat COVID-19. Each day of the three-day conference will focus on one of the three critical\, fast-evolving dimensions of the unfolding pandemic with a keynote followed by a moderated panelist discussion. \nIntroduction & Welcome\n12:00 – 12:05 PM ET​ via Zoom \nAmbassador Charles S. Shapiro \nPresident\, World Affairs Council of Atlanta \n  \n  \n  \nKeynote Address \n12:05 – 12:30 PM ET​ via Zoom \nDr. Rochelle Walensky \nDirector\, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) \n\n\n  \n  \n  \nPanel Discussion\n12:30 – 1:25 PM ET​ via Zoom \nHeidi Larson\, Founding Director\, Vaccine Confidence Project \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJohn Nkengasong\, Director\, Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCarlos del Rio\, Distinguished Professor of Medicine\, Emory University School of Medicine\, Professor of Global Health and Epidemiology\, Rollins School of Public Health \n  \n  \n  \nModerator: Helene D. Gayle\, MD\, MPH\, President and CEO\, The Chicago Community Trust \n  \n  \n  \n  \nClosing Remarks\n1:25 – 1:30 PM ET via Zoom \nAmbassador Charles S. Shapiro \nPresident\, World Affairs Council of Atlanta
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/9th-atlanta-summit-on-global-health-the-race-to-beat-covid-19-day-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150638
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SUMMARY:9th Atlanta Summit on Global Health: The Race to Beat COVID-19 – Day 3
DESCRIPTION:June 3\, 2021 | What are the Essential Reforms\, and How to Achieve Them?\nThe Atlanta Summit on Global Health is an annual gathering of international public health experts focused on a designated global health theme.  The summit\, founded in 2011 and organized by the World Affairs Council of Atlanta and CSIS\, draws upon the wealth of global health expertise in the greater Atlanta area\, including but not limited to officials of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health\, and CARE USA. It enlists strong corporate participation\, along with the leadership of Atlanta\, key media\, and experts from Washington\, D.C.\, and beyond. Previous summit themes include health and natural disasters\, adolescent girls’ and women’s health\, refugees\, and food security. \nThe theme of the 2021 Global Health Conference is the race to beat COVID-19. Each day of the three-day conference will focus on one of the three critical\, fast-evolving dimensions of the unfolding pandemic with a keynote followed by a moderated panelist discussion. \nIntroduction & Welcome\n12:00 – 12:05 PM ET​ via Zoom \nAmbassador Charles S. Shapiro \nPresident\, World Affairs Council of Atlanta \n  \n  \n  \n\nPanel Discussion\n12:30 – 1:25 PM ET​ via Zoom \nThomas J. Bollyky\, Director\, Global Health Program\, Senior Fellow for Global Health\, Economics\, and Development\, Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) \n  \n  \n  \nStephanie Segal\, Senior Fellow\, Economics Program\, CSIS \nTBD\, TBD \n  \n  \n  \nModerator: J. Stephen Morrison\, Senior Vice President and Director\, Global Health Policy Center\, CSIS \n  \n  \n  \n  \nClosing Remarks\n1:25 – 1:30 PM ET via Zoom \nAmbassador Charles S. Shapiro \nPresident\, World Affairs Council of Atlanta
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/7093794/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210607T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210607T193000
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SUMMARY:Swedish National Day
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to say “Hej” to warmer weather\, great beer and good vibes! Come celebrate with the Swedish American Chamber of Commerce Georgia on June 7 at 5:30 p.m. as they ring in the summer! \nSwedish National Day looks a little different this year! Join them for an evening of good beer\, good friends and a good time. This is SACC-GA’s first in-person event in 2021. The brewery is reserved for this event only which allows for spaces both indoors and outdoors. \nHave a beer and light refreshments! \nThe SACC-GA is excited to see you in person again and to raise a glass for Sweden.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/swedish-national-day/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210609T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210609T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150638
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SUMMARY:International Engagement: From Startup Nation to Scale Up Nation - Israel as an Economic and Scientific Powerhouse
DESCRIPTION:Join the Forsyth County Chamber as they have Barry Swartz the Vice President of Conexx to discuss the importance of the American Israel connection. \nSpeaker\nBarry Swartz \nVice President of Conexx \n  \n  \n  \nCommunity Partners: \nForsyth County Public Schools • World Trade Center Atlanta • German-American Chamber • Next Gen Manufacturing \nMetro Atlanta Chamber • Lanier Technical College • Siemens • Swedish-American Chamber • University of North Georgia
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/international-engagement-from-startup-nation-to-scale-up-nation-israel-as-an-economic-and-scientific-powerhouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210609T140000
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SUMMARY:Doing Business in Bolivia
DESCRIPTION:Bolivia’s economy has grown by nearly five percent annually in the past ten years\, leading to a dramatic increase in the size and purchasing power of an emergent middle class. Learn about business opportunities in various sectors\, reasons to consider doing business in Bolivia\, and the U.S. Government resources available to support your company in the market. \nEvent Information\n\nMade in the USA generally signals quality and innovation to Bolivian consumers. Bolivians also like to purchase U.S. products due to the status they confer.\nMining and hydrocarbons are some of Bolivia’s main sectors\, while the country seeks to replace its domestic use of hydrocarbons-powered electricity generation.\nThe agricultural sector will continue to grow. Heavy-duty vehicles and parts for its extractive industries as well as vehicles remain important sectors.\nHealth care is a priority sector for government action.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/doing-business-in-bolivia/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business,Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T120000
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SUMMARY:Shifting Seas in the New Indo-Pacific: A Conversation with Australia’s Ambassador to the United States
DESCRIPTION:Australia enacted some of the strictest lockdowns and border closures during the pandemic\, helping the country all but snuff out COVID-19 but also limiting trade and tourism for a key player in global economic integration. \nRelations have grown testy with China\, its main trading partner\, while Australia’s participation in regional security initiatives like the U.S.-led Quad have hardened positions along ideological lines in the ever-shifting and complex Indo-Pacific region. \nWith a new president in the U.S. and a sense of recovery taking hold in Australia\, how durable is an alliance both have called foundational to peace and security in the region? \nJoin Global Atlanta and the Atlanta Council on International Relations for a special virtual interview with Ambassador Arthur Sinodinos exploring security\, technology\, trade\, diplomacy and how the Southeast United States can play a greater role in the two nations’ increasingly intertwined fortunes. \nOrganized in partnership with the Atlanta Council on International Relations: \n \nSponsored by: \n \n  \nAbout the speaker:\nHis Excellency The Honorable Arthur Sinodinos\, AO  \nArthur Sinodinos\, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. 2 December 2019. File number 20190524. Photograph by David Foote AUSPIC/DPS\nThe Hon. Arthur Sinodinos AO is Australia’s  Ambassador to the United States of America\, taking up his posting in Washington in February 2020. Ambassador Sinodinos was previously Australia’s Minister for Industry\, Innovation and Science and was a Senator for New South Wales in the Australian Parliament from 2011 to 2019. During his parliamentary career\, he also held other key roles in and outside Cabinet\, including Cabinet Secretary and Assistant Treasurer. \nOver a career spanning four decades\, Ambassador Sinodinos has dedicated his professional life to the advancement of Australia and its people. On the election of the Hon. John Howard AC as Prime Minister of Australia in 1996\, Ambassador Sinodinos was appointed the Prime Minister’s Senior Economic  Adviser and in 1997\, the Prime Minister’s Chief of Staff\, a position he held for nine years. Between 1987-1989 and 1995-1996\, Ambassador Sinodinos also served as Senior Economic Adviser to Mr. Howard while in opposition. He started his Australian Public Service career in 1979\, rising to the Senior Executive Service in the Department of the Treasury. \nIn 2006\, Ambassador Sinodinos left government to work with Goldman Sachs JBWere\, followed by the National Australia Bank and various corporate appointments. \nIn 2008\, Ambassador Sinodinos was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia for his service to politics through the executive function of government\, to the development of economic policy and reform\, and to the Greek community. In 2019\, he was made a Distinguished Fellow of the Australia & New Zealand School of Government in recognition of his promotion of public sector leadership. \nAmbassador Sinodinos is accompanied on posting by his wife Elizabeth\, and their three children.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/australia-and-the-u-s-shifting-seas-in-the-new-indo-pacific/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Diplomacy,Industry,Technology,Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T130000
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SUMMARY:6 Key Techniques to Improve Sales Management
DESCRIPTION:This class will teach participants skills in sales management that will enhance their ability to drive sales growth. Participants will gain an improved ability to motivate sales staff and enhance employee performance. Learn the three critical skills that every manager must use to develop a high-performing sales team & culture. The two actions of management that lead to the behavior of employees will be presented. Participants will be exposed to demonstrations of how to apply these techniques and the instructor will utilize several examples from his career to demonstrate previous improvements that have been achieved by utilizing these management techniques. Let the SBDC enhance the quality of your sales management and sales at your business.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/6-key-techniques-to-improve-sales-management/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T193000
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CREATED:20210406T161613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T161613Z
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SUMMARY:Design for Justice: Hip Hop Architecture with Sekou Cooke
DESCRIPTION:Join the Museum of Design Atlanta as architect Sekou Cooke talks about his new book\, Hip Hop Architecture. \nAbout Hip Hop Architecture\n“This book is not for you. It is not for architectural academic elites. It is not for those who have gentrified our neighborhoods\, overly intellectualized the profession\, and ignored all contemporary Black theory within the discipline. You have made architecture a symbol of exclusion\, oppression\, and domination rather than expression\, aspiration\, and inspiration. This book is not for conformists-Black\, White\, or other.” \nAs architecture grapples with its own racist legacy\, Hip-Hop Architecture outlines a powerful new manifesto-the voice of the underrepresented\, marginalized\, and voiceless within the discipline. Exploring the production of spaces\, buildings\, and urban environments that embody the creative energies in hip-hop\, it is a newly expanding design philosophy which sees architecture as a distinct part of hip-hop’s cultural expression\, and which uses hip-hop as a lens through which to provoke new architectural ideas. \nExamining the present and the future of Hip-Hop Architecture\, the book also explores its historical antecedents and its theory\, placing it in a wider context both within architecture and within Black and African American movements. Throughout\, the work is illustrated with inspirational case studies of architectural projects and creative practices\, and interspersed with interludes and interviews with key architects\, designers\, and academics in the field. This is a vital and provocative work that will appeal to architects\, designers\, students\, theorists\, and anyone interested in a fresh view of architecture\, design\, race and culture.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/design-for-justice-hip-hop-architecture-with-sekou-cooke/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Arts & Humanities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210613T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150638
CREATED:20210510T114010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T114010Z
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SUMMARY:USA CBD Expo Atlanta - The Nation's Largest CBD/Hemp Event
DESCRIPTION:USA CBD Expo is the nation’s largest CBD & hemp event! \nUSA CBD Expo succeeds in concentrating the entire CBD and Hemp industry into one comprehensive\, all-inclusive event. \n300+ vendors\, 500+ of the industry’s best brands! See our exhibitor list!\nLearn from 50+ expert speakers about all aspects of CBD and Hemp! See our speaker list!\nTake advantage of exclusive networking and show special pricing for business owners! Get the best prices on industry-leading CBD brands. \nTake part in our career recruitment seminars all weekend! Featuring Industry 101: Jobs & Careers in Cannabis\, How to Hack your Job Search\, Mock Interviews & Prep\, Unemployed Social Support Group and more! \nDon’t miss out on USA CBD Expo Atlanta! \nNeed even more reasons to attend? Check out USA CBD Expo in Miami and USA CBD Expo Vegas! \nUse code GLOBAL for 50% off tickets!! \nThis event is for ages 21+ only.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/usa-cbd-expo-atlanta-the-nations-largest-cbd-hemp-event/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Atlanta Metro Export Challenge Applications
DESCRIPTION:The Atlanta Metro Export Challenge (Atlanta MEC) is a year-long program to assist metro Atlanta companies in their global business development efforts. Since its implementation in 2016\, the program has supported more than 100 metro Atlanta businesses with over half a million dollars in financial support and counseling. The continued support of our economic development partners and Atlanta’s business community make this one of the largest economic development initiatives in the region. \nThrough the program\, selected companies receive a $5\,000 reimbursement grant that can be used for expenses related to their international business growth. They also benefit from a tailored mentorship program to assist in the development of global sales plans and go-to-market strategies. \nQuestions? Contact:\nMichael Theisen-Jones\nDirector\, Global Business Development\nmtheisen-jones@macoc.com \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJohn Woodward\nVice President\, Global Commerce\njwoodward@macoc.com \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRegister below to apply for this year’s cohort. \nApplications are open until Sunday\, June 13.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/atlanta-metro-export-challenge-applications/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Communities,Economic Development
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SUMMARY:Authors Amplified Series: Pablo Palomino's 'The Invention of Latin American Music'
DESCRIPTION:Global Atlanta’s Authors Amplified series highlighting Georgia voices continues with a virtual interview with Dr. Pablo Palomino\, Assistant Professor of Latin American and Caribbean Studies\, Mellon Faculty Fellow at Oxford College of Emory University and author of the recently released book The Invention of Latin American Music. \nAbout the Book\nThe Invention of Latin American Music offers a transnational history of Latin America as a region\, it uses a multidisciplinary approach to connect music with society\, culture\, and politics\, and lastly\, it challenges the ethnocentric assumptions and preconceptions about Latin America’s unity. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nSpeaker Bio\nPablo Palomino is a cultural historian with a specialization in modern Latin America and teaches at Emory University’s Oxford College. A native of Argentina and Licenciado from the University of Buenos Aires\, he did his Ph.D. at the University of California\, Berkeley\, and was also a postdoctoral lecturer at the University of Chicago. \nHis first book\, The Invention of Latin American Music. A Transnational History (https://global.oup.com/academic/product/the-invention-of-latin-american-music-9780190687410?lang=en&cc=us)\, was published by Oxford University Press in 2020. His research and teaching include the transnational cultural history of Argentina\, Brazil\, and Mexico\, as well as the formation of Latin America as a region. Palomino worked at Memoria Abierta\, an Argentine alliance of human rights organizations that created Latin America’s first Oral History Archive on state terrorism and political violence. His articles deal with the cultural history of music\, Pan-Americanism\, the Jewish diaspora in Latin America\, modernist press in Argentina\, and the critique of the concept of “Global South.” He is currently working on two global histories: the cultural history of Argentine meat\, and the history of “Latin America” as a conceptual and institutional category. \nHe lives in Atlanta since 2017 and is enamored of the city and fascinated by its relations to the nation and the globe. \nAbout the Series\nGeorgia’s deep pool of international expertise is sometimes hidden in the ivory towers of academia or overshadowed by looming national figures. Sought-after thought leaders sometimes shine globally while being ignored in their own backyard. \nWith Authors Amplified\, a monthly series of book talks open to subscribers and the public\, Global Atlanta showcases authoritative local voices in foreign affairs and international business while highlighting the state’s intellectual contributions to important global conversations. \nThe Authors Amplified series is presented by the Atlanta Global Studies Center (AGSC)\, a partnership of Georgia Institute of Technology and Georgia State University\, funded in part by a US Department of Education Title VI National Resource Center grant\, with a mission to empower the metro region’s global agenda. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/authors-amplified-series-pablo-palominos-the-invention-of-latin-american-music/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Author Talks
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SUMMARY:Paying Attention to Company Culture Matters
DESCRIPTION:Culturally aware organizations are recognized as a great place to work\, innovative\, creative\, engaged\, and positively impacting communities around the world. Company culture is as relevant today as it was before the pandemic to secure and sustain company resiliency. Today’s customers will not think twice to boycott a brand solely based on the organization’s political\, social\, or cultural views. How do you leverage your company culture to win talent\, outperform the competition\, grow globally\, and drive employee engagement? Learn from our panelists who will share the deep connection between company culture\, shareholder value\, and performance. \nDuring this webinar panelists will share insights on: \n· Barriers to managing a global company culture – distance\, complexity\, priorities. \n· Skills required to do global work and maintain company culture. \n· Best practices – healthy and aligned workforce and workplace. \nFeatured Speaker\nJohn G Rice\nJohn Rice retired as vice chairman of the General Electric Company in April 2018 and served as chairman of the Gas Power business until August 2020. \nRice began his GE career in 1978 and has held several leadership positions in the United States\, Canada\, and Singapore. Beginning in 2010\, he led the company’s global operations based in Hong Kong. Immediately prior to that role\, he served as vice-chairman of GE and president & CEO of GE Technology Infrastructure; from 2005-2007 as vice chairman of GE’s industrial and infrastructure businesses; from 2000-2005 as president and CEO of GE Energy; and from 1997-2000 as president & CEO of GE Transportation. \nPanelists\nJorge Fernandez \nSpeaker \nJorge Fernandez joined Pendleton Atlanta after serving as Vice President of Global Commerce for the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce\, where he led its Global Commerce economic development team for more than a dozen years and worked to grow metro Atlanta’s reputation as a top competitor. He was responsible for Foreign Direct Investment\, international corporate recruitment\, and connecting Metro Atlanta companies and institutions with international business growth opportunities. \nKevin Lynch \nSpeaker \nKevin Lynch joined Berlitz Corporation in 2018 and is the Chief Operating Officer with leadership for the EMEA & APAC regions\, together with our global marketing and sales efforts. \nHe is an entrepreneurial business executive who is passionate about driving long-term\, profitable growth and leading teams to excellence. Kevin has 17 years of experience building and leading businesses across education\, technology\, online learning & digital marketing spanning Australia & New Zealand\, APAC\, USA\, EMEA\, and South America. \nIla Gandhi \nSpeaker \nIla is a global business strategist and cultural agility thought leader with extensive experience helping organizations\, leaders\, and teams navigate the challenges of competing in a multicultural\, diverse\, and global business environment. To enhance thought leadership\, Ila contributes regularly via webinars\, speaking engagements\, white papers\, new content development\, and keynote/workshop facilitation.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/paying-attention-to-company-culture-matters/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Business,Communities
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