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Movers and Makers Awards: Honoring Gwinnett’s Manufacturing and Supply Chain Leaders
May 1 at 8:00 am - 10:30 amKorea-Georgia Dialogue: Strengthening Strategic and Economic Ties in a Global Partnership
May 20 at 8:00 am - 3:45 pmConsular Conversations: Mexico
July 15 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Migration Speaker: Dr. Jeanne Grussendorf As a record number of migrants cross the Mediterranean Sea to find refuge in Europe, the continent is struggling to come up with an adequate response. Although Europe’s refugees are largely fleeing conflicts in Syria, Iraq and parts of Africa, their struggle is hardly unique. Today, with the number of […]
Please join for a conversation with Dr. Pearl McHaney, Faculty and Associate Dean for Fine Arts in the Georgia State University College of Arts and Sciences. 12 - 1 in the Georgia State University International Center. Brown bag welcome!
Celebrate the New Year at Nakato Japanese Restaurant to kick off 2016 and Year of the Monkey. Enjoy a special Sukiyaki Dinner and reconnect with members and friends after the holidays. This event is limited to 32 people so please rsvp as soon as you can! Cost: Members - $30 Non-members - $40
Look forward to getting these - and more - of your crucial questions answered at the February conference! Will the hullabaloo over the presidential nomination impact the economy? Are the recent drops and volatility in the stock markets temporary or is something else going on? Oil prices are falling, the dollar is strengthening, should […]
The French, Netherlands, Kilpatrick Townsend and German Chambers of Commerce of the Southeast US, Conexx (America-Israel Business Connector) as well as Women in Bio - Atlanta, are pleased to invite you to the 9th Women's Series event! Panelists from diverse industries will share their insights and experiences as successful entrepreneurs! Whether you own a business, are thinking of venturing on your own, want to hear […]
Please join GCIV and the National Center for Civil and Human Rights for a lunchtime discussion with a distinguished delegation of women from Côte d'Ivoire, Hong Kong, Papua New Guinea, Portugal, and Somalia. Our visitors will briefly speak about their work in their home countries, share their impressions and observations about Women in the Political […]
You won't want to miss this! Great times were had by all who attended the last TopGolf night. BABC’s TopGolf Network Night brings relaxed networking in a fun environment, with the option to play an hour of golf with up to 5 other people. Golf clubs are provided, and no experience is necessary! TopGolf is […]
The United Nations Speaker: Dr. Rashid Naim On the eve of the international organization’s 70th birthday, the United Nations stands at a crossroads. This year marks a halfway point in the organization’s global effort to eradicate poverty, hunger and discrimination, as well as ensure justice and dignity for all peoples. But as the UN’s 193 […]
Join the presentation of Mr. Jean-Louis Vanderstraeten, the advisor to the FN America chairman of the board while he talks about one of Belgium’s most renowned companies. FN is the leading firearms manufacturer and distributor with over 125 years of experience in a full range of firearms and associated products for defense, law enforcement, hunting […]
Chile continues to pursue market-oriented strategies, expand global commercial ties, and actively participate in international issues and hemispheric free trade. As the United States - Chile Free Trade Agreement concludes its eleventh year, trade of products and services continues to be a resounding success. Join U.S. Commercial Service for this webinar February 5 to learn about opportunities […]
Join Goethe for their latest lecture in "A Note on Opera" series as they look at Wagner's "Lohengrin." How much do we really know about another person? And how much are we willing to take on faith? These are the central questions in “Lohengrin.” Its call for national unity reflected the mood throughout the German […]
Quality Update Meeting - A Huge "Don't Miss" Annual Favorite Registration and Networking begin at 11:00am Keynote Speaker: Dr. Cem Onus Managing Director, DEKRA Business Assurance NA Update on Current Automotive Quality Issues Followed by a Special Presentation: "Why Risk Management is the New Language of the Manufacturing Industry" - Information You Need to Know to Survive and Thrive! Featured Speaker: […]
Jagdish Sheth, Kellstadt Professor of Marketing at the Goizueta Business School at Emory University, will speak on the future of India, in discussion with Ambassador Charles Shapiro, President of the World Affairs Council of Atlanta. Nagesh Singh, the Consulate General of India in Atlanta will also be present as our special guest. WAC Members: $20 […]
The AFIBA February lunch will not only be informative, it will also be an opportunity for the community to wish several of their stellar government officials a farewell as they journey out of the work day into the “whatever they want to do” day. Retiring are: CBP Port Director, Stephen Kremer CBP Entry Specialist, Catherine […]
Do you want to understand your German colleagues and counterparts a little more? Come and explore the values, attitude and beliefs Germans share and express in their day-to-day behavior - at work or in social contexts. This class will offer: An overview of why Germans "do what they do", i.e., the values they share Insight […]
Please join WTC Atlanta President, Ms. Dawn Ely and members from the Board for breakfast! Here, you will have an opportunity to hear updates about WTC Atlanta, provide feedback and make suggestions. WTC wants to hear how you can benefit from your membership the most. This is a great way to get more involved with […]
Mexico is the United States’ second-largest export market for U.S. products. Its stable government, growing economy, and close proximity to the U.S. make it a promising market for new-to-export companies and experienced exporters. Join U.S. Commercial Service - Trade Winds for this webinar Feb. 10 to learn about opportunities in Mexico and how Trade Winds-Latin […]
Please join ACIR on Wednesday, February 10, for a luncheon presentation on Women and the Islamic State featuring Mr. Charlie Winters - Georgia State University. Cost: Lunch & Program for members $30. For non-members $40. Annual ACIR membership $50.
Speaker: Dr. Fukunari Kimura, Keio University (a prestigious private university in Tokyo) Dr. Kimura is a leading expert on international trade and development economics, economic growth theory, applied microeconomics and Japanese/Asian economics. He is the Chief Economist with the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA). For more information about Professor Kimura, please […]
Speaker: Dr. Fukunari Kimura, Keio University (a prestigious private university in Tokyo) Dr. Kimura is a leading expert on international trade and development economics, economic growth theory, applied microeconomics and Japanese/Asian economics. He is the Chief Economist with the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA). For more information about Professor Kimura, please […]
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