Edgewood Art Walk
2025-05-10 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | GA
This Saturday, May 10, from 4 – 7 PM, the newly established Edgewood Arts District will host its inaugural Edgewood Art Walk, a shared effort among organizations demonstrating the spirit of openness and collaboration in our growing creative community. Works by Atlanta artist, Christie Harwell, and Senegalese artists Laye Thioune and Audrey d’Erneville will be featured.

Art Walk visitors are invited to explore local commercial and non-profit galleries and cultural hubs while enjoying local food and unique programs throughout the district. This event is free and open to the public.

The Edgewood Arts District aims to become a permanent fixture in the Atlanta arts community, with additional regularly scheduled Art Walks to be announced.

Edgewood Art Walk Partners include aKAZ!Atl, Atlanta Center for Photography, Atlanta Influences Everything, Ernie’s in the Cut, Fred Martin Welding Co., Haugabrooks Gallery, One Contemporary, The Sun ATL, and whitespace.

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Keynote Luncheon: Austin Scott, Republican congressman for Georgia’s 8th Congressional District
2025-05-12 11:30 - 13:30 | GA
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.

As 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.

Distinguished Speaker

Congressman Austin Scott, U.S. Representative for Georgia’s Eighth Congressional District
Congressman 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

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Registration includes hot buffet lunch, dessert, refreshments, and validated parking. Location information will be provided upon registration.

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Tariffs, Supply Chain, and Transfer Pricing Strategies Seminar
2025-05-12 15:00 - 16:30 | Grant Thornton LLP, 1100 Peachtree St NE Unit 1400, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309
In January 2025, the second Trump administration was inaugurated in the United States. The aggressive trade policies implemented during the previous administration had a significant impact on the global supply chain, and the repercussions are still being felt today. With tariff policies being reported daily under the new administration, setting and managing transfer prices has become an even more critical management issue for multinational companies. JASG has addressed the transfer pricing challenges faced by many companies during the first Trump administration, providing practical solutions through mutual agreements and advance pricing agreements. This seminar will feature a former IRS official to discuss the anticipated challenges and responses, incorporating specific case studies based on that experience.

Insights to be Gained from This Seminar

How IRS and NTA handle tariffs and their recent changes in structures and enforcement

Expected trade policies under the new administration and their impact on businesses

The interaction between tariffs and transfer pricing regulations

Practical approaches to setting and reviewing intercompany transaction prices

Prevention and solutions for double taxation risks

How to utilize mutual agreements and advance pricing agreements, along with practical points to consider

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Global Trade Compliance Seminars
2025-05-13 08:30 - 2025-05-16 16:00 | COURTYARD ATLANTA BUCKHEAD, 3332 Peachtree Road NE., Atlanta, Georgia, 30326
The Trade Compliance Seminars in Atlanta will leave you with essential insights and practical knowledge to navigate the complex landscape of international trade compliance.

These seminars offer a comprehensive understanding of key principles, regulations, and best practices, empowering you to mitigate risks associated with non-compliance and enhance operational efficiency in your organization.

You’ll also have the opportunity to network with industry professionals, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing. Participants will receive a certificate of completion and a free reference book, serving as valuable resources long after the seminar concludes.

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Chamber Abroad | Czechia, Austria, and Hungary
2025-05-14 00:00 - 2025-05-24 23:59 | GA
The Chamber Abroad travel program returns in 2025 with an Imperial Cities trip featuring Prague, Vienna & Budapest!

Highlights

Prague, Prague Castle, Cesky Krumlov, Vienna, Schönbrunn Palace, Classical Music Performance, Choice on Tour, Bratislava, Lunch with Locals, Budapest, Matthias Church, Fisherman’s Bastion, Visegrad, Renaissance Dinner

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US Immigration: Impact on You and Your Business Breakfast at Cobb Chamber
2025-05-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Cobb Chamber, Wellstar Community Room, 1100 Circle 75 Pkwy #1000, Atlanta, Georgia, 30339
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Business Matchmaking Forum 2025
2025-05-14 14:00 - 2025-05-15 17:00 | Centro Empresarial Salitre CCB-Auditorium, Av. El Dorado #68d-35, Bogota, Colombia
AmCham Colombia and the Chamber of Commerce of Bogotá will bring over 400 qualified suppliers from a variety of segments such as food and beverages, cosmetics and personal care, textiles and fashion, manufactures industry, services and so many others with a keen focus on strengthening business ties and connecting US demand with Colombian supply to generate and capitalize on lucrative business opportunities for companies like yours.

1. Explore Colombia’s Diverse and High-Quality Products: one of the biggest economies in Latin America, Colombia is renowned for its high-quality craftsmanship and very diverse range of products going from sustainably sourced crops to technological dermo-cosmetics, creative furniture, and innovative pet supplies. Discover new business prospects and delve into the potential of Colombian products.

2. Benefit from Favorable Exchange Rates and Free Trade Agreement: most of the Colombian products enjoy duty-free access to the North American market. Coupled with the favorable exchange rate, it’s the perfect combination to diversify your portfolio with competitive goods. Gain insights into the dynamics of Colombian suppliers and access to comprehensive information about Colombia’s diverse exports.

3. Engage with Industry Leaders and Innovators: Meet with leading Colombian suppliers who are at the forefront of innovation and technology in their respective industries, and discover how their sustainable practices, handcrafted excellence, and competitive pricing can add value to your business and expand your professional network.

To make your experience even more seamless, AmCham Colombia and the Chamber of Commerce of Bogotá offer the following benefits for international buyers:

Round-trip economy class ticket for one delegate per company.

Hotel accommodation for two nights (May 14 and 15) for one delegate per company.

Assistance and support before and throughout the matchmaking event.

Transfers between the airport and hotel.

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GRPA Financial Wellness Summit
2025-05-15 08:30 - 12:30 | Arrow Creek Community Room, Chamblee Police Dept, 4445 Buford Hwy NE, Chamblee, Georgia
The Georgia Rotary Professional Alliance (GRPA) is proud to present its first Signature Event – the GRPA Financial Wellness Summit, a collaborative effort with our valued AAPI Community Co-Hosts. This special event is designed to strengthen financial preparedness, boost personal information security, and deepen connections across the AAPI community.

Open to professionals, community leaders, and members of all ages, the summit offers a practical and empowering program focused on financial wellness and digital safety—two essentials for personal and community resilience.

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2025 Prosperity Through Trade Luncheon
2025-05-15 11:30 | Savannah Convention Center, 1 International Dr, Savannah, GA, 31421, United States
Join World Trade Center Savannah for the sixth annual Prosperity Through Trade Luncheon on Thursday, May 15, 11:30 a.m. at the Savannah Convention Center, 1 International Dr. The regional event focused on international business will feature a author and journalist Peter S. Goodman and include the announcement of the World Trade Center Savannah International Business of the Year.

Peter Goodman is the author of three books, including the recently released “How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain,” and the best-selling “Davos Man: How the Billionaires Devoured the World.” Over the course of three decades in journalism, he has covered some of the most momentous economic transformations and upheavals. He has reported from more than 50 countries, including stints in China and the UK, and in conflict zones such as Iraq, Cambodia, Sudan and East Timor. Goodman appears frequently on major broadcast outlets including CBS News, CNN, MSNBC and CNBC.

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BABC Speaker Series: Policy to Practice- Impact of President Trump’s Return
2025-05-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission + Market, Buckhead Private Room Three Alliance Center, 3550 Lenox Rd NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30326
Join the BABC for a fireside chat with Clark Hill lawyers Anthony Campau, Alex Perez, Christina Moore, and Manori de Silva.

Anthony Campau, Member Principle Public Strategies
Anthony Campau served as the former chief of staff and counsellor for the first Trump White House’s Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), which oversees the U.S. Federal Government’s regulatory and information policy. He also served as a Core Member of the Regulatory Reform Team on the first Trump Presidential Transition Team. Anthony, now a Member at Clark Hill and a Principal of Clark Hill Public Strategies, will share his experience and thoughts on potential policy impacts of the second Trump Administration.

Alex Perez, Member in-Charge, Mexico City

Alex Perez serves as Member-In-Charge of Clark Hill’s Mexico City office and represents Latin American businesses and high-net-worth families with respect to their investments and expansion of operations into the United States. Alex will share his thoughts on the effect of Trump policies on U.S.-Latin American trade, including touching on the corporate and tax impacts of moving operations to the U.S.

Christina Moore, Member Real Estate Acquisitions & Dispositions
Christina Moore serves as Member-in-Charge of Clark Hill’s Atlanta office and advises corporate and real estate clients on all aspects of real estate transactions. She will share her thoughts on how the real estate market will be impacted by the current Trump administration.

The conversation will be moderated by Manori de Silva, Deputy Chair of Clark Hill’s Transatlantic Practice.

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Summer Champagne Networking Event
2025-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 | The Veranda – Buckhead Village District, 217 Buckhead Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA, 30305, United States
Join the French-American Chamber of Commerce for the annual Summer Champagne Event: 40th Anniversary Edition!

Mix and mingle with members of local and international business communities.

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Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 1 - Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
2025-05-15 20:00 - 2025-05-17 20:00 | Atlanta Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra welcomes the extraordinary piano virtuoso Marc-André Hamelin from Québec, who brings volcanic energy together with aching lyricism for an unforgettable concert experience. He performs Bartók’s Piano Concerto No. 3, a piece overflowing with dazzling pianism and boisterous good cheer. Guest conductor Marzena Diakun opens the evening with Weinberg’s raucous Rhapsody on Moldovan Themes and rounds it out with Tchaikovsky’s delightfully atmospheric Symphony No. 1, “Winter Daydreams.”

Marzena Diakun, Conductor
From September 2021, Marzena Diakun is Artistic Director and Chief Conductor of the Orquestra de la Comunidad de Madrid (ORCAM) and Chief Conductor of the Orchestre Symphonique de l’Opéra de Toulon. She came to international attention in 2016 following several concerts with the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, and is a former recipient of both the Boston Symphony Orchestra’s Tanglewood Conducting Fellowship and a Taki Concordia Fellowship.

Recent engagements have taken Marzena to the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, the Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra, the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra Katowice, the Warsaw Philharmonic, Orquesta Sinfónica del Principado de Asturias, Real Orquesta Sinfónica de Sevilla, Orchestre National de Lyon, Orquestra Sinfónica do Estado de São Paulo, Deutsche-Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz, the National Radio Symphony Orchestra in Lubljana, the Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne and the Gothenburg Opera.

Marzena is a dedicated exponent of contemporary music and has given the first performances of numerous works with both Smash Ensemble (Spain) and the Berg Orchestra (Czech Republic). In 2016, she gave the Polish premiere of Olga Neuwirth’s opera Lost Highway and has worked with both Ensemble Intercontemporain and the Amsterdam-based Asko-Schönberg. Among the soloists she has collaborated are Martin Grubinger, Peter Jablonski, Andreas Staier, Ewa Kupiec, Truls Mørk, Daniel Müller-Schott, Camilla Nylund, Klaus Florian Vogt, Catherine Wyn-Rogers and Nathalie Stutzmann.

Marzena studied conducting under Mieczysław Gawronski at the Karol Lipinski Academy of Music in Wrocław and completed postgraduate studies at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. She has been mentored by conductors including Kurt Masur, Andrey Boreyko and Pierre Boulez and has been a finalist in the Lutosławski Conducting Competition and a semi-finalist in both the Donatella Flick Conductors Competition in London and Quadaques Competition in Barcelona. She is currently a conducting professor at the Karol Lipinski Academy of Music in Wrocław.

Marzena has received the Kreatywni Wrocławia award and in 2015 was nominated for the Wrocław Music Award. She was named Artist of the Year in 2013 and was awarded the Koszalin Eagle award.

Marc-André Hamelin, Piano
“A performer of near-superhuman technical prowess” (The New York Times), pianist Marc-André Hamelin is known worldwide for his unrivaled blend of consummate musicianship and brilliant technique in the great works of the established repertoire, as well as for his intrepid exploration of the rarities of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. He regularly performs around the globe with the leading orchestras and conductors of our time and gives recitals at major concert venues and festivals worldwide.

Highlights of Mr. Hamelin’s 2022–2023 season included a vast variety of repertoire performed with the Orchestra of St. Luke’s at Carnegie Hall (Piano Quintet’s by Florence Price and Brahms), Berlin Philharmonic and Marek Janowski (Reger’s Piano Concerto), San Diego Symphony and Rafael Payare (Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 2), Toronto Symphony Orchestra and Gustavo Gimeno (Messiaen’s Turangalîla-Symphonie), Netherlands Philharmonic and Joshua Weilerstein (Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue), and Symphony Nova Scotia and Holly Mathieson (Grieg’s Piano Concerto). Recital appearances take Mr. Hamelin to Vienna, Chicago, Toronto, Montréal, Napa Valley, São Paulo, and Bogotá, among other venues across the world.

Mr. Hamelin is an exclusive recording artist for Hyperion Records, where his discography spans more than 70 albums, with notable recordings of a broad range of solo, orchestral, and chamber repertoire. In January 2022, the label released a two-disc set of C. P. E. Bach’s sonatas and rondos that received wide critical acclaim and in June 2022, Hyperion released the two-disc set of William Bolcom’s The Complete Rags.

Mr. Hamelin has composed music throughout his career, with over 30 compositions to his name. Most of those works—including the Etudes and Toccata on L’homme armé, commissioned by the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition—are published by Edition Peters. His most recent work, his Piano Quintet, was premiered in August 2022 by himself and the celebrated Dover Quartet at La Jolla Music Society.

Mr. Hamelin makes his home in the Boston area with his wife, Cathy Fuller, a producer, and host at Classical WCRB. Born in Montreal, he is the recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award from the German Record Critics’ Association and has received seven Juno Awards and 11 Grammy nominations, and the 2018 Jean Gimbel Lane Prize in Piano Performance from Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music. In December 2020, he was awarded the Paul de Hueck and Norman Walford Career Achievement Award for Keyboard Artistry from the Ontario Arts Foundation. Mr. Hamelin is an Officer of the Order of Canada, a Chevalier de l’Ordre national du Québec, and a member of the Royal Society of Canada.

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Symposium on ASIA-USA Partnership Opportunities (SAUPO) 2025
2025-05-16 09:00 - 17:30 | The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Tokyo Shiodome, 1 Chrome-6-3 Higashishinbashi, Tokyo, Japan
Organized by KSU’s Asian Studies Program, the Symposium on ASIA-USA Partnership Opportunities (SAUPO) is the largest Asia business conference in the USA since 2011. You will be entertained with innovative ideas, exciting discussions, live Shamisen performance, food & drinks, and valuable networking with business leaders, government officials, community organizers and scholars from USA and ASIA.

Confirmed Speakers at SAUPO 2025:

Victor Osumi, President-Japan, Delta Air Lines; President, AmCham Japan

Makoto Hidai, Manager, Offshore Wind Power, Shimizu Corporation

Masahiro Indo, NOVARE, Shimizu Corporation

Alex Gregory, former President & CEO, YKK Corporation of America

Kiyo Kojima, Partner, Smith Gambrell Russell, President, JCCG

Hiroshi Sekiya, President, Maintech, Japan

Asahi Iwasawa, CEO, HATSU Japan

Toru Ichikawa, Kanda University of International Studies, Chiba, Japan

Shinji Matsuda, Chukyo University, Nagoya, Japan

Yuumi Mochizuki, State of Georgia – Japan

George Mui, Managing Partner, Global Consultants United

Jessica Cork, VP for Global Engagement, YKK Corporation

Michael Chen, Associate Dean, RCHSS, Kennesaw State University

Kazuhiro Chikayama, J. F. Oberlin University

Sweta Sneha, Executive Director, MSHMI, Kennesaw State University

If you cannot travel to Japan, please enjoy SAUPO via free Zoom livestreaming

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The 10th Annual Global Languages Leadership Meeting
2025-05-16 10:30 - 14:00 | Centennial Hall at Georgia Room #120 State University, 100 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303, Gabon
The Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) is very excited to announce the 10th Annual Global Languages Leadership Meeting is set for May 16, 2025. Save your spot today!

CULTR is delighted to have Dr. Nicolle Parsons-Pollard, Provost & Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs of Georgia State University, as our guest! CULTR is also thrilled to feature Trevor Gillies, Director–Europeon Desk at YER USA, as this year’s keynote speaker. He has a great expertise in recruitment and operations.

This 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.

Past 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.

RSVP today to increase your organization’s visibility and commitment to promoting languages for all. Space is limited.

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Discover the Netherlands: An Immersive Sustainable Business Tour
2025-05-17 00:00 - 2025-05-25 23:59 | Netherlands
Discover the future of sustainable innovation from May 17–25, 2025, with a week-long immersive business tour in the Netherlands. This exclusive experience offers professionals an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the country’s thriving sustainable fashion ecosystem.

Highlights Include:

Learn from industry leaders through workshops, panel discussions, and site visits.

Foster meaningful connections with Dutch businesses and stakeholders.

Explore avenues for partnerships and expansion within the Netherlands market.

Behind-the-scenes access to sustainability-focused brands and organizations.

Exclusive networking opportunities with local innovators, designers, and business professionals.

Experience Dutch culture and hospitality with curated cultural activities.

Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow in one of the world’s leading hubs for sustainability. Secure your spot today!

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The German Cultural Center Presents: Frühlingsfest
2025-05-18 12:00 - 18:00 | Westside Provisions District, 1198 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA, 30318
The German term “Frühlingsfest” translates to “spring festival.” This annual family-friendly celebration marks the end of winter and welcomes the renewal of spring. Frühlingsfests are popular traditions throughout Germany and other German-speaking countries, attracting over one million visitors annually. These vibrant community gatherings serve to strengthen social bonds after the isolation of winter through shared celebration.

This family-friendly experience offers:

Exhibitions by 40 exceptional local artists

Authentic German and European beer, wine, and cuisine in our Biergarten and beer tent

Live DJ sets and musical performances throughout the day

Hourly cultural exhibitions in the “Goethe-Haus” tent

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Consular Conversations OTP: India
2025-05-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, 6500 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA, 30097, United States
Join Global Atlanta on May 20th for a special edition of our Consular Conversations series presented by Miller & Martin and hosted by Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and Partnership Gwinnett, featuring Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan, Consul General of India in Atlanta.

The discussion will include a one-on-one interview with the Global Atlanta Managing Editor, Trevor Williams, followed by a moderated audience Q&A.

Non-Member Ticket: $30Gwinnett Chamber Member Ticket: $20Georgia Indo-American Chamber Member Ticket: $20Global Atlanta Passport Holder: FREE

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Shri Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan, Consul General of India
Shri Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan is a career diplomat and joined the Indian Foreign Service in the year 2005. Prior to joining as Consul General of India at Atlanta, he served in Ministry of External Affairs in various capacities. He has served as Joint Secretary (Summits) looking after the operation aspects of G20 Meetings during India’s G20 Presidency. While heading Rapid Response Cell Division, as an additional charge, he was in-charge of the Ministry of External Affairs’ control room during the Operation Ganga. He also served as Director in Administration & Human Resources, and Policy Planning Divisions.

During his previous overseas diplomatic assignments, he served in various positions at Indian Missions in Moscow, Dushanbe, Paris and Colombo handling Political, Commercial and Cultural aspects of relations. During his last tenure in New Delhi (2011 to 2013), he was a Desk Officer for the southern African countries in Africa Division.

He holds master’s degree in Science faculty.

He is married to S. Renuga Devi, who is Occupational Therapist by profession and has a daughter and a son.

Preventing the Unthinkable: India & Pakistan’s Nuclear Standoff - Virtual Program
2025-05-20 12:00 | Zoom
The World Affairs Council of Atlanta is hosting a series of virtual dialogues focusing on the United States’ ongoing foreign policy re-directs under the Trump Administration. Amb. (ret.) Charles Shapiro, President Emeritus of the Council and former U.S. Ambassador to Venezuela, will lead each dialogue with world-class experts in their fields of study and practice.

Topic Summary

In May 2025, India and Pakistan narrowly avoided a full-scale war after a deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir triggered a rapid military escalation. The crisis, which included airstrikes, missile exchanges, drone warfare, and cyber operations, was defused through a U.S.-brokered ceasefire on May 10. Despite the de-escalation, cross-border violations persist, and tensions remain high. Both nations signaled their nuclear capabilities during the standoff—Pakistan convened its National Command Authority, while India reaffirmed its stance against nuclear blackmail. Former Georgia U.S. Senator Sam Nunn has long warned that the most alarming nuclear threat lies in the volatile relationship between India and Pakistan. These two large, multiethnic, developing nations have a history of deep-seated animosity rooted in the 1947 partition of British India. Since then, they have fought four wars and engaged in numerous skirmishes, with Kashmir remaining the most contentious flashpoint.

Featured Speakers

Dr. Aparna Pande
Director of the Initiative on the Future of India and South Asia at the Hudson Institute, Washington D.C.

Charles Shapiro
Expert panelist and Ambassador

Rickey Bevington
President of the World Affairs Council of Atlanta

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Business Speed Networking Event with the FACC, NACCSE, & BABC
2025-05-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Curiosity Lab Peachtree Corners, 147 Technology Pkwy, Peachtree Corners, GA, 30092, United States
Bring your curiosity and biggest ask to a fast-paced, structured session where the real questions matter. Designed for entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs eager to gain real-time feedback, fresh ideas, and valuable connections. Social time at the end to chill or dive deeper.

Spots are limited to just 20 participants to ensure meaningful conversations, so don’t miss out and register today!

Co-hosted with the Netherlands American Chamber of Commerce (NACCSE) and the British American Business Council (BABC).

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Atlanta Jazz Festival 2025
2025-05-24 11:00 - 2025-05-26 23:00 | Piedmont Park, 1320 Monroe Drive, Atlanta, 30306
Atlanta Jazz Festival is regarded as one of the largest FREE jazz festivals in the country. An annual celebration of the music, culture and art of jazz begins in April and culminates each Memorial Day weekend, with an outdoor festival featuring jazz artists from all over the world.

The mission of the Atlanta Jazz Festival is to expose and entertain a diverse audience of Jazz aficionados, young Jazz enthusiasts and aspiring musicians to the rich heritage and variety of Jazz as an authentic form of American music.Atlanta Jazz Festival is produced by the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs.

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Japanese Community Outing at ATL United Soccer Game
2025-05-25 19:00 | Mercedes Benz Stadium, 35 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, GA, 30313, United States
Join JASG for an exciting Japanese Community Outing at the Atlanta United vs. FC Cincinnati soccer match on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Mercedes-Benz Stadium!

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month & Japanese culture and cheer on Atlanta United’s Togashi Kenshiro, and FC Cincinnati’s Kubo Yuya, as they take the field in one of the season’s most anticipated matches!

Special Highlights:

Pre-Game Japanese Performances at the stadium’s Front Porch stage (outside the stadium near the Falcon statue) – featuring Next Stage Dance Studio and others.

Exclusive discounted seating so you can enjoy the match with fellow Japan enthusiasts

A unique opportunity to connect, celebrate, and support the Japanese community in Georgia

Whether you’re a die-hard soccer fan or simply want to experience a fun night filled with Japanese spirit, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

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Agroalimentaria 2025 - Agribusiness in the Dominican Republic
2025-05-28 00:00 - 2025-05-31 23:59 | Dominican Fiesta Hotel, C. Cibao Oeste 101, Santo Domingo, 11108, Dominican Republic
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).

The event will take place from May 28 to 31, 2025, at the Dominican Fiesta Hotel, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

Agroalimentaria 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.

This 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.

To encourage participation, Agroalimentaria 2025 offers an incentive program for international buyers, which includes:

Participation in one-on-one business matchmaking meetings with Dominican exporters.

Access to the exhibition featuring top-quality food, beverage, and tobacco products.

Panels and high-level conferences on industry trends and trade opportunities.

VIP invitation to the “Noche Dominicana” networking cocktail.

Three nights of complimentary accommodation (May 28, 29, and 30, subject to evaluation).

Airport-Hotel-Airport transfers included (Arrival: May 27-28 | Departure: May 31-June 1).

Ongoing guidance and support from ProDominicana staff throughout the event.

For further information, please feel free to contact us at misantana@mirex.gob.do or call us at678-427-0654.

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2025 Latino Power Hour
2025-05-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Crowne Plaza- Norcross, 6050 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Norcross, GA, 30071
Join the GALEO Latino Community Development Fund as we celebrate the power of the Latinx electorate in Georgia for a night of dancing and community.

The Latinx electorate has become a force in Georgia, and the Latino Power Hour gives our community a platform to uplift the power of the Latino-Hispanic voices within our state.

Elizabeth Silva, Director for Leadership Development at GALEO
Elizabeth Silva, a proud Mexican-American born and raised in Atlanta, serves as GALEO’s Director for Leadership Development. With dual degrees in Managerial Sciences and Marketing from Georgia State University and over five years of experience in business and civic engagement, she is passionate about empowering her community to amplify its voice.

Paloma Valdovinos, GALEO Institute for Leadership 2024 Cohort
Paloma Valdovinos, the eldest daughter of Mexican immigrants, is a passionate and resilient first-generation Mexican-American whose Southern upbringing sparked her commitment to community service and social equity. Her work focuses on challenging systemic injustice and encouraging individuals and organizations to reflect on how their actions may contribute to inequity.

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Atlanta Symphony Orchestra: An American in Paris
2025-05-29 20:00 - 22:30 | Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States
Join the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for a French Culture Night concert featuring Gershwin’s An American in Paris, and enjoy a post-concert meet and greet reception with French conductor Stéphane Denève.

Audience favorite Kirill Gerstein returns to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. “A peerless performer with so much to express” (The Guardian), Gerstein plays Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, a piquant piece with jazzy underpinnings. The popular guest conductor Stéphane Denève keeps with the French theme throughout with Ibert’s lighthearted Escales, “Ports of Call,” a trio of musical postcards from a trip abroad. The ASO re-enacts The Creation of the World with an extra shot of French whimsy, courtesy of Darius Milhaud, and ends on a high with Gershwin’s irresistible love letter to the French capital, An American in Paris.

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Navigating US Immigration with David Lunel
2025-05-30 09:00 - 11:00 | Regions Plaza, 1180 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309
Join the French-Amercian Chamber of Commerce for an insightful event on U.S. immigration, presented by David Lunel of Lunel Law, where attendees will gain valuable knowledge on the latest immigration policies, visa options, and practical guidance for navigating the U.S. immigration system. Whether you’re an international professional, employer, or simply looking to better understand your options, this session will provide clear, expert advice and answer your key questions. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from immigration law specialists and connect with others exploring similar paths.

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MayDay Trade Summit
2025-05-31 16:30 | Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs, 504 Fair St SW, Atlanta, 30313, United States
This is a dynamic in-person event designed for business professions in international trade, supply chain, and entrepreneurs facing the current challenges in trade, tariffs, and customs. This global trade event is also designed to expand entrepreneurs into international markets. Whether you’re looking to enter the import/export space, optimize your current supply chain, or better understand global regulations, this workshop offers practical insights and powerful networking opportunities.

Hosted by Agate Solutions in partnership with International Supply Partners (ISP), this event will bring together experienced voices from across the global trade sector and the supply chain ecosystem to share strategies, resources, and opportunities to thrive in the ever-changing world of international trade.

Please use this special code: AGATEMAYDAYACCESS to enjoy a 50% discount, exclusive for the Global Atlanta audience.

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A Fashion Affair Presents Enchanted
2025-05-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Porter Sanford III Performing Arts & Community Center, 3181 Rainbow Drive, Decatur, Georgia, 30034
The Caribbean Association Of Georgia along with A Fashion Affair invites you to a magical evening of fashion and wonder!

Enchanted is an International Fashion Show featuring local and international designers.

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Once Upon My Mother (Ma mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan) Screening
2025-06-04 19:00 | Tara Theater, 2345 Cheshire Bridge Rd. NE, Atlanta, Georgia, 30324
The Québec Government Office in Atlanta and French Premiere teamed up to present a Québec/France film, Once Upon My Mother (Ma mère, Dieu et Sylvie Vartan), which will be screening on Wednesday, June 4th at the Tara Theatre.

This evening marks a proud celebration of Québec cinema.

Synopsis: In 1963, Esther gave birth to Roland, a boy with a clubfoot. Defying all odds, she promised he’d walk and live a full life. This film is a powerful tale of a mother’s relentless love, overcoming impossible challenges for her son.

This screening will be in French with English subtitles.

$5 Dollar Discount Code: ONCE-QUEBEC-DISCOUNT

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Mind the Gap: Bridging Franco-American Cultural Differences at Work
2025-06-05 12:00 - 13:30 | Webinar
Despite the long-standing friendship between the U.S. and France, the cultural gaps between French and Americans are as different as Coca-Cola and a fine Bordeaux. In today’s fast-paced and complex global environment, increasing understanding of the impact culture has on communication and work practices is the key to driving harmonious working relationships between the two cultures. This interactive presentation will highlight some of the historical and cultural factors that have shaped the beliefs and values in each country and how they impact behaviors at work. FACC Atlanta members will gain new insights into the main barriers that impede communication and collaboration and learn tips to optimize engagement with their French or American colleagues and clients.

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Julia Gaspar-Bates, M.A., is President of Intercultural Alliances, LLC (www.interculturalalliances.com) a cross-cultural training and consulting firm based in Washington DC. A British-American, Julia started her career in Paris, where she lived and worked for nearly eight years. She has trained thousands of leaders and teams on five continents to help them increase their intercultural sensitivity, knowledge, and skills to successfully navigate the complexities and opportunities of working across cultural and geographic borders. Julia is currently co-writing a book with a colleague in Paris on cultural differences between the French and Americans at work, a journey that has only deepened her awareness of the cultural differences between the two countries and how to best resolve them. Julia holds a Master’s of Arts in Intercultural Relations and spent 10 years teaching at George Washington University. She is also an active member of the FACC Washington DC for whom she has given frequent presentations over the years.

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Portraits of Belonging: A Diasporic Dialogue on Memory, Sport & Art
2025-06-05 18:30 - 21:00 | ADAMA Gallery at Pittsburgh Yards, 352 University Ave SW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30310
Join the African Diaspora Art Museum of Atlanta (ADAMA) for an unforgettable evening of conversation, reflection, and cultural resonance at Portraits of Belonging: A Diasporic Dialogue on Memory, Sport, & Art. This special event brings together two visionary forces whose work transcends disciplines and borders—uniting art, heritage, and the enduring power of memory.

This experience promises a powerful conversation with acclaimed artist Nelson Makamo, moderated by curator, Esohe Galbreath.⁠ Together, they will explore how art becomes a vessel for belonging, how memory shapes legacy, and how cultural stewardship can transform both institutions and imaginations. This is more than a conversation—it is a call to witness, to remember, and to reimagine.⁠

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