BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Global Atlanta - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Global Atlanta REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250228T175616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T175620Z UID:10040580-1741197600-1741204800@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Netherlands Immersive Sustainable Fashion Industry Tour -- Information Session DESCRIPTION:In case you missed the first information session. \n\n\n\nYou’re Invited: An Exclusive Evening at the Home of the Consul General of the Netherlands \n\n\n\n📅 Date: Wednesday\, March 5\, 2024⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM📍 Location: Private Residence of the Consul General of the Netherlands (Address Provided Upon RSVP)đŸŽŸïž RSVP Required – Limited Spots Available \n\n\n\nJoin us for an exclusive information session about the Netherlands Immersive Sustainable Fashion Industry Tour (May 17-25\, 2025)—a curated business journey designed for fashion professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and industry leaders eager to explore sustainability\, innovation\, and global expansion. \n\n\n\nWhy You Can’t Miss This Evening🌍 Exclusive Venue – A rare opportunity to be hosted at the Consul General’s private residence.💡 Get the Inside Scoop – Learn firsthand about the cutting-edge circular fashion and textile innovation in the Netherlands.đŸ€ Expand Your Network – Connect with key partners\, including representatives from Oost NL and the European American Chamber of Commerce Netherlands.🚀 Pitch Your Business – Discover how this immersive experience can open doors for international collaborations and expansion. \n\n\n\nAbout the Netherlands Tour (May 17-25\, 2025)This immersive experience includes:✅ Meetings with top sustainable fashion brands & textile innovators✅ Visits to leading circular fashion labs\, research hubs\, and factories✅ Exclusive access to workshops\, networking events\, and industry insights✅ Opportunities to pitch your brand to European stakeholders \n\n\n\nSeats for this evening are limited\, and RSVP is required. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to position yourself at the forefront of sustainable fashion! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/netherlands-immersive-sustainable-fashion-industry-tour-information-session/ LOCATION:Dutch Residence (specifics available after RSVP) CATEGORIES:Fashion,Netherlands,Trade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/netherlands-sustainable-fashion.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250301T182059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T182103Z UID:10040581-1741255200-1741258800@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Netherlands Sustainable Fashion Business Tour -- Virtual Info Session DESCRIPTION:Can’t make the in-person information session? \n\n\n\nYou’re Invited to attend a virtual session with leaders in the Netherlands. \n\n\n\n📅 Date: Thursday\, March 6\, 2024⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM📍 Location: Virtual MeetingđŸŽŸïž RSVP Required \n\n\n\nJoin us for an exclusive information session about the Netherlands Immersive Sustainable Fashion Industry Tour (May 17-25\, 2025)—a curated business journey designed for fashion professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and industry leaders eager to explore sustainability\, innovation\, and global expansion. \n\n\n\nWhy You Can’t Miss This Session🌍 Exclusive Venue – A rare opportunity to be hosted at the Consul General’s private residence.💡 Get the Inside Scoop – Learn firsthand about the cutting-edge circular fashion and textile innovation in the Netherlands. Ask questionsđŸ€ Expand Your Network – Connect with key partners\, including representatives from Oost NL and the European American Chamber of Commerce Netherlands.🚀 Pitch Your Business – Discover how this immersive experience can open doors for international collaborations and expansion. \n\n\n\nAbout the Netherlands Tour (May 17-25\, 2025)This immersive experience includes:✅ Meetings with top sustainable fashion brands & textile innovators✅ Visits to leading circular fashion labs\, research hubs\, and factories✅ Exclusive access to workshops\, networking events\, and industry insights✅ Opportunities to pitch your brand to European stakeholders \n\n\n\nRSVP is required. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to position yourself at the forefront of sustainable fashion! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/netherlands-sustainable-fashion-business-tour-virtual-info-session/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/netherlands-sustainable-fashion.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T133000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250215T171446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T171450Z UID:10040561-1741260600-1741267800@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:The Road Ahead: Implications of Germany's Federal Election with Dr. Steven E. Sokol DESCRIPTION:On February 23rd\, 2025\, Germany will hold a federal election to elect the 630 members of the 21st Bundestag. Originally scheduled for September 2025\, the election was advanced due to the collapse of the governing coalition in late 2024. this election is pivotal\, with significant potential to reshape Germany’y political landscape and influence its domestic and foreign policies.  \n\n\n\nThe election’s outcome will influence Germany’s policy direction on critical issues such as immigration\, economic strategy\, and climate change. Internationally\, Germany’s stance within the European Union\, its foreign policy\, and its role in global economic and environmental initiatives could undergo significant shifts based on the new government’s composition and priorities. As Germany approaches this pivotal election\, the decisions made by its electorate will have lasting implications on both domestic policies and international relations. Understanding the platforms\, potential coalitions\, and key issues at stake is essential for anticipating the road ahead for Germany. Join us for a discussion with Dr. Steven E Sokol\, President and CEO of the American Council on Germany.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Steven Sokol\, President and CEO of the American Council on Germany\nSteven E. Sokol has been the President and CEO of the American Council on Germany since 2015. Previously\, he served as President and CEO of the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh and prior to that he was the Vice President and Director of Programs at the American Council on Germany. Prior to this\, Dr. Sokol served as the Deputy Director of the Aspen Institute Berlin\, was the Head of the Project Management Department at the Bonn International Center for Conversion GmBH (BICC)\, and a Program Officer in the Berlin office of the German Marshall Fund of the United States. Earlier in his career\, he also was a Program Manager at the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) and was a paralegal at Fulbright & Jaworski. \n\n\n\nDr. Sokol holds a Doctorate in Law and Policy from Northeastern University as well as an M.A. in International Relations and International Economics from the Johns Hopkins University’s Paul Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) and a B.A. from Wesleyan University. He has also studied at the Ruprecht-Karls-UniversitĂ€t in Heidelberg and as a Fulbright Scholar at the Free UniversitĂ€t in Berlin. Dr. Sokol serves on several non-profit boards and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. He was awarded a Bundesverdienstkreuz (Order of Merit) for his work to strengthen German-American relations.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-road-ahead-implications-of-germanys-federal-election-with-dr-steven-e-sokol/ LOCATION:Capital City Club\, 7 John Portman Boulevard Northwest\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States CATEGORIES:Europe,Germany,Politics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/OFFICIAL-ACIR-LOGO-JPG-Copy.webp GEO:33.7612456;-84.3879488 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Capital City Club 7 John Portman Boulevard Northwest Atlanta GA 30303 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7 John Portman Boulevard Northwest:geo:-84.3879488,33.7612456 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T203000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20241213T024428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T024431Z UID:10040516-1741287600-1741293000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:2025 Dunwoody Virtual Great Decisions Lecture Series – The Future of NATO and European Security DESCRIPTION:The annual 2025 Dunwoody Great Decisions Foreign Policy Lecture Series will take place via Zoom every Thursday evening from February 6 – March 27\, 2025 at 7:00 PM. There is a fee to register for the virtual lecture series\, and registration is required to receive the event link. \n\n\n\nTopic: The Future of NATO and European Security \n\n\n\nEuropean security is more uncertain than it has been for decades. Putin’s Russia has launched a war with Ukraine on its doorstep\, and America’s uncertain role as leader of NATO and security provider has been called into question with the failure of Congress to pass supplemental military support for Ukraine. What are Europe’s options\, and how might developments on both sides of Western Europe – in Ukraine and across the Atlantic – impact its choices? What are America’s stakes in NATO and Europe’s strategic dilemmas? \n\n\n\nSpeaker: General Philip Breedlove\, Professor\, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs\, Georgia Institute of Technology; Former Commander\, U.S. European Command; Former Supreme Allied Commander Europe; Former Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force \n\n\n\nPlease note\, topics and speakers are subject to change dates. \n\n\n\nGreat Decisions\, presented by the Foreign Policy Association (FPA)\, highlights the most thought-provoking foreign policy challenges facing Americans each year. GCIV is the statewide coordinator for the nonpartisan program. To view the other 2025 topics or learn more about Great Decisions\,  \n\n\n\nvisit Gciv.org/programs/gd. \n\n\n\nThe Georgia Council for International Vistiors (GCIV) implements professional international exchange programs on behalf of the U.S. Department of State and other federal agencies. GCIV’s mission is to foster professional\, cultural and educational experiences that connect Georgia citizens and international leaders to cultivate positive global change. GCIV hosted 352 international visitors from 105 countries and territories to the state of Georgia in 2024. To learn more\, visit Gciv.org.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/2025-dunwoody-virtual-great-decisions-lecture-series-the-future-of-nato-and-european-security/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Europe,Lecture,Security ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/GCIV-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250304T223039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T223043Z UID:10040582-1741435200-1741442400@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Artist Talk with Walid Hajar Rachedi: Connections Between Literature and Rap DESCRIPTION:Join Villa Albertine Atlanta and Atlanta Contemporary as they kick off the Villa’s 2025 season of residencies with this event featuring French writer and publisher Walid Hajar Rachedi \n\n\n\nDuring the event\, Walid Hajar Rachedi will talk about his work as an author\, making connections between literature and rap. \n\n\n\nSince its beginnings\, rap has continuously invoked literature. Whether it’s through claimed lineage\, tribute\, or a strong nod\, the words of so-called legitimate culture permeate the works of all generations of rappers. While the influence of literature on rap is often discussed\, the reverse is less common. Confined to the role of counter-culture\, or even ‘sub-culture\,’ relegated to the margins of literary studies\, rap\, however\, inspires the new literary scene: many writers grew up with this music\, cite rap albums among their major references\, and have drawn inspiration from it to approach language and the world in their first manuscripts. How does this influence manifest? What bridges are formed between these two art forms? What does it reveal about the impact of rap on literature and culture? \n\n\n\n© Annie Gozard\n\n\n\nWALID HAJAR RACHEDI is a French author and publisher exploring identity\, immigration\, and societal fractures through his project What’s Left of the American Dream. Born in France in 1981 to Algerian parents\, he has lived in Latin America and the U.S. His debut novel\, Qu’est-ce que j’irais faire au paradis?\, was a finalist for the Goncourt Prize in 2022\, and his second novel\, Nos destins sont liĂ©s\, was deeply influenced by rap\, one of his foundational inspirations. He is also the co-founder of Frictions\, a renowned media platform known for long-form investigative storytelling and podcasts on global social issues. \n\n\n\nLearn more about Walid Hajar Rachedi’s residency project with Villa Albertine. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/artist-talk-with-walid-hajar-rachedi-connections-between-literature-and-rap/ LOCATION:Atlanta Contemporary Art Center\, 535 Means Street Northwest\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30318 CATEGORIES:Art,Europe,France ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/francophonieatlcopy-1.png GEO:33.7729575;-84.4050783 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Atlanta Contemporary Art Center 535 Means Street Northwest Atlanta Georgia 30318;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=535 Means Street Northwest:geo:-84.4050783,33.7729575 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250207T162504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T183226Z UID:10040554-1741712400-1741719600@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Export Stories: Navigating Trade Turbulence 2025 DESCRIPTION:International trade is never boring — while some say “the world is flat\,” those crossing borders for business know that there are inevitable mountains to climb when it comes to overcoming regulation\, getting paid and adapting products to local conditions. \n\n\n\nBut with turbulence becoming the new normal\, why start exporting your products and services now\, with a trade war kicking into gear and the threat of retaliatory tariffs on the horizon in key markets? \n\n\n\nBecause for every firm whose anxiety or apathy keeps them from tapping the 95 percent of the world’s consumers who live outside the U.S.\, there’s another company finding lucrative customers around the world\, boosting resiliency in times of domestic uncertainty. Exporting firms\, studies show\, pay better\, hire more and are better shielded against shocks. \n\n\n\nFrom software royalties and franchise fees to manufactured inputs and consumer products\, sellers of both goods and services in Georgia have learned to overcome real risks to seize the innovative edge and brand cachet that can come with exporting done right. \n\n\n\nJoin Select Cobb and Global Atlanta for a panel discussion where tales of export success from local pioneers will help you take the first (or next) step toward crafting and implementing your international strategy. \n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWei Siong Tan\, Ph.D.\,Founder and Director of Business Operations\, AccuSentry Inc.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCynthia T. Reichard\, President\, Arylessence\nArylessence is the largest solely U.S.-based private fragrance and flavor company.  The Company brings dynamic fragrance and flavor ingredient innovation to clients around the globe. These creative formulas are developed for an expansive variety of the world’s favorite consumer goods and industrial applications. \n\n\n\nSince 1998\, Cynthia Reichard has worked in many roles within Arylessence\, including leading the collaboration of teams in fragrance creation\, innovation\, marketing\, and client development. After 26 years of strategic leadership and dynamic growth as Arylessence’s EVP\, Cynthia assumed the role of President. \n\n\n\nCynthia is an active and respected leader in a variety of industry and business associations. Her involvement is instrumental in enhancing outcomes that are key to the future of the fragrance and flavor industry and Arylessence customers. \n\n\n\nCynthia’s collaborative and visionary work supports a prosperous future for industry stakeholders across the business spectrum and has included: \n\n\n\n\nFragrance Creators Association – Board Chair; Chair\, Government and Legislative Affairs Committee\n\n\n\nAmerican Cleaning Institute – Strategic Advisory Committee Chair and Communications & Outreach Committee Chair\n\n\n\nGeorgia Cobb County Chamber of Commerce – Board of Directors\n\n\n\nHousehold and Commercial Products Association – Air Care Committee Chair and Board of Directors\n\n\n\nNational Candle Association – Board of Directors\n\n\n\nBlank Beauty – Board of Directors  \n\n\n\n\nArylessence is highly invested in the unified cooperation and support of fragrance & flavor industry alliances\, as well as the elevation of overall business synergies found in the greater Georgia commerce community and beyond.   URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/export-stories-navigating-trade-turbulence-2025/ LOCATION:Cobb Chamber of Commerce\, 1100 Circle 75 Parkway Suite 1000\, Atlanta\, 30339\, Georgia CATEGORIES:Economic Development,Export,Featured,Policy,Technology,Trade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/SelectCobb-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Global Atlanta":MAILTO:events@globalatlanta.com GEO:33.8897467;-84.46537 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cobb Chamber of Commerce 1100 Circle 75 Parkway Suite 1000 Atlanta 30339 Georgia;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1100 Circle 75 Parkway Suite 1000:geo:-84.46537,33.8897467 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T133000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20241204T175710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T165117Z UID:10040506-1741780800-1741786200@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Consular Conversations: Belgium DESCRIPTION:Join Global Atlanta on Wednesday\, March 12 for another interview in the Consular Conversations series presented by Miller & Martin PLLC\, featuring Katherine Raeymaekers\, Consul General of Belgium in Atlanta. \n\n\n\nThe discussion will include a one-on-one interview with the Global Atlanta Managing Editor\, Trevor Williams\, followed by a moderated audience Q&A. \n\n\n\nFeatured Speaker\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKatherine Raeymaekers\, Consul General of Belgium in Atlanta\nAs of August 1\, 2024\, Mrs. Katherine Raeymaekers has been appointed as Consul-General at the Belgian General Consulate in Atlanta\, Georgia\, USA\, covering 10 states in the South-East. \n\n\n\nAfter joining the Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2008\, as a career diplomat\, she has served as Deputy Head of Mission at the Belgian Embassy in Sofia\, Bulgaria (2009-2013) and in Budapest\, Hungary (2013-2017). Prior to the USA she served as Political and Economic Counsellor at the Belgian Embassy in Rabat (2020-2024). \n\n\n\nBetween 2017 and 2020\, she served as counsellor at the Department for EuropeanCoordination within the Belgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs\, responsible for matters related to transport\, telecom/digital and energy/green deal. \n\n\n\nShe holds a Master degree in Political Sciences – International Relations from the University of Ghent (2000)\, Belgium\, and followed post-graduates courses in Regional cooperation – Mercosur at the University of Buenos Aires in Argentina(2001-2003). \n\n\n\nShe is fluent in 6 languages: Dutch\, French\, English\, Spanish\, Italian and German. She also has some notions of Bulgarian and Hungarian. Beyond her professional pursuits\, Mme Raeymaekers likes to explore nature and the surroundings while hiking or biking. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsored by URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/consular-conversations-belgium2025/ LOCATION:Miller and Martin\, 1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30309\, United States CATEGORIES:Belgium,Business,Diplomacy,Economic Development,Europe,Featured,international relations,Networking,Policy,Trade ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Global-Atlanta-Passport.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Global Atlanta":MAILTO:events@globalatlanta.com GEO:33.7869925;-84.3883035 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Miller and Martin 1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100 Atlanta GA 30309 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1180 W Peachtree St NW UNIT 2100:geo:-84.3883035,33.7869925 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250227T174337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T174340Z UID:10040577-1741795200-1741806000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Celebrating Japanese Art at the High Museum DESCRIPTION:The Japan-America Society of Georgia is pleased to present a special program highlighting the unique role ART plays in US-Japan relations. Join JASG for an enlightening event dedicated to the artistry and craftsmanship of Japan\, where tradition meetsinnovation in the world of cultural preservation. \n\n\n\nFeaturing Ms. Sara Ribbans\, Conservator of Asian Paintings at the Cleveland Museum of Art\, this event offers a captivating journey into the world of Japanese art and conservation. \n\n\n\nAgenda: Pick & Choose What to Attend4:00pm | Self-Guided Tour of Ryoji Ikeda: Data-Verse Exhibit at The High5:00pm | Networking Reception6:00pm | Conservator Conversation: Art of Folding Screens\, Challenges of Preservation & Tsuzuri Project \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload Flyer URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/celebrating-japanese-art-at-the-high-museum/ LOCATION:The High Museum of Art\, 1280 Peachtree St NE \, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30309 \, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,Exhibit,Featured,Japan,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/jasg-events-logo.png GEO:33.7891582;-84.3849351 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The High Museum of Art 1280 Peachtree St NE Atlanta Georgia 30309 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1280 Peachtree St NE:geo:-84.3849351,33.7891582 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20241213T024915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T024920Z UID:10040517-1741852800-1741885200@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:2025 Dunwoody Virtual Great Decisions Lecture Series – AI and American National Security DESCRIPTION:The annual 2025 Dunwoody Great Decisions Foreign Policy Lecture Series will take place via Zoom every Thursday evening from February 6 – March 27\, 2025 at 7:00 PM. There is a fee to register for the virtual lecture series\, and registration is required to receive the event link. \n\n\n\nTopic: AI and American National Security \n\n\n\nThe AI revolution is the leading edge of a larger high-tech revolution which promises to transform the world. Experts argue that international cooperation is needed to expand the opportunities these new technologies hold while protecting societies from their dangers. What are the key policy debates in this area\, and what are the opportunities and limits on global AI rules of the road? How will the AI revolution impact American national security? What are its policy options to secure the benefits of AI and guard against its dangers? \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Dr. Joe Sutherland\, Director\, Emory Center for AI Learning\, Emory University \n\n\n\nPlease note\, topics and speakers are subject to change dates. \n\n\n\nGreat Decisions\, presented by the Foreign Policy Association (FPA)\, highlights the most thought-provoking foreign policy challenges facing Americans each year. GCIV is the statewide coordinator for the nonpartisan program. To view the other 2025 topics or learn more about Great Decisions\,  visit Gciv.org/programs/gd. \n\n\n\nThe Georgia Council for International Vistiors (GCIV) implements professional international exchange programs on behalf of the U.S. Department of State and other federal agencies. GCIV’s mission is to foster professional\, cultural and educational experiences that connect Georgia citizens and international leaders to cultivate positive global change. GCIV hosted 352 international visitors from 105 countries and territories to the state of Georgia in 2024. To learn more\, visit Gciv.org.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/2025-dunwoody-virtual-great-decisions-lecture-series-ai-and-american-national-security/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Lecture,North America,Security,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/GCIV-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T120000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250306T181051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T181150Z UID:10040583-1741863600-1741867200@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:International Business Webinar Series: An Entrepreneurial Vision for Export Success DESCRIPTION:An asylee from Colombia\, Felipe Arroyave came to the U.S. as a teenager with a strong work ethic and a desire to better himself through education. Along the way\, he caught a vision for helping those in the developing world\, from Latin America to the Middle East and beyond\, who lacked access to the specialty contact lenses patients in the West take for granted. Remedying the problem —and fixing vision for sufferers of kerotoconus\, corneal abrasions and other rare ocular problems — required some gumption and finesse. He’d spied the problem while working for a $4 billion lens distributor who was blind to the potential in smaller economies. Arroyave first proved the concept\, boosting sales for his employer in Latin American markets before branching out on his own and converting his former boss into one of his largest customers. Fast forward to today\, and Spectrum was named the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Small Business Exporter of the Year in 2024 on top of previous honors\, including winning both the Georgia GLOBE Award and the Atlanta Metro Export Challenge. HIs journey from the factory floor to the C-suite\, and his recent expansion of logistics and support infrastructure in Latin America to support growing sales\, offers an inspiring story of overcoming the odds by seeing and seizing opportunities in international business. \n\n\n\nKey Takeaways: \n\n\n\n1. How to see opportunities at the so-called “bottom of the pyramid” that legacy players believe are too costly or not lucrative enough to serve. \n\n\n\n2. The mechanics of exporting — how understanding payment\, shipping\, logistics and exchange rates can become a competitive advantage in the United States. \n\n\n\n3. How give-back programs including free education to doctors and patients\, along with an initiative provide contact lenses to underprivileged patients\, has helped build goodwill and boost the bottom line. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore info URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/international-business-webinar-series-an-entrepreneurial-vision-for-export-success/ LOCATION:Georgia CATEGORIES:Business,Colombia,Export,Featured,Latin America,Trade,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/GSU-CIBER-logo_color1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T203000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20241213T025332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T220800Z UID:10040518-1742497200-1742502600@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:2025 Dunwoody Virtual Great Decisions Lecture Series – India: Between China\, the West\, and the Global South DESCRIPTION:The annual 2025 Dunwoody Great Decisions Foreign Policy Lecture Series will take place via Zoom every Thursday evening from February 6 – March 27\, 2025 at 7:00 PM. There is a fee to register for the virtual lecture series\, and registration is required to receive the event link. \n\n\n\nTopic: India: Between China\, the West\, and the Global South \n\n\n\nIndia is an emerging major power in world affairs\, occupying a pivotal position between China\, the United States\, and the Global South. Its population size\, economy\, and geopolitical location ensure that it will be an influential voice in debates and political struggles over global order. What are India’s choices and opportunities for regional and global leadership? How will it maneuver between China and the United States\, and what is its role as a voice of the Global South? What opportunities exist for Washington to work with India? \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Dr. Nalanda Roy\, Professor of Political Science and International Studies\, Georgia Southern University \n\n\n\nPlease note\, topics and speakers are subject to change dates. \n\n\n\nGreat Decisions\, presented by the Foreign Policy Association (FPA)\, highlights the most thought-provoking foreign policy challenges facing Americans each year. GCIV is the statewide coordinator for the nonpartisan program. To view the other 2025 topics or learn more about Great Decisions\,  \n\n\n\nvisit Gciv.org/programs/gd. \n\n\n\nThe Georgia Council for International Vistiors (GCIV) implements professional international exchange programs on behalf of the U.S. Department of State and other federal agencies. GCIV’s mission is to foster professional\, cultural and educational experiences that connect Georgia citizens and international leaders to cultivate positive global change. GCIV hosted 352 international visitors from 105 countries and territories to the state of Georgia in 2024. To learn more\, visit Gciv.org.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/2025-dunwoody-virtual-great-decisions-lecture-series-india-between-china-the-west-and-the-global-south/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Asia,China,India,International affairs,Lecture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/GCIV-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T235959 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250320T000248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T005257Z UID:10040596-1742515200-1743379199@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:International Cherry Blossom Festival DESCRIPTION:Each March\, Macon becomes a pink\, cotton-spun paradise as hundreds of thousands of Yoshino cherry trees bloom in all their glory. Originally a sleepy southern town\, Macon has now become a bustling center of beauty and international friendship. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Info URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/international-cherry-blossom-festival/ LOCATION:Cherry Blossom Festival\, 794 Cherry St\, Macon\, Georgia\, 31201 CATEGORIES:Festival,History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Macons-Cherry-Blossom-Festival.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250319T134926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T134929Z UID:10040591-1742580000-1742590800@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Chef Lorna Maseko's Taste of South Africa DESCRIPTION:In honor of International Women’s Month Chef Lorna Maseko invites you to “Taste of South Africa: Atlanta.” \n\n\n\nThis tribute to South Africa’s rich culinary heritage includes a 6-course dining experience and 3 cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/chef-lorna-masekos-taste-of-south-africa/ LOCATION:Distillery of Modern Art\, 2197 Irvindale Way\, Chamblee\, GA\, 30341\, United States CATEGORIES:Africa,Art,Culture,Food,South Africa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Flyer-Lorna.png GEO:33.8971359;-84.2962354 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Distillery of Modern Art 2197 Irvindale Way Chamblee GA 30341 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2197 Irvindale Way:geo:-84.2962354,33.8971359 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250320T003526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T004353Z UID:10040597-1742587200-1742738400@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Atlanta Ballet: CoppĂ©lia DESCRIPTION:Balanchine’s classic tale of an eccentric toy maker and the lifelike doll he creates. \n\n\n\nLet your imagination run wild with this lighthearted love story\, where fantasy comes to life and the path to happily ever after takes a few unexpected twists and turns. Featuring ballet’s favorite heroine determined to save the young man to whom she is betrothed\, CoppĂ©lia will delight audiences of all ages with its foolish fantasy and cleverly crafted humor. \n\n\n\nRecommended for ages 5 and up. CoppĂ©lia is performed in three acts with a running time of 2 hours 23 minutes. \n\n\n\nBag and Screening Policy \n\n\n\nThe Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre no longer checks items. Please leave any prohibited items at home or in your car. Strollers and baby car carriers are not permitted in the venue. Please do not bring water bottles\, electronic devices (other than a cell phone)\, or flowers in vases. Bags must be smaller than 11″x13″ and will be checked for size. Upon entry\, guests will be required to pass through a metal detector and have their permitted bags inspected. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Info URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/atlanta-ballet-coppelia/ LOCATION:Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre\, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30339\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture,Dance,Entertainment,Featured,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Atlanta-Ballet-Logo-1-edited.png GEO:33.8846554;-84.4591061 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy Atlanta GA 30339 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy:geo:-84.4591061,33.8846554 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250321T152351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T152354Z UID:10040598-1742634000-1742652000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Aerotropolis Community Hiring & Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:Looking to take your career to the next level? Join us for the Aerotropolis Community Hiring & Resource Fair\, where opportunities meet talent! \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: Job Opportunities: Meet top employers and explore exciting positions. Exclusive Networking: Connect with industry professionals and hiring managers. On-the-Spot Guidance: Learn what it takes to land your dream job. \n\n\n\nThis is your chance to build connections\, gain valuable insights\, and take the first step toward a brighter future. Don’t miss out! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/aerotropolis-community-hiring-resource-fair/ LOCATION:Tri-Cities High School\, 2575 Harris Street\, East Point\, Georgia\, 30344\, United States CATEGORIES:Business,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/aero-atl-logo-x2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T150000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250319T185947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T185951Z UID:10040592-1742635800-1742655600@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Francophonie Beltline Westside Bike Tour DESCRIPTION:By popular demand\, this event is back! Join the Francophone community for a fun bike tour of the Atlanta Beltline Westside Trail! \n\n\n\nDiscover the Atlanta BeltLine Westside Trail and learn about the past\, present\, and future of the Atlanta BeltLine project. Enjoy the trail’s charm and explore the surrounding historic neighborhoods alongside expert guides. \n\n\n\nJoin Francophonie Atlanta in the parking lot of Lee + White (1020 White St SW. Atlanta\, GA 30310) to begin our tour. \n\n\n\n10:00AM – Team ONE (Belgium) departs on their ride10:15AM – Team TWO (Canada) departs on their ride10:30AM – Team THREE (Switzerland) departs on their rideDon’t worry you don’t have to be Belgian\, Canadian\, or Swiss to participate in the bike tour!   \n\n\n\nPrice: Free to participate.$35+ if you need to rent a bike/helmet directly through Clutch Bike Shop. \n\n\n\nWhat to wear: Comfortable athletic wear\, and anything that represents the French speaking culture\, such as your favorite athlete’s jersey\, favorite comic book character\, favorite movie character\, we encourage your creativity! Waters will be provided but please feel free to bring your own reusable water bottle and snack/sandwich for the tour. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Info Here URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/francophonie-beltline-westside-bike-tour/ LOCATION:Lee + White\, 1020 White St SW\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30310 CATEGORIES:Belgium,Canada,Culture,Education,France,Health,Networking,Senegal,Sports,Switzerland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Francaphonie-ATL-logo-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="Francophonie Atlanta":MAILTO:info@afatl.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T123000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250319T194656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T194659Z UID:10040594-1742639400-1742646600@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Best Short Film Children's Award | Atlanta French Film Festival DESCRIPTION:Children 10 to 12 are invited to vote for the Best Children Short Film of the Atlanta French Film Festival 2025 \n\n\n\nOrganized by the French Film Festival Atlanta in partnership with the Alliance Française Atlanta\, get ready to be part of the French Film Festival Atlanta’s Children’s Jury! \n\n\n\nKids ages 10-12 are invited to watch and judge a selection of short Francophone films\, each filled with creativity\, fun\, and powerful stories (movies are in French with English Subtitles). \n\n\n\nAs a jury member\, you’ll use your fresh perspective to choose the film that deserves the Children’s Award. Whether it’s a funny animation\, an exciting adventure\, or a touching tale\, your opinion counts. This is a unique chance to help pick the best short film for kids and celebrate Francophone cinema. \n\n\n\nThe movie receiving the Children Award will be screened at the French Film Festival Atlanta on April 5th\, 2025 at the Tara Theater. \n\n\n\nGrab your popcorn and join the fun! \n\n\n\nMANDATORY \n\n\n\n– Each children must be accompanied by a responsible adult guardian (over 21 years old) or a parent. \n\n\n\n– No more than 2 children per adult. \n\n\n\n– Guardians and parents must stay physically present for the duration of the event. No child can be left without the guardian or parent supervision. \n\n\n\nWHAT TO EXPECT \n\n\n\n10:30am: Doors open. Grab some snacks and refreshments in the kitchen. \n\n\n\n10:45am: We’ll start screening the pre-selected short movies (about 6 of them at this time) and chat in between each of them. \n\n\n\n12pm: You’ll vote for the Best Children Movie Award! And then\, we’ll have to keep it a secret until 04/05! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Info URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/best-short-film-childrens-award-atlanta-french-film-festival/ LOCATION:Alliance Française of Atlanta\, Colony Square\, Plaza level\, 1197 Peachtree St. N.E. \, Atlanta\, 30361\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Belgium,Canada,Culture,Festival,Film,France,Movie/Film,Senegal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Francaphonie-ATL-logo-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="Francophonie Atlanta":MAILTO:info@afatl.com GEO:33.7870109;-84.3828282 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Alliance Française of Atlanta Colony Square Plaza level 1197 Peachtree St. N.E. Atlanta 30361 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Colony Square\, Plaza level\, 1197 Peachtree St. N.E.:geo:-84.3828282,33.7870109 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250224T195358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T195402Z UID:10040574-1742641200-1742662800@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Northside St. Patrick's Festival by the Springs DESCRIPTION:Northside Irish Culture and Arts\, Inc. presents The 3rd Annual Northside Saint Patrick’s “Festival by the Springs”! \n\n\n\nA Family-friendly Festival in honor of Saint Patrick and all things Irish\, especially for all those in Sandy Springs and surrounding areas. The entertainment will feature Irish and Irish-themed music and dance from Burke Connolly Irish Dance\, The Roundabouts\, The Phoenix School of Irish Arts\, Drake Irish Dance\, and The Muckers\, as well as a traditional Irish “Session” and the North Springs High School Band!! \n\n\n\nThe surrounding areas of the beautiful Heritage Amphitheater will include a “Kids Korner\,” a variety of vendors offering Irish and other wares\, and Irish and other Food and Beverages for all to enjoy. \n\n\n\nMarch is Irish American Heritage Month\, keep the celebration going with a full afternoon of Irish-style funand entertainment!! No cost to attend\, donations appreciated. \n\n\n\nLocation: Entertainment Lawn at Heritage Sandy SpringsDate: Saturday March 22nd \, 2025Time: 11:00am – Vendor tents open and warm up act11:30 – Opening Ceremony12:00 – Music and DanceFestival closes at 5:00pm. \n\n\n\nFacebook –https://www.facebook.com/NorthsideStPatricksInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/northsidestpatricksX – @NorthsideStPatsWebsite: www.northsidestpatricks.comContact – office@northsidestpatricks.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Information URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/northside-st-patricks-festival-by-the-springs/ LOCATION:Heritage Sandy Springs Park\, 6110 Blue Stone Rd NE\, Sandy Springs\, GA\, 30328\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,Dance,Entertainment,Europe,Festival,Food,Fundraising,Holiday,Ireland,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/460447166_524427077001140_4943428286017786745_n.jpg GEO:33.9221089;-84.3823775 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Heritage Sandy Springs Park 6110 Blue Stone Rd NE Sandy Springs GA 30328 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6110 Blue Stone Rd NE:geo:-84.3823775,33.9221089 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250318T174515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T174518Z UID:10040588-1742662800-1742673600@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:United Barbadians in Georgia: Legacy Forum DESCRIPTION:Want to build wealth and secure your legacy in Barbados? \n\n\n\nJoin UBIG for an “in-fun-mational” with light bites and big fun. \n\n\n\nLearn from Barbadian experts about finance\, banking\, and the exciting new generational citizenship program. \n\n\n\n– Consul\, Mr. Shae Archer– Representatives from Barbados credit union \n\n\n\nContact info@ubig246.org for more information \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload Flyer URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/united-barbadians-in-georgia-legacy-forum/ LOCATION:Lou Walker Center\, 2538 Panola Road\, Stonecrest\, Georgia\, 30058\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/ubig-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T093000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250324T160243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T160403Z UID:10040606-1742977800-1742981400@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Connecting the Dots - Global Opportunities from Europe DESCRIPTION:A weekly discussion with the Global Opportunities Committee of the Atlanta Black Chambers regarding trade\, investment and partnerships around the globe. \n\n\n\nThis first installment of the recap series will focus on Germany and the Netherlands\, where you’ll gain: \n\n\n\n\nInsights from business leaders and entrepreneurs in Germany & the Netherlands\n\n\n\nTrade and investment opportunities in key European markets\n\n\n\nExclusive conversations with Black entrepreneurs thriving in German and Dutch business landscapes\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload Flyer URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/connecting-the-dots-global-opportunities-from-europe-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Germany,International Markets,Investment,Netherlands,Trade,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/GOC-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T200000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250321T164254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T170015Z UID:10040600-1743012000-1743019200@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:TAG's Fintech Society Presents: 'The Power of Resilience: A Women’s History Month Discussion' DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Women’s History Month by engaging in an important discussion on women’s leadership and the power of resilience. Our speakers will share how they’ve tackled challenges\, embraced change\, and grown into leadership roles. These conversations are vital for empowering more women in fintech and fostering a culture of perseverance and innovation in the industry. There will be ample time for networking as well. \n\n\n\nOnline registration will close by 5:00 PM on Mar. 25th. On-site registration is available after this time. On-site registration will have a price increase for Non-Members. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Info URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/tags-fintech-society-presents-the-power-of-resilience-a-womens-history-month-discussion/ LOCATION:Morris Manning & Martin\, LLP\, 1600 Atlanta Financial Center\, 11 th FL\, 3343 Peachtree Road NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30326\, United States CATEGORIES:Diversity and Inclusion,Fintech,Leadership,Networking,Women ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/TAG-Fintech.jpg GEO:33.8469436;-84.3667137 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Morris Manning & Martin LLP 1600 Atlanta Financial Center 11 th FL 3343 Peachtree Road NE Atlanta GA 30326 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1600 Atlanta Financial Center\, 11 th FL\, 3343 Peachtree Road NE:geo:-84.3667137,33.8469436 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250324T182324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T182327Z UID:10040608-1743076800-1743084000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:"Put yourself in my shoes": Writing\, Home\, and Displacement DESCRIPTION:The news is full of images and stories of people having to flee their homes because of war\, hunger\, or disease. Many of us have normalized the sight to such an extent that we barely notice it anymore. But what does it feel like to actually have to leave your home and everything – also often everyone – you love and care about behind? What would it feel like for all of us\, had we been forced to abandon our place of origin\, without the choice of going back? \n\n\n\nIn this writing workshop\, “Put yourself in my shoes”: Writing\, Home\, and Displacement\, participants will be led by Nicoletta Demetriou\, who will draw from her experience as a “refugee child\,” and as an ethnographer of the refugee condition\, to ask participants\, through a series of prompts and texts\, to reflect on these difficult issues\, put themselves in the shoes of a displaced person\, and write about it. \n\n\n\nNicoletta – an ethnomusicologist\, singer\, and writing coach from Cyprus – has been teaching similar writing workshops for Greek and Turkish Cypriots walking and writing together in Nicosia’s buffer zone for the past ten years. Writing becomes a means for people to express their feelings\, tell their story (first to themselves\, on the page\, and then to others)\, be heard\, but also listen to the stories of others. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited and registration is required. Snacks and drinks will be provided. The workshop will be held in the Board Room. \n\n\n\nFee: $30 for members\, $40 for nonmembers\, Free for Emory students.  \n\n\n\nAbout the Instructor:  \n\n\n\nNicoletta Demetriou was born and raised in Nicosia\, the divided capital of Cyprus. She studied music in Thessaloniki\, Vienna\, and London\, obtaining a PhD in Ethnomusicology from SOAS\, University of London. She subsequently studied for an MA in Life Writing at the University of East Anglia\, and has since combined her passion for music and writing in her teaching. From 2012 to 2019 she was research fellow in ethnomusicology and life writing at Wolfson College\, Oxford\, and tutor in narrative non-fiction on Oxford’s postgraduate program in Creative Writing. In 2017 she was a Visiting Fulbright Scholar at the Interdisciplinary Center for Hellenic Studies at Stockton University\, NJ\, and in 2019 a Visiting Fellow at the Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies at Princeton. Since 2022\, she has been director of Cyprus Music Archive\, The Writing Room (a community writing space in Nicosia)\, and Topos Retreat (a writing retreat on the mountains of Cyprus). \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/put-yourself-in-my-shoes-writing-home-and-displacement/ LOCATION:Emory Michael C. Carlos Museum\, 571 South Kilgo Cir NE\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30322 CATEGORIES:Arts & Humanities,turkey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Emory-Museum-Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034344 CREATED:20250322T202847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T134525Z UID:10040605-1743177600-1743188400@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:CIBER GROW Connect - Fireside Chat & Networking DESCRIPTION:The GROW Connect at Georgia State University is an annual gathering of leading business professionals and academic experts\, fostering a thought-provoking dialogue on the evolving landscape of sustainability\, ethics\, and ESG (Environmental\, Social\, and Governance) in international business. \n\n\n\nThis year\, the symposium will explore the intersection of geopolitics\, corporate sustainability\, and accountability\, examining how businesses navigate ethical challenges\, regulatory shifts\, and global market disruptions. A key objective is to explore how these dynamics influence corporate decision-making and sustainability efforts\, while strengthening collaboration between industry and academia. \n\n\n\nGUEST SPEAKERS: \n\n\n\nANU PIDURU \n\n\n\nAnu Piduru is the Senior Director of Sustainability at Carter’s\, the largest branded marketer in North America of baby and children’s apparel. She leads Carter’s environmental sustainability strategy and also heads the company’s ESG reporting efforts. Over the course of Anu’s nearly 20-year career\, she has amassed sustainability and environmental compliance experience in the aviation and retail industries\, including waste reduction and management and decarbonization. Prior to her role at Carter’s\, she worked in sustainability and environmental compliance for Delta Air Lines for nearly 15 years. She has served her local community as a board member for organizations focused on water resource preservation and landfill diversion. She is currently on the board for Atlanta’s LiveThrive organization\, which owns and operates the Centers for Hard to Recycle Materials\, and she serves on the Executive Committee for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s annual Light the Night walk in Atlanta. Anu earned her BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering and has been dedicated to the environment from a young age. \n\n\n\nJORDAN SIEGEL \n\n\n\nJordan Siegel is a Professor of Strategy at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business. Professor Siegel is also a Research Fellow at the William Davidson Institute and an Associate-in-Research at the Harvard Korea Institute of the Harvard Asia Center. \n\n\n\nProfessor Siegel specializes in the study of how companies gain competitive advantage through their global strategy. Professor Siegel finds that there are numerous opportunities for companies to attain superior sustainable corporate performance through creative strategies for corporate governance and human resource management. \n\n\n\nA set of studies written by Professor Siegel explores how companies borrow\, leverage\, and arbitrage institutions across borders as a means of attaining long-term competitive advantage. By institutions Professor Siegel refers to the formal and informal rules of the game that affect companies’ competitive behavior and resource access. Formal institutions include corporate\, securities\, and bankruptcy law; informal institutions include a society’s cultural stance toward meritocracy and egalitarianism. (While a thorough list of rules of the game might be near-infinite\, Professor Siegel concentrates on those that directly affect governance of companies.) The main idea is that companies—even single-country-focused companies—exhibit a surprising ability to attain competitive advantage via their choices of other countries’ institutions. \n\n\n\nAnother set of studies written by Professor Siegel and his coauthors shows that companies can make their approach to the labor market a core component of their competitive advantage. The goal has been to examine whether the hiring and promotion of female managers leads to improved corporate performance\, whether foreign multinationals disproportionately engage in the hiring and promotion of female managers\, and whether foreign multinationals act differently in the hiring and promotion of senior female managers in Japan and South Korea compared to what they do at home. Overall\, the results show that foreign multinationals have been the most active in both Japan and South Korea in exploiting the social bias and hiring and promoting women to senior management positions. Professor Siegel and his coauthors argue based on panel analysis with company fixed effects\, and based on systematically ruling out alternative explanations\, that the aggressive application of this outsider’s advantage has led to demonstrable improvements in performance over time for foreign multinationals in Japan and South Korea. Moreover\, this source of competitive advantage is not short-lived\, but appears to be as much as a decade-long opportunity. \n\n\n\nProfessor Siegel’s work has been published in Management Science\, Administrative Science Quarterly\, the Strategic Management Journal\, Organization Science\, the Journal of Financial Economics\, the Review of Financial Studies\, the Journal of Comparative Economics\, and the Journal of Economic Literature. \n\n\n\nSEBASTIAN VAN DER VEGT \n\n\n\nSebastian Van Der Vegt is a global strategist and founding partner at WMBV Consulting\, with over two decades of experience helping organizations expand across international markets. A former Coca-Cola executive and United Nations professional\, he has led award-winning initiatives in sustainability\, corporate communications\, and brand strategy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ciber-grow-connect-fireside-chat-networking/ LOCATION:Maggiano’s Little Italy\, Francesca Room\, 2nd floor\, 3368 Peachtree Road\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30326 CATEGORIES:Business,Education,Featured,Geopolitics,Networking,Sustainability ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/GSU-Ciber-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T213000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034345 CREATED:20250227T171706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T201627Z UID:10040575-1743190200-1743197400@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Monteverdi Vespers with Cathedral of St. Philip Choirs and Atlanta Baroque Orchestra DESCRIPTION:This may well be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Atlantans to hear the Monteverdi Vespers performed live by virtuoso soloists\, multiple choirs\, and expert period instrumentalists in acoustical and aesthetic surroundings similar to those for which it was written. Come and be swept away by one of the transformative works in the entire history of music\, and marvel at this kaleidoscopic work of sonic grandeur\, extraordinary virtuosity\, constant changes in color and performing forces\, compositional brilliance\, originality\, and ravishing beauty\, as Monteverdi ushers music from the Renaissance to the Baroque. \n\n\n\nSoloists: \n\n\n\n\nMargaret Carpenter Haigh\, soprano\n\n\n\nAndrea Walker\, soprano\n\n\n\nThomas Cooley\, tenor \n\n\n\nRichard Pittsinger\, tenor\n\n\n\nSumner Thompson\, baritone/tenor\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets: Friday\, March 28 \n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets: Saturday\, March 29 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore details and all concerts URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/monteverde-vespers-with-cathedral-of-st-philip-choirs-and-atlanta-baroque-orchestra/ LOCATION:The Cathedral of St Philip\, 2744 Peachtree Rd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Europe,Featured,Italy,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Cathedral-ABO-Logos.png GEO:33.8314983;-84.3856497 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Cathedral of St Philip 2744 Peachtree Rd NW Atlanta GA 30305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2744 Peachtree Rd NW:geo:-84.3856497,33.8314983 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T110000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034345 CREATED:20250318T151356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T151400Z UID:10040586-1743238800-1743246000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Atlanta International School: Sandy Springs Campus Admissions Event DESCRIPTION:Meet the leadership team\, students\, and experience the incredible AIS welcome. \n\n\n\nSecondary School students and families are welcome. \n\n\n\nNestled along the Chattahoochee River in the heart of Sandy Springs\, AIS’s I25-acre campus is where nature meets world-class education. Experience the renowned Atlanta International School community\, with innovative IB programs and a global perspective\, giving students the opportunity to thrive. \n\n\n\nSubmit your application for Sandy Springs Campus:Grades 7-12\, Boarding and Day \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/atlanta-international-school-sandy-springs-campus-admissions-event/ LOCATION:AIS Sandy Springs Campus\, 1701 Brandon Hall Drive\, Sandy Springs\, Georgia\, 30350\, United States CATEGORIES:Africa,Art,Asia,Canada,Culture,Education,Europe,Featured,Latin America,Middle East / North Africa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/AIS-Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T160000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034345 CREATED:20250215T175036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T175328Z UID:10040562-1743256800-1743264000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:An Afternoon of International Tea DESCRIPTION:AMIS Atlanta hosts An Afternoon of International Tea\, a celebration of international friendship that brings together new and longtime supporters to foster hospitality\, cross-cultural exchange\, and connection with international students. \n\n\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to sample a variety of international teas and beverages\, paired with delicious refreshments prepared and presented by AMIS international students. The event will feature cultural and artistic presentations from around the world\, highlighting the diverse backgrounds of the students involved. A silent auction of tea-themed items will be held to support AMIS Atlanta’s mission. Guests will also learn about the organization’s work and receive a commemorative gift. \n\n\n\nThis event offers a unique opportunity to engage with talented international students\, who represent the next generation of global leaders\, while enjoying an afternoon of culture\, connection\, and hospitality. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload Flyer URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/an-afternoon-of-international-tea-2/ LOCATION:North Avenue Presbyterian Church\, 607 Peachtree Street Northeast\, Atlanta\, GA\, United States CATEGORIES:Culture,Food,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Event-Calendar-Logos-27.png GEO:33.7709437;-84.3844309 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=North Avenue Presbyterian Church 607 Peachtree Street Northeast Atlanta GA United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=607 Peachtree Street Northeast:geo:-84.3844309,33.7709437 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034345 CREATED:20250227T172045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T201629Z UID:10040576-1743260400-1743267600@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Monteverdi Vespers with Cathedral of St. Philip Choirs and Atlanta Baroque Orchestra DESCRIPTION:This may well be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Atlantans to hear the Monteverdi Vespers performed live by virtuoso soloists\, multiple choirs\, and expert period instrumentalists in acoustical and aesthetic surroundings similar to those for which it was written. Come and be swept away by one of the transformative works in the entire history of music\, and marvel at this kaleidoscopic work of sonic grandeur\, extraordinary virtuosity\, constant changes in color and performing forces\, compositional brilliance\, originality\, and ravishing beauty\, as Monteverdi ushers music from the Renaissance to the Baroque. \n\n\n\nSoloists: \n\n\n\n\nMargaret Carpenter Haigh\, soprano\n\n\n\nAndrea Walker\, soprano\n\n\n\nThomas Cooley\, tenor \n\n\n\nRichard Pittsinger\, tenor\n\n\n\nSumner Thompson\, baritone/tenor\n\n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets: Friday\, March 28 \n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets: Saturday\, March 29 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore details and all concerts URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/monteverdes-vespers-with-cathedral-of-st-philip-choirs-and-atlanta-baroque-orchestra/ LOCATION:The Cathedral of St Philip\, 2744 Peachtree Rd NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Europe,Featured,Italy,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Cathedral-ABO-Logos.png GEO:33.8314983;-84.3856497 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Cathedral of St Philip 2744 Peachtree Rd NW Atlanta GA 30305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2744 Peachtree Rd NW:geo:-84.3856497,33.8314983 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T183000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034345 CREATED:20250324T180636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T180812Z UID:10040607-1743267600-1743273000@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:A Musical Journey to Cyprus: Traditional Songs of Love\, Sorrow\, and Hope DESCRIPTION:Throughout history\, Cyprus has been variously described as ‘the island of love’\, ‘the birthplace of Aphrodite’\, ‘the blessed isle’\, ‘the land of lemon and olive trees’\, among many other things. But in the past half century\, Cyprus has also been known as a land of pain and sorrow; an island of division and loss. \n\n\n\nOn this ‘Musical Journey to Cyprus\,’ Nicoletta Demetriou (voice)\, Nikitas Tampakis (viola)\, Roger Mgrdichian (oud)\, and Panayotis League (laouto and perscussion) explore this varied identity\, as expressed through the island’s music and song. \n\n\n\nJoin these accomplished musicians on an imaginary journey to Cyprus\, as they sing about the joys and intricacies of love\, the pain and sorrow of loss\, and the hope for better days to come. \n\n\n\nThis program is free and open to the public. Registration is required.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/a-musical-journey-to-cyprus-traditional-songs-of-love-sorrow-and-hope/ LOCATION:Ackerman Hall – Michael C. Carlos Museum\, 571 South Kilgo Cir NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30322\, United States CATEGORIES:Art & History,Arts & Humanities,Concert,Entertainment,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/Emory-Museum-Logo.png GEO:33.7903529;-84.3243218 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ackerman Hall – Michael C. Carlos Museum 571 South Kilgo Cir NE Atlanta GA 30322 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=571 South Kilgo Cir NE:geo:-84.3243218,33.7903529 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T230000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034345 CREATED:20250310T164609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T182647Z UID:10040585-1743271200-1743289200@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Villa Albertine - Night of Ideas DESCRIPTION:This year\, Night of Ideas Atlanta explores the literal and metaphorical meanings of this year’s theme “Common Ground\,” questioning how we live in cities and embrace the diversity of worlds. The evening includes an impressive lineup of 25+ speakers and artists\, including:  \n\n\n\n\nMusicians & sound artists like Stefan Ringer\, T.I.E\, Marquinn Mason\, as well as 2CUBES by Henrik von Coler & Hyunkyung Shin\n\n\n\nAcclaimed WABE journalist Rose Scott \n\n\n\nCurators TK Smith\, Pierre SingaravĂ©lou & Miranda Kyle\n\n\n\nVisual artists like Gyun Hur & Nicole Kang Ahn\n\n\n\nAI experts Gil Weinberg\, Ben Miller and others from the Atlanta Interdisciplinary AI Network \n\n\n\nCultural institution leaders Alban Corbier-Labasse & Miya Bailey\n\n\n\nWriters and researchers such as Walid Hajar Rachedi\, Mame-Fatou Niang & Illya Davis \n\n\n\nNonprofit and business leaders such as Jacqui Chew\, Gigi Pedraza\, Saba Long & Anne Archer Dennington\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about the People of Night of Ideas 2025. \n\n\n\nNight of Ideas Atlanta is presented by Villa Albertine and the Goat Farm\, in partnership with WABE\, with support from the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs\, and in collaboration with ASHA Advisory.  \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. \n\n\n\nPaid parking on site. Rideshare encouraged. \n\n\n\nSee the schedule>> \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Info & Register URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/villa-albertine-night-of-ideas/ LOCATION:The Goat Farm\, 1200 Foster St NW\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30318 CATEGORIES:Author Talks,Business,Climate Change,Communities,Culture,Digitalization,Diversity and Inclusion,Education,Europe,Food,France,Global Affairs,Health,Music,Networking,Policy,Technology ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/villa-albertine-events-logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T034345 CREATED:20250224T185844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T154810Z UID:10040571-1743274800-1743274800@www.globalatlanta.com SUMMARY:Tarta Relena - Folk Duo at SCADshow DESCRIPTION:Catalan folk duo Tarta Relena make their Atlanta debut here at SCADshow. This innovative vocal project born in 2016\, dedicate their sound to exploring the rich tapestry of a cappella music with roots stretching across the Mediterranean and a unique repertoire that spans from traditional oral music to original compositions. Renowned for their captivating live performances\, Tarta Relena has enchanted audiences at festivals like SĂłnar\, Le Guess Who?\, Mutek\, Big Ears\, and Primavera Sound.  \n\n\n\nPresenting their latest album És pregunta\, which flirts with the notion of tragic thinking: diverse characters who find themselves facing unstoppable consequences\, known and unknown at the same time. A conceptual journey through fate\, knowledge\, and the struggle to reconcile our future selves with present realities. Capturing the tension and enigma of the unknown through a musical and lyrical exploration\, inviting listeners into a world where traditional boundaries are transcended. Join us on a journey through the mysteries of existence\, portrayed through the intimate and profound medium of voice.  \n\n\n\nTickets are $10 for SCAD Card holders; $15 for senior\, military and alumni; and $25 for the general public. For more information\, and to purchase tickets\, visit scadshow@scad.edu.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/tarta-relena-folk-duo-at-scadshow/ LOCATION:SCADshow Stage 2\, 1470 Spring St. NW\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, 30309 CATEGORIES:Art,Culture,Entertainment,Europe,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.globalatlanta.com/wp-content/uploads/SCAD-logo.png ORGANIZER;CN="SCADshow":MAILTO:scadshow@scad.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR