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SUMMARY:Investing in Colombia: Nearshoring & Economic Incentives in Manufacturing\, Technology\, Infrastructure\, and Energy Industries
DESCRIPTION:Burr & Forman\, ProColombia\, and Posse Herrera Ruiz are hosting a webinar\, “Investing in Colombia: Nearshoring & Economic Incentives in Manufacturing\, Technology\, Infrastructure\, and Energy Industries“\, on Wednesday\, April 21 at 12:30 PM. \nMODERATOR:\nErich N. Durlacher\nPresident and Creditors’ Rights & Bankruptcy Partner\, Burr & Forman \n\n\n  \n  \n\nPRESENTERS:\nFrancisco Santos Calderón\nAmbassador of Colombia to the United States \n  \n  \n  \nJavier Urrutia Escobar\nDirector of FDI with ProColombia \n  \n  \n  \nÓscar Tutasaura\nPartner\, Posse Herrera Ruiz \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/investing-in-colombia-nearshoring-economic-incentives-in-manufacturing-technology-infrastructure-and-energy-industries-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development,Trade
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SUMMARY:Executive Series webinar: Reflections on the U.S. Higher Education System & International Students Enrollment
DESCRIPTION:Join UIBS and GT CIBER for their Executives Series Webinar. During this event you will learn about and discuss: \n\nThe impact of the pandemic – Recovery and Predictions for Fall 21\nImmigration Policy Impacts on Higher Education\nNew Trends on Higher Ed Transformation\nThe key vision of the overall transformation plan\n\nAgenda:\nFirst Session: Speaker Remarks \n\n Dr. Sandra Jordan\, Chancellor\, the University of South Carolina Aiken\nDr. Yves H. Berthelot\, President\, Georgia Tech-Lorraine\, Vice Provost for International Initiatives\nMs. Melissa Torres\, President & CEO\, The Forum on Education Abroad\n\nSecond Session: Fire-side Chat/Q&A \n\nDr. Sandra Jordan • Dr. Yves H. Berthelot • Ms. Melissa Torres • Dr. John McIntyre • Mr. Ani Agnihotri\n\nSpeakers:\nDr. Sandra Jordan \nChancellor\, the University of South Carolina Aiken \n  \n  \n  \nDr. Yves H. Berthelot \nPresident\, Georgia Tech- Lorraine\, Vice Provost for International Initiatives \n  \n  \n  \nMs. Melissa Torres \nPresident & CEO of The Forum on Education Abroad \n  \n  \n  \nDr. John McIntyre \nProfessor of Management and International Affairs\nExecutive Director\, Georgia Tech Center for International Business Education& Research\nScheller College of Business\, Georgia Institute of Technology (Ga Tech) \n  \nMr. Ani Agnihotri \nCo-Founder and CEO\, Marshall Automation America\, Inc.\nManaging Partner\, USIBRC & Co-Founder\, UIBS \n  \n  \nFor more information contact: ani@usaindiabusinesssummit.com
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/executive-series-webinar-reflections-on-the-u-s-higher-education-system-international-students-enrollment/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education,Travel
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SUMMARY:Earth Day - Tree Planting Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday the 22nd Partners in Action for Healthy Living (PAHL) is partnering with the consulate generals that represent The European Union in the Southeast for Earth Day 2021. Dignitaries representing the Kingdom of the Netherlands\, Ireland\, Belgium\, Greece\, France\, and Germany will join to commemorate this occasion. They will plant a tree for Earth Day and they will also present and place a plaque. \nPartners in Action for Healthy Living has formed a strategic partnership with the Consulates of the European Union in Metro Atlanta to promote sustainability\, agriculture technology\, and healthy living. Their Earth Day celebration will be a demonstration of unity and support from their European partners. They will utilize this partnership to help them meet the Sustainable Development Goals adopted by United Nations Member States in 2015; the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. They address the global challenges we face\, including poverty\, inequality\, climate change\, environmental degradation\, peace\, and justice. PAHL’s mission-driven work represents seven distinct goals. \nIf you have any requests\, questions\, or concerns; please contact the Board Chair\, Tonya Hicks\, at 404-268-2768 or tonya@pahlga.org. You can also contact the Executive Director\, Vanessa Parker at 404-777-9449 or vanessa@pahlga.org.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/earth-day-tree-planting-ceremony/
LOCATION:Belvedere Peace Garden\, 1679 Columbia Drive\, Decatur\, GA 30032\, Belvedere Peace Garden 1679 Columbia Drive\, Decatur\, GA\, 30032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Diplomacy
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SUMMARY:Virtual Upcycling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tired of your old T-shirts taking up drawer space? How about turning them into a shopping bag! \nIn accordance with this year’s theme “Restore Our Earth” the German Consulate General in Atlanta and the DIY Academy in Cologne have partnered up and are organizing a virtual Upcycling Workshop on Earth Day\, April 22\, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. \nRegistered participants will be provided with a list of materials that they will need in order to participate in the live upcycling demos. They are easy to follow and suitable for all ages. Get your glue and scissors and your “upcycling materials” (which others would call waste) and get creative! \nReserve your spot today for a fun crafts session and to gather some interesting insights into recycling initiatives in Germany and to receive some valuable life hacks which will help you avoid waste in the future! \nBecause: A healthy planet is not an option – it is a necessity. \nThey are looking forward to seeing you all virtually on April 22!
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/virtual-upcycling-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sustainability
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SUMMARY:Atlanta Global Studies Symposium: Peace\, Justice\, and Strong Communities for Ethnolinguistic Populations in and from Burma/Myanmar (UN SDG#16)
DESCRIPTION:At this featured event of the Atlanta Global Studies Symposium\, participants will learn about the crisis in Myanmar/Burma from trusted experts and hear from activists about the reality of human rights violations against the Karen and Rohingya and the challenges of refugees. How do we put pressure on international and U.S. leaders and policymakers to protect human rights\, support the movement for a genuine democracy in Myanmar/Burma\, and address humanitarian needs? \nModerator: Myra Dahgaypaw\, Managing Director\, U.S. Campaign for Burma \nPanelists:\nDr. Kyle Anderson\, Senior Director of Global Engagement\, Clemson University\nEh Nay Thaw\, Advocacy Coordinator for the Karen Organization of America\nAyub Mohammed\, Founder and President\, Burmese Rohingya Community of Georgia\nDr. Wakar Uddin\, Founding Chairman of Burmese Rohingya Association of North America and Professor\, Pennsylvania State University
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/atlanta-global-studies-symposium-peace-justice-and-strong-communities-for-ethnolinguistic-populations-in-and-from-burma-myanmar-un-sdg16/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Humanitarian
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SUMMARY:TAG Supply Chain Presents: How Digital Twins Clear the Path to Productivity
DESCRIPTION:Learn how digital twins help movers and producers expertly navigate the complexities of new robotic and automated systems. You should attend if your market includes consumer products\, logistics & warehousing\, food & beverage\, automotive\, and e-commerce. Where companies in the past have died on the bleeding edge\, digit twins help identify and avoid costly errors before they occur. \nSpeakers:\nRichard Schrade\nCo-Founder and President\nAutomation Intelligence \n  \n  \nLeon F. McGinnis\nProfessor Emeritus\, Stewart School of Industrial & Systems Engineering\nGeorgia Institute of Technology \n  \n  \nGreg Brown\nVice President of Strategy and R&D – Advanced Technology Group\nUPS \n  \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/tag-supply-chain-presents-how-digital-twins-clear-the-path-to-productivity/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business
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SUMMARY:Design = Change: Methane Studios on Where Art Meets Music
DESCRIPTION:On April 22nd\, join the Museum of Design Atlanta as they speak with the illustration and design studio co-founded by Mark McDevitt and Robert Lee\, Methane Studios\, about their work designing gig posters\, visual expressions of music that spark conversation\, and evoke feelings. \nAbout Methane Studios \nMethane Studios is an illustration and design studio co-founded by Mark McDevitt and Robert Lee. The team met at the Columbus College of Art and Design\, where they both majored in illustration. After graduating in 1989\, the two moved from Ohio to Atlanta\, where they worked as illustrators for various companies. In 1998 they founded their studio with a focus on screen-printed gig posters for touring bands. Their styles combine vintage aesthetic and contemporary design showcasing strong narrative and bold\, imaginative imagery. In addition to limited edition posters and art design\, Methane Studios has a variety of custom items available for purchase in stores in Georgia\, Florida\, Illinois\, New York\, and Tennessee\, including coasters\, tote bags\, hats\, greeting cards\, jotters\, tea towels and more. Their first book\, 21st Century Schizoid Brand\, is a retrospective of Methane Studios’ work from 1998-2020.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/design-change-methane-studios-on-where-art-meets-music/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Arts & Humanities
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SUMMARY:The Future of Global Diplomacy around the World in the Biden Era
DESCRIPTION:At this featured event of the Atlanta Global Studies Symposium\, dignitaries contextualize U.S. diplomacy and recent events in their respective regions of the world\, share insights about the U.S. relationship with their countries specifically\, and give audiences a glimpse of what to expect from the Biden administration in the next four years. \nPanelists:\nConsul of Greece in Atlanta\, Theodoros Dimopoulos\nConsul General of Brazil in Atlanta\, Carlos Henrique Moojen de Abreu e Silva\nAmbassador and Deputy Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations\, Louise Blais \nJoin us from 1-2:30 in the afternoon to continue the discussion about global diplomacy around the world with expert faculty from Georgia State University’s global and regional centers. \nFaculty from GSU Regional Centers of Expertise:\nDr. Allen Fromherz\, Director\, Middle East Studies Center\nDr. Louis Ruprecht\, Director\, Center for Hellenic Studies\nDr. Ryan Carlin\, Director\, Center for Human Rights and Democracy\nDr. Leslie Marsh\, Director\, Center for Latin American and Latinx Studies\nDr. Charles Hankla\, Associate Professor; Affiliate\, Asian Studies Center \nModerator: Dr. Anthony Lemieux
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-future-of-global-diplomacy-around-the-world-in-the-biden-era/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Diplomacy
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SUMMARY:Atlanta Global Studies Symposium: Keynote Speaker\, Dr. Sheila S. Walker
DESCRIPTION:In the closing keynote address of the Atlanta Global Studies Symposium\, co-sponsored by Race Beyond Borders\, Sheila S. Walker\, a cultural anthropologist and documentary filmmaker\, will describe the fascinating and sometimes surprising connections between people and cultures of the Global African Diaspora. Walker’s most recent documentary\, “Familiar Faces/Unexpected Places: A Global African Diaspora\,” was shown at the United Nations as the 2018 Black History Month program for the UN International Decade for People of African Descent 2015-2024 and was sent for showings at UN Information Centers in the Americas\, Africa\, Asia and the Pacific\, and Europe. Dr. Walker’s celebration of race and culture as they are experienced outside of the U.S. will leave the audience inspired to consider their own roots and connections to the world and to each other. \nModerator: Dr. Pushpa Parekh\, Chair of African Diaspora and the World Program\, Spelman College \n*Guests who register will receive a password-protected link to Familiar Faces; Unexpected Places: A Global African Diaspora.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/atlanta-global-studies-symposium-keynote-speaker-dr-sheila-s-walker/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Culture
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SUMMARY:Ghanaian Women’s Association of Georgia 6th Annual Maternity Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ghanaian Women’s Association of Georgia for their 6th annual maternity fundraiser in support of maternity care in underserved communities in Ghana. \nHighlights:\nDJ Ekow Fisho (My Star Radio) \nAndrew Kwasi Asare – Ghana Kente Artisan \nCultural dance performances by Dancing with Delight \nRaffle draw with fun prizes \nBeneficiary Hospitals\nEastern Regional Hospital – Koforidua \nTakoradi Hospital \nDansoman Clinic – Dansoman\, Accra \nGuest Speakers:\nCamille Davis-Williams\, MD\, FACOG \nBoard-Certified ObGyn in Atlanta\, GA \nDr. Camille Davis-Williams received her bachelor of science from Emory University and completed her medical degree and residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at the Emory University School of Medicine. She is a board-certified OB/GYN and a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (FACOG). \nSince 1987\, Dr. Davis-Williams has provided healthcare for women in the metro Atlanta area through her private practice\, Greater Atlanta Women’s Healthcare. As a native of Georgia\, she understands that improving the health of women in our community directly impacts the health of our men and children. \nDr. Davis-Williams has received many citations and accolades. She is a member of the Academy of Women Achievers for the YWCA of Greater Atlanta. She is listed as one of the “Best Doctors in America” as a result of a national survey of physicians that honors about 5% of all doctors in the US. She received the coveted Physician of the Year award from the Atlanta Medical Association and has been cited as a notable woman in Georgia’s History: Pioneer in Health Care by the Secretary of the State of Georgia. In 2019\, Dr Davis-Williams received the Nash Carter Award from the Atlanta Medical Association. The AMA\, established in 1890\, is one of the oldest organizations for African American physicians in the nation and the Nash Carter Award is the highest honor that can bestowed upon a member. \nAn active participant in her community\, Dr. Davis-Williams has fulfilled several professional appointments as a consultant and served as an elected delegate from the 4th Congressional District of Georgia to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte\, NC in 2012. She is married with a son and daughter and enjoys traveling and spending quality time with family and friends. \nOrganizational Leadership Memberships \n\nAssociate Chief of the Department of OB/GYN for Emory University Hospital Midtown\nClinical Associate Professor for the Emory University School of Medicine\nEmory Healthcare Network – Board\nEmory Crawford Long Community Physicians\nMorehouse School of Medicine – Board of Trustees\nAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists\nMedical Association of Georgia\nNational Medical Association\nGeorgia State Medical Association\nAtlanta Medical Association\nAdvisory Board of the Georgia Obstetrical and Gynecological Society\n\nKwasi Asare\, Master Weaver \nKwasi Asare is a Master weaver who markets exquisite and unique kente weavings worldwide. \nHis father\, Mr. A.E. Asare\, who was also a Master weaver\, was commissioned to design a kente weaving in 1960 three years after Ghana’s independence. This piece was presented by Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah( First President of Ghana) to the United Nations. \nIn 1995\, during the 50th Anniversary of the United Nations\, Kwasi was invited to present a kente to replace the original one made by his father. This splendid piece presently hangs at the East Wing of the United Nations Headquarters in New York. \nHe has traveled extensively giving presentations and workshops in kente weaving. In the United States of America\, he has visited places such as the Smithsonian Institution in Washington DC\, Hampton University in Virginia as well as Tuskegee University in Alabama. He has also had the opportunity of showcasing kente weaving alongside the Navajo weaving tradition in Denver Colorado. \nKwasi had his education at Achimota School and holds a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Hertfordshire in the UK. He tutors Mathematics in addition to maintaining the weaving tradition. \nDJ Fisho \nAngelo Ekow Akyeampong\, aka DJ Ekow Fisho\, is a professor of Communication Studies and Cyber- Security Analyst in the Washington DC area. His love for music and connecting with people fashioned his hobby of disc jockeying into a career that spans hosting shows on Sunshine Radio which later became Choice FM\, and My Star Radio. During the 2020 Covid 19 pandemic when the world got quiet and isolated\, his friends started reaching out to him asking for his DJ-ing presence on Facebook.  Wanting to be a part of the solution on how WE collectively quarantine in isolation\, he decided to use music to keep in touch with friends and to entertain them.  On April 5\, 2020\, the first show aired with the theme\, Music for Your Quarantined Feet (MQF). \nMQF reunited friends and provided some solace at a time when most countries around the world went on lockdown to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. The world latched on to MQF\, and catapulted it into a serious music program\, comparable to any show hosted on traditional radio. Every Sunday evening for two hours\, at 4 p.m.  MQF feeds its audience with old school music and Afro beats and the virtual community of hundreds of people around the world creatively bands together to connect\, celebrate\, and heal. The show has also garnered attention from celebrities with guest appearances from Samini the first guest artiste to be featured\, to the music maestro Kojo Antwi\, DJ Fisho provides a platform for patrons to get closer to their favorite artists for free. \nMQF was meant to be a channel of entertainment and fun for friends and classmates all over the world but the virtual show has grown to become more than just a Disc Jockey playing music to thrill his audience. Unsolicited\, donations of gratitude from viewers began to pour in.  Fisho and his wife were overwhelmed by this show of generosity and gratitude\, and so they decided to pay it forward\, by donating the monies to worthy causes.  Frontline workers in the Maryland area received donations of masks\, sanitizers\, gloves and food to help in the fight against COVID-19 and\, as more cash was received\, the gesture was extended to facilities in Ghana. \nSo far\, he has donated to six locations in the state of Maryland and to the Legon Hospital\, his family hospital in Ghana\, the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC)\, the LEKMA Hospital at Teshie\, the Ga East Hospital\, and the Tamale Teaching Hospital.  Each week\, the selected facilities are provided with hot packed lunch and drinks for about 60 persons. MQF is bringing smiles to the faces of many frontline health workers who are sacrificing to ensure that we win the battle against the pandemic. \nBeing able to give back through music and beyond is a blessing and an honor for him. Whether the virtual show will continue after the quarantine\, remains to be seen. but as of now\, you can subscribe to his channel on YouTube (Ekow Fisho) for updates about any and everything new. \nMarjy Marj \nAuthor\, Consultant\, Speaker\, Visionary \nMarjorie Boafo Appiah aka Marjy Marj is a visionary\, management consultant\, author and speaker. She has leveraged her public speaking experience to fundraise for organizations and to empower communities. She is a sought-after speaker who keeps the crowd entertained and engaged at all times. \nMarjy is the founder of Innovation Abound – a company that gives creative ideas the opportunity and resources to flourish. \nAs a community leader\, Marjy is the vice chairman of the Hub City Writers Project Board of Directors.  She also serves as a Trustee at the Charles Lea Center Foundation\, The Spartanburg Regional Foundation and Spartanburg Day School. Marjy was recently named as co-chair of Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion at Spartanburg Day. In the past\, she has worked with the American Red Cross\, Women Giving for Spartanburg and The National Kidney Foundation to promote the organizations’ core values. \nAs the founder of Girls for STEAM\, and a literary advocate\, Marjy believes in the importance of representation in literature. In 2015\, she partnered with her family and friends to launch the Giving Book Day program. As a result\, she collaborates with schools\, bookstores and publishing houses to distribute books to school aged children. Giving Book Day enlarged its footprint by partnering with Project Lit Ghana and Ghanaian schools to gift books by authors of African descent to children and young adults in Ghana. The project is ongoing. Other partners in the reading initiative include Barnes and Noble\, Hub City Bookshop\, Leadership Spartanburg and benefactors from the Clear the List movement. \nMarjy is the author of The Shimmigrant and Same Elephants.\nHer novel\, The Shimmigrant\, debuted as a number 1 new release in 2019. \nSame Elephants debuted as a top 10 release in March 2020. \nMarjy is the host of Humanity Chats\, a show about everyday issues impacting humans. \nSubscribe to the PODCAST \nFor additional uplifting content\, reviews and to learn about Marjy’s books\, visit Marjy TV.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ghanaian-womens-association-of-georgia-6th-annual-maternity-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health,Medicine
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SUMMARY:Ode to International Poetry
DESCRIPTION:THE NEWNESS OF SPRING HAS SPRUNG!\n\n\nIntercultural Atlanta began in 2014 and has been providing professional development and networking opportunities for a membership of more than 300 intercultural professionals and enthusiasts. With the spring season upon us\, comes a new name: \n Welcome  “SIETAR ATLANTA”! \nSociety for Intercultural Education\, Training\, and Research (SIETAR) is an international organization that hosts an active presence of Interculturalists in various local communities across the country and around the world. SIETAR ATLANTA would like to celebrate its beginnings during the National Poetry Month by inviting interculturalist/diversity/social justice poets\, performers\, and listeners to a poetry and spoken word event. \nShare the celebration by bringing your wonderful talent to their April 24th opening event from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. \nEach person is allotted up to five minutes of open mic and there are limited slots available. Poetry should be focused on the themes of intercultural\, diversity\, and social justice. \nSign up for open mic at sietaratl@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ode-to-international-poetry/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Culture,Diversity and Inclusion,Virtual Exchange
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SUMMARY:Book Talk: Hin Bredendieck: From Aurich to Atlanta
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe Georgia Tech Library welcomes Gloria Köepnick and Rainer Stamm in conversation with Dean Leslie Sharp for a lively discussion of their 2020 book Hin Bredendieck: From Aurich to Atlanta. This event is free and open to all. \n\nAbout the book: Hin Bredendieck (1904–95) graduated from the Bauhaus and was a versatile designer and pioneering teacher of design. A native of Aurich\, in East Friesland in Germany\, he was a student at the Bauhaus in Dessau from 1927 to 1930. During his time as a student there\, Bredendieck worked with Marianne Brandt to design famous lamps such as the “Kandem Bedside Table Lamp\,” which can be found on display at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. In 1937\, Bredendieck emigrated to the United States\, where he was appointed as a teacher at the New Bauhaus Chicago. From there\, he moved on to become the founding director of the Institute for Industrial Design at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta\, and from this perch he established himself as one of the most influential mediators of Bauhaus ideas in America in the postwar years. \n\n\nThis richly illustrated volume showcases Bredendieck’s life and work in lavish detail. Highlighting the breadth of his global network and the wide range of artworks he created\, it is a fitting monument to an important artist\, and ambassador\, of the Bauhaus. \n\nFrom Aurich to Atlanta is a new exhibition at the Georgia Tech Library\, which showcases the life and work of Bauhaus-educated designer Hin Bredendieck. It runs from March 22 through May 31\, with three virtual events planned in March and April. \n\n\nA 1930 graduate of the famed Bauhaus School of Design in Germany\, Bredendieck was a student and colleague of design luminaries such as Walter Gropius\, Paul Klee\, and Laslo Moholy-Nagy.  \n\n\nBredendieck emigrated to the United States in 1937 to escape the political turmoil of pre-war Germany. With his fellow Bauhaus emigres\, he brought the Bauhaus design sense and educational methods to America\, teaching first at the new Institute of Design in Chicago\, and later founding the department of industrial design at Georgia Tech.  \nThis event is hosted by the Georgia Tech Library and the Landesmuseum Oldenburg (Oldenburg State Museum for Art and Cultural History) with sponsorship from the Halle Foundation. Collaborators include Dr. Jennifer Gerndt\, the Consulate General of Germany\, and the Georgia Tech School of Industrial Design. Special thanks to the family and former students of Hin Bredendieck for their contributions to this exhibit.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/book-talk-hin-bredendieck-from-aurich-to-atlanta/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Arts & Books,Culture,Exhibit
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SUMMARY:Elizabeth Nyamayaro in conversation with Pat Mitchell
DESCRIPTION:The inspiring journey of a girl from Africa whose near-death experience sparked a dream that changed the world. \nWhen severe drought hit her village in Zimbabwe\, Elizabeth Nyamayaro\, then eight\, had no idea that this moment of utter devastation would come to define her life purpose. Unable to move from hunger\, she encountered a United Nations aid worker who gave her a bowl of warm porridge and saved her life. This transformative moment inspired Elizabeth to become a humanitarian\, and she vowed to dedicate her life to giving back to her community\, her continent\, and the world. Grounded by the African concept of ubuntu—“I am because we are”—I Am a Girl from Africa charts Elizabeth’s quest in pursuit of her dream from the small village of Goromonzi to Harare\, London\, New York\, and beyond\, where she eventually became a Senior Advisor at the United Nations and launched HeForShe\, one of the world’s largest global solidarity movements for gender equality. For over two decades\, Elizabeth has been instrumental in creating change in communities worldwide\, uplifting the lives of others\, just as her life was once uplifted. The memoir brings to vivid life one extraordinary woman’s story of persevering through incredible odds and finding her true calling—while delivering an important message of hope and empowerment in a time when we need it most. \nElizabeth Nyamayaro is an award-winning humanitarian and former United Nations Senior Advisor on Gender Equality. Born in Zimbabwe\, Elizabeth has worked at the forefront of global development for over two decades improving the lives of underserved populations\, and has held leadership roles at the World Bank\, World Health Organization\, UNAIDS\, and UN Women. I Am a Girl from Africa is her first book. \nThis virtual event is free and open to the public. I Am a Girl from Africa is available for purchase online at A Cappella Books.\nPromotional language provided by publisher.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/elizabeth-nyamayaro-in-conversation-with-pat-mitchell/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Author Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T093000
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CREATED:20210324T181421Z
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SUMMARY:IBE – Ambassador of Colombia to the United States
DESCRIPTION:Join the World Trade Center Atlanta members and guests for a monthly networking event.  The International Business Exchange – IBE – offers a semi-structured format to accelerate learning what others are doing locally and in the global international community\, and foster business connections that lead to strategic partnerships. \nWTC Atlanta is one of over three hundred World Trade Centers worldwide comprising an unparalleled global network of businesses and resources. They provide their members the connections\, education\, and tools to enable the development\, promotion and facilitation of international trade and investment\, bridging the global business world and the Southeastern United States. \nPresenter\nFrancisco Santos Calderón\, Ambassador of Colombia to the United States \n  \n  \n  \n\nFormer Vice President of Colombia (2002-2010) under Alvaro Uribe Velez’s administration. As Vice President of Colombia\, he put in place policies against corruption\, extortion and kidnapping. He led Colombia’s international promotion of trade\, investment and tourism.​​\nHe ran in the 2015 mayoral race for Bogota on the Democratic Center Party ticket. He promoted democracy and citizen participation in public affairs by the creation of Fundación Confianza Colombia​.​​\nDemocratic Center Party’s head of debate in 2017.\nIn 1990 Santos was kidnapped by narcotrafficker Pablo Escobar. After 8 months of captivity he was released and created the world’s first NGO to fight kidnapping. Fundación País Libre promoted the Anti-Kidnapping Statute\, the only law tabled by public petition via signature collection in Colombia.​​​\nBetween 2000 and 2002 he was forced to leave the country\, due to threats from the guerrilla group\, the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). He lived in Madrid\, Spain\, for two years where he worked at El País\, the most important spanish newspaper.\nIn the 1980’s he held several editorial positions in the major newspaper of Colombia\, El Tiempo\, including night Editor-in-Chief. Santos also taught journalism and international relations at Universidad Central\, Universidad Javeriana and Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano\, among others.​​​​​\nBorn October 14\, 1961 in Bogota; married to Maria Victoria García. Four children: Benjamin\, Gabriel\, Carmen and Pedro. ​\nHe completed his studies in the United States at the University of Kansas and at the University of Texas\, earning degrees in Journalism and Latin-American Studies.\nHe was awarded as a Neiman Fellow at Harvard University and won the Paul Harris Medal in 1993\, the highest distinction given by Rotary International.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/ibe-ambassador-of-colombia-to-the-united-states/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T110000
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SUMMARY:Managing Export Sales and Business Development During the Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we approach export sales; however\, there are still numerous opportunities that can be managed successfully. This webinar will review the opportunities\, challenges and processes to have a robust export operation in 2021. Blue Tiger International CEO and Managing Director Thomas Cook will lead this program. \nSpecific topics will include:\n– Areas for USA export\n– Export supply chain\, logistics and trade compliance\n– Growth areas for export by region and country\n– Case study\n– Resource development\n– Government programs\n– Utilizing technology \nRegistration will be set up through Blue Tiger International. Participants receive 1.5 NEI credits for attending this webinar. WTCSav partners receive a 25% discount. Please contact Antwone Smoak for the discount code or registration questions.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/managing-export-sales-and-business-development-during-the-pandemic/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T120000
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SUMMARY:Managing Export Sales and Business Development During the Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will review the opportunities\, challenges\, and processes to have a robust export operation in 2021. Blue Tiger International CEO and Managing Director Thomas Cook will lead this program. \n$49 | WTCSav partners receive a 25 percent discount. \nHost:\n Tom Cook\, Managing Director\, Blue Tiger International \n  \n  \n  \n  \nTopics will include: \n\n\n\n\nAreas for U.S. export\nExport supply chain\, logistics and trade compliance\nGrowth areas for export by region and country\nCase study\nResource development\nGovernment programs\nUtilizing technology\n\nParticipants receive 1.5 National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America\, Inc. (NCBFAA) Educational Institute (NEI) credits. Please contact Antwone Smoak for the discount code and/or registration questions. \nVirtual Platform: Microsoft Teams\n(access information to be sent after registration/payment is received) \n\n\n\n\n\nRecommended Purchase: \nMastering Import & Export Management\, Thomas Cook & Kelly Raia\nAvailable for purchase to supplement virtual conference materials \nWith billions of dollars generated annually\, importing and exporting is a potentially lucrative arena for growth and a bewildering tangle of rules and regulations. Packed with hundreds of cost-effective strategies\, ready-to-use forms\, and valuable checklists\, the 3rd edition explains how to efficiently & legally navigate the complex world of international trade documentation accurately and more. \nOn Sale for Virtual Conference Attendees – $75 (Shipping included)\nContact NIWT – info@NIWT.org or (888) 484-6484 ext 1 to get yours today \n\n\n\n\n\nDOWNLOAD THE BROCHURE
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/managing-export-sales-and-business-development-during-the-pandemic-2/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T123000
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CREATED:20210413T160817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T160817Z
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SUMMARY:India: The Business Case for Nature
DESCRIPTION:This event webinar is presented by the Georgia Indo-American Chamber of Commerce. Learn more about why businesses are investing in India and the economic case for nature. Get answers from economic and corporate leaders to questions like: \n\nWhy should businesses care about nature?\nWhat are some ways that India can balance development with conservation?\nHow is technology aiding India’s environment?\nHow will climate change impact future business and investment in India?\nOr\, you can participate and post your own questions.\n\nFeatured Panelists:\nPaul Fleming \nGlobal Water Program Lead\, Microsoft \n  \n  \n  \nP.S. Narayan \nGlobal Head\, Sustainability & Social Initiatives\, Wipro Ltd. \n  \n  \n  \nPriya Shyamsundar  \nLead Economist\, The Nature Conservancy \n  \n  \n  \nAnita Ninan \nModerator\, Chairperson\, GIACC
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/india-the-business-case-for-nature/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T130000
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SUMMARY:Tax Implications of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and the Employee Retention Credit
DESCRIPTION:The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 provides additional relief to address the continued impact of COVID-19 on the economy. It contains a number of tax provisions of potentially great significance to individuals\, families\, and businesses. This webinar offered by APRIO and the Belgian American Chamber of the South should help you understand these. Special attention will be given to the Employee Retention Credit\, which allows businesses to offset their current payroll tax liabilities. \nSpeakers\nYelena Epova is Partner-in-Charge of International Services at Aprio. She advises companies on international tax & business strategies for inbound and outbound operations. \n  \n  \n  \nKristin Maeckel specializes in providing tax and accounting solutions to foreign companies with subsidiaries in the US and advising expatriates of Aprio international clients who have moved to the states on US tax matters. \n  \n  \nThe webinar will be moderated by James Blair\, managing director at Navigator Consulting. Navigator Consulting provides industrial site selection and re-location services\, as well as community & economic development consulting services. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/tax-implications-of-the-american-rescue-plan-act-of-2021-and-the-employee-retention-credit/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T170000
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CREATED:20210217T184302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210217T184302Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk with Dr. Krishauna Hines-Gaither: Dimensions of Oppression (Personal\, Interpersonal\, Institutional\, Systemic\, Cultural)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Kennesaw State University Center for African and African Diaspora Studies as they welcome Dr. Krishauna Hines-Gaither for their spring conversation series\, “Let’s Talk with Dr. Krishauna Hines-Gaither.” \nThis workshop presents the five dimensions of oppression and offers examples of each\, as well as strategies for combating them. Many individuals are not equipped to combat oppression because they have failed to name it. Some are fighting the wrong fight. They may be attacking an issue on an interpersonal level\, that really needs an institutional response. Powerful change can happen when there is a systematic understanding about the inner workings of the dimensions of oppression. \nAbout the Speaker\nDr. Krishauna Hines-Gaither serves as the Associate Vice President for Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion at Guilford College in Greensboro\, NC. She holds a Ph.D. in Cultural Studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She has worked in the field of diversity for over 15 years. Before becoming an administrator\, Dr. Hines-Gaither was a college professor for almost two decades. She taught Spanish\, (Afro)Latin American Studies\, African Diaspora Studies and Women and Gender Studies. She is a frequent speaker\, trainer and scholar on a variety of topics related to inclusion. Dr. Hines-Gaither has been quoted in national publications\, and she is a leading diversity consultant to top rated U.S. and international companies. Dr. Hines-Gaither is also a popular blogger at Cup of Diversity.com.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/lets-talk-with-dr-krishauna-hines-gaither-dimensions-of-oppression-personal-interpersonal-institutional-systemic-cultural/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Diversity and Inclusion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T170000
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SUMMARY:Georgia Technology Summit
DESCRIPTION:Be a part of the largest gathering of tech professionals in Georgia at TAG’s annual meeting. Catch phenomenal speakers on the mainstage\, plus join engaging breakout sessions\, experience interactive demos\, learn more about TAG societies and the Society Showcase and see the Top 10/Top 40 Most Innovative Companies of Georgia as they are revealed. \nThe Georgia Technology Summit is an opportunity to LEARN\, MEET\, AND DISCOVER new ways for you and your company to get involved\, develop relationships\, and identify potential partnerships through the Technology Association of Georgia\, one of the largest technology associations in the U.S. \nBE IN THE KNOW on who is leading the industry through innovation and inspiring what’s next. \nKeynote Speakers:\nRobyn Benincasa\nFounder & CEO of World Class Teams | Founder of Project Athena \nWhen the challenges are steep\, and the competition fierce\, Robyn Benincasa gives individuals and organizations the tools they need to inspire themselves and one another to their greatest heights and across their most challenging finish lines. \nFor the last 20 years\, she and her teammates have been competing at the front of the pack in the most unique and compelling classrooms on earth–The jungles of Borneo\, the Himalayan peaks of Tibet\, the rivers of Fiji\, the rainforests of Ecuador and the desert of Namibia\, studying the good\, the bad\, and the not-so-pretty in Extreme Teamwork. It is through these harrowing\, life affirming and often hilarious experiences in the world’s most grueling challenges that she has emerged with her truly unique perspective on what it takes to build the kind of world class teams that succeed against all odds\, that triumph in the face of adversity and that win as one in times of great challenge and change. Robyn accepts full blame for inspiring people to do insane things like climb Mount Kilimanjaro\, run their first triathlon\, start their own adventure racing teams\, hike across the Grand Canyon with a group of Survivors\, or start their own businesses. This is\, after all\, who she is and what she does: Robyn Benincasa inspires people to grab life with one hand\, grab their teammates with the other\, and to create that special magic that makes all of us better TOGETHER than we ever would have been alone! \nRobyn has made an art form of extreme performance by competing and winning at the highest levels of sport and business; her keynotes are powerful\, impactful\, and packed with practical\, real-world takeaways that inspire peak performance and exceptional leadership. As a 20+ year veteran San Diego firefighter\, a World Champion Adventure Racer\, a 2014 CNN Hero\, a Guinness World Record Endurance Kayaker\, a best-selling author\, and founder of The Project Athena Foundation\, Robyn Benincasa *definitely* knows a thing or two about creating Human Synergy—or as Robyn puts it\, “that magic that allows groups of ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things together”. \nRobyn’s multi-faceted experience inspires people to grab life with one hand\, grab their teammates with the other\, and to achieve audacious goals that they could never accomplish alone. She is the expert that companies call on to build world class teams\, inspire peak performance and create a culture of champions. Robyn has successfully translated the lessons learned from extreme team sports to the corporate world\, with compelling keynotes that show how groups of ordinary people can accomplish extraordinary things together! \nCraig Neeb\nExecutive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer of NASCAR \nCraig Neeb is Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation Officer of National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing (“NASCAR”). Neeb oversees the company’s information technology\, corporate development\, the Motor Racing Network (MRN)\, NASCAR Productions\, Racing Electronics and strategic growth initiatives including eSports\, OTT and sports betting. \nPreviously\, Neeb served as Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation and Development Officer of NASCAR and International Speedway Corporation (ISC)\, a motorsports entertainment company acquired by NASCAR in October 2019. \nAs Chief Development Officer\, Neeb managed ISC’s business development maximizing use of over 13\,000 acres of company-owned and operated real estate and content at 13 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. He sought strategic opportunities and generated creative partnerships that drove revenue and yielded the highest value\, positioning ISC for growth within its core motorsports business and beyond. \nNeeb helped lead the strategy and oversight for the Company’s largest development project – a $400 million redevelopment of NASCAR’s flagship track Daytona International Speedway\, revolutionizing the sport and fan experience. Neeb guided ISC’s opening of ONE DAYTONA\, the Daytona Beach area’s newest lifestyle and entertainment destination featuring nearly 300\,000 square feet of premium retail\, dining and entertainment across from Daytona International Speedway. \nAs Chief Innovation Officer\, Neeb oversaw consumer innovation strategies identifying solutions to strengthen customer engagement. He helped spearhead NASCAR’s youth Esports series on iRacing and directed other strategic opportunities with key media partners. Neeb also oversaw MRN\, the nation’s largest independent sports radio network. \nHis multi-faceted and insightful approach comes from serving as ISC’s Vice President of Multi-Channel Marketing and Chief Information Officer (CIO) for 13 years. As CIO\, Neeb successfully developed and implemented strategic initiatives including consumer-centric technology solutions\, a centralized contact center and venue content options. \nPrior to joining ISC\, Neeb was Vice President of Information Technology at AmeriServe Foodservice Distribution\, a $9 billion food service distribution business based in Coral Gables\, Fla. At AmeriServe\, Neeb was responsible for the company’s information systems. \n  \nView the full list of speakers and bios here. \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/georgia-technology-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Conventions,Technology
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T100000
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SUMMARY:Georgia's Innovation Ecosystem: A Gateway to the U.S. for Brazilian Startups
DESCRIPTION:Join the Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce of the South East (BACC-SE) to learn why technology giants\, such as Microsoft\, Airbnb\, and Google\, have chosen Atlanta as their next innovation hub. \nWith a booming innovation ecosystem with more than 40 corporate innovation centers\, over 40 accelerators and incubators\, and a diverse industry cluster\, Georgia is at the forefront of innovation in the United States. This will be a webinar with Portuguese translation available. \nAgenda\nBACC-SE Welcoming Remarks\nLucia Jennings\, President & CEO\nModerator: Maria Luiza Pinho\, PHD \nGDEcD Brasil remarks\nMariana Desani – Trade & FDI Specialist\, Georgia Department of Economic Development \nDrummond Advisors remarks\nPedro Drummond – Partner\, Drummond Advisors\nGeorgia Innovation overview\nGlen Whitley – Director\, Georgia Center of Innovation for Information Technology \nIndustry Topics\nChris Chammoun (AgTech) – Director\, Georgia Center of Innovation for Agricultural Technology\nGrant Wainscott (FinTech) – VP Ecosystem Expansion\, Metro Atlanta Chamber\nCompany testimonial\nRafael Albuquerque\, CEO & Founder\, Zooxsmart\nQ&A\nClosing remarks \nSpeakers\nMariana Desani – Trade & FDI Specialist\, Georgia Department of Economic Development \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPedro Drummond – Partner\, Drummond Advisors \n  \n  \n  \n  \nGlen Whitley – Director\, Georgia Center of Innovation for Information Technology \n  \n  \n  \n  \nChris Chammoun (AgTech) – Director\, Georgia Center of Innovation for Agricultural Technology \n  \n  \n  \n  \nGrant Wainscott (FinTech) – VP Ecosystem Expansion\, Metro Atlanta Chamber \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRafael Albuquerque\, CEO & Founder\, Zooxsmart \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/georgias-innovation-ecosystem-a-gateway-to-the-u-s-for-brazilian-startups/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083143
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SUMMARY:Doing Business in Colombia
DESCRIPTION:The United States is Colombia’s largest trade and investment partner with two-way goods trade totaling $29 billion and services trade $11.7 billion in 2019. Learn about several high prospect sectors\, associated opportunities\, reasons to consider doing business in the country\, and the U.S. Government resources available to support your company in the market. \nEvent Information\n\nColombia offers opportunities for U.S. companies to participate in infrastructure projects on the federal or municipal levels.\nThere is a demand for high-quality U.S. products and services in a wide variety of sectors throughout Colombia five major commercial hubs.\nOpportunities for U.S. companies in infrastructure\, transportation\, ICT\, sanitation\, and energy sectors\, agricultural machinery\, safety & security\, education\nDue to the 2012 Trade Promotion Agreement\, under which over 80% of U.S. exports enter Colombia duty free.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/doing-business-in-colombia/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business,Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083143
CREATED:20210422T222928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T222928Z
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SUMMARY:International Women’s Leadership Forum of Atlanta
DESCRIPTION:Dynamic women career diplomats representing six countries from around the world join together to share personal insights and experiences in working and succeeding in the field of international relations. Learn about the challenges of climbing the professional ladder as a woman and hear about how different countries are addressing gender equality in the 21st century. \nSpeakers:\nAstra Ambrister-Rolle  \nConsul General of the Bahamas \n  \n  \n  \nDr. Heike Fuller \nConsul General of Germany \n  \n  \n  \n \nRoudelyn N. Jean \nConsul General of Haiti \n  \n  \n  \nDr. Swati Vijay Kulkarni \nConsul General of India \n  \n  \n  \n \nCiara O’Floinn \nConsul General of Ireland \n  \n  \n  \nAnat Sultan-Dadon \nConsul General of Israel \n  \n  \n  \nModerators\nAbby Turano \nDeputy Commission Georgia Department of Economic Development \n  \n  \n  \nDr. Adrienne Jones \nAssociate Professor and Pre-Law Director Morehouse College \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/7093457/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Diversity and Inclusion
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083143
CREATED:20210426T231641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T231641Z
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SUMMARY:The US-China Relationship:  Where do we go from here?
DESCRIPTION:Are you wondering where the US-China relationship goes from here\, and how your business might be impacted? If so\, you’re not alone. \nThis Thursday\, April 29 from 12PM-1PM EDT\, the Georgia District Export Council will assemble an expert panel including Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce for China & Mongolia\, and Jeannette Chu\, Managing Director of Export Controls and Trade Sanctions at PWC. The stage will be set by first discussing the US-China relationship broadly and then focusing on practical issues related to trade with China. This webinar is open to anyone having China business interests and will be most valuable to Georgia and other US exporters to China. The Georgia District Export Council invites you to join them on April 29th for this complimentary and virtual event! \n  \nTo register please contact RegisterGADEC@gmail.com
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-us-china-relationship-where-do-we-go-from-here/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Trade
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Atlanta International Jazz Jam
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY with the world by listening to top international artists from around the world that are based in Atlanta\, GA: \n\nYakou N’Guessan (IVORY COAST)\nSander Pinheiro (BRAZIL)\nRoberta Setzu (ITALY)\nDapo Dina (NIGERIA)\nMadoca Kawahara (JAPAN\nEmrah Kotan (TURKEY)\nWillie Ziavino (ECUADOR)\n\n(If you have a schedule conflict and can’t enjoy the concert at 7PM – don’t worry – the content will be accessible for the entire weekend). \nCo-Produced by Cultural Ambassador Myrna Clayton & PeachFlicks and Sanctioned by International Jazz Day
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/4th-annual-atlanta-international-jazz-jam/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Festival,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210501T130000
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SUMMARY:Pack Medical Supplies for Children in Need
DESCRIPTION:Surgeons of Hope is a nonprofit organization that helps children born with heart disease in Latin America access life-saving medical care. \nIn partnership with MedShare\, Surgeons of Hope is preparing two 40 foot containers for the pediatric cardiac programs it supports in Nicaragua and Paraguay. \nJoin Surgeons of Hope’s Executive Director\, Victoria Flamant\, at MedShare for this fun and rewarding volunteer experience on May 1st! Together\, everyone will sort\, identify and package critical medical supplies.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/pack-medical-supplies-for-children-in-need/
LOCATION:MedShare (3240 Clifton Springs Rd\, Decatur\, GA 30034\, 3240 Clifton Springs Rd\, Decatur\, GA\, 30034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Humanitarian
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210503T183000
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SUMMARY:Fasting in Abrahamic Traditions\, Table of Abraham program series
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to the Table of Abraham Program titled “Fasting in Abrahamic Traditions” \nOn Monday\, May 3rd\, 2021 Starts at 6:30 pm hosted by the Atlantic Institute. \nThe Atlantic Institute will be joined by three great speakers: \nChaplin Mary Huie-Jolly \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRabbi Michael Bernstein \n  \n  \n  \n  \nMr. Kemal Korucu \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPlease click their live stream link here or below and enjoy the conversation. \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08BeNUBHVbw
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/fasting-in-abrahamic-traditions-table-of-abraham-program-series/
LOCATION:Georgia
CATEGORIES:Religion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T170000
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SUMMARY:World Trade Day 2021 Conference
DESCRIPTION:In 1935 President Franklin D. Roosevelt officially proclaimed a national observance for global trade benefits each May in the United States. Since then\, each U.S. President has renewed this declaration\, asking for communities across the nation to renew their commitment to global trade. The World Trade Center Atlanta\, one of 320 centers of international business exchange worldwide\, responds to the call with its 5th Annual World Trade Day on May 4th\, 2021.  \nThis historic event will honor the international trade community and your contributions to our region’s economic power. It will convene CEOs\, policymakers\, scholars\, and thought leaders to discuss today’s most pressing trade issues and opportunities to build a robust regional economy.  \nJoin World Trade Center Atlanta for the World Trade Day 2021 Conference\, which mirrors a conference atmosphere in a virtual setting. This year’s event\, “Positioning for the New Global Economy – Staying Relevant and Connected\,” will explore what it takes to change your business processes and shift your focus to stay relevant in a post-COVID world. Reserve May 4th on your calendar and plan to join them and their commitment to global trade! 
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/world-trade-day-2021-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210504T170000
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SUMMARY:What's Next for U.S.-Brazil Relations? Private Post-Session w/ Amb. to Brazil\, Todd C. Chapman
DESCRIPTION:20 Council members can join an off-the-record meeting with Amb. Chapman right after the public program from 12:45-1 PM ET. The 20 spots are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nHow to Register for Private\, Post-Session (Council Members Only)\nStep 1. \nRegister for public session HERE. You must do this first to successfully register for private\, post-session. \nStep 2. \nRegister for private\, post-session on this page. Must be a Council member. \nStep 3. \nYou will receive only one Zoom link. \nUse the single link to join the public session. Once the public session is complete\, you will be automatically sent to the members-only breakout room. Please do not log off and log back on. \nStep 4. \nYour patience is appreciated\, and the World Affairs Council of Atlanta hopes you are excited! \nThis is the first time the World Affairs Council of Atlanta has held a members-only session on Zoom. \nNot a Council member? Become one HERE to register for the private\, post-session today.
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/whats-next-for-u-s-brazil-relations-private-post-session-w-amb-to-brazil-todd-c-chapman/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T130000
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SUMMARY:Opportunities in Our Changing World Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Kevin Na and Kenny Harms\, a Professional Golfer and Professional Caddy\, joins the Southeast U.S. Korean Chamber of Commerce to present what it is like as\, “A Day in the Life of Professional Golfer and Professional Caddy” and happy to share their golfing career with the Southeast United States Korean Chamber of Commerce are proud to offer its members and friends\, free of charge\, this virtual webinar: OPPORTUNITIES IN OUR CHANGING WORLD WEBINAR. \nSpeakers:\nKevin Na\, Professional Golfer\, and Kenny Harms\, Professional Caddy \n“A Day in the Life of Professional Golfer and Caddy” \n  \n  \nTopics for questions are to be sent before the webinar so they can be addressed! \nIf you would are interested in this session or any of their recent webinar series please ask Jae Kim\, VP of SEUSKCC for more detailed information. (Contact email: Jae.Kim@aprio.com)
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/opportunities-in-our-changing-world-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business
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