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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  \n\n\n	From the archive:
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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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  \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/georgia-technology-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual
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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  \n\n\n	From the archive:
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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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 \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/india-the-business-case-for-nature/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Sustainability
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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. \n\n\n	From the archive:
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:20210426T190000
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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. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/elizabeth-nyamayaro-in-conversation-with-pat-mitchell/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Author Talks
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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. \n\n\n	From the archive:
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: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  \n\n\n	From the archive:
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: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 \n\n\n	From the archive:
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
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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  \n\n\n	From the archive:
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210401T151904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T151904Z
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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\nPRESENTERS:\nFrancisco Santos Calderón\nAmbassador of Colombia to the United States \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJavier Urrutia Escobar\nDirector of FDI with ProColombia \n  \nÓscar Tutasaura\nPartner\, Posse Herrera Ruiz \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/investing-in-colombia-nearshoring-economic-incentives-in-manufacturing-technology-infrastructure-and-energy-industries/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development,Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210401T171736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T171736Z
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SUMMARY:TAG Blockchain Presents Non Fungible Tokens - NFT and the Internet of Value
DESCRIPTION:What does Dorsey’s first-ever tweet\, Nayans Cat\, a burned Banksy painting\, Grime’s music videos have in common? [They all have been minted into NFTs using blockchain technology] \nWhat do Mark Cuban\, Snoop Dog and Chamath Palihapitiya have in common? [They all are famous billionaires investing in an extensive NFT portfolio] \nWhat does Dorsey’s first-ever tweet\, a burned Banksy painting\, and Bitcoin have in common? [They all are now digital assets enabling ‘value’ transfer from peer-to-peer using blockchain technology] \nAs the world of Non-fungible Tokens exploded in the last few months\, it has left people amazed\, excited and confused. NFTs provide creators and investors the ability to sell and buy exclusively digital objects that range from weird 3D videos to songs and everything in between. And the buying and selling is happening on peer-to-peer NFT marketplaces. A new alignment is forming – creators\, sellers\, buyers\, facilitators\, market venues – all aspects of historic roles are subject to reconsideration. \nIt opens up questions: \n\nIs this another tulip mania?\nWhat is the technology underlying creating these NFTs?\nWhat is considered “value”?\nWhat is “art”?\nIntellectual property rights and copyright – Who owns what?\nHow are rights asserted? Preserved?\nBusiness models – How are creators and artists becoming part of the revenue model of their art?\nIs this a social and cultural phenomenon fueled by the technologies of the day? Have you attended an “NFT drop party” or a Clubhouse session on NFT wealth management??\nIs this sustainable use of technology? What about energy use and climate change?\nHow can you transact in NFT’s?\n\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/tag-blockchain-presents-non-fungible-tokens-nft-and-the-internet-of-value/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210406T161943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T161943Z
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SUMMARY:Financing Options for the Global Market: Importing and Exporting
DESCRIPTION:Join World Trade Center Savannah and Regions Bank Vice President of the Global Trade Finance Group Thomas Matthias for a webinar on trade finance tools for U.S. importers and exporters. \nTopics will include:\n– Accessing working capital\n– Letters of credit\n– Mitigating repayment risks\n– Documentary collections\n– Supply chain financing \nAdditional speakers include the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Export Finance Manager David Leonard\, Regions Bank SBA Product Specialist Edie Carroll and U.S. Export-Import Bank Regional Director Susan Kintanar.\nThis program is sponsored by Regions Bank. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/financing-options-for-the-global-market-importing-and-exporting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210401T171948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T171948Z
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SUMMARY:Internet of Things (IoT) for Business Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Attend this 2-hour Internet of Things (IoT) class for business professionals around best practices involving IoT. Successfully completing the course and passing an online assessment will result in the attendee earning a micro-credential and social media badge. The Internet of Things (IoT) promises a wide range of benefits for industry and consumers. Data can be collected in extraordinary volume and detail regarding almost anything worth measuring\, such as public health\, industrial production\, and energy. New data analysis tools have been optimized for the massive amounts of data that IoT produces\, enabling well-informed decisions to be made quickly. Before you can successfully plan and implement an IoT solution\, you must understand the various factors that will drive your decisions. But putting IoT systems into place can be a complicated proposition with unique considerations distinctly different from traditional IT solutions. In IoTBIZ you will learn foundational skills in: Classifying IoT Infrastructure Identifying Benefits and Challenges of IoT. Discuss Real-World Applications for IoT. Review the IoT Development Lifecycle. These classes are taught live online with a certified instructor through the Zoom platform. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/internet-of-things-iot-for-business-professionals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210401T170913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T170913Z
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SUMMARY:TAG FINTECH PRESENTS THE CHANGING REGULATORY LANDSCAPE- IMPACTS ON FINTECH AND INDUSTRY RESPONSES
DESCRIPTION:A new administration in Washington always brings change\, and new leaders at the CFPB and other agencies have placed a focus on financial services. Join experts in Fintech\, Government Relations\, and Legal as they dissect the implications for firms in Georgia and beyond\, and how industry leaders are responding. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/tag-fintech-presents-the-changing-regulatory-landscape-impacts-on-fintech-and-industry-responses/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Entrepreneur,Fintech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210406T190452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T190452Z
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SUMMARY:Expat Expectations: Managing Global Teams in the Post-COVID Era
DESCRIPTION:As the world gets smaller\, companies of all sizes share a key concern: Finding\, attracting\, and retaining the talent they need to compete in a global economy\, regardless of where it resides. \nWith the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020\, this constantly shifting landscape became even more varied: Remote work instantly became the norm. Travel and immigration restrictions emerged. Borders obstructed frictionless global travel. Health care moved up the priority list.  \nIt has never been easy to manage\, but the post-COVID era will bring deeper questions about the future of work\, potentially affecting multinationals’ HR strategies and changing what it means to hire\, onboard and integrate global teams. What will expatriates now expect\, and how will the process of cross-border relocation change?   \nOn April 20\, Global Atlanta will bring together a slate of expert speakers for a panel discussion helping your company address these challenges. Whether moving employees abroad or resettling them here in Atlanta\, you’ll learn to manage a global team in our global city with minimal interruptions or impacts to your bottom line. \n \nSpeakers and topics: \n\nCharles Kuck\, managing partner\, Kuck Baxter Immigration: Immigration policy changes affecting workforce mobility in 2021\nMichael Manely\, The Manely Firm – International Family Law 101: Hidden pitfalls of cross-border moves and travel\nDean J. Fusto\, president and head of school\, Brandon Hall School: The future of international education\, and how to find the right fit for your child\nHeather VanderLande Cummings\, realtor\, Keller Williams First Atlanta: Atlanta’s enduring appeal to expat home-buyers and practical considerations for inbound buyers\nBrandi Samuel\, director\, tax\, Windham Brannon CPA – Cross-border tax implications for your global workforce\n\n\nSpeakers\nBrandi Samuel \nBrandi is a professional tax consultant specializing in the areas of international taxation\, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) from a tax perspective\, general tax compliance\, non-profit compliance\, and individual taxation. Brandi has nearly 10 years of public accounting experience in which she devotes her time assisting clients on transactions throughout all aspects of their organization’s life cycle\, including international tax consulting and compliance\, acquisitions\, dispositions\, administrative compliance\, and various other tax planning assistance. \nHeather VanderLande Cummings \nHeather van der Lande Cummings is the lead agent and owner of Van der Lande & Associates of Keller Williams Realty First Atlanta. She specializes as both a Certified Luxury Home Marketing as well as working with buyers who have recently moved to the Atlanta area from another country. Heather’s honesty\, commitment to clients\, and passion for what she does precede her. She credits her success in real estate to her ability to really understand and listen to her client’s goals as well as educate them on the process as well as the market. Her background as a certified Interior Designer as well sales of building products comes through as an asset to clients. Heather has an acute understanding of how homes are constructed to benefit her buyers as well as how to best present a home to sell quickly. \nDean Fusto \nDean J. Fusto is a 2020 recipient of the Klingenstein Fellowship at Teachers College\, Columbia University and the President and Head of Brandon Hall School\, a global boarding and day school serving students in grades 6-12. His career spans three decades as an educational leader in boarding and international schools. He founded the teachlearnlead.net global edu-library in 2014 and it has amassed a following as a dynamic destination and learning community for teachers and school leaders seeking professional development and access to the latest educational research.  Dean is a past recipient of a National Endowment of the Humanities Fellowship and an EE Ford Fellowship from the National Association of Independent Schools. He has published 5 books and holds an M.A.T. from the SIT Graduate Institute and an M.A. from Columbia University and certification in Proactive Leadership from Cornell University. In 2017\, he founded the Center for Global Youth Leadership and in 2021\, he established the Therese A. Fusto Microgrants to fund student passion projects and innovation. His thought leadership work includes publishing widely on non-profits\, organizational culture\, international partnerships\, and youth leadership initiatives. He can be reached via his LinkedIn profile. \nMichael Manely \nMichael has practiced divorce and family law for more than 28 years and has handled thousands of family law cases. He is admitted to practice in all Georgia courts and federal courts in the Northern and Middle District of Georgia\, the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. On December 5\, 2012 he delivered oral argument before the Supreme Court of the United States in Chafin v. Chafin\, securing a unanimous victory. Michael is the only all family law attorney to win a unanimous decision from the U.S. Supreme Court and the Supreme Court of Georgia. Michael has built a progressive practice and a reputation for winning difficult\, controversial and high-profile cases. He has successfully represented thousands of mothers and fathers in state\, federal and international divorce\, custody and child support cases. \nCharles H. (Chuck) Kuck \nCharles H. (“Chuck”) Kuck is the Managing Attorney at Kuck Baxter Immigration in Atlanta\, Georgia. Chuck served as the National President of the American Immigration Lawyers Association from 2008-2009. He also served as President of the Alliance of Business Immigration Lawyers from 2010-2014 and is currently an Adjunct Professor of Law at Emory Law School. He previously served as an Adjunct at the University of Georgia for 13 years for both survey and advanced immigration law classes. He was named one of the top 5 immigration attorneys in the world by Chambers & Partners again in 2020\, the “Best Lawyer-Immigration” in Georgia by Best Lawyers in 2020 and was previously named one of the “100 Most Influential Georgians” by Georgia Trend magazine. He has practiced immigration law for over 30 years\, has spoken at numerous legal and business conferences on all types of immigration-related topics\, has testified in Congress on various aspects of Immigration Law and Immigration Reform\, is frequently quoted in the national press\, and appears regularly on national and local television and cable news outlets. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/expat-expectations-managing-global-teams-in-the-post-covid-era/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
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SUMMARY:SEUSKCC OPPORTUNITIES IN OUR CHANGING WORLD WEBINAR SESSIONS
DESCRIPTION:The Southeast United States Korean Chamber of Commerce (SEUSKCC) presents: “Opportunities In Our Changing World” Webinar. \nSpeaker:\nAaron Chang attorney at Constangy\, Brooks\, Smith & Prophete\, LLP\, a national labor and employment law firm with 200 attorneys in 15 states will present: Into the Biden Administration. Topics will include: COVID 19\, American Rescue Plan Act\, PRO Act\, Federal Agency agendas \n  \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/seuskcc-opportunities-in-our-changing-world-webinar-sessions/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Virtual Exchange
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210416T153000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210406T204215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T204215Z
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SUMMARY:Develop an Import / Export Business: UGA SBDC Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\nSmall businesses looking to increase sales and profit\, reduce dependence on the domestic market and stabilize seasonal fluctuations should consider importing and exporting.  With nearly 96 percent of consumers living outside the U.S. and two-thirds of the world’s purchasing power in foreign countries\, opportunities await U.S. small business. \nGo where the customers are. There is significant opportunity for small businesses to profit through importing and exporting operations. \nDo you have what it takes to become a successful international business? Are you ready to make international sales? Importing / Exporting offers great opportunities but requires preparation and planning. \nThis four hour course is taught in two parts\, by international experts from the Georgia Small Business Development Center\, a resource partner of the SBA. Each part is two hours in length with a two hour break between parts. \nPart one will aid you in assessing your readiness\, understanding what you need to know and consider before pursuing an international strategy. \nPart two will introduce you to those topics needed to develop and implement your strategy: international pricing and costing issues\, proforma export quotations\, payment terms\, and risk assessment. \n\n\nCourse Outline\n• Defining Your Business \n• Strengths/Weaknesses Analysis \n• Tools \n• Building Your Team \n• Knowing Industry Terminology \n• Selecting a Product \n• Finding Markets \n• Finding Buyers \n• Finding Suppliers \n• How to Talk To Suppliers \n• Do I need a license to Import/Export? \n• How do I protect myself as a Middleman? \n• Calculating Landed Cost \n• Understanding INCOTERMS \n• Developing a Pro Forma Invoice \n• International Terms of Payment \n\n\nLearner Outcomes\nThe workshops will help you gain the knowledge to develop and implement an international plan. You will become acquainted with the key components of an effective import/export plan. The instructors will raise questions you should answer to complete your plan and provide the resources to help you answer those questions. \nTopics include: \n\n    Organizational and product readiness\n    Market research\n    Guidance for developing your strategy and marketing plan\n    Promoting your products in target market\n    Complying with US and foreign regulations\n\n\n\nNotes\nA Public Service and Outreach Unit of the University of Georgia. Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All programs of the UGA SBDC are open to the public on a non-discriminatory basis. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/develop-an-import-export-business-uga-sbdc-webinars/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210326T160305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T160305Z
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SUMMARY:Data Privacy trends 2021
DESCRIPTION:Dear Members & Friends\, The Netherlands-American Chamber of Commerce invites you to join them virtually for a 2021 Data Privacy Update. \nNew data privacy laws are being proposed at a dizzying pace in 2021. How can you keep up? Learn about the latest trends in privacy legislation and compliance requirements that can affect your organization. Join to stay ahead of the curve! \nSpeaker\nRichard Sheinis \nPartner at Hall Booth Smith\, P.C. \nRichard Sheinis has litigated in federal and state courts for thirty-seven (37) years. He has been the first chair for approximately 175 jury trials. His clients have included health care professionals and institutions\, technology companies\, and global business entities. \nMr. Sheinis takes advantage of his litigation background to work with businesses in the areas of data privacy and cybersecurity\, employment\, and technology. He works with a wide variety of companies from small technology businesses to publicly traded companies with a global footprint. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/data-privacy-trends-2021/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity,Data
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210406T220728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T220728Z
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SUMMARY:JASG Japanese Classes: Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:These Japanese web-based classes will focus on communication skills needed in (virtual) business settings and environments as well as everyday conversation. The courses will also center on inter-cultural communication and integrating important Japanese business and cultural etiquettes. \nThe courses also integrate the values of the Japanese market so that students will not only develop competence in the language but also acknowledge the business and cultural environments of Japan. For new students with prior experience with the Japanese language\, a telephone interview will be held\, if necessary\, to determine a student’s appropriate class level. \nTextbooks used for this course are Japanese for Busy People (JBP) and can be purchased at JASG or online and JLPT Levels N2 and N3\, Somatome Reading Comprehension or Grammar (advanced Classes) which can be purchased online. \nThese classes are perfect for: \n\n2021 JET Program Participants\nPeople taking the 2021/2022 JLPT Japanese Proficiency Test(s)\nBusinessmen and women who have or are seeking Japanese clients and partners\nPeople working in Japanese companies\nStudents learning Japanese who want to get extra practice\nPeople who are planning or want to work in Japan\nAnyone interested in Japan who wants to learn more about Japan\n\nAgenda: \nApril 19 – June 11 \nAll classes will begin the week of April 19\, 2021\, and will continue for 8 weeks (2 hours a week). \nFinal details will be confirmed once registration has been completed. \nPlease return the class registration form along with your payment to the JASG by Thursday\, April 15\, 2021. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/jasg-japanese-classes-spring-session-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education,Language
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T183000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210413T161455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T161455Z
UID:10039396-1618425000-1618425000@www.globalatlanta.com
SUMMARY:SUMMIT Speaker Series Presents: Women and Peacebuilding: Lessons from Post-Genocide Rwanda by Dr. Jennie Burnet
DESCRIPTION:In the aftermath of the 1994 genocide\, Rwandan women faced the impossible-resurrecting their lives amidst unthinkable devastation in a society torn by genocide. \nDrawing on extensive ethnographic fieldwork in Rwanda over the past 22 years\, Dr. Jennie Burnet\, associate professor of anthropology at Georgia State University\, will discuss how women rebuilt their lives and traversed dangerous emotional and political terrain to emerge as leaders in the country’s reconstruction and reconciliation. \nAbout Dr. Burnet\nDr. Jennie E. Burnet\nAssociate professor of Anthropology\nGeorgia State University \nBurnet’s award-winning book\, Genocide Lives in Us: Women\, Memory & Silence in Rwanda was published in 2012. Her research has appeared in Politics & Gender\, African Affairs\, African Studies Review\, and the Women’s Studies International Forum. She has served on the Board of Directors of Amnesty International\, USA. She is currently on the Georgia Advisory Board of the Center for Victims of Torture. \n  \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/summit-speaker-series-presents-women-and-peacebuilding-lessons-from-post-genocide-rwanda-by-dr-jennie-burnet/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Arts & Books,Arts & Humanities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T173000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210401T170507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T170507Z
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SUMMARY:TAG CORP DEV PRESENTS DOES CULTURE MATTER IN M&A?
DESCRIPTION:This panel will explore both sides of the discussion on the relevance of culture in the world of Mergers and Acquisitions. Specific topics to be explored include: How different acquirers view culture in their targets; How to evaluate cultural fit between organizations; How sellers can assess suitors’ cultural preferences in the due diligence phase; and What to expect when culture “doesn’t matter”. \nSpeakers:\nBryan Barnes\nTransaction Services Partner\nDeloitte & Touche LLP \n  \n  \nMeg Crosby\nCo-Founder & Principal\nPeopleCap Advisors \n  \n  \nRevell Fraser\nChief Strategic Officer\nEmployment Screening Services \n  \n  \nLeigh Ann Groome\nPrincipal\nWaymo \n  \n  \nMarc Borrelli\nPrincipal\nKaizen Solutions\nModerator \n  \n  \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/tag-corp-dev-presents-does-culture-matter-in-ma/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210401T165940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T165940Z
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SUMMARY:Data Science for Business Professionals
DESCRIPTION:This TAG event is in partnership with CertNexus and Logical Operations publisher of technical training courseware. \nAttend this 2-hour Data Science class for business professionals around best practices involving Data Science \nAbout this Event \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuccessfully completing the course and passing an online assessment will result in the attendee earning a micro-credential and social media badge. \nData is a plentiful resource. In fact\, IDC estimates that by 2025 there will be 463 exabytes of data created daily. Organizations who are able to select\, manipulate\, analyze\, predict and derive value from their data will gain a significant edge. Understanding what Data Science is\, how it can impact your business and how to best implement a data science initiative can make your organization more competitive in this rapidly changing marketplace. This course will help you gain skills in all of those areas. \nIn DSBIZ you will learn foundational skills in: \n\nDS Concepts\nDS Technologies\nDS Algorithms\nDS Applications\n\nThese classes are taught live online with a certified instructor through the Zoom platform. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/data-science-for-business-professionals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Data,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T193000
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SUMMARY:Commemorating Yom Hazikaron: Israel's Official Memorial Ceremony in the U.S.
DESCRIPTION:Following Israel in Atlanta’s Yom HaZikaron ceremony\, the Consulate General of Israel to the Southeast invites you to join Israel’s Official Memorial Ceremony in the U.S. which will commence at 7:30 pm EST. (6:30 pm CST) \nThe program will feature Ambassador to the United Nations and the United States H.E. Gilad Erdan and Defense Attaché MG Yehuda Fox. This virtual event will be live-streamed on Facebook\, Twitter\, and Youtube. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/commemorating-yom-hazikaron-israels-official-memorial-ceremony-in-the-u-s/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T183000
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SUMMARY:Commemorating Yom Hazikaron
DESCRIPTION:The Consulate General of Israel in Atlanta will host a virtual ceremony on the eve of Yom Hazikaron\, Tuesday\, April 13 at 6:30 pm EST. (5:30 pm CST) Together with the bereaved families in the Southeast U.S. They will honor the fallen IDF soldiers and victims of terror. \nOnce you have registered you will be provided with the Zoom webinar information to attend the ceremony. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/commemorating-yom-hazikaron/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T120000
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SUMMARY:TAG CRM/CX PRESENT B2B VS B2C
DESCRIPTION:In the new normal\, companies will continue to operate remote. Measuring user experience alongside the customer experience and making continuous improvements to underlying systems in critical for survival. \nJoin the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) to listen from the best – Ziv Peled\, Chief Customer Office at AppsFlyer and Ray Killbrew\, Head of Strategic Design at Primrica. \nAppsFlyer operates in B2B space whereas Primerica operates in B2B-to-B2C space. It will be insightful to see the impact on both B2B and B2C business. \nCOVID has accelerated the digital transformation in all industries. Employees started working remotely\, and it has forced companies to focus on User Experience (UX). A lot of digital adoption solutions took the center stage to help users adapt their internal systems\, but how many companies are leveraging data to improve UX? How is UX impacting the Customer Experience (CX)? \nJoin TAG to find out\, they are inviting two of the industry veterans to walk everyone through this transformation. \nAfter the presentation\, the two speakers will be invited for the fireside chat\, and you will get the opportunity to ask questions. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/tag-crm-cx-present-b2b-vs-b2c/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T163000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210406T160929Z
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SUMMARY:The Future Happened: Curators' Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join MODA and the curators of their new virtual exhibition\, The Future Happened: Designing the Future of Music\, as they discuss the big ideas behind this exhibition\, as well as the nuts and bolts of its making. \nIn conversation with curators Lawrence Azerrad\, Ruby Savage\, Floyd Hall\, and Marlon Fuentes\, you will hear why the creation of this exhibition was so important to each of them and the impact they hope it will have. \nThey’ll also discuss the decision to pivot to a virtual exhibition when the pandemic struck and their efforts to re-imagine the exhibition as a powerful virtual experience that invites visitors to experience music as a form of community building\, healing\, interpersonal communication\, and placemaking. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/the-future-happened-curators-talk/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Arts & Humanities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T090000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210406T201012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T201012Z
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SUMMARY:Invest in Brasil – Social Infrastructure Edition
DESCRIPTION:Infrastructure is one of the top priorities of the Brazilian Federal Government.  The development of social projects has become increasingly important within the Brazilian portfolio. More than forty investment opportunities are available\, ranging from daycare centers\, hospitals\, sanitation\, prisons to public lighting\, for example. \nIn this seminar\, we´ll detail these projects and you´ll have the chance to interact with high-level speakers that have extensive know-how in the area. \nTake advantage of this unique digital event and get to know more details of the current investment scenario in Brazil\, as well as obtain excellent information on the projects available and connect with the main officials of the Brazilian government for bilateral meetings. \nThis event will be held at 10:00AM (Brazilian time: GMT-3) \nThe consulate in Atlanta has a SECOM office: \nTrade & Investment Promotion Bureau\nConsulate-General of Brazil in Atlanta\n3500 Lenox Rd NE\, One Alliance Center\, Suite 800\nAtlanta\, GA\, 30326 \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/invest-in-brasil-social-infrastructure-edition/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Business,Economic Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T180000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210325T230922Z
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SUMMARY:SCAD GamingFest2021
DESCRIPTION:SCAD presents SCADFILM’s annual SCAD GamingFest\, April 9-10\, 2021. \nEnter the all-virtual world of SCAD GamingFest for conversations and panel discussions with top game developers\, exclusive access to new SCAD games and content\, and insights from industry leaders about one of the fastest-growing industries worldwide. The highly anticipated event features a global network of working professionals and industry luminaries to present programming and conversations that will feature explorations of technical advancements in artificial intelligence (AI)\, photogrammetry\, XR\, player dynamics\, and virtual production. \nSpecial guest\, actor and producer Wil Wheaton will receive the SCAD GamingFest Spotlight Award. The two-day global festival will feature panel discussions and presentations from top talent from Riot Games\, BUNGiE\, Quixel\, Industrial Light and Magic\, Ubisoft Film/TV\, and more. \nFor tickets and the complete line-up of speakers\, panelists and featured screenings\, please register below. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/scad-gamingfest2021/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T133410
CREATED:20210401T165123Z
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SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence for Businesses Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Attend this 2-hour Artificial Intelligence class for business professionals around best practices involving A.I. Successfully completing the course and passing an online assessment will result in the attendee earning a micro-credential and social media badge. The number of enterprises implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) grew 270% in the past four years and tripled in the past year. Additionally\, 58% of businesses will modify their practices due to AI in the next five years. If organizations want to thrive and survive in this transforming business landscape\, they will need to harness the power of AI. Despite its promises\, AI can seem like a daunting concept for business professionals. How can you hope to apply AI to your own business if you can’t see beyond the vague buzzwords and hype? That is where AIBIZ comes in. In AIBIZ you will learn foundational skills in: -AI Concepts -AI Technologies -AI Algorithms -AI Applications These classes are taught live online with a certified instructor through the Zoom platform. \n\n\n	From the archive:
URL:https://www.globalatlanta.com/event/artificial-intelligence-for-businesses-professionals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Technology
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