In collaboration with the U.S. Department of Commerce, the Texas Camino Real District Export Council offers a seminar explaining how business representatives may take advantage of opportunities made available by the Trans-Pacific Partnership, and other U.S. Trade Agreements. Confirmed speakers include: Arun Kumar Director General of the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service and Assistant Secretary […]
China represents one of central Texas' strongest trading partners. Join the World Affairs Council of Austin as we welcome John Frisbie, President of the US-China Business Council (USCBC). Mr. Frisbie will discuss the economic climate in China and address the best prospects for Texas business. PLEASE RSVP to Ben Ramirez. John Frisbie has more […]
In collaboration with the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), the World Affairs Council of Austin invites local business representatives to hear from and meet 12 Korean Startups from diverse industry sectors -- education, art, fashion, technology, wellness, and virtual reality. KOCCA (a government organization) provides a comprehensive support system to nurture the content industry, with the aim of […]
Join World Affairs Council of Austin members for an exclusive presentation by Mr. Mr. Zhang Xiangchen, Deputy International Trade Representative for the People's Republic of China. Mr. Zhang Xiangchen's portfolio covers the Department of Foreign Assistance, the Department of Outward Investment and Economic Cooperation, the Department of American and Oceanian Affairs, the Bureau of International […]
In collaboration with the LBJ Presidential Library and the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, World Affairs Council of Austin members join key Austin business and community leaders at a private luncheon with the Ambassador of Vietnam to the USA. The main objective of this luncheon is to promote a comprehensive US-Vietnam partnership, of which key […]
In collaboration with the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce, the World Affairs Council of Austin is pleased to host a visit by Margaret Hanson-Muse, the Minister Counselor for Commercial Affairs for ASEAN. Ms. Hanson-Muse will discuss doing business in the ten Southeast Asian countries. Ms. Hanson-Muse will cover […]
Mayor Steve Adler is leading a delegation to Asia to explore trade and business opportunities in South Korea, China, Singapore, and Taiwan. The mayor will be meeting with government officials, business leaders and touring sites to learn about best practices and innovative solutions to affordability and mobility and other issues that can be applied to […]
Please join the World Affairs Council of Austin and the U.S. Department of Commerce for a White House Business Council briefing on international trade with Assistant Secretary of State for Economic and Business Affairs Ambassador Charles H. Rivkin. This will be an opportunity for you to ask questions and provide advice about international trade policies […]
The Central Texas International Business Coalition program will include great speakers and global trade updates. Our featured speaker this month includes: Darren Hutchinson, Vice President, Corporate Sales at World First. Arun M. Kumar, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Global Markets and Director General of the US and Foreign Commercial Services, leads the trade and […]
Is your company ready to reap the benefits of expanding into the world’s second largest technology market? Please join us as we welcome Mr. Eisuke Tsuyuzaki, JETRO Japan Technology Advisor (Former CTO & VP, Corporate Development at Panasonic North America) for an interactive discussion of Japan’s IoT industry. Receive an overview of current market trends […]
The Central Texas International Business Coalition's regular informational networking agenda will include great speakers and global trade updates. Our featured speaker this month Arcie Jordan, Partner at GARDERE, will discuss the "Potential Effects of the 2016 Presidential Election on U.S. Investments in Mexico." RSVP HERE. The International Business Coalition (IBC) strives to develop […]
The World Affairs Council of Austin's International Trade Center is pleased to offer the Global Business Series: Trade and Investment Briefing on Malaysia featuring Mr. Chekib Akrout, Senior VP at AMD and Mr. Haizril Rahman, Director of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority in Houston. RSVP HERE Agenda for meeting at BBVA Compass 1703 W. Fifth […]
Each year, Academic WorldQuest seeks to inform and engage high school teens and their teachers across the country in global affairs. More than 4,000 students participate and test their knowledge of international affairs, global current event issues, and foreign policy. The winning high school teams at each local competition is invited to participate at the national contest in […]
In collaboration with the Austin-Oita Sister Cities Committee and the City of Austin, an exhibit will feature works by master ceramicist Kuniyuki Sashihara from Oita, Japan. Mr. Sashihara will be in residence February 4-18th at the Dougherty Arts Center to create new work for his first U.S exhibitions. He will also provide lecture-demo opportunities for […]
The Kozmetsky Center in collaboration with Munday School of Business and World Affairs Council of Austin will host an evening Austin Global Business Forum to discuss Austin’s expanding international business engagement. Speakers will assess growth in Austin’s global business presence, regional concentrations, and potential for future expansion and development in specific industries and sectors. Leaders from […]