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SUMMARY:Texas-Mexico Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Texas-Mexico Summit is offered to business executives through a collaboration with the Association of Mexican Entrepreneurs (AEM).  In 2015\, Texas exported $94.5 billion in goods to Mexico.  These exports to Mexico represented 38% of Texas’ total exports.  Under NAFTA\, Texas’ exports to Mexico have increased by 384%\, with an annual average growth rate of 7.2% over 21 years. \nMexican and American CEOs\, entrepreneurs\, business leaders\, as well as high ranking government officials will come together in the capital of the Lone Star state on May 4th and 5th.  The Texas-Mexico Summit will provide corporate executives with the resources they need to engage in cross-border business growth and thereby strengthen the bi-national trade relationship between Mexico and the USA. \nMay 4th Agenda \n9 am\nRegistration opens\n9:30 am\nAEM Board & Chapter Presidents’ Special Session*\n10:30 am\nWelcome & Opening Remarks\nMexico Ambassador to USA Gerónimo Gutiérrez (invited)\n11:30 am\nDISCUSSION: How to create successful binational businesses\nPanelists: Mexico and U.S. CEOs\n12:30 pm\nLUNCH\n2:00pm\nKEYNOTE PRESENTATION: “Mexico US NAFTA challenges ahead”\n3:00pm\nDISCUSSION: Coming to US from Mexico and creating a successful business\nPanelists: Mexico SMB CEO’s\n4:00pm\nCoffee Break\n4:15 pm\nDISCUSSION: Strategic importance of Mexico to Texas trade & economy\nPanelists: U.S and Mexico’s Senior Experts\n5:30 pm\nNetworking Round tables\n6:30 pm\nBREAK\n7:30 – 11 pm\nAEM Summit Reception & Leadership Awards Ceremony\n 
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/business-opportunities-in-mexico/
LOCATION:Archer Hotel Austin\, 3121 Palm Way\, Austin\, TX\, 78758\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americas,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170417T210229Z
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SUMMARY:Russia & the West: Significance\, Challenges\, and Potential
DESCRIPTION:In collaboratation with the World Affairs Council of Austin\, the Kozmetsky Center will co-sponsor a conference on Russia & the West: Significance\, Challenges\, and Potential. Distinguished experts of the United States\, European\, and Eurasian academic\, policy and private sector communities will assess contemporary and future security and economic relations between Russia and the West. \nSpeakers will share perspectives on the importance of Russia’s bilateral and multilateral relationships with Western nations\, immediate and longer-term strategic interests and priorities\, economic and security aspects of Russia’s relationships with Western countries\, significance that should be assigned to values in defining these relationships\, and overall implications of Russia’s relationships with Western nations for the contemporary and potential emerging geopolitical world order. \nOpening Forum on April 25th from 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm \nBilateral and Multilateral Relationships on April 26th from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm \nDimensions of Security & Economic Relationships on April 26th from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm \nThe program will take place in Jones Auditorium on the St. Edwards University campus.  No RSVPs necessary for these events.  Speaker and program information is available here.\nThis will be the third conference event on transatlantic security funded by a U.S. Department of Education Title VI National Resource Program grant in cooperation with the Center for European Studies and Center for Russian\, East European\, and Eurasian Studies at University of Texas\, Austin.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/russia-the-west-significance-challenges-and-potential/
LOCATION:St. Edwards University\, Jones Auditorium\,  3001 South Congress\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,cultural,diplomatic,educational,Europe,Law and regulations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170420T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20170329T162803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170420T223800Z
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SUMMARY:International Business Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to hear an update from Lisa J. Kubiske\, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for International Finance & Development in the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs for the U.S. Department of State.   \nA United States diplomat with experience in Latin America and China\, she served as the U.S. Ambassador to Honduras\, and Deputy Chief of Mission in Brazil and in the Dominican Republic.  Earlier assignments include: Western Hemisphere Economics Director at the State Department; Officer in the State Department’s Operations Center and Secretariat Staff; Investment Director and Negotiator at the United States Trade Representative’s Office; chief of the Economic-Political Section at the U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong; as well as additional work in Shanghai and Mexico City.   \nWith gratitude to our hosts:
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/international-business-coalition-meeting-3/
LOCATION:BBVA Bank\, 1703 W. 5th\, Ste. 500\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ambassador,Americas,Asia,Business,Global Trade,International Trade Center,Luncheon Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170412T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170412T193000
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CREATED:20170329T012611Z
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SUMMARY:Hot Topic: Germany and Migration
DESCRIPTION:Germany is the second most popular migration destination in the world.  In 2015\, Germany recorded the highest influx of immigrants (1.14 million) in post-World War II history.  Net immigration increased 49 percent\, with the majority of immigrants coming from outside of Europe.  In 2016\, the German labor market remained the tightest in over 25 years.  Bolstered by government expenditures and private consumption\, output increased at the fastest pace in five years.  Attend this session to learn about immigration from a German perspective as our featured speakers address the following questions: \nWhat is the average German’s view on immigration? \nWhy did Germany establish a new integration law? \nAre there any similarities with the USA and its own immigration policies? \nAgenda \n6:00 pm Registration and Networking\n6:15 pm  Featured speaker introductions \nBernard “Ben” Buecker\, Attorney at Law\, Former Honorary Consul\, Federal Republic of Germany \nStefan Felsner\, Attorney at Law & Partner\, Toennes & Felsner Fachanwält \n6:45 pm Q&A period\n7:15 pm Concluding remarks\n7:30 pm Departures\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/hot-topic-germany-and-migration/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. Second Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Europe,Law and regulations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170329T183000
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SUMMARY:Austin Global Business Forum
DESCRIPTION: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 industry will share their perspectives on how individuals can best prepare for careers in an increasingly globalized business environment. \nThis program will feature representatives from the Office of the Governor of Texas\, Austin Business Journal\, and other professionals based in the local community with extensive experience in business and finance throughout various regions of the world. \nThe event will take place in Jones Auditorium on the St. Edwards University campus. \n 
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/austin-global-business-forum-for-career-planning/
LOCATION:St. Edwards University\, Jones Auditorium\,  3001 South Congress\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Americas,Asia,Business,educational,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade,Middle East
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170321T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170321T133000
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SUMMARY:Advantage Dubai Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin\, and the U.S.-U.A.E. Business Council along with Protocol & Etiquette Worldwide are pleased to present the Advantage Dubai Seminar. \nJoin the Dubai Department of Economic Development’s Foreign Direct Investment Development Agency to learn about the innovation driven economy of Dubai. This interactive program will detail the 10 major innovation pillars of Dubai.  Attendees will learn how Dubai serves as a platform to enhance business growth within the UAE\, as well as further markets through its geographic location\, human capital\, infrastructure\, government vision\, and “can do attitude.”  Additional topics will include the investment climate\, leading sectors for U.S. export\, investment\, and business etiquette. \nREGISTER TODAY! \nAgenda \n11:15 am Registration and Networking \n11:30 am Welcome and Delegation Introductions \nMr. Ibrahim Ahli\, Director of Investment Promotion\, Dubai FDI \n11:40 am Overview and Business Advantages in Dubai \n12:15 pm Freezone Presentations \nDubai Silicon Oasis Authority\, TECOM\, Dubai Internet City\, Dubai South\, Dubai Commodities Trade Zone \n1:15 pm Q&A \n1:30 pm Concluding Remarks \n  \nThe United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.) is a significant U.S. export market and an important regional hub for American companies doing business throughout the Middle East\, Africa and South Asia. The U.A.E. has a population of approximately 9.5 million\, out of which about 85 percent is expatriates. In 2015\, the U.A.E. registered a real GDP growth rate of 3.9 percent\, down from 4.6 percent in 2014.  Due to its vast oil wealth and relatively small population to which it must provide services\, the U.A.E. is well positioned to ride out the current low-oil-price economy.  To diversify away from oil\, the government is transitioning from an investment economy to a knowledge economy.  To this end\, it is focused on developing new industrial and commercial sectors\, including aerospace\, healthcare\, education\, and defense and tourism. \nThe U.A.E. is a leading commercial center serving the Middle East\, Africa\, and South Asia\, with a significant portion of its import volume ultimately being re-exported. Dubai in particular plays a central role as a regional trade\, logistics and tourism hub.  Its economy has also been buoyed by ongoing construction and infrastructure projects in the lead-up to the Dubai World Expo 2020.  While the construction sector has come under substantial pressure due to the prolonged slump in oil prices\, the sector remains resilient\, and Dubai’s planned real estate and infrastructure projects are progressing.  Most notably\, the expansion of the Al-Maktoum International Airport by Dubai Airport Authority\, valued at $33 billion\, is Dubai’s single biggest project.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/advantage-dubai-seminar/
LOCATION:Headliner’s Club\, 221 W. Sixth Street\,\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,cultural,educational,Global Business Series,Global Trade,International Trade Center,Middle East
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170313T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20170307T215958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170307T215958Z
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SUMMARY:Connecting Globally & Acting Locally: Austin\, Bavaria and Quebec 's Public Digital Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Austin (Central Texas)\, Bavaria (Germany) and Québec (Canada) have built a solid reputation among the most innovative and talent-driven regions. Their success is also about building the necessary synergies and engaging smart policies.  \nLeaders of the 3 regions are meeting at SXSW to share their views about the many challenges of today’s digital public strategies: tech entrepreneurship\, public open data\, evolving education programs\, advanced research\, social inclusive process\, infrastructure investments\, etc.  \n  \nKEY NOTE SPEAKERS: \n– Steve Adler\, Mayor of Austin \n– Dominique Anglade\, Quebec Minister of Economy\, Science & Innovation and Digital Strategy \n– Siegfried Schneider\, President of the Bavarian Regulatory Authority for New Media (BLM) \nMODERATOR: \n– Barbary Brunner\, CEO of the Austin Technology Council \n**Networking with Austin\, Bavarian\, Quebec business delegations
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/connecting-globally-acting-locally-austin-bavaria-and-quebec-s-public-digital-strategies/
LOCATION:Bungalow\, 92 Rainey Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americas,Business,educational,Europe,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170309T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170309T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170302T043835Z
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SUMMARY:British Life Science and MedTech Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin\, in partnership with the United Kingdom Department of International Trade and the Association of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI) invites you to a networking reception highlighting the United Kingdom’s Lifescience and MedTech Delegation’s visit to Austin. \nIf your company is within the Lifescience or MedTech industry sector(s) and you are looking to find partners across the pond\, please join us by registering at the link below. \nAssociation of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI)\n\nThe Association of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI) is the industry association for the medical technology sector in the UK.  ABHI’s mission is to champion the benefits and use of safe and effective medical technologies to deliver high quality patient outcomes. With over 250 members\, ABHI leads the advocacy of the industry in order to advance access to medical technology. Our  membership includes some of the leading multinational businesses in the sector in the UK right the way through to small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). \nABHI membership is open to manufacturers as well as service companies involved in the sector\, such as distributors\, professional groups and lawyers. \nABHI was formed in the late 1980s to address Industry’s need to engage with the fast moving regulatory landscape and to support UK companies export their products around the world.  ABHI has since grown and now has teams focusing on: UK market affairs;international policy; communications and public affairs; technical and regulatory issues; environmental issues; and events and exhibitions. \n \n 
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/british-life-science-and-medtech-networking-event/
LOCATION:Norton Rose Fulbright\, 98 San Jacinto Blvd. Suite 1100\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Global Trade,International Trade Center,MedTech
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170308T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170308T210000
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SUMMARY:INTERNATIONAL WOMAN’S DAY DINNER AND WORK SESSION
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin is pleased to partner again this year with the Austin Chapter of the United Nations Association of the United States of America to offer the International Woman’s Day Dinner Program. \nTopic For The Evening\n“Cities for CEDAW”\nThe Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Women\nKeynote: Rita Maran\, Ph.D – Lecturer\, Univ of California & VP for Advocacy\, UNA-USA \nFollowed by a Prominent Panel of Speakers to Address:\n“Why it is Important to Build Cities Awareness for Women’s Issues.” \nJessica Robledo – Chief of Police\, Pflugerville Texas. \nLinda Young– CEO\, Catalysts for Innovation L3C \n  \nMembers of the World Affairs Council of Austin may register for this event at the $40 “Member” rate.  Become a member of the World Affairs Council of Austin today to obtain this discounted event rate. \n 
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/international-womans-day-dinner-and-work-session/
LOCATION:Austin Women’s Club\, 708 San Antonio Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:cultural,educational,Law and regulations,Women Empowerment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170216T200000
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CREATED:20161231T002222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170115T042832Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit Opening for Visiting Ceramicist Kuniyuki Shashihara
DESCRIPTION: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 public at the Asian American Resource Center\, the Dougherty Arts Center and St. Edward’s University. \nNo RSVP required for this event at Tokyo Electron U.S. Holdings\, 2400 Grove Blvd\, Austin\, TX 78741.  This exhibit at TEL US will run through March 9\, 2017. \n  \nBiography: \nWith 35 years of working with clay\, Mr. Sashihara is known for his expressive and functional pottery.  He describes his current work as being “centered on functional pieces for everyday use\, however\, I experience joy in finding ways to express myself within the confines of this genre. I am inspired by the great masters who have come before me in terms of technique as well as the balance and overall style of my work. I also take inspiration from beautiful natural settings\, sculpture\, and paintings.” \nMr. Sashihara apprenticed in Saga Prefecture in the Arita Yaki style of pottery after graduating from university.  His work is celebrated throughout Japan in both group and solo exhibitions.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/exhibit-opening-for-visiting-ceramicist-kuniyuki-shashihara/
LOCATION:Tokyo Electron U.S. Holdings\, Inc.\, 2400 Grove Boulevard\, Austin\, TX\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,cultural,educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20161217T001344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170226T214716Z
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SUMMARY:Academic WorldQuest
DESCRIPTION: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 Washington DC.  Our competition consists of 10 rounds of 10 questions about specific global themes. \nSchools can register teams of 4 students in grades 9 – 12\, however; the contest is especially relevant to students in World Geography\, AP Human Geography and Economics. \nOur competition is scheduled for Saturday\, February 11th at Vandegrift High School\, 9500 McNeil Drive\, Austin TX 78750. \nAWQ is a terrific opportunity to engage your students in global affairs and compete against fellow high school students in the area.  We have had great success and participation in this event in past years and want to make it even bigger this year!
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/academic-worldquest-2/
LOCATION:Vandegrift High School\, 9500 McNeil Drive\, Austin\, TX\, 78750\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Americas,Asia,cultural,educational,Europe,Middle East
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170202T093000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20170104T012542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170106T224153Z
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SUMMARY:Global Business Series: Malaysia Trade and Investment Briefing
DESCRIPTION: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 \nAgenda for meeting at BBVA Compass 1703 W. Fifth Street\, Suite 500 \n8:00 AM               REGISTRATION & NETWORKING \n8:30 AM               WELCOME REMARKS  by Martin Morales\, Commerical Banking Senior VP at BBVA Compass and Ben Ramirez\, VP of WACA \n8:40 AM               PRESENTATION by Haizril Rahman\, Director of MIDA HOUSTON \n8:55 AM               VIDEO PRESENTATION \n9:00 AM               PRESENTATION by Chekib Akrout\, Senior VP at AMD \n9:15 AM               Q&A \n9:30 AM               End of program \n\nAdditional industry sector information is available in the Malaysia Electric and Electronic Industry Update.\n\n\n\nChekib Akrout is senior vice president of the global operations and information technology organization at AMD. Akrout oversees teams responsible for global operations\, platform and product engineering\, and infrastructure and IT services. In this role\, Akrout is responsible for end-to-end yield\, costs\, quality\, and delivery of new AMD products to customers\, and optimizing business critical infrastructure and IT service/support. \nBefore joining AMD in 2008\, Akrout worked at Freescale Semiconductor as vice president and general manager of the Networking System Division where he focused on networking multi-core and Digital Signal Processing\, driving processor competitiveness in the networking markets.    Prior to Freescale\, he spent 23 years at IBM\, where his last assignment was vice president of Entertainment and Embedded Processor Development and was responsible for the Cell Project developed through a Sony/Toshiba/IBM partnership as well as Xbox 360 processor development for Microsoft and embedded PowerPC processors cores for SoC. \nAkrout holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the University Pierre & Marie Curie in France\, and a doctorate in electronics and physics. \n\n\n\nHaizril Abd Rahman is the current Director of MIDA Houston and was appointed on November 7\, 2016. He joined the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) in 2008 as an Economics Affair Officer. He served in Electrical & Electronics Industries Division at MIDA headquarters in Kuala Lumpur\, Malaysia before being assigned to MIDA US office in Boston as the Deputy Director in 2014.  Haizril graduated from the University Tenaga Nasional\, Malaysia with a Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering. \nThe Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) is the government’s principal agency for the promotion of the manufacturing and services sectors in Malaysia. MIDA assists companies intending to invest in the manufacturing and services sectors\, as well as facilitates the implementation of their projects. The wide range of services provided by MIDA includes providing information on the opportunities for investments\, as well as facilitating companies which are looking for joint venture partners. \n\n  \nIn partnership with: \n\n \n\n\n\n            \n                \n      
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/global-business-series-malaysia-trade-briefing/
LOCATION:BBVA Bank\, 1703 W. 5th\, Ste. 500\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade,International Trade Center,Law and regulations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170131T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170131T193000
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UID:2269-1485885600-1485891000@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Ukraine between the EU\, US and Russia: The Quest for Security and Development
DESCRIPTION:Since the beginning of Euromaidan Ukraine finds itself entangled in a deep crisis that dramatically alters the situation in the country\, its internal (socio-economic\, regional) dynamics and international positioning vis-à-vis its neighbors and also other significant regional and global players. The depth of the crisis was evident since its start on November 30th\, 2013 but the scale of the crisis has markedly grown since Russian federation has carried out the annexation of Crimea in March 2014 and has begun its intervention in Donbas shortly afterwards. The crisis\, which originally mostly had features of an internal one\, has quickly internationalized\, becoming a conflict\, indeed\, with varying levels of intensity and at some points resembling an actual war. Throughout this period of time Ukraine has been faced with a number of urgent and critical challenges. It had to: engage in a military conflict with Russian troops and their proxies in Eastern Ukraine; cleanse the political system and introduce real\, meaningful reforms; reinvigorate its fledgling (and scarred by war) economy. In living up to dealing with all these tasks Ukraine must find a right format of dealing with some of the international players\, the most significant among them being Russian Federation\, the European Union and the United States of America.  RSVP HERE. \n  \nVolodymyr Dubovyk is an Associate Professor at the Department of International Relations and a Director of the Center for International Studies at the Odesa I. Mechnikov National University. Among his teaching and research interests are U.S. foreign policy\, U.S. – Ukraine relations\, Black Sea regional security\, foreign policy of Ukraine. He has had his fellowships at the Kennan Institute\, W. Wilson International Center for Scholars in 1997 and 2006-07 (Fulbright)\, at the Center for International and Security Studies at Maryland (CISSM)\, University of Maryland in 2002\, has been a visiting faculty at the University of Washington (Seattle) in 2013 and is a Fulbright Visiting Scholar at St. Edwards university/University of Texas\, Austin in 2016-2017 study year. Volodymyr was a member of various professional associations over the years\, he participates in PONARS Eurasia (New Approaches to Research and Security in Eurasia)\, project based in George Washington University.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/ukraine-between-the-eu-us-and-russia-the-quest-for-security-and-development/
LOCATION:ACC Highland Business Center 2nd Floor Boardroom\, 5930 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:cultural,diplomatic,educational,Europe
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170125T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170125T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20161015T152506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170104T034050Z
UID:2215-1485365400-1485376200@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Austin Business Professionals Series: Modern Dining Etiquette & Manners
DESCRIPTION:Sharon Schweitzer \nHow do we navigate business dining in a digital age?\nWorld Affairs Council of Austin and Sharon Schweitzer announce the Austin Business Professionals Series Inaugural Event: Business Dining Etiquette & Modern Table Manners. \nModern dining manners are important in today’s corporate and social environments. Research reveals 49% of CFOs report their most successful meetings occur out of the office\, at restaurants. For employers\, an applicant’s table manners may “make or break” a hiring decision. Event to be held at Ruth Chris’ Steak House\, 107 W. Sixth Street.  Seats are very limited\, please REGISTER HERE. \nHere to explain the ins and outs of modern dining manners is Sharon Schweitzer\, author\, cross-cultural trainer\, international etiquette expert\, and 2016 Greater Austin Business Award Winner. \n3-course Etiquette Dinner Tutorial: \n\nModern Guest & Host Duties\nNavigating the Place Setting\nSilverware & Napkin Savvy\nSilent Service Codes & Nonverbal Cues\nEating Various Foods & Menu Pronunciations\nTipping & Rideshare Etiquette\n\nNetworking Etiquette Tips: \n\nConversation Starters\nHow to Avoid (Engage) in Political Conversation\nClosing Conversations\n\nFAQ \nWhat are my transport/parking options getting to the event? \nValet Parking begins at 5:30 p.m.\, or find nearby street or garage parking. \nWhat can/can’t I bring to the event? \nVideotaping is not permitted. \n  \nAbout Sharon Schweitzer: \nSharon Schweitzer\, J.D.\, is an award-winning entrepreneur\, cross-cultural trainer\, modern manners & international etiquette expert and the founder of Protocol & Etiquette Worldwide. She is accredited in intercultural management\, is the resident etiquette expert for CBS Austin’s We Are Austin\, regularly quoted by BBC Capital\, Investor’s Business Daily\, Fortune\, and other media. She is the international award-winning author of the best-selling book Access to Asia: Your Multicultural Business Guide\, named to Kirkus Reviews’ Best Books of 2015\, and recipient of the British Airways International Trade\, Investment & Expansion Award at the 2016 Greater Austin Business Awards. \n 
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/holiday-dining-etiquette-modern-table-manners/
LOCATION:Ruth’s Chris Steak House\, 107 W 6th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:author,cultural,educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20161220T030348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170115T205514Z
UID:2392-1485162000-1485176400@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business with Cuba
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. has a trade embargo with Cuba\, but… \nDo you wonder about the future of U.S.-Cuba trade relations? \nDid you know that you can now export food\, agricultural\, and other products or services to Cuba? \nDid you know that you can now import certain items from Cuba? \nHave you ever considered traveling to Cuba for business? \nThe World Affairs Council of Austin’s International Trade Center\, in collaboration with the Texas-Cuba Trade Alliance\, and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension offers “Doing Business with Cuba”.  This program is designed to provide the information\, education\, and contacts crucial to facilitate successful business relations with Cuba. \nAttend this half-day seminar to learn more about opportunities in Cuba.  Reserve  your seat now!   RSVP HERE. \nTENTATIVE AGENDA \nMember Lounge\, State Capital Annex\, (Room E2.1002) \n9:00 am     Registration \n9:10 Welcome Remarks by Texas State Representative Rafael Anchia\, Chair\, Texas House International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs Committee and Ben Ramirez\, VP\, World Affairs Council of Austin \n9:30 Message from Governor Abbott  delivered by Michael Treyger\, Manager  Department of Business Assistance\,  Office of the Governor\, State of Texas \n9:45  The Cuban Market for Agricultural Products   Dr. Luis Ribera\, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension \n10:05 Export Controls (via Skype)  Alan W. Christian\, Senior Export Policy Analyst   Bureau of Industry and Security   U.S. Department of Commerce \n10:35  Break \n10:50  U.S. Perspective of Engagement with Cuba \nDarrin Hall\, United Airlines \nWayne Cleveland\, Texas Grain Sorghum Association \nRoy Gonzalez\, Biehl & Company \n11:20  US Treasury–OFAC Licenses  Cynthia Thomas\, TriDimension Strategies\, LLC \n11:40 Commercial Engagement with Cuba   Ruben Ramos\, Minister Counselor   Economic and Trade Office\, Embassy of Cuba \nContainerized Shipments to Cuba   Eradis González\, President  Almacenes Universales SA \nLeonardo Sosa\, Deputy Director  Mariel Container Terminal SA. \nSpecial Development Zone Mariel (ZEDM)  Ana Teresa Igarza\, General Director \n12:55 pm  Closing Remarks \n 
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/doing-business-with-cuba/
LOCATION:State Capitol\, 1100 Congress Avenue\, Austin\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americas,Business,Global Trade,International Trade Center,Law and regulations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20161122T021529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161122T021710Z
UID:2348-1481220000-1481229000@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Member Holiday Social
DESCRIPTION:To end the year and thank you for your membership\, we’re hosting a member social.  At the event\, you will get the opportunity to meet other members from across the community. \nPlease RSVP via your emailed invitation. Your presence is greatly appreciated.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/member-holiday-social/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161208T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20161122T025843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161122T030106Z
UID:2359-1481196600-1481202000@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:International Business Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Central Texas International Business Coalition’s regular informational networking agenda will include great speakers and global trade updates. \nOur featured speaker this month \nArcie Jordan\, Partner at GARDERE\, will discuss the “Potential Effects of the 2016 Presidential Election on U.S. Investments in Mexico.” \n  \nRSVP HERE. \n  \nThe International Business Coalition (IBC) strives to develop international business in central Texas\, focusing its efforts on: \n\nAttracting foreign direct investment;\nEncouraging international business relocation to central Texas; and\nPromoting international trade among central Texas businesses.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/international-business-coalition-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Austin Chamber of Commerce\, 535 E. Fifth Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americas,Asia,Business,Europe,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161129T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20160616T030409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161122T024131Z
UID:1982-1480419000-1480424400@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Country Briefing Featuring Macedonia's Ambassador to the USA\, H.E. Mr. Vasko Naumovski
DESCRIPTION:H.E. Mr. Vasko Naumovski\, the Republic of Macedonia’s Ambassador to the USA\, will join World Affairs Council of Austin members for an exclusive political and trade briefing.  Due to high interest\, this event is filled to capacity. \n  \n  \nWorld Affairs Council of Austin members receive exclusive invitations to private events.  Membership information is available at: www.wacaustin.org/membership
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/country-briefing-featuring-macedonias-ambassador-to-the-usa-h-e-mr-vasko-naumovski/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Ambassador,Business,cultural,diplomatic,educational,Europe,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20161106T193856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161106T193856Z
UID:2342-1479375000-1479385800@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business Successfully with Latin America
DESCRIPTION:Are you seeking to expand your business in Latin America? \nThis 1/2 day hands-on Cultural Confidence workshop will help ensure your success by developing the awareness\, knowledge and skills necessary to work and communicate effectively with Latin American counterparts and clients. \nIn order to maximize the outcomes of the Texas – Latin America Business Summit and provide sustained benefits\, Cultural Confidence is proud to bring you this opportunity in collaboration with the World Affairs Council of Austin and the International Accelerator. \nParticipants will: \n\nBecome aware of the subtle yet powerful impact culture has on international business success\nDevelop awareness of their cultural conditioning\, blind spots and how some behaviors can be perceived by Latin Americans counterparts\n\n\nGain insight into Latin American values\, communication styles and business practices and develop the ability to predict and understand the behaviour and expectations of their Latin American counterparts\n\n\nLearn to appreciate the different ways in which people are accustomed to work and communicate in Latin America\, leverage diversity and capitalize on differences\nStart developing culture-effective communication\, leadership\, conflict-resolution\, management and negotiation skills.\n\nIn order to maximize participation and learning outcomes\, space is limited to 20 participants. \nThe workshop will be held in beautiful space at the International Accelerator. \nBeverages and healthy snacks will be provided. \nWorkbook included.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/doing-business-successfully-with-latin-america/
LOCATION:International Accelerator\, 8121 Bee Cave Road Suite 150\, Austin\, TX\, 78746\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americas,Business,educational,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064424
CREATED:20161020T015925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T012044Z
UID:2222-1478800800-1478808000@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:World Affairs Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin’s annual event for global affairs-minded people like you! \nOn November 10th we will be presenting the Third Edition of World Affairs Trivia Night for adults. Have fun and show off your skills in geography\, current events\, global affairs\, world leaders and international culture. \nCompete against your friends and colleagues in 8 rounds of international themed trivia! Teams of 2 – 5 people can register for $20 per team.  Teams will have the opportunity to win prizes from local Austin businesses.  Proceeds of this event will support the winning team of high school students who will be competing in Washington\, DC at the national Academic WorldQuest! \n\nGather your team\, and register now. \n\nTHIS EVENT SUPPORTS ACADEMIC WORLDQUEST.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/world-affairs-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Ginger Man\, 301 Lavaca Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charity Fundraiser,educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161110T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064425
CREATED:20160825T005400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T013129Z
UID:1959-1478778300-1478782800@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Global Business Series: Ireland Trade Briefing
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin’s International Trade Center is pleased to offer the Global Business Series: Trade Briefing on Ireland featuring Consul General Adrian Farrell.  RSVP here.  Consul General Farrell will provide an overview of the Celtic Tiger’s impressive economy and opportunities for central Texas businesses.   Ireland’s low corporation tax of 12.5% and a talented pool of high-tech laborers have been key factors in encouraging business investment.\n\n  \nProgram partners include: \n  \n \n                                                   
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/global-business-series-ireland-trade-briefing/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161103T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161103T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064425
CREATED:20161018T173828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T015544Z
UID:2229-1478194200-1478201400@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:NATO's Critical Importance for United States and Global Security
DESCRIPTION:“NATO’s Critical Importance for United States and Global Security: Regional Security Challenges to the East and South” \nThis session will offer an overview and assessment of NATO’s major contemporary regional challenges followed by a roundtable exchange with attendees.  EVENT FILLED TO CAPACITY. \n  \nDespina Afentouli currently serves as Program Officer for Partnerships\, Cooperative Security and Open Door policies\, regional coordinator for South Caucasus & Central Asia\, and Program Officer for Greece at NATO’s Public Diplomacy Division. Before joining NATO\, from 1986 to 2001\, Despina Afentouli had extensive experience as a foreign policy and European affairs journalist and columnist including serving as European Affairs Editor at the Athens News Agency (1997-2001)\, editor-in-chief of the Greek edition of the Economist Intelligence Unit reports ( 1996-1999)\, diplomatic correspondent for STAR Channel (1995-1996) and Messimvrini Daily\, (1995-1996)\, political correspondent at Kathimerini Daily (1989-1994)\, and Foreign Affairs editor\, Athens Municipal Radio (1986-1989). Ms. Afentouli studied Law at Athens University (BA) and earned an MA degree in Political Communication at the University of Paris-I (Sorbonne). She was a member of the European Association of Journalists and served as Secretary General of the European Network of Women Journalists (1994-98).  She is the author of four books (“A journey in Greek foreign policy”\, Athens\, Potamos\, 2005/”EMU: The day after”\, Athens\, Dromeas\, 1999/ “The Europe we want”\, Athens\, I. Sideris\, 1997/”May ’68: Twenty years after”\, Athens\, Odysseas\, 1988) and of numerous articles on international relations and foreign policy.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/natos-critical-importance-for-united-states-and-global-security/
LOCATION:EVENT FILLED TO CAPACITY\, Austin\, 78705
CATEGORIES:diplomatic,educational,Europe
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064425
CREATED:20161004T142934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161031T014519Z
UID:2170-1478163600-1478178000@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:TX-LATAM Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:Texas – Latin America Business Summit Helps Texas Companies Access Nearshore Expanding Markets\n \nThe World Affairs Council of Austin will present the Texas-Latin America Business Summit on November 3\, 2016 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Google Fiber Space\, 201 Colorado Street.  RSVP here.  The Summit brings trade promotion experts and business decision-makers together for panels and meetings.  The event is a unique face-to-face opportunity for Austin corporate representatives to make connections and learn about current inbound and outbound business opportunities with Mexico\, Colombia\, Chile\, Argentina\, and other nations. \nHighlights of the 2016 Summit will include a LATAM market overview by Gary Hoover\, Founder of Hoover’s Online and first Entrepreneur-in-Residence of the Herb Kelleher Center for Entrepreneurship at the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin. \nOver the last decade\, the region experienced a deep economic and social transformation\, which lifted millions out of poverty and swelled the ranks of the middle class.   Latin America’s economy is expected to rebound during 2017 and expand 2.0% against a backdrop of stronger global growth.  Attend the Summit and learn how your company may benefit from this growth.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/tx-latam-business-summit/
LOCATION:Google Fiber Space\, 201 Colorado Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americas,Business,educational,Global Trade,International Trade Center,Law and regulations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161025T100000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064425
CREATED:20150929T230908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161017T194732Z
UID:1499-1477382400-1477389600@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Global Business Series: Successfully Entering Japan's IoT Market
DESCRIPTION: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. \nReceive an overview of current market trends and learn which industry sectors have the greatest growth opportunities for U.S. companies. \nPresentation topic areas include: \n\nCloud/Analytics\, Device/Network\, Smart City\nCase studies of U.S. companies that have successfully entered the Japanese IoT market\nResources available both here and in Japan to make seamless market entry\n\nAgenda for October 25\, 2016 \n8:00 AM  Registration & Networking Breakfast \n8:30 AM   IoT Seminar \n10:00 AM   One-on-one consultations  (contact keith_sanders at jetro.go.jp  to schedule your meeting) \nSeating is limited. Advance registration requested. Registration deadline October 18\, 2016
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/it-industry-briefing-how-to-successfully-enter-japans-tech-market/
LOCATION:Headliner’s Club\, 221 W. Sixth Street\,\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,educational,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161020T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161020T183000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064425
CREATED:20161018T173145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161019T011446Z
UID:1958-1476975600-1476988200@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:United Kingdom MedTech Briefing
DESCRIPTION:More Grand Prix cars are made in Britain than any other country. The UK’s world-leading technology and advanced engineering results in high performance on the track as well as innovation across diverse industries. \nExperts from some of the UK’s most innovative companies and the Dell Medical School will explore how measuring human health can be expanded to affect systemic health challenges\, discuss existing technologies and critical gaps\, and unique opportunities for innovation. \nConfirmed speakers include:\n• Duncan Bradley\, Design Director\, McLaren Applied Technologies\n• Stacey Chang\, Executive Director\, Design Institute for Health\, Dell Medical School\n• Adam Hill\, MD\, Chief Medical Officer\, McLaren Applied Technologies\n• Clay Johnston\, MD\, PhD\, Dean\, Dell Medical School\n• Philip Kennedy\, Chairman\, Association of British Healthcare Industries\n• William Tierney\, MD\, Chair of Population Health\, Dell Medical School\n• Nick van Terheyden\, MD\, Chief Medical Officer\, Dell Computers\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday 20 October 2016\n\n\n3:00 – 5:00pm Panel Discussion\n5:00 – 6:30pm Reception
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/united-kingdom-medtech-briefing/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161013T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161013T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064425
CREATED:20161019T012926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161019T012926Z
UID:2194-1476358200-1476363600@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:International Business Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Central Texas International Business Coalition program will include great speakers and global trade updates.  Our featured speaker this month includes:\n \n  \nDarren Hutchinson\, Vice President\, Corporate Sales at World First.\n \nArun M. Kumar\, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Global Markets and Director General of the US and Foreign Commercial Services\, leads the trade and investment promotion efforts for the US Government.  He also serves as the International Trade Administration’s lead official advocating better market access for US exporters. Kumar has extensive global experience in the business world.  Prior to his nomination by President Obama\, he was a partner and member of the Board of Directors at KPMG\, LLP.  He led the firm’s West Coast Management Consulting practice serving major global clients while creating thought leadership to advance business practices in finance management.  He also founded and led KPMG’s US-India Practice.  Previously\, Kumar was a founding CEO and CFO of three Silicon Valley technology ventures.  \nWorld First is one of the world’s leading international payment companies\, helping over 100\,000 clients save money on their international exchange. Whether importing or exporting\, paying salaries overseas or making supplier payments\, exchange rates are critical and can impact your company’s bottom line. World First will offer insights regarding ways to protect your company earnings against economic factors such as Brexit by utilizing their FX solution tailored specifically for the needs of your business. \n  \nThe International Business Coalition (IBC) strives to develop international business in central Texas\, focusing its efforts on:  \n\nAttracting foreign direct investment;\nEncouraging international business relocation to central Texas; and \nPromoting international trade among central Texas businesses.\n\n 
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/international-business-coalition-meeting/
LOCATION:ACC Highland Business Center 2nd Floor Boardroom\, 5930 Middle Fiskville Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Africa,Americas,Asia,Business,Europe,Global Trade,International Trade Center,Luncheon Series,Middle East
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161012T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161012T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064425
CREATED:20160817T230558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160901T191715Z
UID:2126-1476293400-1476298800@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Iran - Post Sanctions
DESCRIPTION:With a population of 80 million\, a diverse economy and an incredible demand for all things new and luxurious Iran has been described as the next “big thing”.  However\, a year after reaching a deal to end some of the internationally imposed sanctions challenges prove as formidable as opportunities.  This is particularly true in the aviation sector where Iran tried to acquire close to 300 new airplanes placing orders with Boeing and Airbus. \nBe sure to register to learn more from Ali Dadpay\, PhD\, Advisory Board Member of the United States-Iran Chamber of Commerce (USIRCC).   USIRCC utilizes its strategic position to advance American and Iranian business interests within legal and regulatory parameters. \n  \n  \n 
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/iran-post-sanctions/
LOCATION:ACC Highland Business Center Board Room\, ACC Highland Business Center\, 2nd Floor Board Room\, 5930 Middle Fiskville Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,diplomatic,educational,Global Trade,Law and regulations,Middle East
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161004T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161004T203000
DTSTAMP:20260506T064425
CREATED:20160817T232959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160831T193534Z
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SUMMARY:The Climate Change Challenge and Implications for National Security
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday evening October 4\, the Kozmetsky Center and World Affairs Council of Austin will host U.S. Navy Admiral (Ret.) David W. Titley\, Ph.D.\, Professor of Practice in the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science at Pennsylvania State University.  While serving in the Pentagon\, Admiral Titley initiated and led the U.S. Navy’s Task Force on Climate Change. After retiring from the Navy\, Dr. Titley served as the deputy undersecretary of commerce for operations\, the chief operating officer position at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. He served as a naval officer for 32 years and rose to the rank of rear admiral. Dr. Titley’s career included duties as commander of the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command; oceanographer and navigator of the Navy; and deputy assistant chief of naval operations for information dominance. He also served as senior military assistant for the director\, Office of Net Assessment in the Office of the Secretary of Defense. \nProfessor Titley is a nationally recognized expert in the field of climate\, the Arctic\, and National Security\, and he is founding Director of Penn State University’s Center for Solutions to Weather and Climate Risk. \nDr. Titley serves on numerous advisory boards and National Academies of Science committees\, including the CNA Military Advisory Board and the Science and Security Board of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists. Dr. Titley is a fellow of the American Meteorological Society and was awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Alaska\, Fairbanks. \nNO RSVPs necessary. \n  \nPlease note that the Kozmetsky Center will also be hosting Dr. Geoff Dabelko\, Professor and Director of the Environmental Studies Program at Ohio State University and Senior Advisor for the Environmental Change and Security Program at the Woodrow Wilson Center\, who will offer a second perspective on the critical climate change issue in March 2017.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/the-climate-change-challenge-and-implications-for-national-security/
LOCATION:St. Edwards University\, Carter Auditorium\, 3001 S. Congress Ave\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:climate change,educational
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SUMMARY:Vice Admiral Raquel Bono Discusses America's Navy and Military Health
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin\, in collaboration with Dell Medical School and ACC’s International Business Institute\, is pleased to host Vice Admiral Raquel Bono for a discussion of her career as both a Naval Officer and healthcare provider.  Vice Admiral Bono’s presentation will focus on the military health system\, as well as the Navy’s overall mission. \nVice Admiral Bono saw duty in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm as head\, Casualty Receiving\, Fleet Hospital 5 in Saudi Arabia from August 1990 to March 1991. Upon returning\, she was stationed at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth as a surgeon in the General Surgery department; surgical intensivist in the Medical/Surgical Intensive Care Unit and attending surgeon at the Burn Trauma Unit at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Her various appointed duties included division head of Trauma; head of the Ambulatory Procedures Department (APD); chair of the Laboratory Animal Care and Use Committee; assistant head of the Clinical Investigations and Research department; chair of the Medical Records Committee and command intern coordinator. She has also served as the specialty leader for Intern Matters to the surgeon general of the Navy. \nIn September 1999\, she was assigned as the director of Restorative Care at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda\, Maryland\, followed by assignment to the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery from September 2001 to December 2002 as the Medical Corps career planning officer for the chief of the Medical Corps. She returned to the National Naval Medical Center in January 2003 as director for Medical–Surgical Services. \nFrom August 2004 through August 2005\, she served as the executive assistant to the 35th Navy Surgeon General and chief\, Bureau of Medicine and Surgery. Following that\, she reported to Naval Hospital Jacksonville\, Florida\, as the commanding officer from August 2005 to August 2008. She then served as the chief of staff\, deputy director Tricare Management Activity (TMA) of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense\, Health Affairs (OASD(HA)) from September 2008 to June 2010. She later served as deputy director\, Medical Resources\, Plans and Policy (N093)\, chief of Naval Operations. \nFrom November 2011 to June 2013\, she served as the command surgeon\, U.S. Pacific Command\, Camp H.M. Smith\, Hawaii. From July 2013 to September 2013\, she served as acting commander Joint Task Force National Capital Region Medical. From September 2013 to October 2015\, she served as director\, National Capital Region Medical Directorate of the Defense Health Agency\, and as the 11th Chief\, Navy Medical Corps.  She currently serves as director\, Defense Health Agency. \nBono is a diplomat of the American Board of Surgery and has an Executive MBA from the Carson College of Business at Washington State University. \nHer personal decorations include Defense Superior Service Medal (three)\, Legion of Merit Medal (four)\, Meritorious Service Medal (two) and the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation medal (two). \nCommissioned in June 1979\,  Vice Adm. Raquel Bono obtained her baccalaureate degree from the University of Texas at Austin and attended medical school at Texas Tech University. She completed a surgical internship and a General Surgery residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth\, and a Trauma and Critical Care fellowship at the Eastern Virginia Graduate School of Medicine in Norfolk.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/vice-admiral-raquel-bono-discusses-americas-navy-and-military-health/
LOCATION:ACC Highland Learning Center Room 2403 Second Floor (old Highland Mall)\, 6101 Airport Blvd Room 1307 First Floor\, Austin\, TX\, 78752\, United States
CATEGORIES:educational,Global Trade
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SUMMARY:Annual Fiesta de El Grito de Independencia
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Consulate General of Mexico\, the Fiesta de Independencia Foundation\,  the City of Austin\, Univision\, the State Preservation Board\, and the Mexican American Legislative Caucus\, Austin’s annual Fiesta de El Grito de Independencia is a musical celebration and historical re-enactment of Mexico’s call for independence from Spain.  The event takes place each year on the South Steps of the State Capitol. \nThe Fiesta de El Grito was relocated to the grounds of the State Capitol and taken to a historic level of participation in 2013.  Last year’s event drew a crowd of over 10\,000. \nThis family-oriented celebration is alcohol free. Special programming includes Mexican and Tejano music\, Folklorico Dancers\, and food vendor booths.  The highlight of the evening is the re-enactment of “El Grito”\, by the Honorable Carlos González Gutiérrez\, Cónsul General de México. \nNo RSVPs necessary.
URL:http://wacaustin.org/event/annual-fiesta-del-grito-de-independencia/
LOCATION:State Capitol\, 1100 Congress Avenue\, Austin\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americas,cultural,educational
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