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International Business Coalition Meeting

Austin Chamber of Commerce 535 E. Fifth Street, Austin, TX, United States

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 […]

Member Holiday Social

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. Please RSVP via your emailed invitation. Your presence is greatly appreciated.

Doing Business with Cuba

State Capitol 1100 Congress Avenue, Austin, United States

The U.S. has a trade embargo with Cuba, but... Do you wonder about the future of U.S.-Cuba trade relations? Did you know that you can now export food, agricultural, and other products or services to Cuba? Did you know that you can now import certain items from Cuba? Have you ever considered traveling to Cuba […]

Austin Business Professionals Series: Modern Dining Etiquette & Manners

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 107 W 6th Street, Austin, TX, United States

Sharon Schweitzer How do we navigate business dining in a digital age? World Affairs Council of Austin and Sharon Schweitzer announce the Austin Business Professionals Series Inaugural Event: Business Dining Etiquette & Modern Table Manners. Modern dining manners are important in today's corporate and social environments. Research reveals 49% of CFOs report their most successful […]

$100 – $250

Ukraine between the EU, US and Russia: The Quest for Security and Development

ACC Highland Business Center 2nd Floor Boardroom 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, TX, United States

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 […]

Global Business Series: Malaysia Trade and Investment Briefing

BBVA Bank 1703 W. 5th, Ste. 500, Austin, TX, United States

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 […]

Academic WorldQuest

Vandegrift High School 9500 McNeil Drive, Austin, TX, United States

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 […]

Exhibit Opening for Visiting Ceramicist Kuniyuki Shashihara

Tokyo Electron U.S. Holdings, Inc. 2400 Grove Boulevard, Austin, TX, United States

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 […]

INTERNATIONAL WOMAN’S DAY DINNER AND WORK SESSION

Austin Women's Club 708 San Antonio Street, Austin, TX, United States

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. Topic For The Evening “Cities for CEDAW” The Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Women […]

British Life Science and MedTech Networking Event

Norton Rose Fulbright 98 San Jacinto Blvd. Suite 1100, Austin, TX, United States

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. If your company is within the Lifescience or MedTech industry sector(s) and you are […]

Connecting Globally & Acting Locally: Austin, Bavaria and Quebec ‘s Public Digital Strategies

Bungalow 92 Rainey Street, Austin, TX, United States

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. Leaders of the 3 regions are meeting at SXSW to share their views about the many challenges of today’s digital public strategies: […]

Advantage Dubai Seminar

Headliner's Club 221 W. Sixth Street,, Austin, TX, United States

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. Join 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 […]

Austin Global Business Forum

St. Edwards University, Jones Auditorium 3001 South Congress, Austin, TX, United States

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 […]

Hot Topic: Germany and Migration

Austin City Hall 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX, United States

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.  […]

International Business Coalition Meeting

BBVA Bank 1703 W. 5th, Ste. 500, Austin, TX, United States

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.   A United States diplomat with experience in Latin America and China, she served as the U.S. Ambassador to Honduras, […]

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