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SUMMARY:Estonia Business Delegation Networking Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:His Excellency\, Alar Karis\, the President of the Republic of Estonia requests the pleasure of your participation in a breakfast & conversation networking event with the Estonian Business Delegation. \nLocated in Northern Europe\, Estonia is one of the most dynamic\, business and startup-friendly ecosystems in the world and is the first truly digital-nation\, with more than 99% of state services available digitally and online – 24/7. \nAll of this is facilitated by one of Estonia’s greatest service exports – the system used daily to make all of this possible: the X-Road. The X-road is a smart data system that interconnects public and private databases and manages the connection to make sure that every system only has the data they need to complete a service\, but not more – always ensuring the privacy of the individual. \nIts efficient too – saving 1407 years of work\, annually\, removing the need for people to go back and forth tracking down data that the system\, or one part of the system\, already has.  It is an open-source platform and is exported internationally\, helping other countries and jurisdictions to build their own digital societies and infrastructures on top of this system. And what is truly exciting is that the more countries that onboard the system\, the more there is the potential for true cross-border interoperability where services from one country blend into and become accessible to citizens of another.  For example\, today\, a Finnish citizen can be prescribed medication in Finland\, and have the prescription filled in any pharmacy in Estonia – all by using their ID card and digital identity. \nEstonia’s robust digital infrastructure was opened to the global community in 2014\, with the launch of the world’s first e-Residency program. E-Residency affords a non-resident individual a legally recognized digital identity that is valid throughout the European Union. This means that non-residents of Estonia can transact within the European digital infrastructure seamlessly and remotely; digitally signing documents and contracts\, paying taxes\, registering a business\, etc. – all virtually and without the need for notaries or overnight mail. \nWith a population of only 1.3m people and a digitally-enabled\, can-do mindset\, Estonian businesses are “born global” with most entrepreneurs in the country beginning to look towards foreign markets from Day one.  And with a robust and collaborative startup ecosystem – sometimes referred to as “Silicon Valley’s best kept secret unicorn hatchery”\, a lean and innovative bureaucratic environment\, and a competitive tax system designed to enable growth\, rather than hamper it… it is no wonder that Estonia is such a hotbed for startups\, having become a veritable unicorn factory. \nEstonia is ranked #1 in Europe\, and #2 globally\, in terms of the number of startups per capita\, having given rise to globally recognized companies like such as Wise (formerly Transferwise)\, GrabCAD\, Fortumo\, Pipedrive\, Starship Technologies\, Skype\, and many\, many more – including 10 “unicorn” companies.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/estonia-business-delegation-networking-breakfast/
LOCATION:Capital Factory\, 701 Brazos Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade
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SUMMARY:Business Opportunity with Malaysia
DESCRIPTION:With extensive trade links and diversified economic sectors\, Malaysia is one of the fastest-growing nations in Southeast Asia. Ranked among the top emerging markets for investment and recognized for its protection of investors as well as its responsiveness to facilitating business needs\, Malaysia offers unique opportunities for investment and business growth. \nJoin the World Affairs Council of Austin and our partners – the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce\, City of Austin\, and other Austin Chambers of Commerce – as we explore business and investment opportunities with Malaysia. Network with globally-established companies and representatives from the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA). This reception and panel discussion focuses on the Malaysian market as it relates to Austin businesses and investment opportunities. \nThis event features a fireside chat-style discussion by Malaysian business representatives\, networking opportunities\, free drinks\, and Malaysian-themed appetizers\, all within a social business environment. Bring your business cards to participate in the interactive game and win a prize! Join us for this fun and educational networking event. \nREGISTER HERE\nEvent Agenda\n5:30 | Check-In and Refreshments\n6:00 | Welcome\n6:10 | Panel Discussion\n6:40 | Q&A\n6:50 | Games & Prizes\n7:00 | Networking\n7:30 | Closing Remarks \nKnow Before you Go\n\nParking at the Indeed Tower garage is a flat fee of $10 after 4 PM.\nBring your business cards.\nDress code for this event is business casual.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/business-opportunity-with-malaysia/
LOCATION:Indeed Tower\, 200 W. 6th Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Trade
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SUMMARY:Application Deadline for Texas CEOs B2B Meeting with Japanese CEOs
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin invites you to apply by September 29th for the web-based online CEO Business Meetings in February 2023. \nTargeted Innovation Sectors:\n \nAerospace; Robotics; Robot System Integrators; Factory Automation; AI/Deep Learning; IOT \nTargeted Eco Tech Sectors: \nEnergy (Clean\, Green\, Sustainable\, New); Carbon Neutral; Efficiency Improvement; New Material (Eco-friendly\, Sustainable) \nIntended for: Decision-makers (CEOs\, Directors\, GMs\, etc.) in above companies who are: \nSeeking to increase added value through technological collaboration. \nInvolved in manufacturing of equipment\, devices\, parts or materials\, and would like to have business meetings with Japanese corporate decision-makers. \nConsidering technical collaboration or joint development with Japanese companies\, and/or OEM in the above industries. \nApply to express your interest in joining this CEO network enhancing opportunity on/before noon on 29 September 2022 by contacting Ben Ramirez  – bramirez (at) wacaustin (.) org
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/application-deadline-for-texas-ceos-b2b-meeting-with-japanese-ceos-2/
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CATEGORIES:Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Trade
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