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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:https://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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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:https://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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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:https://wacaustin.org/event/united-kingdom-medtech-briefing/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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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:https://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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