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  • Fourth Annual TX-EU BUSINESS SUMMIT

    AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center 1900 University Ave, Austin, TX, United States

    Event Helps Texas Businesses Access the World’s Largest Economic Zone The World Affairs Council of Austin will co-host the 4th annual Texas-EU Business Summit, now 2 days, April 22nd- April […]

  • Luncheon with Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Affairs, José Antonio Meade Kuribreña

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

    The Austin Council on Foreign Affairs in conjunction with The Consulate General of México, The World Affairs Council of Austin, Asociacion de Empresarios Mexicanos, and The Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce luncheon featuring José Antonio Meade Kuribreña Secretary of Foreign Affairs of México Secretary Meade was born in Mexico. He received a degree in […]

    $40

  • Luncheon with H.E. Petr Gandalovič, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the USA

    EVENT FILLED TO CAPACITY Austin

    The World Affairs Council of Austin in collaboration with The Center for European Studies, and The Center for Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies at the University of Texas host a luncheon featuring H.E. Petr Gandalovič, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the USA. Ambassador Petr Gandalovič arrived in the United States on May 20, 2011. […]

    Free

  • Public Discussion Featuring EU Ambassador to the United States, David O’Sullivan

    AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center 1900 University Ave, Austin, TX, United States

    "Transatlantic Relations & Global Challenges: What's on the Agenda for 2016?" David O'Sullivan took up his post as European Union Ambassador to the United States in November 2014. A long-time […]

    Free

  • Business Viewpoint of the TPP and other Trade Agreements

    UT McCombs School of Business 2110 Speedway Room GSB 3.104, Austin, TX, United States

    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 […]

  • Business in China: A Conversation with Jeremy R. Haft

    ACC Highland Business Center Board Room ACC Highland Business Center, 2nd Floor Board Room, 5930 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX, United States

    Jeremy R. Haft has been starting and building companies in China for nearly two decades across the breadth of China's economy - from light and heavy industries to agriculture. He […]

    Free

  • Business Briefing on China Featuring John Frisbie

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

    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 […]

  • Global Business Series: Successful Cross Cultural Negotiation

    ACC Highland Learning Center Room 2217 (Second Floor) 6101 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX, United States

    Based on the 6D Model of Prof. Geert Hofstede, Salvador Apud will explain how the key components of a negotiation process are affected by the cultural background of the negotiators. In today’s globalized business environment, it is common to find ourselves negotiating or executing business deals with partners from different cultural backgrounds. Cultural misunderstandings can […]

  • Impact thu Innovation Forum

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

    Join the World Affairs Council of Austin, Tech Ranch, New Venture Institute, the City of Austin, 3D Innovation Labs, and Global Ascent Partners in celebrating the launch of iTi with a series of pitches from startups around the world whose ventures are focused on making a social and global impact through their innovation.  Learn more […]

  • Content Korea Startup Roadshow

    The Four Horsemen 310 E. Sixth Street, Austin, United States

    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 […]

  • Global Business Series: International Dimensions of Strong Corporate Cultures

    ACC Highland Learning Center Room 2217 (Second Floor) 6101 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX, United States

    Studies consistently show that the most engaged and innovative organizations, whether in the United States or elsewhere, tend to be the most successful. What do the cultures of these companies have in common? This presentation provides five foundational keys to a strong business culture and provide ways to bring these attributes to your own businesses. […]

  • Mr. Zhang Xiangchen, Deputy International Trade Representative for the People’s Republic of China.

    Omni Austin Hotel at Southpark 4140 Governors Row, Austin, United States

    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 […]

  • Author’s Night: Sharon Schweitzer Presents ‘Access to Asia’

    ACC Highland Business Center Board Room ACC Highland Business Center, 2nd Floor Board Room, 5930 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX, United States

    'Sharon Schweitzer, JD is an international etiquette expert, corporate trainer, Kirkus-acclaimed and Best-selling author of Access to Asia: Your Multicultural Guide to Building Trust, Inspiring Respect & Creating Long Lasting Business Relationships. Sharon’s dynamic, engaging and interactive delivery includes her humorous experiences in 60 countries on seven continents. Sharon provides organizations, law firms, universities and […]