"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 EU official, he has previously served as Chief Operating Officer of the newly-created European External Action Service now led by EU High Representative Federica Mogherini, […]
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 […]
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 […]
The World Affairs Council of Austin presents an exclusive luncheon featuring the Minister of Economy, Vazil Hudák, and HE Peter Kmec, Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the 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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
'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 […]
Exclusive event for World Affairs Council Members. Please join us for a special program on trade and investment opportunities in the Portuguese Republic. Portugal’s economy has been expanding at a steady pace since 2010. The newly elected government's approved budget signals that Portugal is recovering credibility in the markets as well as trust, stability and […]
In collaboration with the LBJ Presidential Library and the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, World Affairs Council of Austin members join key Austin business and community leaders at a private […]
In collaboration with the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce, the World Affairs Council of Austin is pleased to host a visit by Margaret Hanson-Muse, the Minister Counselor for Commercial Affairs for ASEAN. Ms. Hanson-Muse will discuss doing business in the ten Southeast Asian countries. Ms. Hanson-Muse will cover […]
As Austin businesses and startups continue to become increasingly global, the practical necessity of needing to hire and transfer highly-skilled professionals from foreign countries to Austin is becoming extremely important. […]