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  • 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 […]

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  • 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 will discuss the economic climate in China and address the best prospects for Texas business.   PLEASE RSVP to Ben Ramirez.   John Frisbie has more […]

  • 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 […]

  • H.E. Domingos Fezas Vital, Ambassador of Portugal to the USA Discusses Investment and Business Opportunities in Portugal

    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 […]

  • Business Luncheon Featuring H.E. Pham Quang Vinh, Vietnam’s Ambassador to the USA

    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 luncheon with the Ambassador of Vietnam to the USA.   The main objective of this luncheon is to promote a comprehensive US-Vietnam partnership, of which key […]

  • Southeast Asia and Trans-Pacific Partnership Briefing

    Asian American Resource Center 8401 Cameron Road, Austin, United States

    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 […]

  • Global Business Series: Immigration’s Impact on Austin Businesses & Startups

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

    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.  Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman for a lively and informative discussion on the impact of immigration on Austin businesses and our growing startup scene.  Jason […]

  • Fifth Annual Texas-EU Business Summit

    Hilton Hotel 500 E. 4th Street, Austin, TX, United States

    Helping Texas Businesses Access The World’s Largest Economic Zone In its 5th year, the Texas-EU Business Summit is the premier event for Texas businesses, entrepreneurs and economic development professionals seeking to expand their footprint in Europe. Texas is already the largest exporting state to the EU. The summit builds on that footprint, focusing on promoting […]

  • Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry Briefing

    Four Seasons Hotel 98 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX, United States

    Mr. Muhammad Ibrahim Kasumbi, former Senior Vice President of the Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry, is leading a 10 member delegation of Pakistani Businessmen, who are visiting United States of America to meet with the government officials and key trade associations and business organizations to discuss opportunities and challenges in increasing the bilateral trade […]