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  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Trade Mission to Asia with Austin Mayor Steve Adler

    Mayor Steve Adler is leading a delegation to Asia to explore trade and business opportunities in South Korea, China, Singapore, and Taiwan. The mayor will be meeting with government officials, business leaders and touring sites to learn about best practices and innovative solutions to affordability and mobility and other issues that can be applied to […]

  • Global Business Series: Discussion with Larry Tabash

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

    Larry Tabash is a Senior International Trade Specialist and Middle East expert for the U.S. Department of Commerce/U.S. Commercial Service in Austin, TX. He has held positions overseas with both […]

  • Nuevo León IT Sector Business Luncheon Briefing

    Capital Factory 701 Brazos Street, Austin, TX, United States

    This briefing and luncheon networking event will present specific business opportunities within Nuevo León's mature IT sector.  Monterrey, the capital city of Nuevo León state holds 4% of Mexico's total […]

  • Immigrant Heritage Month Press Conference & Reception

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

    In collaboration with the City of Austin's Commission on Immigrant Affairs, and FWD.US, join us at this event as we celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month.  Please be sure to register via the link below.

  • Zika Outbreak: The NGO Perspective

    WeWork 600 Congress Avenue 15th Floor, Austin, United States

    Join us for an exclusive briefing by Kate Dischino, Director of Emergency Programs with AmeriCares. AmeriCares is a health-focused nonprofit that has been helping people affected by poverty or disaster for over 35 years, including survivors of Ebola, cholera and other epidemics. Kate Dischino, director of emergency programs at AmeriCares, is on the front lines […]

  • Networking Reception with Austrian Startups

    Capital Factory 701 Brazos Street, Austin, TX, United States

    In collaboration with the Office of Science and Technology Austria (OSTA) and 3 Day Startup, join us as we celebrate Austrian entrepreneurship at the #AustriaIs networking reception, hosted by OSTA Washington in honor of the 3 Day Startup Austria to Austin Student Startup Exchange.  Austria to Austin is a intense, high energy two-week exchange where eighteen standout […]

  • Young African Entrepreneurs Fast Pitch Competition

    Capital Factory 701 Brazos Street, Austin, TX, United States

    In collaboration with the International Office at The University of Texas at Austin, you are invited to the 3rd Annual Mandela Washington Fellowship -  Pitch Competition! The 25 Fellows participating in UT Austin's Business and Entrepreneurship Institute will each present a 3-minute pitch. The young African entrepreneurs' pitches will be reviewed by the following judges: […]