Please join the World Affairs Council of Austin and the U.S. Department of Commerce for a White House Business Council briefing on international trade with Assistant Secretary of State for […]
The World Affairs Council of Austin's International Trade Center is pleased to offer the Global Business Series: Trade Briefing on Macedonia featuring Ms. Zorica Ilin, Head of Texas Foreign Office of the Agency for Foreign Investment and Export Promotion of the Republic of Macedonia. Since its independence in 1991, Macedonia has made progress in liberalizing […]
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 […]
The Central Texas International Business Coalition program will include great speakers and global trade updates. Our featured speaker this month includes: Darren Hutchinson, Vice President, Corporate Sales at World First. Arun M. Kumar, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Global Markets and Director General of the US and Foreign Commercial Services, leads the trade and […]
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. Experts from some of the UK’s most innovative companies and the Dell Medical School will explore how measuring human health can be […]
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 […]
Texas - Latin America Business Summit Helps Texas Companies Access Nearshore Expanding Markets The World Affairs Council of Austin will present the Texas-Latin America Business Summit on November 3, 2016 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Google Fiber Space, 201 Colorado Street. RSVP here. The Summit brings trade promotion experts and business decision-makers […]
The World Affairs Council of Austin's International Trade Center is pleased to offer the Global Business Series: Trade Briefing on Ireland featuring Consul General Adrian Farrell. RSVP here. Consul General Farrell will provide an overview of the Celtic Tiger's impressive economy and opportunities for central Texas businesses. Ireland’s low corporation tax of 12.5% and a […]
Are you seeking to expand your business in Latin America? This 1/2 day hands-on Cultural Confidence workshop will help ensure your success by developing the awareness, knowledge and skills necessary […]
H.E. Mr. Vasko Naumovski, the Republic of Macedonia's Ambassador to the USA, will join World Affairs Council of Austin members for an exclusive political and trade briefing. Due to high interest, this event is filled to capacity. World Affairs Council of Austin members receive exclusive invitations to private events. Membership information is available […]
The Central Texas International Business Coalition's regular informational networking agenda will include great speakers and global trade updates. Our featured speaker this month Arcie Jordan, Partner at GARDERE, will discuss the "Potential Effects of the 2016 Presidential Election on U.S. Investments in Mexico." RSVP HERE. The International Business Coalition (IBC) strives to develop […]
The U.S. has a trade embargo with Cuba, but... Do you wonder about the future of U.S.-Cuba trade relations? Did you know that you can now export food, agricultural, and other products or services to Cuba? Did you know that you can now import certain items from Cuba? Have you ever considered traveling to Cuba […]
The World Affairs Council of Austin's International Trade Center is pleased to offer the Global Business Series: Trade and Investment Briefing on Malaysia featuring Mr. Chekib Akrout, Senior VP at AMD and Mr. Haizril Rahman, Director of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority in Houston. RSVP HERE Agenda for meeting at BBVA Compass 1703 W. Fifth […]
The World Affairs Council of Austin, in partnership with the United Kingdom Department of International Trade and the Association of British Healthcare Industries (ABHI) invites you to a networking reception highlighting the United Kingdom's Lifescience and MedTech Delegation's visit to Austin. If your company is within the Lifescience or MedTech industry sector(s) and you are […]
Austin (Central Texas), Bavaria (Germany) and Québec (Canada) have built a solid reputation among the most innovative and talent-driven regions. Their success is also about building the necessary synergies and engaging smart policies. Leaders of the 3 regions are meeting at SXSW to share their views about the many challenges of today’s digital public strategies: […]