• Ambassador Charles Rivkin on the Trans-Pacific Partnership: Opening the World’s Most Dynamic Region to U.S. Business

    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 Economic and Business Affairs Ambassador Charles H. Rivkin. This will be an opportunity for you to ask questions and provide advice about international trade policies […]

  • Global Business Series: Macedonia Trade Briefing

    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 […]

  • Iran – Post Sanctions

    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 […]

  • International Business Coalition Meeting

    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 […]

  • United Kingdom MedTech Briefing

    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 […]

  • Global Business Series: Successfully Entering Japan’s IoT Market

    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 (Former CTO & VP, Corporate Development at Panasonic North America) for an interactive discussion of Japan’s IoT industry. Receive an overview of current market trends […]

  • TX-LATAM Business Summit

    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 […]

  • Global Business Series: Ireland Trade Briefing

    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 […]

  • Doing Business Successfully with Latin America

    International Accelerator 8121 Bee Cave Road Suite 150, Austin, TX, United States

    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 […]

    $125 – $150
  • International Business Coalition Meeting

    Austin Chamber of Commerce 535 E. Fifth Street, Austin, TX, United States

    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 […]

  • Doing Business with Cuba

    State Capitol 1100 Congress Avenue, Austin, United States

    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 […]

  • Global Business Series: Malaysia Trade and Investment Briefing

    BBVA Bank 1703 W. 5th, Ste. 500, Austin, TX, United States

    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 […]

  • British Life Science and MedTech Networking Event

    Norton Rose Fulbright 98 San Jacinto Blvd. Suite 1100, Austin, TX, United States

    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 […]