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SUMMARY:Doing Business in Japan
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin is once again a partner organization for the annual Oita Japan Festival!   You won’t want to miss the “Doing Business in Japan” seminars during the Festival.  The first seminar will start at 1:15 pm the same seminar repeats at 3:15 pm.  Texas exported over $6 billion in goods and services to Japan.  Japan is also a top five export market for central Texas companies.  Be sure to attend this informative session to learn more from our friends at the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO). \nThe business focused session will include an overview of Japan’s industry sectors including a look at the Japanese corporate presence in the U.S.\, Japanese cultural characteristics\, promising sectors for U.S. goods and services\, and resources for American companies wishing to establish a corporate entity in Japan. \nREGISTER HERE for the festival\nThe World Affairs Council of Austin has launched a B2B platform for Japanese and Texas companies to connect and find business partners.  Texas companies seeking to feature their products on the BizMatch online platform may complete the form located here.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/doing-business-in-japan-2/
LOCATION:Asian American Resource Center\, 8401 Cameron Road\, Austin\, 78754\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T141500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T143000
DTSTAMP:20190725T104425Z
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SUMMARY:Austin-Pune Official Sister City Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The Austin-Pune Sister City Committee\, Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce\, the City of Austin and World Affairs Council of Austin invite you to the official signing ceremony launching the Austin-Pune Sister City relationship.  Pune is the eighth largest city in India with a population of 4 million.  Austin and Pune’s economies rely heavily on the IT and manufacturing sectors.  Additionally\, Pune is considered the cultural capital of the state of Maharastra and the education capital of India or “the Oxford of the East.” \n \nThe Honorable Mayor Mrs. Mukta Shailesh Tilak will be welcomed by the Honorable Mayor Steve Adler and both will make remarks about the future of this relationship. \nNo RSVPs required\, please join us! \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/austin-pune-official-sister-city-ceremony/
LOCATION:Austin City Hall\, 301 W. Second Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Business,cultural,diplomatic,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190806T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190806T110000
DTSTAMP:20190722T193446Z
CREATED:20190722T193446Z
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SUMMARY:USMCA Trade Briefing
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin\, U.S. Commercial Service\, BBVA\, ITC at UTSA\, and the Texas Camino Real District Export Council invite you to a USMCA Trade Briefing featuring David Olsen\, Mexico Desk Officer\, Office of North America\, U.S. Department of Commerce\, and Katrice Kelly\, Senior International Trade Specialist\, Office of Trade Negotiations and Analysis/Industry & Analysis\, U.S. Department of Commerce. \nUSMCA was signed on November 30\, 2018 and Mexico’s legislative body voted in favor of the new trade agreement last month.  Attend this briefing for a general overview of the USMCA and to learn about the next steps in enacting this historic trade agreement. \nNo Cost to attend\, click on the button below to Register Now. \n \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/usmca-trade-briefing/
LOCATION:BBVA Bank\, 1703 W. 5th\, Ste. 500\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americas,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade,Mexico\
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190828T190000
DTSTAMP:20190611T145935Z
CREATED:20190607T002302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190611T145935Z
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SUMMARY:The European Union - Turmoil or Transition? BREXIT vs. Regionalism
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about the state of the European Union?  Reserve your seat now for our next World Spins Series event:  The European Union – Turmoil or Transition? BREXIT vs. Regionalism \nYves Dubus \n  \nOur guest speaker\, Mr. Yves Dubus\, Belgian Trade Commissioner in Houston\, will help us understand what is taking place in Europe.  As you read in the news headlines\, the United Kingdom is still trying to resolve Brexit.  Italy’s left-right coalition government struggles to maintain its commitment to the EU.  Germany’s political realignment and transition to new leadership will have a long term impact on policy and budgetary needs.  Many French cities have seen historic protests every weekend since last year.  Hungary and Poland want to chart a new path for the EU.  Catalan nationalism has been contained for now in Spain.  Is Russia fueling all the unrest?   Interested in learning more?   Join us: \n \n6:00 PM Registration\n \n6:05 PM Speaker Presentation followed by Q&A \n7:00 PM Event Concludes \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/eu-turmoil-or-transition/
LOCATION:Neill-Cochran House Museum\, 2310 San Gabriel Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,cultural,diplomatic,educational,Europe,Geopolitics,World Spins Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190917T130000
DTSTAMP:20190910T180626Z
CREATED:20190806T234317Z
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SUMMARY:International Political Risk: Implications for Business Leaders  with DJ Peterson
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Kozmetsky Center of Excellence at St. Edward’s University\, the World Affairs Council of Austin is pleased to present Dr. DJ Peterson at the next meeting of the Central Texas International Business Coalition.  Our guest speaker\, Dr. DJ Peterson\, is President of Longview Global Advisors. \nDr. Peterson has 28 years of research and consulting experience focusing on politics\, economics\, business\, technology\, and society.  Prior to founding Longview Global Advisors in 2013\, he held senior positions at Eurasia Group and The RAND Corporation.  DJ earned his PhD in Political Science from UCLA.  He is based in Los Angeles. \n  \nAgenda \n11:45 am Registration \n12:00 pm International Political Risk presentation by Dr. DJ Peterson \n12:45 pm Networking \n1:00 pm Meeting concludes
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/international-political-risk-analysis-with-dj-peterson/
LOCATION:BBVA Bank\, 1703 W. 5th\, Ste. 500\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Geopolitics,Global Business Series,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T170000
DTSTAMP:20191001T195929Z
CREATED:20190903T053655Z
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SUMMARY:Fourth Annual Texas-Latin America Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:Texas – Latin America Business Summit Helps Texas Companies Access Nearshore Expanding Markets\n \nThe World Affairs Council of Austin will present the Fourth Annual Texas-Latin America Business Summit on October 3\, 2019.  Forbes reported in March that LATAM’s economy has the potential to grow faster than that of Asia.  The Summit brings trade promotion experts and business decision-makers together for panels and meetings.  The event is a unique face-to-face opportunity for Austin corporate representatives to make connections and learn about current inbound and outbound business opportunities with  Latin American nations. \n \nDRAFT AGENDA \n1:00 PM Welcome by emcee Andrew (Andy) Martinez\, Business Development Executive\n \n1:02 PM Nearshoring in LATAM remarks by Anurag Kumar\, CEO & Co-Founder\, iTexico \n1:15 PM Secrets to Success in Latin America\n \nModerator: Doug Smith\, Assistant Director\, International Trade Center – UTSA \nPanelists: Sebastian Gomez\, Trade & Investment Representative\, PROCOLOMBIA; Kevin Koym\, CEO and Co-Founder\, Tech Ranch; and Jake Le\, Head of Jala Ventures Colombia \n2:20 PM Using Mexico as a Nearshore Base \nModerator: Roy Austin\, Business Development Director\, The ILS Company \nPanelists: Cindy Blanco\, Co-Founder & Executive Director\, StartupGDL; Alvaro Quezada\, CPA\, J.A. Del Rio; and Javier Lopez de Obeso\, Attorney\, ScottHulse \n3:25 PM Spotlight on Brazil \nModerator:  Bill Hulsey\, Principal\, HULSEY PC \nPanelists:  Elizabeth Jennings\, Principal\, Venture Atlas Labs; Mark MacBeath\, Senior Product Manager\, PerkinElmer; John L Howard Jr.\, Director of Global Public Policy\, DELL Technologies; and Felipe Costi Santarosa\, Deputy Consul General and Head of the Trade Section\, Consulate General of Brazil in Houston \n4:40 PM Closing Remarks \n5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Happy Hour Cash Bar Social at Gloria’s Latin Cuisine  300 W. 6th Street\, Suite 100\, Austin TX 78701 \n  \nSummit parking suggestions:\n \nhttp://www.bestparking.com/austin-parking/  \n  \nWith gratitude to our supporting partners:
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/fourth-annual-texas-latin-america-business-summit/
LOCATION:IBC Bank Community Suite 13th Floor\, 500 W. 5th Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americas,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade,Mexico
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191009T140000
DTSTAMP:20191001T052315Z
CREATED:20190926T180031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T052315Z
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SUMMARY:Business Briefing Featuring H.E. David Bakradze\, the Republic of Georgia's Ambassador to the USA
DESCRIPTION:In recent years\, Georgia has been working to strengthen their own technology and innovation ecosystem with the help of the U.S. technology industry. The government of Georgia supported the establishment of entrepreneurial programs StartUp Grind Tbilisi and Georgia’s Innovation and Technology Agency. \nH.E. David Bakradze\, Ambassador of Georgia to the USA\, and his delegation\, will provide an overview of specific opportunities available to central Texas businesses. \nGeorgia is strategically located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Georgia is recognized as one of the easiest places to do business in the world. World Bank’s Doing Business 2019 report placed Georgia in sixth place in the Ease of Doing Business category among 190 countries. The country’s friendly business climate offers access to an un-tapped region of about 200 million people. The business environment continues to strengthen as the government prioritizes reforms and investment in a strong\, open economy. \nAGENDA \n12:30 PM Lunch \n1:00 PM Business Briefing with Q&A \n2:00 PM Event Concludes  \n \nDavid Bakradze was appointed Ambassador of Georgia to the United States in Washington\, D.C. in December 2016. Ambassador Bakradze has a long and distinguished career in diplomatic service. Since 1997\, he has served in a number of senior official posts in Georgian public service. Prior to his appointment as Ambassador to the U.S.\, Ambassador Bakradze served as the State Minister of Georgia for Euro-Atlantic Integration. In that role\, he was responsible for the coordinating the Government of Georgia’s work on implementing key instruments of integration\, such as the EU-Georgia Association Agreement (AA)\, the Annual National Program (ANP) with NATO\, etc. He also coordinated Strategic Communication and European Assistance Programs for the Government of Georgia. Ambassador Bakradze’s career includes a number of notable and senior positions. He served as Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic and the Republic of Serbia (2012 – 2014); Senior Counsellor and Chargé d’Affaires  in the Republic of Finland (2008 – 2012); Head of First European Division\, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (2005 – 2008); Counselor and DCM of the Permanent Mission of Georgia to the U.N. (2002—2005); advisor in the National Security Council of Georgia covering Human Rights\, Information and Analysis\, Law Enforcement Institutions (1997 – 2002); staff member in the press office for the office of the President of Georgia (1996 – 1997). Ambassador Bakradze graduated from Tbilisi State University with a degree in International Economic Relations and International Law. He speaks Georgian\, English and Russian.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/republic-of-georgia-business-briefing/
LOCATION:Austin Chamber of Commerce\, 535 E. Fifth Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ambassador,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Europe,Geopolitics,Global Trade,Luncheon Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191029T130000
DTSTAMP:20191009T044550Z
CREATED:20191009T044550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191009T044550Z
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SUMMARY:Accessing the European Market via Dublin
DESCRIPTION:The next meeting of the Central Texas International Business Coalition will feature guest speaker Lorcan Tyrrell\, Head of Development at Dublin Airport Central.\n \nDublin Airport Central is Ireland’s next generation urban quarter\, located just 50 yards from Terminal 2 at the Airport. Specifically targeted at international companies who want a European hub office with ease of access to both the EU and US markets\, Dublin Airport Central is the ideal location for any US business to start or expand in Europe. With space ranging from serviced offices for your original landing team to a purpose built HQ office building and a dedicated team of community and customer experience managers to ease you into the European market\, the development is ideally positioned to allow your business to thrive and grow. \nAgenda \n11:45 am Lunch Buffet \n12:00 pm Presentation by Lorcan Tyrrell\, Head of Development at Dublin Airport Central\n \n12:45 pm Networking \n1:00 pm Meeting Concludes
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/ibc-meeting-dublin-airport-central/
LOCATION:BBVA Bank\, 1703 W. 5th\, Ste. 500\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T203000
DTSTAMP:20191119T200817Z
CREATED:20191112T224744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191119T200817Z
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SUMMARY:Be Part of Aguascalientes (Mexico) - Business Opportunities Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Attend this seminar and learn why Texas companies should consider doing business in Aguascalientes\nAguascalientes belongs to the “Bajío Region” — Mexico’s most important development pole and most influential IT cluster.  Sharing the same time zone with Texas facilitates and enables more efficient communications and logistics. Aguascalientes enjoys a demographic bonus with an average population age of 25. As one of the most educated States in Mexico\, Aguascalientes features a wide offering of university and technical schools.  It has one of the largest ratios of University graduates per 100\,000 inhabitants in the country.  35% of these students are enrolled in STEM programs.  Aguascalientes also possesses investment grade ratings by both Standard & Poor’s and Fitch Ratings. \nAttendees will hear from experts discussing the resources available to successfully grow your company in Aguascalientes. \n \nFeatured Speakers  \nMr. Luis Ricardo Martínez Castañeda\, Secretary for Economic Development at the State Government of Aguascalientes\, Mexico; \nMr. Eduardo Alberto Infante Priego\, Deputy Secretary for Economic Development at the State Government of Aguascalientes\, Mexico; \nMr. Carlos Muñoz Pedroza\, General Director for Science\, Technology and Innovation for Economic Development at the State Government of Aguascalientes\, Mexico; \nMr. Guillermo Ortega\, Chief Operating Officer and founder of iTexico \n  \nEvent Agenda \n5:30 pm Registration and Networking \n6:30 pm Welcoming Remarks \nMr. Jorge Salcido\, Consul General for Political and Commercial Affairs of Austin\, TX \nMr. Luis Ricardo Martínez Castañeda\, Secretary for Economic Development at the State Government of Aguascalientes\, Mexico \n6:45 pm Presentation of Aguascaliente’s Competitive Advantages \nMr. Eduardo Infante\, Deputy Secretary \n7:20 pm Presentation of Aguascaliente’s Environment for Science and Technology. \nMr. Carlos Muñoz\, General Director \n7:45 pm iTexico Success Story  — Guillermo Ortega\, COO of iTexico \n8:10 pm Closing Remarks — Mr. Eduardo Infante\, Deputy Secretary \n8:15 pm – 8:35 pm End of Program Networking \n  \nProgram presented by the Economic Development Ministry of Aguascalientes\, Consulate General of Mexico in Austin\, World Affairs Council of Austin
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/be-part-of-aguascalientes-mexico-business-opportunities-briefing/
LOCATION:Consulate General of México in Austin\, 5202 E. Ben White Blvd\, Suite 150\, Austin\, 78741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade,Mexico
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200303T130000
DTSTAMP:20200128T031222Z
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SUMMARY:Ireland: Creating Space for Business to Grow
DESCRIPTION:Texas and Ireland share a rich history of political\, economic\, and commercial relations. Texas exports $580 million worth of goods and services to Ireland annually\, an impressive amount relative to the country’s population of 4.8 million people. With a GDP of $383 billion in 2018\, Ireland is one of the most open\, and export-driven economies in the world and the gateway to the European economy. The Celtic Tiger’s GDP increased by 4.3 percent in 2019 and is projected to increase another 3.5% in 2020\, reinforcing its position as one of the best performing economies in the European Union. \nAttend this seminar to learn more about market growth and the office property market in Ireland and the benefits of serviced/flexible space. Our featured speakers\, Mr. Michael Kelly\, Managing Director\, Glandore and Mr. Henry Daly\, Head of Marketing\, Glandore will explain how your company may leverage Glandore’s resources and business network for a successful market entry into Ireland and Europe. \nU.S. exports of goods to Ireland exceed $10 billion annually. The best prospects are chemicals and pharmaceuticals\, computers and electronic products\, aircraft and transportation equipment\, power generation technology\, medical devices\, and electrical equipment. U.S. professional service exports to Ireland are also highly valued at more than $49 billion. Over 700 U.S. firms have a presence in Ireland and that number is growing by the day. Attend this seminar and discover how to join your American business colleagues on the Emerald Isle. \n \nAgenda \n11:45 am Lunch Buffet \n12:00 pm Presentation by Michael Kelly\, Managing Director at Glandore and \nHenry Daly\, Head of Marketing at Glandore \n12:45 pm Networking \n1:00 pm Meeting Concludes \n  \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/ireland-creating-space-for-business-to-grow/
LOCATION:BBVA Bank\, 1703 W. 5th\, Ste. 500\, Austin\, TX\, 78703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Global Trade,Luncheon Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200508T210000
DTSTAMP:20200509T032033Z
CREATED:20200509T024138Z
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SUMMARY:CxC Amplified Week of Global Issues Webinar Programming
DESCRIPTION:World Affairs Council of Austin members have access to several daily webinars during the week of May 4th including: \n4th Ambassador (ret.) Bill Taylor\, EVP\, U.S. Institute of Peace\, and Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine \n5th Global Leadership in Crisis featuring General (ret.) David Petraeus\, Chairman\, KKR Global Institute \n5th Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking featuring Lynn Sanchez\, The Life Link \n6th UN Women Global Champion for Innovation featuring Dr. Nina Ansary\,  Visiting Fellow\, The London School of Economics Center for Women\, Peace & Security \n6th Current and Future NATO featuring David Epstein\, U.S. Department of State \n6th Economic Dignity featuring Gene Sperling\, Former Director of the National Economic Council under Presidents Obama and Clinton \n6th India on the Edge featuring Dr. Manu Bhagavan\, Professor of History at Hunter College \n6th Our Future in Space – Developments\, Commercialization and Governance featuring Evelyn Miralles\, Former Chief Principal Engineer\, NASA \n6th Join a Salsa Lesson with staff from the Embassy of Colombia \n6th Balancing Public Health and Privacy Concerns During a Pandemic Response featuring Dr. Sarah Kessler and Michael Tabman \n6th Europe in the Age of Corona featuring Ron Granieri\, FPRI Templeton Fellow\, Executive Director of the Center for the Study of America and the West \n7th The U.S. and China Now – Should We Confront or Cooperate? featuring Dr. Yanzhong Huang\, Dr. Susan Shirk\, and U.S. Representative Ted Yoho \n7th The TransAtlantic Agenda During and After the Corona Crisis – What’s at Stake featuring H.E. Emily Haber\, Germany’s Ambassador to the U.S.A. and Ambassador (ret.) John B. Emerson\, Chairman of the American Council on Germany \n7th Coronavirus in Conflict Zones featuring Jarrett Blac\, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace \n7th Libya in Chaos: Origins\, Players and Outcomes featuring Ambassador (ret.) Deborah Jones\, Former U.S. Ambassador to Libya \n7th Eurasian Nightmares: China’s Belt and Road Initiative and the Politics of Pandemic featuring Dr. Ian Oxnevad\, Editorial Boardmember for the Association of the Middle East and Africa \n7th China: The World’s Next Premier Superpower? featuring Ambassador Kishore Mahbubani (Singapore) \n8th Putting the World Back Together featuring General (ret.) John Allen\, President\, Brookings Institution \n8th Ambassador (ret.) Ronald Neumann\, Former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan \n  \nThe Opening Plenary session is available for viewing here: \n \n______________________________________________________________
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/cxc-amplified-week-of-global-issues-webinar-programming/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Africa,Ambassador,Americas,Asia,Business,cultural,Europe,Geopolitics,Global Trade,Middle East,peace and conflict
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200715T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200715T120000
DTSTAMP:20200626T022933Z
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UID:5747-1594810800-1594814400@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Utilizing the Austin-area Foreign Trade Zone in Turbulent Times
DESCRIPTION:Companies dependent on imports as part of their global supply chains are increasingly concerned with the ongoing volatility of the global trade environment. US trade actions have already imposed penalty duties on Chinese goods\, many European goods\, and steel and aluminum products\, and additional activity is underway which could significantly impact supply chain costs\, including: \n\nThe imposition of US Sections 232\, 301\, and 201 tariff measures\nReplacement of North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)\nUS positioning itself to renegotiate its World Trade Organization (WTO) commitments\nFuture global digital services taxes and potential US retaliation\n\nThe US Foreign Trade Zones (FTZ) Program remains an effective tool to mitigate trade disruptions. Companies in Central Texas have access to the program through the Foreign Trade Zone of Central Texas\, Inc. (FTZ No. 183)\, which serves the five Central Texas counties of Bastrop\, Caldwell\, Hays\, Travis and Williamson. \nThe World Affairs Council of Austin\, Ernst & Young\, the Austin Regional Manufacturers Association\, the Greater Austin Chamber\, Greater Austin Black Chamber\, Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber\, Greater Austin Asian Chamber\, and the Foreign Trade Zone of Central Texas are inviting executives involved with trade\, supply chain\, strategy\, and tax to a 60-minute webcast providing insight on current and potential future trade disruptions\, benefits of the FTZ for manufacturers and distributors\, how to access the FTZ program\, and suggested steps to evaluate the potential impact of FTZ use.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/utilizing-the-austin-area-foreign-trade-zone-in-turbulent-times/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200731T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200731T140000
DTSTAMP:20200805T230620Z
CREATED:20200805T230620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200805T230620Z
UID:5837-1596200400-1596204000@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:H.E. Dirk Wouters\, Ambassador of Belgium to the USA among featured speakers in July
DESCRIPTION:July — \n13th at 3:15pm Making Sense of a World in Crisis — Through the Eyes of a Foreign Policy Expert featuring Richard Haass\, President of the Council on Foreign Relations // \n16th at 10am Intelligent Manufacturing in Europe Series featuring Poland\, Hungary\, Slovakia\, and Czech Republic // \n16th at 1pm Qatar and the Gulf Crisis featuring Kristian Coates Ulrichsen\, Fellow for the Middle East at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy and an Associate Fellow of Chatham House’s Middle East and North Africa Program // \n29th at 11am Dubai’s Leading Freezone Can Become Your Gateway to Growth & Expansion // \n30th at 10am Intelligent Manufacturing in Europe Series featuring Germany\, Austria and Belgium // \n30th at 12pm Doing Business in Kenya\, Tanzania and Ethiopia featuring Daniel Gaines\, Commercial Service-Kenya; Ned Rauch-Mannino\, Senior Advisor for Global Markets; Patricia Wagner\, Commercial Service-Tanzania; and Christopher Wilkens\, Commercial Service-Ethiopia // \n30th at 1pm Belgium\, Europe and the United States featuring H.E. Dirk Wouters\, Ambassador of Belgium to the USA //
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/h-e-dirk-wouters-ambassador-of-belgium-to-the-usa-among-featured-speakers-in-july/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Business,cultural,diplomatic,Europe,Geopolitics,Global Business Series,Global Trade
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200827T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200831T090000
DTSTAMP:20200901T014058Z
CREATED:20200901T014058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T014058Z
UID:5883-1598515200-1598864400@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Author Lesley Blume among Speakers in August
DESCRIPTION:August — \n6th at 1pm Fallout: The Hiroshima Cover-Up and the Reporter Who Revealed It to the World featuring Lesley Blume\, award-winning journalist\, historian\, and New York Times bestselling author // \n11th at 10am International Biz Advantage: Austin & Israel featuring Lior Koriat\, CEO at Quali; Ze’ev Lavie\, VP at the Israeli Chambers of Commerce; and Limor Nakar-Vincent\, Deputy Executive Director at the BIRD Foundation // \n13th at 10am Intelligent Manufacturing in Europe Series featuring Italy and Turkey // \n14th at 1pm Discussion with Former U.S. Secretary of Defense William Perry with author Tom Collina // \n18th at 10am The Power of Netiquette featuring Philip Sykes\, Founder and Principal of the British School of Etiquette // \n18th at 11am The Dynamics of Today’s Supply Chain in SE Asia featuring Ambassador Robert O Blake\, Jr. // \n22nd at 3pm Japan Fest Online Cooking Demo featuring Oita – Austin’s Sister City // \n27th at 10am Intelligent Manufacturing in Europe Series featuring Sweden\, Denmark and the United Kingdom //
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/author-lesley-blume-among-speakers-in-august/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:author,Business,Cultural Heritage Series,educational,Geopolitics,Global Business Series,Global Trade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wacaustin.org/wp2015/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/LesleyBlume-e1595904742406.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200909T133000
DTSTAMP:20200818T021103Z
CREATED:20200818T014457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T021103Z
UID:5853-1599656400-1599658200@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:The Honorable Rachel McCormick\, Consul General of Canada\, and Brian Haley\, Honorary Consul of Canada
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin is pleased to host this discussion with the Honorable Rachel McCormick\, Consul General of Canada and Brian Haley\, Honorary Consul of Canada.  Abdallah Mahmoud\, Emerging Markets Program Specialist with the City of Austin’s Economic Development Department\, will serve as moderator for this special event. \n \nRachel McCormick is Consul General of Canada to the state of Texas.  She was head of the Energy and Environment Section at the Canadian Embassy in Washington\, DC from 2014 to 2019.  She joined the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade in 2004. In Ottawa she worked in divisions responsible for sustainable development\, energy\, climate change and circumpolar affairs. She represented the Government of Canada in a range of\ninternational forums\, including the Arctic Council\, the North American Commission for Environmental Cooperation and the United Nations.  Previously\, she held positions within the Canadian energy sector and at the World Trade\nOrganization in Geneva. \nHonorary Consul Brian Haley is the co-founder of CB Capital\, an investment and real estate development firm. Prior to co-founding CB Capital\, Brian served as a vice president at Limestone Capital Advisors\, an Austin based private equity firm founded by Admiral Bob Inman\, where he developed and managed energy related opportunities in the United States and Asia. \nAbdallah Mahmoud is the Emerging Markets Program Specialist with the City of Austin’s Economic Development Department. Prior to joining the City of Austin. Abdallah has extensive experience working on public/private partnership projects and local development programs. \n  \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/the-honorable-rachel-mccormick-consul-general-of-canada-and-brian-haley-honorary-consul-of-canada/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Americas,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,diplomatic,Geopolitics,Global Trade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wacaustin.org/wp2015/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Rachel-McCormick-e1597166090761.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201103T130000
DTSTAMP:20201028T000121Z
CREATED:20200706T191337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T000121Z
UID:5772-1604404800-1604408400@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Kozmetsky Forum featuring Brazil
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin has partnered with the Kozmetsky Center of Excellence in Global Finance at St. Edward’s University to offer a series of Forums on Global Investment\, Finance\, Emerging Markets and Geopolitical Risk.  The focus of this Forum is Brazil. \nPolitical Officer Ian Brown at the U.S. Embassy in Brazil will serve as moderator for the presentation. Valerie Belon\, Economic Counselor\, will provide an overview of the U.S. Foreign Service. Joel Reynoso\, Deputy Senior Commercial Officer\, will discuss commercial engagement in Brazil. Economic Officers Scott Miller\, Greg Meier\, and Martiza Navarrete will provide brief overviews of the trade and investment\, energy\, and technology sectors in Brazil.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/kozmetsky-forum-featuring-brazil/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Americas,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Trade,Kozmetsky Forum on Global Investment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://wacaustin.org/wp2015/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/BrazilForumFlyer2020.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T133000
DTSTAMP:20201028T010300Z
CREATED:20201027T214648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T010300Z
UID:6058-1605186000-1605187800@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Conversation with Jordan Price\, Honorary Consul General of Malawi
DESCRIPTION:Malawi’s Honorary Consul General Jordan Price will provide attendees with an opportunity to learn about events and opportunities in Malawi\, as well initiatives in Austin and Texas.  This program will be moderated by Abdallah Mahmoud\, the City of Austin’s Emerging Markets Program Specialist.\n \n  \n \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/conversation-with-jordan-price-honorary-consul-of-malawi/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Africa,Agriculture,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,diplomatic,educational,Geopolitics,Global Trade
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wacaustin.org/wp2015/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/JordanPrice.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201201T130000
DTSTAMP:20201130T175240Z
CREATED:20200706T193508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T175240Z
UID:5777-1606824000-1606827600@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Kozmetsky Forum featuring Melissa Sanderson on Global Business Operations and Investment in Africa
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin has partnered with the Kozmetsky Center of Excellence in Global Finance at St. Edward’s University to offer a series of Forums on Global Investment\, Finance\, Emerging Markets and Geopolitical Risk.  Our next Forum will feature Melissa Sanderson\, former U.S. Foreign Service Officer serving in the Democratic Republic of the Congo; Vice-President of Global Affairs at Freeport McMoRan\, Inc; Chair of the Arizona District Export Council; Chair of the Mining Committee\, Arizona Mexico Commission; and President of Mel Sanderson Consulting.   Ms. Sanderson will discuss her extensive work in the Congo and throughout the world on the topic “Perspective on Global Business Operations and Investment in Africa: Importance of Empathy and Values.”
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/kozmetsky-forum-featuring-dr-sharyl-cross-on-political-risk-forecasting/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Africa,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Geopolitics,Global Trade,Kozmetsky Forum on Global Investment
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T100000
DTSTAMP:20210128T015003Z
CREATED:20210128T014348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T015003Z
UID:11455-1613466000-1613469600@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:UK Fireside Chat Series: The Honorable Richard Hyde\, Consul General\, and Chad Costello\, General Counsel for WP Engine
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin\, Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce\, and The UK’s Department for International Trade (DIT) will be hosting a series of fireside chats. Learn from successful entrepreneurs who have successfully expanded their business to the UK. Find out what worked well as they share their lessons and tips on how to make global expansion work for your business. The Fireside chat series is live and interactive; attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions. The series will be recorded as a podcast if you can’t attend each session. \nFor our first session\, Consul General Richard Hyde will talk with Chad Costello\, General Counsel for WP Engine\, on the company’s expansion into the UK. Chad Costello was instrumental in WP Engine’s expansion in the UK\, Ireland\, Australia and Poland. Learn how WP Engine is growing its international footprint\, the benefits of international expansion for your business and when and how to contemplate a similar move for your company. \nThe WP Engine WordPress Digital Experience Platform gives companies of all sizes the agility\, performance\, intelligence\, and integrations they need to drive their business forward faster. WP Engine’s combination of tech innovation and an award-winning team of WordPress experts are trusted by over 100\,000 companies across 150 countries to provide counsel and support\, helping brands create world-class digital experiences.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/uk-fireside-chat-series-the-honorable-richard-hyde-consul-general-and-chad-costello-general-counsel-for-wp-engine/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,diplomatic,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade,International Trade Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T130000
DTSTAMP:20210328T203249Z
CREATED:20210311T041952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T203249Z
UID:11514-1617710400-1617714000@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Kozmetsky Forum on Cybersecurity Threats and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin has partnered with the Kozmetsky Center of Excellence in Global Finance at St. Edward’s University to offer a series of Forums on Global Investment\, Finance\, Emerging Markets and Geopolitical Risk. Our next Forum featuring guest speaker Donovan Blaylock\, Research Principal with Sailpoint\, will focus on Cybersecurity Threats and Challenges. \nDonovan Blaylock is a Research Principal for SailPoint Technologies. SailPoint provides Identity and Access Security globally for organizations looking to effectively secure who has access to what for all Applications and Data\, both on-premise and in the cloud. He has held several positions within the company previously including leadership roles in product\, engineering and sales. Previous to SailPoint\, he spent over 14 years in the US Defense and Federal government space working on some of the largest identity systems worldwide.  Donovan grew up in Washington\, DC but now calls Austin\, TX home. He spends a lot of his spare time involved in technology roundtables\,  startup social events\, and enjoying the famous live music scene that the city is known for. All of his remaining time is spent with his two children\, travelling the globe and taking on a new woodworking projects in his woodshop.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/kozmetsky-forum-on-cybersecurity/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade,Kozmetsky Forum on Global Investment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://wacaustin.org/wp2015/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Donovan-Photo.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210511T130000
DTSTAMP:20210511T034036Z
CREATED:20210419T005516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T034036Z
UID:11633-1620725400-1620738000@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Texas-Europe Union Business Seminar and Summit Online Preview
DESCRIPTION:After a year off due to the global shutdown\, the Summit is back with a virtual mini-event preview on May 11th and a full day in-person event scheduled for September 21\, 2021. Participants in the May event will be briefed on the business climate and opportunities within key EU markets and sectors. They will also have the opportunity to interact and make connections with European trade representatives. \nAgenda \n\n\n\n9:30am\nWelcome Remarks\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:45am\nEU Market Access Part I: Ireland\, Italy and Luxembourg\n\n\n\nHighlights three very different EU nations with compelling stories to tell: Ireland\, Italy\, and Luxembourg. Seasoned trade representatives from each country describe what sets their country apart and discusses the opportunities it offers.\n\n\n10:30am\nEU Market Access Part II: Pomerania\, Poland and Hungary\n\n\n\nTakes a look at the fast-growing countries and regions at Europe’s heart. While they share many advantages\, there are differences as well. Panelists will highlight both similarities and differences as well as what they mean for Texas businesses.\n\n\n11:30am\nA New Digital Humanism: A European perspective for tech companies on both sides of the Atlantic\n\n\n\nAustria is leading initiatives in tech diplomacy and cultural tech diplomacy. This discussion will highlight the experience of companies working with artists and governments on how technology can change and shape our common future and help us overcome our most pressing global challenges based on a set of common principles and values.\n\n\n12:15pm\nHealthcare and Cleantech: Sustainable Growth and New Transatlantic Opportunities in Science Innovation\n\n\n\nHealthcare and Cleantech: Sustainable Growth and New Transatlantic Opportunities in Science Innovation. As the pandemic and previous administrations fade into hindsight\, we take a dive into the shifts in investment and business environments\, the impact of technology adoption across advances in healthtech and renewables alike\, and the opportunities that we anticipate to unfold over this year.\n\n\n12:55pm\nClosing Remarks\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1:00pm\nEnd of Program\n\n\n\nThe May 11th Texas EU-Business Summit preview speakers bios and registration are available here: \n \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/texas-europe-union-business-summit-online-preview/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210608T130000
DTSTAMP:20210602T033808Z
CREATED:20210602T030222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210602T033808Z
UID:11729-1623153600-1623157200@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Extend your Business to France with the French Tech Visa
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin invites you to join a session hosted by our friends at French Tech Austin.  The French Tech Visa is a simplified\, fast-track option for non-EU startup employees\, founders and investors to obtain a residence permit for France.  Attendees will learn what the French Tech Visa is and the criteria to obtain one.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/extend-your-business-to-france-with-the-french-tech-visa/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade,Law and regulations
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210728T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210728T170000
DTSTAMP:20210802T010732Z
CREATED:20210802T010510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210802T010732Z
UID:11855-1627473600-1627491600@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Kirsten Hillman\, Canada's Ambassador to the USA among Featured Speakers in July
DESCRIPTION:  \n27th at 11am Canada & the US: Friends\, Partners and Allies featuring Amb. Kirsten Hillman\, Canada’s Ambassador to the USA // \n27th at 2 pm Export Compliance 101 featuring Mariana de Gorordo Rutherford\, the COO of Kieyos\, an international trade company and the Supply Chain / Export Compliance Director of AIRtec\, Inc.; and Sheriah Johnson\, Trade Compliance Manager for NCR Corporation in Atlanta\, Georgia. // \n28th at 12noon NET ZERO Leaders Summit Japan Business Conference featuring panels on Japanese Business Initiatives Toward Carbon Neutrality; Green Innovation; Sustainable Finance; Transition in Emerging Countries //
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/kirsten-hillman-canadas-ambassador-to-the-usa-among-featured-speakers-in-july/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Ambassador,Americas,Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210902T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210902T120000
DTSTAMP:20210826T195559Z
CREATED:20210826T194711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T195559Z
UID:11927-1630569600-1630584000@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Export Reset 2021 Conference
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin and the Texas Camino Real District Export Council is proud to present these Export RESET 2021 panels: \n8:00 AM (CDT): Lessons Learned from 2020 – Panelists (listed in photo above) will discuss trends in the global supply chain before and during the pandemic and which innovative measures remain; \n9:00 AM (CDT): Workforce Development Needs for Global Expansion – Look at recent data and solutions that can be applied to meet your entry level and skilled labor needs.  Panelists in photo below; \n \n10:00 AM (CDT): International Ecommerce for SME’s – Ecommerce business providers offer website tips to increase international sales. Panelists in photo below; \n \n11:00 AM (CDT): How Finding and Negotiating with your Channel Partners/Distributors Changed – Local companies will share their experiences and recommendations on changes and adjustments they made last year. \n \n  \nREGISTRATION and more details here:
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/export-reset-2021-conference/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,educational,Global Trade
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211008T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211008T170000
DTSTAMP:20210924T214545Z
CREATED:20210901T013020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T214545Z
UID:11942-1633708800-1633712400@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Application Deadline for Texas CEO Meeting with Japanese CEOs
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin invites you to apply by October 8th for the web-based online CEO Business Meetings during the SME New Value Creation Exhibition in December. \nTarget Industries: \nAI/IoT; CleanTech – Renewables\, Sustainability\, Contruction\, Building Materials (including Energy Efficiency); Disaster Prevention/Mitigation; Equipment Maintenance;  and new material related industries. \nIntended for: Decision-makers (CEOs\, Directors\, GMs\, etc.) in above companies who are: \nSeeking to increase added value through technological collaboration. \nInvolved in manufacturing of equipment\, devices\, parts or materials\, and would like to have business meetings with Japanese corporate decision-makers. \nConsidering technical collaboration or joint development with Japanese companies\, and/or OEM in the above industries. \nApply to express your interest in joining this CEO network enhancing opportunity on/before 8 October 2021:  https://krs.bz/smrj/m?f=286 \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/application-deadline-for-texas-ceo-meet-with-japanese-ceos/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T190000
DTSTAMP:20211101T184041Z
CREATED:20200304T195837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T184041Z
UID:5552-1636444800-1636484400@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual Texas-EU Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:In its 10th 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. \nTexas is already the largest exporting state to the European Union. The summit builds on that footprint\, focusing on promoting the international trade capacity of Texas businesses and economic development organizations while creating greater awareness regarding the benefits of exporting. \nThe Texas-EU Business Summit sessions are led by business leaders\, trade and investment officials from EU countries\, trade policy experts and political officials. \nEvent hosts include: \nThe Center for European Studies\, the University of Texas at Austin\, \nAustin Community College\, \nThe Consulate General of Ireland in Austin\, \nThe Kozmetsky Center of Excellence at St. Edwards University\, \nThe Texas-Central & Eastern Europe Tech Summit  \nand \nPendas International
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/10th-annual-texas-eu-business-summit/
LOCATION:San Jacinto Meeting Rooms\, 309 E 21st St\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,educational,Europe,Geopolitics,Global Business Series,Law and regulations,Luncheon Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="UT Center for European Studies":MAILTO:ces@austin.utexas.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T120000
DTSTAMP:20211107T231603Z
CREATED:20211016T194321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211107T231603Z
UID:12034-1636459200-1636459200@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Application Deadline for Texas CEOs B2B Meeting with Japanese CEOs
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin invites you to apply by noon CT on November 9th for the online CEO Business Meetings in January. \nTarget Industries: \nIndustrial robotics\, Automation technology; Software systems related to design/quality/production/remote control/AI; Aeronautics – systems\, engines\, interiors\, and airframe (parts/materials); and Aerospace – satellites and rockets (parts/materials). \nIntended for: Decision-makers (CEOs\, Directors\, GMs\, etc.) in above companies who are: \nSeeking to increase added value through technological collaboration. \nInvolved in manufacturing of equipment\, devices\, parts or materials\, and would like to have business meetings with Japanese corporate decision-makers. \nConsidering technical collaboration or joint development with Japanese companies\, and/or OEM in the above industries. \nApply to express your interest in joining this CEO network enhancing opportunity on/before noon CT on 9 November 2021: https://krs.bz/smrj/m?f=296\n \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/application-deadline-for-texas-ceos-b2b-meeting-with-japanese-ceos/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Trade
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211206T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211206T193000
DTSTAMP:20211130T211504Z
CREATED:20211117T220243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T211504Z
UID:12102-1638810900-1638819000@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Farewell Reception for Tech Business Delegates from Chile
DESCRIPTION:Join the World Affairs Council and Tech Ranch Austin for this farewell reception to hear from and socialize with the impressive professionals representing advanced technology companies from Chile. Their goals for coming to Austin included: Meeting with their counterparts in Texas; Developing and strengthening collaborative initiatives for innovation\, knowledge\, and business connections; and exploring new business prospects for Chile’s scale-ups and SMEs. \nAttendees will meet executives from the following companies: \n\n\nAnastasia \n\n\nAntara \n\n\nBsale \n\n\nCaja los Andes \n\n\nGoodMeal \n\n\nGrupo Air \n\n\nIsolcork \n\n\n Kauel \n\n\nKibernum \n\n\nLarrainVial \n\n\nLaudex \n\n\nThe Bridge \n\n\nWholemeaning \n\n \nThe delegation is being led by Endeavor Chile. Founded in 1997\, Endeavor is the world’s leading community of high-impact entrepreneurs. Endeavor’s mission is to unlock the transformational power of entrepreneurship by selecting\, supporting\, and investing in the world’s top founders. Today\, Endeavor’s network spans nearly 40 countries and supports more than 2\,000 entrepreneurs\, whose companies generate combined revenues of over $28 billion\, have created more than 3.9 million jobs\, and\, in 2020\, raised over $4 billion in capital. Endeavor’s unique entrepreneur-first model and network of trust provide a platform for founders to dream big\, scale up\, and pay it forward to the next generation of entrepreneurs. \nThis farewell reception is being hosted by Endeavor Chile in collaboration with Tech Ranch and the World Affairs Council of Austin.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/farewell-reception-for-saas-business-delegates-from-chile/
LOCATION:Capital Factory\, 701 Brazos Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Trade
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SUMMARY:Connecting with Tanzanian Women Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Women entrepreneurs are a vital source for partnerships providing market intelligence\, access to supply chains\, and agents\, distributors\, and representatives for your products.  During this event\, we will focus on the Tanzanian market and how to utilize U.S. government programs to connect to this cadre of thousands of women entrepreneurs in Tanzania and throughout Africa and hear from four innovative\, connected Tanzanian entrepreneurs. \nCamille Richardson\, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Middle East and Africa\, U.S. Department of Commerce (Moderator)\nCarol Ndosi\, Co-Founder\, The Launch Pad Tanzania (Moderator)\nDr. Victoria Kisyomb\, Founder and CEO\, SELFINA\nMiranda Naiman\, Founding Partner\, Empower\nMercy Kitomari\, Founder and CEO of Notre Heritage Ltd \n \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/connecting-with-tanzanian-women-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Africa,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Women Empowerment
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T113000
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SUMMARY:Austin and Singapore Advanced Manufacturing Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join the World Affairs Council of Austin for this roundtable discussion with Enterprise Singapore and explore opportunities for collaboration in advanced manufacturing and supply chain resilience. \n\nIn this session\, Enterprise Singapore will share details on the Southeast Asia Manufacturing Alliance\, a program which offers a network of support and benefits to manufacturers that are keen to tap into the region’s strengths. \nThe US-Singapore Partnership for Growth and Innovation (PGI) aims to strengthen US-Singapore trade and investment collaboration starting with four pillar areas: digital economy\, clean energy and environmental technologies\, advanced manufacturing\, and healthcare. Through this existing partnership\, the US and Singapore seek to discuss immediate and long-term challenges that face both economies\, including enhancing supply chain resilience. Although the Southeast Asia region has great potential for growth\, businesses are grappling with challenges to their supply chains including those relating to transparency\, data flows\, and sustainability tracking. With the PGI\, we can help shape an Asia-ready integrated manufacturing solution for digitalization to ensure supply chain continuity. \nJoin us for a discussion with Enterprise Singapore to discuss how Texas businesses can leverage Singapore as a gateway to Southeast Asia and harness the region’s manufacturing potential. \n \nDraft Agenda \n10:00 am Welcome remarks on behalf of the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce and Dell Technologies. \n10:05 am Roundtable attendees introduce themselves. \n10:15 am Ed Latson\, Executive Director\, Austin Regional Manufacturers’ Association offers an overview of Central Texas’ manufacturing sector. \n10:25 am Sharing of Singapore’s manufacturing sector\, and initiatives that can support the interests of Austin manufacturers in accessing the Southeast Asia market\, namely the US-Singapore Partnership for Growth and Innovation: Advanced Manufacturing Platform\, and Southeast Manufacturing Alliance\, by Enterprise Singapore. \n10:45 am – 11:30 am Q&A followed by networking. \n\n\nThis roundtable is being hosted by the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce and Dell Technologies in collaboration with the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce\, the City of Austin\, Enterprise Singapore\, and the World Affairs Council of Austin.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/austin-and-singapore-advanced-manufacturing-roundtable/
LOCATION:Austin Chamber of Commerce\, 535 E. Fifth Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Trade
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