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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
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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200731T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200731T140000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200827T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200831T090000
DTSTAMP:20200901T014058Z
CREATED:20200901T014058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T014058Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200909T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200909T133000
DTSTAMP:20200818T021103Z
CREATED:20200818T014457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T021103Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201103T130000
DTSTAMP:20201028T000121Z
CREATED:20200706T191337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T000121Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201112T133000
DTSTAMP:20201028T010300Z
CREATED:20201027T214648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201028T010300Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201201T130000
DTSTAMP:20201130T175240Z
CREATED:20200706T193508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T175240Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T100000
DTSTAMP:20210128T015003Z
CREATED:20210128T014348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T015003Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T130000
DTSTAMP:20210328T203249Z
CREATED:20210311T041952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T203249Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210511T130000
DTSTAMP:20210511T034036Z
CREATED:20210419T005516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T034036Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210608T130000
DTSTAMP:20210602T033808Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210728T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210728T170000
DTSTAMP:20210802T010732Z
CREATED:20210802T010510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210802T010732Z
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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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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T093000
DTSTAMP:20211209T220732Z
CREATED:20211209T220554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211209T220732Z
UID:12143-1641888000-1641893400@wacaustin.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T113000
DTSTAMP:20220328T182548Z
CREATED:20220321T183745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T182548Z
UID:12264-1648720800-1648726200@wacaustin.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T134500
DTSTAMP:20220504T193105Z
CREATED:20220321T190455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T193105Z
UID:12272-1652187600-1652190300@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Opportunity for Investment in the Republic of Panama
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin\, in collaboration with the Austin Chamber of Commerce\, is pleased to offer this informative session on Panama’s Digital Hub\, nearshoring advantage\, and special economic regimes.  Our honored guest speakers are: H.E. Juan Carlos Sosa\, Vice Minister – Foreign Trade\, Ministry of Trade & Industry for the Republic of Panama; Mr. Richard Kilborn\, National Director of Investment Promotion\, Ministry of Trade & Industry; and Ms. Carmen Gisela Vergara Mas\, General Administrator\, PROPANAMA. \n \nAbout the speakers: \nVice Minister Juan Carlos Sosa has over 23 years of experience in foreign trade and investments\, marketing\, operations\, management and franchises. Vice Minister Sosa has held high level positions in prestigious Panamanian companies such as Importadora Maduro and Super 99\, as well high-level regional positions in multinational companies such as Samsung and Dell Latin America. Before his position as Vice Minister\, Mr. Sosa was the CEO of Fun Franchise Group\, a company that manages US restaurant franchises in Panama. \nVice Minister Sosa has a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from The University of Texas at Austin\, as well as an MBA in International Business from Royal Holloway\, University of London. Other studies include a certification program in Innovation Management from The University of California Berkeley and a certification program in Advanced Marketing from Northwestern University. \n  \nRichard Kilborn is a graduate of the University of Colorado\, Boulder\, with a degree in Political Science. He currently holds the position of National Director of Investment Promotion for the Ministry of Commerce and Trade of Panama. \nHe has more than 24 years of experience in the financial sector\, and has held multiple positions on  boards of several financial institutions such as Financiera Familiar\, and Frontier Financial Services Inc. He has also been published in several magazines and is the author of the award winning novel “Good Money Gone”\, which won best novel in the International Latin Book Awards in the category of “Adventure – Drama” in 2014. \n  \nCarmen Gisela Vergara Mas graduated in Law and Political Science from the University of Panama.  She has a Master’s Degree in Banking and Financial Law from the University of El Externado in Colombia and a Postgraduate Degree in International Trade Negotiations from the University of Santiago de Chile. \nBefore holding the position of General Administrator at PROPANAMA\, the Authority for the Attraction of Investments and Promotion of Exports of the Panamanian State\, Ms. Vergara served as Executive Director of the Federation of Chambers and Industrial Associations of Central America and the Dominican Republic – FECAICA and as Secretary-General of the Central American Economic Integration Secretariat SIECA\, achieving important advances for the Central American integration process. Before holding this position\, she was a Director before the Board of Directors of the Central American Bank for Economic Integration – CABEI\, representing Panama. \nExpert in International Trade Law\, Business Development\, Trade Negotiations\, Integration\, and Trade Facilitation\, she has also served as Minister of Commerce and Industries\, Vice Minister of Foreign Trade\, and National Director of Investment and Export Promotion of the Ministry of Commerce and Industries. In addition\, Ms. Vergara has been Manager of the City of Knowledge Business Technology Accelerator. \nMs. Vergara has also represented Panama as Alternate Delegate before the Inter-American Commission of Women and a member of the non-permanent Specialized Commissions of the Organization of American States – OAS\, in the areas of Diversification\, Market Access\, and Economic Integration. She is a member of the Arbitration Center of Panama and has served as Facilitator of the Master for International Management (MIMLA) offered by Thunderbird University and the Monterrey Institute of Technology\, on the subject of International Trade Negotiations. At the private level\, she has worked as a Lawyer on commercial issues\, as an Advisor on investment issues\, and as a Consultant on multiple issues\, among which stand out: business development\, gender\, exports\, social responsibility\, trade negotiations\, competitiveness and facilitation of trade; among others.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/panama/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Americas,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220512T170000
DTSTAMP:20220503T214128Z
CREATED:20220126T221325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T214128Z
UID:12183-1652346000-1652374800@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:11th Annual Texas-EU Business Summit
DESCRIPTION:In its 11th 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. \n \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\,  \nand \nPendas International
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/11th-annual-texas-eu-business-summit/
LOCATION:San Jacinto Meeting Rooms\, 309 E 21st St\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Global Trade
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ORGANIZER;CN="UT Center for European Studies":MAILTO:ces@austin.utexas.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220531T110000
DTSTAMP:20220525T210906Z
CREATED:20220525T194135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220525T210906Z
UID:12374-1653987600-1653994800@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Export Reset 2022: Supply Chain and Cybersecurity
DESCRIPTION:What are the current challenges and issues in 2022 in the field of exporting?  Please join us for these two new sessions on Supply Chain and Cybersecurity\, two areas of great importance for businesses this year.   Submit your questions in advance. \n9:00 AM (CDT) Session One:  Where does the global supply chain go from here? \nThis one hour-panel discussion will explore the issues encountered by companies as they try to navigate the now\, two-year old global supply chain crisis. \n\nThe delays in obtaining materials from international  vendors\nManaging costs in an unsure and wildly fluctuating environment\nStrategies for moving forward\n\nModerator Facilitator:  Shawn Levsen\, UPS International \nPanelists Speakers: \nDarryl Cline\, Sr. Manager\, International Logistics and Warehouse\, FBD Partnership\, LP\nMark Murphy\, General Manager with Flexport \n___________________________________________________ \n10:00 AM (CDT) Session Two:  Cybersecurity: How Safe Are You? \nCybersecurity is one of the most important topics of our times. On a macro scale\, it’s a threat to national security and the global financial markets. For your business\, it can threaten your ability to do business with larger customers because of cybersecurity compliance requirements; you are vulnerable via your eCommerce business and even risk the dissemination of personal information. \nJoin us to hear from experts in the industry with their perspectives on this evolving threat and discuss tips to protect yourself. \nModerator Facilitator: Reynaldo Cano\, C&A Global Canvas \nPanelist:\nHomero Torres\, Global Director of Information Security\, SunPower Corporation\nRichard Valdez\, Consultant at McFalls Associates LLC \n___________________________________________________ \nThese will be recorded and uploaded onto the DEC website here.  Export 2021 sessions also available for viewing.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/export-reset-2022/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Business,Global Trade
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220622T140000
DTSTAMP:20220615T191424Z
CREATED:20220615T190539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T191424Z
UID:12462-1655899200-1655906400@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:From the Polish Cyber Frontlines to Texas. Lessons Learned and New US-EU Cybersecurity Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Explore way to learn from\, and cooperate with\, some of Poland’s most elite cybersecurity experts as they discuss their work in Europe combating one of the 21st centuries most pressing threats.  \n  \nWednesday\, June 22\, 2022 \nPanel\, Lunch\, & Networking: 12:00pm-2:00pm \nCapital Factory\, Captain America Room\, 8th floor\, 701 Brazos St\, Austin\, 78701 \nRSVP: Rafal.Sordyl (at) msz.gov.pl \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/from-the-polish-cyber-frontlines/
LOCATION:Capital Factory\, 701 Brazos Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Geopolitics,Global Trade,Luncheon Series,Security
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220629T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220629T180000
DTSTAMP:20220630T153807Z
CREATED:20220628T211453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T153807Z
UID:12477-1656518400-1656525600@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Networking Reception with Austrian Startups
DESCRIPTION:The World Affairs Council of Austin\, in collaboration with the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce\, 3 Day Startup\, and the U.S. Embassy in Vienna invites you to attend this celebration of Austrian entrepreneurship.  This networking reception will highlight the Austria to Austin Student Startup Exchange.  The Austria to Austin Exchange is an intense\, high energy two-week exchange where twenty standout Austrian university students start early stage companies. \n“A key part of the Austria to Austin Exchange program is introducing the next generation of global leaders to the city of Austin and all it has to offer as a creative and startup hub in the U.S.\,”  Erika Haskins\, CEO of 3 Day Startup. \nHear from industry experts and these internationally-minded Austrian entrepreneurs elaborate on their early stage companies\, and learn more about their plans to become innovation bridges between the U.S. and Austria! \n \n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/networking-reception-with-austrian-startups-2/
LOCATION:Austin Chamber of Commerce\, 535 E. Fifth Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220725T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220725T193000
DTSTAMP:20220713T222353Z
CREATED:20220615T225355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T222353Z
UID:12382-1658770200-1658777400@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Business & Investment in Singapore
DESCRIPTION:Singapore is a vibrant nerve center for business in Asia. The city-state has been consistently acknowledged as a global business hub featuring developed infrastructure\, political stability\, open business policies\, a skilled workforce\, and respect for intellectual property rights. \nJoin the World Affairs Council of Austin and our partners – the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce\, City of Austin\, and other Austin Chambers of Commerce – as we explore business and investment opportunities in Singapore. Network with representatives from Enterprise Singapore. Hear from panelists representing Igloocompany and Cynopsis Solutions. \nA growing number of U.S.-based businesses look to Singapore as a gateway to business in Asia. The reception focuses on the Singapore market as it relates to Austin businesses. \nTopics for discussion include: \n\nManufacturing\nInnovation and tech\nHealthcare\nElectronics\nAnd more…\n\nThis important event is part of GAACC’s #MakeAustinGlobal initiative to connect Austin to international markets in Asia and beyond. \n \nEvent Agenda\n5:30 | Check-In and Refreshments\n6:00 | GAACC Welcome\n6:10 | Panel Discussion\n6:40 | Q&A\n6:50 | Games & Prizes\n7:00 | Networking\n7:30 | Closing Remarks
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/business-investment-in-singapore/
LOCATION:Capital Factory\, 701 Brazos Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Business Series,Global Trade
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220820T160000
DTSTAMP:20220615T232617Z
CREATED:20220615T232617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T232617Z
UID:12288-1660996800-1661011200@wacaustin.org
SUMMARY:Japan Business Seminars During Oita Festival
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 “Japan Business & Market Update” seminars during the Festival.  The first seminar will start at 1:30 pm\, and the same seminar repeats at 3:00 pm.  Texas exports 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\n 
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/japan-business-seminars-during-oita-festival/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220923T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220923T100000
DTSTAMP:20220921T183227Z
CREATED:20220920T021401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T183227Z
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SUMMARY:Estonia Business Delegation Networking Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:His Excellency\, Alar Karis\, the President of the Republic of Estonia requests the pleasure of your participation in a breakfast & conversation networking event with the Estonian Business Delegation. \nLocated in Northern Europe\, Estonia is one of the most dynamic\, business and startup-friendly ecosystems in the world and is the first truly digital-nation\, with more than 99% of state services available digitally and online – 24/7. \nAll of this is facilitated by one of Estonia’s greatest service exports – the system used daily to make all of this possible: the X-Road. The X-road is a smart data system that interconnects public and private databases and manages the connection to make sure that every system only has the data they need to complete a service\, but not more – always ensuring the privacy of the individual. \nIts efficient too – saving 1407 years of work\, annually\, removing the need for people to go back and forth tracking down data that the system\, or one part of the system\, already has.  It is an open-source platform and is exported internationally\, helping other countries and jurisdictions to build their own digital societies and infrastructures on top of this system. And what is truly exciting is that the more countries that onboard the system\, the more there is the potential for true cross-border interoperability where services from one country blend into and become accessible to citizens of another.  For example\, today\, a Finnish citizen can be prescribed medication in Finland\, and have the prescription filled in any pharmacy in Estonia – all by using their ID card and digital identity. \nEstonia’s robust digital infrastructure was opened to the global community in 2014\, with the launch of the world’s first e-Residency program. E-Residency affords a non-resident individual a legally recognized digital identity that is valid throughout the European Union. This means that non-residents of Estonia can transact within the European digital infrastructure seamlessly and remotely; digitally signing documents and contracts\, paying taxes\, registering a business\, etc. – all virtually and without the need for notaries or overnight mail. \nWith a population of only 1.3m people and a digitally-enabled\, can-do mindset\, Estonian businesses are “born global” with most entrepreneurs in the country beginning to look towards foreign markets from Day one.  And with a robust and collaborative startup ecosystem – sometimes referred to as “Silicon Valley’s best kept secret unicorn hatchery”\, a lean and innovative bureaucratic environment\, and a competitive tax system designed to enable growth\, rather than hamper it… it is no wonder that Estonia is such a hotbed for startups\, having become a veritable unicorn factory. \nEstonia is ranked #1 in Europe\, and #2 globally\, in terms of the number of startups per capita\, having given rise to globally recognized companies like such as Wise (formerly Transferwise)\, GrabCAD\, Fortumo\, Pipedrive\, Starship Technologies\, Skype\, and many\, many more – including 10 “unicorn” companies.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/estonia-business-delegation-networking-breakfast/
LOCATION:Capital Factory\, 701 Brazos Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Europe,Global Business Series,Global Trade
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SUMMARY:Business Opportunity with Malaysia
DESCRIPTION:With extensive trade links and diversified economic sectors\, Malaysia is one of the fastest-growing nations in Southeast Asia. Ranked among the top emerging markets for investment and recognized for its protection of investors as well as its responsiveness to facilitating business needs\, Malaysia offers unique opportunities for investment and business growth. \nJoin the World Affairs Council of Austin and our partners – the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce\, City of Austin\, and other Austin Chambers of Commerce – as we explore business and investment opportunities with Malaysia. Network with globally-established companies and representatives from the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA). This reception and panel discussion focuses on the Malaysian market as it relates to Austin businesses and investment opportunities. \nThis event features a fireside chat-style discussion by Malaysian business representatives\, networking opportunities\, free drinks\, and Malaysian-themed appetizers\, all within a social business environment. Bring your business cards to participate in the interactive game and win a prize! Join us for this fun and educational networking event. \nREGISTER HERE\nEvent Agenda\n5:30 | Check-In and Refreshments\n6:00 | Welcome\n6:10 | Panel Discussion\n6:40 | Q&A\n6:50 | Games & Prizes\n7:00 | Networking\n7:30 | Closing Remarks \nKnow Before you Go\n\nParking at the Indeed Tower garage is a flat fee of $10 after 4 PM.\nBring your business cards.\nDress code for this event is business casual.
URL:https://wacaustin.org/event/business-opportunity-with-malaysia/
LOCATION:Indeed Tower\, 200 W. 6th Street\, Austin\, Texas\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asia,Austin Center for Global Trade,Business,Global Trade
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