• Cities without Borders: From Austin to Bologna and the EU to Central Texas

    Join the European Union, the City of Austin, and the World Affairs Council of Austin for a gathering of those working in and with cities interested in exploring the growing opportunities available for international city-to-city cooperation. The meetup will showcase Austin's partnerships with Bologna, Italy and Lulea, Sweden around sustainable development, economic development, and cultural […]

  • Sustaining High Tech and Creative Industries

    House of Scandinavia 340 E. Second Street, Austin, TX, United States

    Agile cities with populations below 1 million are becoming global leaders in creativity and innovation. Norwegian cities are leveraging these attributes and providing a foundation for entrepreneurs to launch successful companies. Learn more about the diverse and imaginative ways cities and regions in Norway are impacting and redefining the meaning of a sustainable community. Moderator: […]

  • World Spins Series: Will Blockchain Disrupt World Trade?

    Neill-Cochran House Museum 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX, United States

    The World Economic Forum estimates that 10% of the world’s GDP will be recorded in blockchains by 2027. So it’s something that everyone in business needs to know about! But […]

  • Vietnam & Southeast Asia Business Briefing

    Asian American Resource Center 8401 Cameron Road, Austin, United States

    Join us for a briefing on Vietnam and Southeast Asia by US-ASEAN Business Council and Becamex IDC. They will present on business opportunities and resources for entrepreneurs looking to expand to Vietnam and Southeast Asia.  Who should attend? • Manufacturers • Supply Chains Enterprises (packaging, components, parts) • Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare Related Industries • High-Tech, Electrical & Home Appliances […]

    $10 – $20
  • Governor’s Business Forum and Small Business Awards Luncheon

    Archer Hotel Austin 3121 Palm Way, Austin, TX, United States

    The World Affairs Council of Austin along with the Asociacion de Empresarios Mexicanos (AEM-Austin) & the Office of Governor Greg Abbott presents the Governor's Business Forum on 15 May 2018.  […]

    $95
  • Beyond Borders: Business Opportunities for Exporters

    Tap into the global marketplace by unleashing the power of exporting! Learn how to Increase Working Capital; Enter new markets; Close more export sales and Spread the risk. Hear from […]

  • World Spins Series: China, Innovation and Us

    Join us for China, Innovation and Us featuring David Firestein, founding director, China Public Policy Center.  Throughout his career, Firestein has played an active role advancing U.S.-China and U.S.-Asia trade. […]

  • Investor Education Forum for Consumer Products Industry

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

    The World Affairs Council of Austin's Center for Global Trade is a partner organization with SKU, the premiere accelerator for the growing consumer products (CPG) industry. The consumer products (CPG) […]

    $65
  • Consumer Product Showcase Pitch Event

    Brazos Hall 204 E. 4th Street, Austin, TX, United States

    The World Affairs Council of Austin's Center for Global Trade is a partner organization with SKU, the premiere accelerator for the growing consumer products (CPG) industry. Seven amazing startups and their […]

    $30
  • International Business Coalition Meeting

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

    The International Business Coalition (IBC) strives to develop international business in central Texas, focusing its efforts on: Attracting foreign direct investment; Encouraging international business relocation to central Texas; and Promoting […]

  • Austria to Austin Entrepreneur Welcome Reception

    Galvanize Austin 119 Nueces Street, Austin, TX, United States

    Join the World Affairs Council of Austin, the Office of Science and Technology Austria, and participants of 3 Day Startup's Austria to Austin program, as they elaborate on their startups […]