Past Events
Growth Opportunities in Emerging Markets: US – Polish IT Forum Meet experts from leading US and Polish technology companies to learn about market trends, opportunities to partner with strong Polish companies and experiences companies made. Keynote by Jacek S. Levernes, Vice President – Global Business Services – Europe, Middle East and Africa and Europe Executive Board Member, HP For more info about the event and to register visit: http://www.worldtradeweeknyc.org/calendar/growth-opportunities-in-emerging-markets-us-polish-it-forum/ Networking receptions with Polish delicatessen to follow the panel discussion. |
EACC’s 2012 Annual Conference: Skilled Labor Workforce On May 16th 2012, the European-American Chamber of Commerce (EACC) will gather in Cincinnati international, national, and regional experts along with policy makers from both sides of the Atlantic to present to corporate executives, community leaders, educators, and parents a one-day conference that will address this issue and:
For more information and to register visit the EACC Cincinnati website. |
World Trade Week New York City Every year, the President of the United States declares the third full week of May as World Trade Week. Trade organizations, businesses and other stakeholders come together both nationally and locally to promote and facilitate international trade in the U.S. economy. The New York City tri-state region’s trade and transportation community celebrates World Trade Week by offering a full agenda of educational seminars, global business networking events and the Awards Breakfast that recognizes the exemplary achievements by practitioners in the field. We work together to: • Recognize the contribution of international trade to economic growth and job creation in the New York metropolitan region • Highlight the link between international trade and transportation and the region’s economic well‐being • Celebrate companies succeeding in the global marketplace and highlight their contribute on to the region’s economy • Share knowledge, resources and ideas to facilitate small business success internationally Who are our partners? World Trade Week NYC puts businesses and organizations in touch with invaluable opportunities and resources. We invite you to join us! Visit the World Trade Week New York Calendar of Events: http://www.worldtradeweeknyc.org/calendar/. The European American Chamber is also planning to host an event as part of our series "Doing Business in the US and Europe": Product & Toy Safety, click here for more details and to register. NYC deemed world’s most competitive New York is the leading city in the world for global competitiveness, edging out London and Singapore, according to a new report. |
Europe Day Celebrated in Washington DC The annual event, during which EU embassies open their doors to the Washington public, is part of Europe Week, which means seven days of Europe-related events all over the United States. Each embassy will be open to the public from 10 am until 4 pm on Saturday, May 12, 2012, offering a rare look inside the buildings and providing a unique opportunity to experience the country's cultural heritage and national traditions. Free shuttle bus service will be provided throughout the day with stops at embassies and select Metro stations. The EU Delegation and the Embassies will offer authentic music, dance, food, film, art and fun for the whole family. "The EU Open House has become a highlight on the Washington, DC events calendar," said Ambassador João Vale de Almeida, Head of the Delegation of the European Union to the U.S. "This is the sixth year running that the 27 European Union member countries and the EU Delegation work together to present this fantastic event which draws thousands of visitors. We are particularly happy that our future member Croatia participates this year. The EU Embassies' Open House, the single biggest celebration of the EU in the world, demonstrates the EU's motto of 'unity through diversity' by showcasing the range and richness of European culture and society." EU Embassies' Open House occurs during Europe Week, a week long celebration of Europe across the United States with concerts, exhibitions, performances, and other activities presented by a wide range of consulates, universities, organizations and institutions. From fine art and photography to music and acting, Europe Week will offer an insight into European culture and society, from its rich artistic history to the latest works of its young artists. May 9 is Europe Day, celebrated annually to mark the signing of the Schuman Declaration in 1950, which laid the basis for what today is the European Union. For further information and to plan your trip, please visit: www.euopenhouse.com |
Private Equity Forum • Macro Sector Trends, Current Volume & Outlook in Europe and the US • Hot Markets and New Challenges • Attracting Non-US Funds into the US Market • Global Financing Market, Fund Formation in US and overseas • European PE Market - Market Health, Trends in the Face of Sovereign Debt Pressures • Deal Evaluations; Update on SEC Rules and Enforcement • Emerging Markets Trends, Portfolio Allocations & Future of PE Transactions SPEAKERS: • Esther Rombaut, Partner, MERCURY CAPITAL ADVISORS
TIME: 5:30 - 6:00 pm: Check-in 6:00 - 7:00 pm: Program 7:00 - 8:00 pm: Cocktail Reception REGISTRATION FEES: EACC NY Member: Free Non-Member: $25 REGISTRATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT |
BNP Paribas & Arendt & Medernach Event The globalization of the funds industry will ensure diversification of products necessary to meet investors' demands. New markets provide US asset managers a unique opportunity to expand fund distribution. A panel of experts will discuss trends and market-specific strategies to help you identify new opportunities. PANELISTS: • Carine Feipel, Partner, Arendt & Medernach • Eric Nelsner, Director of Business Development, Legg Mason • Justin Ong, Partner, Pricewaterhouse Coopers • Carlo Sturlese, Hedge Fund Alnalyst, Kairos • Paul Cahill, Head of Product Management, BNP Paribas (Moderator) TIME: 8:00 - 8:45 AM: Check-in & Breakfast 8:45 - 9:00 AM: Program 9:00 - 10:00 AM: Panel Discussion REGISTRATION: To register please click here: RSVP, please rsvp no later than April 23rd. |
Employment & Labor Law in France, Germany and the US: Understanding the Differences A discussion of the local laws and differences between the jurisdictions incl.: · Hiring and firing
SPEAKERS: • Philip Berkowitz, US Co-Chair, Int’l. Employment Law Practice Group, LITTLER MENDELSON
REGISTRATION FOR THIS IS CLOSED. WE CAN NO LONGER ACCEPT ADDITIONAL REGISTRANTS . |
ABA International Spring Meeting New York City Spring Meeting attendees will include high-level practitioners with the largest and most respected global law firms; lawyers with the most prominent regional and national firms inside and outside the U.S.; U.S.-based small-firm and solo practitioners with significant international practice; corporate and in-house counsel; lawyers serving in government or with non-governmental organizations and inter-governmental organizations; and academics. ABA International is the “ABA home” for the world’s leading international practitioners, and the 2012 Spring Meeting is a “Must-Attend” meeting for lawyers with a practice or interest in international legal issues. For the complete agenda and to register to http://ambar.org/ilspring2012 |
Urban Planet: Emerging Ecologies 
The guest speakers will shape an explicit understanding of different urban contexts examined via the lens of ecological viability and speculate open-ended alternative urban futures. For more information about the event go to: cooper.edu/events-and-exhibitions/events/urban-planet-emerging-ecologies |
Property Tax Challenges and Their Impact on Corporate Taxpayers & Investors AGENDA 7:30 – 8:00 AM: Registration & Breakfast 8:00 – 9:15 AM: Panel Discussion: Property Tax Challenges and their Impact on Real Estate Performance, including
9:15-9:30 AM: Is There a Difference in Tax Burden Between US and European Cities – Who is the Winner?
9:30 – 10:00 AM: Networking Produced in cooperation with IPTI, International Property Tax Institute. REGISTRATION FEES: EACC NY Member: Free Non-Member: $25 We have closed the online registration. If you wish to attend the event please come directly to the event location at the address below and register onsite. |
Webinar: Understanding Free Trade Agreements In this webinar you will see how free trade agreements can reduce your exporting costs, making your products more attractive to foreign buyers. In this webinar, you will learn about the free trade agreement terms and definitions, documentation required to take advantage of free trade agreement benefits. Your questions will be answered by our experts. Learn more/register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=2Q4P For more information, please contact Linda.Abbruzzese@trade.gov. |
Webinar: Taking Your Cloud Solution Global Additionally, Lothar Determann, Partner at Baker & McKenzie, will provide clarity and certainty on various myths surrounding data privacy and security, and will cover legal issues (Patriot Act) and privacy laws as they pertain to providing hosted solutions in foreign countries. The cloud has already gone global – make sure you have the knowledge and expertise to join and beat your competitors. Learn more/register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=2Q62. For more information, please contact aileen.nandi@trade.gov or duncan.archibald@trade.gov. |
EUROPEAN AMERICAN PRESS CLUB hosts Frédéric Oudea of Société Générale Frédéric Oudea, Président Directeur Général Groupe Société Générale Président de la Fédération Bancaire Française Sur le thème: "La banque face aux enjeux de la transformation et du financement de l'économie" [Intervention « on the record » en Français ou en anglais] Frais de participation: 30€ pour les non-EACC membres, gratuit pour les EACC membres. To register, please email serre@eaccfrance.eu |
ThinkSwiss: Genève Meets New York: A Festival of Global Ideas Born in Geneva  Topics that lie at the core of Swiss and American identity, such as participatory democracy, progressive education, humanitarian principles and freedom of information will be addressed in conversations that bring together personalities from both countries. These will be complemented by select concerts, dance performances, readings, exhibits, and film screenings.
We invite you all to discover what makes Geneva such a special city: its spirit and its soul! For more information, a calendar of events and to participate click here. |
Croatia and the Transatlantic Community Croatia and the Transatlantic Community: Extending the Promise of EU and NATO Membership to Southeastern Europe.The European Union Studies Center The Graduate Center, CUNY and the European Union Center of New York Invite you to a lecture by EACC New York Member Marijan Gubic, Consul General of Croatia in New York REGISTRATION FEES: EACC NY Member: Free Non-Member: Free REGISTRATION: Reservations accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Tel: 212-817-2053/51; E-mail: eusc@gc.cuny.edu More information on the European Union Studies Center (EUSC) can be found at: euromatters.org This event is a part of the EUSC Lecture Series co-sponsored by the Otto and Fran Walter Foundation. |
Webinar: Tax Incentives - TIFs and PILOTs Points of Discussion: TIFs:
This webinar is presented by EACC NY partner: The International Property Tax Institute REGISTRATION FEES: EACC NY & IPTI Members: Free Non-Member: Free REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Space is limited: Reserve your Webinar seat now at: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/801291506 After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar. |
“The Euro: From Crisis to Recovery” SPEAKER: • The Honorable João Vale de Almeida, AMBASSADOR OF THE EUROPEAN UNION TO THE UNITED STATES REGISTRATION: RSVP to www.mdc.edu/specialevents. For more information, please call 305.237.3959. |
European Union-New Jersey Business Forum on Technology and Innovation 
The program will feature two panel discussions among business leaders and public officials and will conclude with a keynote address by Uri Dadush, Director of the International Economics Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. The EU-NJ Business Forum on Technology and Innovation is funded by a grant from the Delegation of the European Union to the US and organized in cooperation with the New Jersey Business Action Center, the European American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, the New Jersey Technology Council and Rutgers Heldrich Center for Workforce Development. It will provide opportunities for networking to foster new business relationships and will feature two panel discussions among business leaders and public officials and will conclude with a lunch and keynote address. Breakfast, refreshments, and lunch will be provided. SPEAKERS: Keynote Speaker: Uri Dadush, Director of the International Economics Program, CARNEGIE ENDOWMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL PEACE. Others tba. REGISTRATION FEES: EACC NY & NJ Member: Free Non-Member: Free REGISTRATION: Registration is free, please register using the following link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RutgersTechForum. For any questions email us at: european@rci.rutgers.edu |
Webinar: Export Documentation Basics Included webinar components: Export documents, their function and preparation; terminology; resources available to exporters, Common problems with preparation and processing of export documents, Mechanics of the export process; working with export service providers and Automated Export System (AES) Basics. REGISTRATION FEES: EACC NY Member/Non-Member: $25 REGISTRATION: Learn more/register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=2Q4A For more information, please contact the Middletown Export Assistance Center, Anne.Evans@trade.gov or telephone: 860-638-6950). |
Webinar: Doing Business in the Nordics Senior Commercial Officer Frank Carrico from the U.S. Embassy in Stockholm, Sweden will discuss best prospects, commercial climate, business “do’s and don’ts,” and what to look out for in the way of representation. Frank will be joined by representatives from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Market Access and Compliance office as well as by representatives of several U.S. Embassies throughout the region. The Nordic region is comprised of some of the most stable, open, competitive economies in the world. It is home to some of the world’s largest and most successful “green” and technology-friendly firms. The region is also known for its high regard for U.S. products, innovation, and technology. Key sectors to be discussed include environmental technologies; computers and software; life sciences, medical equipment, and pharmaceuticals; oil and gas; consumer goods; and telecommunications services and equipment. There will be a brief question and answer session following the presentation. REGISTRATION FEES: EACC NY Member/Non-Member: $30 REGISTRATION: Learn more/register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/newWebinarRegistration.jsp?SmartCode=2Q5G For more information please contact Paul Matino at Paul.Matino@trade.gov or 410-962-4581. |