Seminar about

"Elevate your Corporate Success: Unlock the Power of Digital Marketing!"

When? Thursday, April 18th, 6:30 - 8:30

Where? To Be Confirmed

Join Us for an Exclusive Speakers Event featuring Experts from Up Digital Creative Agency!

Venue to be confirmed.

Discover the game-changing benefits of digital marketing and learn about:

SEO & Paid Ads: Learn the distinction between SEO and Paid Ads, and how combining them yields substantial benefits for your company.

Social Media Marketing: Understand the importance of social media for corporate growth. Find out how to tailor content and build an effective social media strategy.

Integration and Sales: Explore how SEO, Paid Ads, and Social Media seamlessly integrate to form a powerful sales boost.

Engage in networking opportunities over delicious refreshments & drinks and gain invaluable insights from seasoned industry mavens.

Let's catalyze your marketing journey together!

Event Admission:

Members: Free Admission

Non Members: $20 

Every attendee will be given a free audit

Beverages and a selection of appetizers is sponsored by 

Up Digital Creative Agency

European Chambers Networking Cocktail

When? Thursday, May 2nd, 6-8pm

Where? To Be Confirmed

The European Chambers (Italian, Spanish, French, British, and German Chamber) invite you to our regular networking cocktail. We expect around 250 attendees and you can meet a lot of interested new people.

We will also have exciting sponsorship opportunities to showcase your business.

More information will follow soon.

The GABC Membership Event

When? Around May 23rd, 6-8pm

Where? Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center

Join our annual membership event and learn about our mission, our core values, our services, and your member's benefits followed by a Q&A focused networking session.

We want to give our members the opportunity to get better insights into our services as well as learn more about the community.

More information will follow soon.

Past Events!

European Chambers Networking Cocktail

When? Thursday, February 1st 6pm

Where? Regatta Grove

The European Chambers (Italian, Spanish, French, British, and German Chamber) kicked off the new year with a joint Networking Cocktail at Regatta Grove on February 1st, from 6-8pm. We had around 250 attendees and met a lot of interested new people.

The GABC and Alexandra C. Peters, Christel Silver, and Claudio Riedi from our Board of Directors joined Advantage Austria in Florida and spoke about the Real Estate market with focus on retirement in Florida, what to consider when buying in Florida, organized by Gregor Waldhauser and Anke Ray.

It was a great exchange and we thank the ustrian delegation for having us!

Sunset Networking Cocktail at the Wharf Fort Lauderdale

When: Thursday, February 15th, 6-8pm

Where: The Wharf Fort Lauderdale

Golden Hour, Golden Times!

Networking by the water is always a pleasure and we had the opportunity to meet many great new people at the Wharf Fort Lauderdale Breakwater Hospitality Group.

New Event Series - Speak Easy!

When: February 28th, 6-8pm

Where: L'Artisteria Pizzeria

We introduced our new event series to our Non-Germans out there, or the Germans who haven't spoken German in a while. At our first event in February we had the chance to enhance our German language skills while enjoying a delightful slice of pizza and a few drinks, all while networking at L’Artisteria Pizzeria in Brickell, Miami.

We would like to say DANKESCHÖN to all who contributed to the success of this amazing evening and are looking forward to hosting more events like this in the future.

Beyond Borders: Exploring Emerging Markets für US Businesses

When? Tuesday, March 5th, 5:30pm

Where? Miami Dade College - AI Center

The European Chambers of South Florida welcomed you to a panel discussion about: “Beyond Borders - Exploring Emerging Markets for US Businesses”, followed by a networking cocktail at the Miami Dade College - Wolson Campus.

We had around 100 attendees from the Spanish, British, French, Italian, and German Chambers and met a lot of interesting new people.

We extend special thanks to Miami Dade College - Wolfson Campus for their hospitality and to Amicorp for sponsoring.

Welcome Our New Business Members!

Jakob Wittmann I

Prep Academy Tutors

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to our newest member, Jakob Wittmann, from Prep Academy Tutors of Miami. Jakob brings a rich tapestry of experiences, linguistic diversity, and an unwavering commitment to education. 

Originally born in Rottweil, Germany, Jakob attended school at DHBW in Stuttgart and lived in Munich before relocating to Miami, in 2022. He enjoys spending time with his family at the beach, traveling, kite surfing, and playing volleyball.

A fluent communicator in both German and English, Jakob is currently adding Spanish to his repertoire, showcasing his dedication to embracing diversity within our vibrant South Florida community. He transitioned seamlessly from being an athlete playing handball to becoming an entrepreneur and possesses a versatile skill set that spans relationship building, customer support, project management, and education.

As the Owner of Prep Academy Tutors, Jakob leads a team of Certified Teachers and Subject Matter Experts committed to providing personalized, in-person guidance for students from K-12 & post-graduation levels. He is enthusiastic about being part of the Prep Academy Tutors community and introducing the first PAT franchise to Florida.

Jakob’s passion lies in forging connections and utilizing his expertise in staffing and recruiting to pair students with the ideal tutors suited to their individual needs. He is dedicated to understanding each student’s learning style and requirements, ensuring a personalized match with a tutor who can inspire and guide them effectively.

Connect with Jakob today and explore the educational possibilities together.

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Founded in New York and recently relocated to Miami, Up Digital is an international full-service creative agency specializing in digital marketing solutions. Their services include Branding, Graphic Design, Website Development, SEO & Paid Ads, Email Marketing and Social Media Management.

Up Digital’s team members have engaged with top-tier brands such as Villeroy Boch, Bayer, Bic, and Velle. Presently, their clientele spans across various sectors, including real estate, law firms, hospitality, and non-profit organizations.

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About the team

Maria Gorn,

CEO & Founder

Maria Gorn, the founder of Up Digital, has called the US home for the past four years. 

Her professional journey began as a Graphic Designer in a creative agency, evolving into leadership roles such as Director of E-Commerce at the prominent CBD company Miraflora, and eventually opening her own agency. Maria has steered over 100 successful projects in Marketing and Advertising, showcasing her exceptional creative vision and strategic prowess.

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Farida van Riesen,

Business Development Director

Currently, Farida is leading Up Digital through its transition from NYC to Miami.

Two years ago, Farida moved to the US from her hometown, Berlin, Germany. With a background in legal operations and marketing, she previously worked as a Marketing Project Manager at a German Property Management Firm.

Known for her strong sense of community and exceptional communication skills, Farida is a natural leader who thrives on networking and connecting with others. With the motto 'Nothing is impossible,' she remains dedicated to helping others achieve their goals and drive progress alongside her team.

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Christopher Ernst I

SERIOUS Corporation USA

As a full-service marketing agency headquartered in Hamburg, we are expanding our services internationally and founded SERIOUS Corporation in the USA in 2022.

With our US unit, we are living the benefits of the international exchange of ideas, trends and services! This also enables us to offer truly innovative marketing solutions.

Our marketing services encompass all disciplines of modern marketing, including digital, advertising and design, tailored to our clients' goals.

Comprehensive information can be found on our website, all information is available in German and English, with many examples of successful projects.

Contact us, we look forward to developing successful solutions for you too.

Your SERIOUS Team!

Als Full-Service-Marketing-Agentur mit Hauptsitz in Hamburg bauen wir unsere Dienstleistungen international aus und gründeten im Jahr 2022 die SERIOUS Corporation in den USA.

Mit unserer US-Unit leben wir die Vorteile des internationalen Austauschs von Ideen, Trends und Dienstleistungen! Dies ermöglicht es uns auch, wirklich innovative Marketinglösungen anzubieten.

Unsere Marketingleistungen umfassen alle Disziplinen des modernen Marketings, also Digital, Werbung und Design, zugeschnitten auf die Ziele unserer Kunden.

Umfassende Informationen finden Sie auf unserer Website, alle Informationen sind in deutscher und englischer Sprache verfügbar, mit vielen Beispielen für erfolgreiche Projekte.

Sprechen Sie uns an, wir freuen uns darauf, auch für Sie erfolgreiche Lösungen zu entwickeln.

Ihr SERIOUS Team!

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Welcome Our Private Individual Members!

Monti Bouhs

Monti Bouhs, hailing from the quaint German village of Bad Neuenahr, just 45 minutes away from Cologne, carries with him a rich tapestry of values instilled by his parents. Raised in a household that championed life principles and a strong work ethic, Monti's mother emerged as an entrepreneur, venturing into education and mental health services. Her exceptional leadership skills became a guiding light. Meanwhile, his father, initially an academic with a doctorate in economics, ascended to become the youngest CEO of Bankhaus Metzler in Frankfurt. Later, he successfully led real estate funds in America and returned to manage the family's real estate development firm founded post-WWII.

Grateful for parents who imparted people skills, optimism, humility, and tolerance, Monti embarked on a unique journey. His desire for maximum freedom led him to forgo traditional education, joining the family office at 16. Working alongside his father, he gained insights into portfolio management, stock picking, and real estate financing.

Monti's path defied conventional norms, guided by a self-developed inner compass rather than societal expectations. An unexpected opportunity to intern in Miami reshaped his perspective. Inspired by a lifestyle he found there, Monti took a bold step, immigrating to the U.S. At a young age, he immersed himself in remodeling residential properties into luxury Airbnb units and provided investment advice to friends and family.

A transformative experience unfolded as Monti received personalized mentoring from ex-Goldman Sachs proprietary traders, delving into a Global macro long-short trading approach, primarily expressed through options with a 1-6 months time horizon.

Balancing his German penchant for punctuality and analytical thinking, Monti also embraces the non-linear dynamics of spiritual growth. He cherishes the ability to optimize time on Earth through system development while recognizing the accelerated success that spiritual pursuits can bring.

Monti joins this collective with gratitude, inspired to contribute and celebrate the union of two great nations in spirit.

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Seeking new Opportunities!

We would like to introduce Ulrike Unger, who is currently looking for a job:

“I am eager to join an energetic team as Administrative Assistant, where I can contribute my exceptional customer service skills and organizational abilities. Bringing 8+ years of retail and administrative experience and my unique skill set together with my German background make me the perfect candidate for the role as Office Admin.

I relish the opportunity of linking internal efficiency, customer satisfaction, and overall business success by ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and maintaining company standards. Facing new challenges inspires me; my critical thinking and problem-solving skills peak when working under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Developing and implementing action plans to achieve the highest customer satisfaction as well as improving operational results are my passion.

At my previous job at ANDROID USA, I increased sales by 50% by going digital and utilizing social media platforms (such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, etc.).

I will directly assist the Executives by handling phone and E-Mail communications, invoice preparation and filing, as well as scheduling meetings, managing cost control, and allocating resources to optimize productivity. I’m confident that my ability to multi-task, my background in cash-handling, knowledge of EDI and Point-of-Sales Software, as well as inventory management. I am also tech-savvy with Expertise in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks.

I am excited about the prospect of joining the company’s team. My enthusiasm, reliability, and dedication to providing superior customer service will make me an invaluable asset. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing my qualifications further.



Sincerely,

Ulrike Unger"

We would like to introduce Generali Global Assistance, who is currently looking for a customer service representative:

Generali Global Assistance is seeking bilingual Customer Service Representatives to coordinate assistance for customers in need. We coordinate different types of assistance for our customers, including but not limited to travel arrangements, medical transports, routine and emergent medical visits, repatriation, and evacuation services, and more. This is a hybrid role based out of our Pembroke Pines office. As a hybrid role, you will be working onsite 2-3 days a week and working from home 2-3 days a week after the successful completion of a 90-day on-site training period.

Please note that a US work permit is required.

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all our employment programs and decisions. Discrimination in employment on the basis of any classification protected under federal, state, or local law is a violation of our policy. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, military status, HIV/AIDS status, mental or physical disability, use of a guide or support animal because of blindness, deafness, or physical handicap, or any other legally protected basis under applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, classification, placement, promotion, termination, reductions in force, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation, and training. Any employees with questions or concerns about equal employment opportunities in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. The Company will not allow any form of retaliation against individuals who raise issues of equal employment opportunity. All Company employees are responsible for complying with the Company’s Equal Opportunity Policy. Every employee is to treat all other employees equally and fairly. Violations of this policy may subject an employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

More information under the following link: https://us.generaliglobalassistance.com/careers/job-openings/

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Lehtinen, Schultz, Riedi PLLC | Rhenus Logistics | META Storage Solutions Miele, Inc. | Toscana Divino | Visa Business Plans | Christian Schoepp for OCS Law  I Wolfgang Wehen for Sheraton Miami Airport  I Michaela Kennedy for Forum Consulting LLC

*Click on above names for more information

You are now a member of the Turkish Airlines Corporate Club. 

Members of the GABC will be able to enjoy the benefits that Turkish Airlines provides when purchasing airline tickets originating from the USA or GERMANY, to any of their more than 340 destinations around the world. 

Reservations and ticketing must be done through the selected ticketing agency:

Four Seasons Travel - Contact:

Maria Luisa Varela-Ucros

Phone: 305-604-9800

Email:  marialuisa@fourseasonsmia.com

Agency Address: 605 Lincoln Road, Suite 410 Miami Beach FL 33139

The benefits you get when your tickets are issued with the GABC’s corporate code are:

• Exclusive discounts on fares
• Extra baggage allowance on international flights
• Flexibility to change flight routes and dates depending on your booking class with no penalty
• Access to Fast Track lines in Istanbul
• Check-in at the Business class ticket counters

For more information about fares and benefits, please contact Maria Luisa from Four Seasons Travel.

Non-Members Price list:

$ 125 for business card size (approx. 5x9 cm / 2x3.5 inch)

$ 150 for third page ad (approx. 10x18 cm / 4x7 inch)

$ 175 for half page ad (approx. 14x21 cm / 5.5x8 inch)

$ 215 for 1 full page ad

Run ad for 2 Newsletters – receive 10% discount on second ad

Run ad for 3 Newsletters – receive 15% discount on second and third ad 

Florida Sun Magazine

www.floridasunmagazine.com

Leonie Vallerius

Executive Director

With over 12 years of experience in the field of business management, marketing, and event management, Leonie Vallerius is managing each department of the GABC, being responsible for setting up and launching marketing projects, events and campaigns for both the GABC's members and the organization’s growth and success.

Leonie is your main contact for any membership or GABC related matter.

Board of Directors 2024

Christian Riehl

Director

TV Productions

Miriam Moser

Director



Christel Silver

Director

Silver International Realty

Michaela Kennedy

Director

Reinhard Benditte

Director

Christian F. Schoepp

Director

OCS Law

Wolfgang Wehen

Director

Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center

Christa Green

GABC President Emeritus

and Honorary Director of the Board

In loving Memory of our Treasurer and Friend

Timo A. Becker, J.D.

1975 - 2023