In this Issue:
- Sept 8 in-person New York gala a big hit!
- Reeperbahn Festival conference connects music industry stakeholders
- German American forum on smart grids and energy
- GACC Pittsburgh chapter awarded $400K for apprenticeship program
- Dr. Schar breaks ground on plant expansion
- AHK World Business Outlook survey online now
- UN virtual delegation focuses on healthcare
- Annual ICH BIN EXPAT fair set for November
|
|
GACC NY welcomes back members, friends at September in-person event |
|
After 18 months of virtual meetings, we were thrilled to gather in-person again at our GACC Summer in the City Gala at the sleek Tribeca Rooftop. Guests filled the building's rooftop for a night of laughter, conversation and great food and, of course, stunning views!
We're delighted over all the positive feedback we've received from guests who attended the event. They truly appreciated having the opportunity to socialize again with an extended group of people in a safe and inviting environment.
A big thank to our members, partners and sponsors for your support to further grow German American Business.
|
|
Reeperbahn Festival Conference connects music industry experts, execs, stakeholders |
|
US executives, multipliers and buyers from the recorded music industry were virtually engaging in Europe's largest club festival: Reeperbahn Festival, Hamburg, last week from Sep. 21-24, 2021.
The GACC NY hosted a US-delegation of eight participants who virtually connected with German stakeholders and experts in the music industry for an in-depth look into live events, marketing, artist management, music tech and international collaboration opportunities. After traveling to Reeperbahn Festival with a US delegation in person in 2019, the GACC NY has now hosted this program virtually for the second time.
The program included digital access to selected highlights of the Reeperbahn Festival & Conference, networking opportunities, a roundtable discussion, individual matchmaking, the opportunity to present in front of an international audience and receiving an overview about Germany’s entertainment market.
This project was part of the Market Entry Program for small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs), which is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi).
Initiatives with the entertainment and creative industries sector have been facilitated by the GACC NY since 2017, with inbound and outbound delegations representing both US and German companies.
|
|
Virtual German American forum on smart grids and energy storage |
|
During the week of October 25, the German American Chamber of Commerce is hosting a virtual delegation for German companies in the smart grid and energy storage sectors. This program is sponsored by the Export Initiative "Energy Solutions - Made in Germany" of the German Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy.
On Tuesday, October 26, 2021, a virtual conference will take place offering an opportunity for experts from Germany and local US innovators to discuss ways to cooperate. The increased usage of renewable energies in our economies leads to a number of important challenges. The event will focus on technologies and solutions in the fields of smart grids and energy storage.
As part of the forum, a German delegation will present their latest solutions, technologies and services. Germany has been known for decades as a leader in renewable energy technologies. The event targets professionals, researchers and thought leaders in the fields of smart grids, energy storage and renewable energy in general. Further information and registration here.
|
|
Pennsylvania awards GACC Pittsburgh more than $400K for dual apprenticeship program |
|
Continuing his commitment to investing in job training, Governor Tom Wolf announced last week that a program created by his administration has awarded nearly $440,000 for the Pittsburgh Chapter of the German American Chamber of Commerce’s (GACC) Dual Apprenticeship Program. The Pre-Apprentice and Apprenticeship Grant Program, housed at the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), helps employers develop speciated training for their workers to close the skills gap and provide career opportunities for students and adults.
The project received $439,999 in funding which will enable GACC to better serve 18 of its current registered apprentices and to continue to grow the program to serve 49 additional apprentices during the three-year project period. All Dual Apprenticeship Program registered apprentices earn industry-recognized credentials.
“Pennsylvania businesses are looking to hire, and they need skilled employees, which create great opportunities for workers and their families,” said Gov. Wolf.
|
|
Dr. Schar expands New Jersey facility to meet US market growth |
|
Ten years ago on September 10th, Dr. Schar added another chapter to the company’s history when eight employees, shovels in hand, broke ground on a New Jersey gluten-free bread production site. On the anniversary of that date, this month Dr. Schar again broke ground on an exciting new expansion that will support its ability to meet robust growth and demand.
At this year’s ceremony, CEO Hannes Berger shared that Dr. Schar, a European-American producer of fine gluten-free snacks and breads, has grown over the past decade to 115 US employees, including their mechatronics apprentice, who is training to the German dual-education standard under the sponsorship of the German American Chamber of Commerce. Today, Dr. Schar's products are available in major grocery chains all across the country.
|
|
|
|
Transatlantic Travel Update
October 13 | 12:00pm EDT (ZOOM)
|
Now that the US travel ban has been lifted for the EU, what will we encounter in our transatlantic travels? From vaccine passes to flight service changes and everything else related to how we get around.
We've assembled a panel of experts who will answer questions on the all latest developments.
|
|
|
|
Walk Awesome NYC Tour
October 29 | 5:00pm (in-Person)
|
"Walk Awesome" takes you through New York's trendiest neighborhoods and connects you with the people that shape the future of our city.This 2.5-hour immersive walking tour with convenient bluetooth headphones leaves you with a new understanding about how the future of work and urban living are evolving.
|
|
Virtual delegation trip with UN buyers from the Healthcare Sector
|
|
The German American Chamber of Commerce in New York, on behalf of the German Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy, is organizing a virtual delegation trip for UN buyers from the Healthcare Sector between November 9-16, 2021.
Healthcare is an important industry in Germany and shows above-average growth rates compared to the German economy as a whole. Specifically, the medical technology industry in Germany is an important and steadily growing cornerstone and is considered to be particularly innovative, fast-growing and promising.
On November 9, GACC New York is hosting a virtual seminar focused on "How to do Business with the UN". The event targets German companies from the medical and healthcare industry. Participants will learn about the UN procurement systems and can virtually connect with UN procurement officers. Further information and registration here.
|
|
AHK World Business Outlook survey: GACC member participation encouraged
|
|
Our DIHK headquarters in Berlin is once again conducting its AHK World Business Outlook, a survey of AHK members.
The results will highlight challenges and successes the German business community faces where they are located throughout the world.
The survey is open now and can be completed in five minutes. It’s available in English, Spanish, French, Dutch, Turkish, Russian or German. The data will be shared with you once it is tabulated.
Thank you for your support!
|
|
ICH BIN EXPAT fair provides valuable info, tips for German speaking expats in the USA |
|
Don’t miss the ICH BIN EXPAT Virtual Conference, the one-stop-destination for German-speaking expats and long-term residents in the US. Learn from various experts and connect with other expats in your area or in a similar situation.
In over four days, 50+ speakers will share their expertise and tips through interviews, presentations and live workshops. Topics include: moving and re-patriation, immigration, health care, finances, working in America, spouse support as well as many topics around family, school, childcare and raising Third Culture Kids.
|
|
Promote your company with ads in our German American Trade Quarterly (GAT) magazine! |
|
Our Q4 2021 GAT magazine will be published next month on the websites of all our German American Chambers in the US. There's still time to advertise in the GAT and reach the more than 2500 digital and print subscribers representing businesses and other stakeholders who comprise the German-American community throughout the US.
Check out our Media Kit for ad specs and rates!
|
|
The GACC NY supports companies in recruiting skilled personnel as well as applicants in finding permanent employment or internships in the US through posted job advertisements.
The following positions are currently available:
GACC NY also is an official sponsor for J-1 visas in the categories of "Intern" and "Trainees."
|
|
International Trade Fair for Property and Investment will take place!
The annual trade show for the Real Estate and Investment industry will once again take place October 11 – 13, 2021 in Munich, Germany. Decision makers from the real estate industry as well as cities and regions will meet at Expo Real 2021.
Ideal for boosting new business, meeting existing customers, initiating new projects and closing deals – Expo Real is the meeting point for the industry. This show covers it all - from development to financing to operation and use.
In 2019, more than 2,100 exhibitors and 46,000 trade visitors participated in the show. We still have some booths available if you are interested in exhibiting. Please contact Karen Vogelsang at kvogelsang@tssworldwide.com. for details.
Due to various country travel restrictions still in place, a digital component to the show will be implemented. If you wish to attend virtually, or in person, you can find more information here.
We hope to see you in Munich for this truly international event!
|
|
CONTACT
James Freeman T: +1 (212) 974-8855 | F: +1 (212) 974-8867 | E: jfreeman@gaccny.com
|
|
German American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
80 Pine St, 24th Floor, New York, NY 10005
|
|
See what's happening on our social sites: |
|
|
|
|
|
|
