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September 2016 e-publication of the GABC Boston
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Michael Haueisen
GABC Board of Directors
VP Strategic Procurement
SIEMENS
Energy Management US/CA
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Dear Members & Friends of GABC,
It is really amazing, but with Labor Day already passed, the summer is in its last days, officially ending September 21st. As usual it seems like the hot season was too short, but it also means that the GABC is now back from the break.
Shortly before our break the yearly board member election took place.
I would like to thank all of the board members for putting their time and efforts into the GABC. Thank you very much ! (More details see below)
Also the newly elected board has a lot of great events lined up for you. Specifically I would like to point out our Oktoberfest event taking place on Sept 27th at Jacob Wirth, a fun socializing event which is by now a GABC tradition - "O’zapft is !".
In addition I would like to remind that we would like to get more active participation. Specifically from our Sponsors and Corporate Members in regards to news for our section “Schwarzes Brett”. We did not receive a lot over this summer, but it is time now to start and to provide us with your input.
And one reminder:
- Did you already book your Corporate Table for the upcoming GALA for December 9th? For the first time we will have the GALA not during the week, but on Friday the 9th of December. So if you did not book your table yet, please start doing so right away.
I wish all of you a good start in the fall season and I hope you enjoy reading the newsletter.
Alles Gute,
Michael
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Mark Your Calendar for these Upcoming Events
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September 12, 2016 -- this coming Monday!
How to Present Oneself — for YPs who ask “How do I conduct a productive job search? How do I use social media to create a brand for myself? What are the skills needed for interviewing in the US?” — we have arranged presentations from representatives of human resource departments and recruiting firms. $10 GABC Members / $25 Non-Members Co-organized with Goethe-Institut Boston. Info and Tickets HERE
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September 27 2016
Oktoberfest!
Join us at Jacob Wirth’s, Boston’s premier German restaurant & beer hall in the heart of Boston for laughter, conversation, and a dinner of traditional Wurst, Sauerkraut, Brezeln, Spaetzle and Rotkohl. Jake’s boasts one of the widest selections of German beers in Boston. Ticket price includes full dinner and two drinks of your choice (beer, wine, non-alcoholic). Info & Tickets HERE
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October 27, 2016
East Coast German-American Industry Forum - Half Day Conference
This conference offers a perfect platform to connect with potential business partners and peers, gain unique perspectives on current business topics and gather valuable insights into industry trends. It features keynote speeches, panel discussions and in-depth workshops on issues affecting companies doing transatlantic business, with an emphasis on German Mittelstand and U.S. SMEs. More HERE
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December 9, 2016
Weihnachts Gala - Save the Date and Reserve your Corporate Table Now!
Reserve your Corporate Table now for GABC’s annual Christmas dinner in the magical setting of the Taj Boston ballroom overlooking Boston Public Garden in historic downtown Boston. Remaining Corporate Sponsorships range from $1,500-$3,000. More HERE
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Saarland, Germany, summer 2016 (photo: M.LeMay)
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Behind the Scenes
On June 29, 2016 the GABC Board of Directors met for their monthly meeting in the offices of Deloitte to vote for Board Member positions-- as they do every summer. Executive Director Marian LeMay was thrilled that each existing board member elected to continue their volunteer service on the board, roles that, however rewarding, take up significant time in the lives of these busy executives.
In addition, four existing board members were nominated for, and subsequently voted in for officer positions. The current slate of board Members is as follows:
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Ines Boehnert
Marketing, Engineering and Business Professional
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Member Profile: Ines Boehnert
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GABC
: Ines, what's your connection with German-American business?
IB: Having moved to Boston in 2015 in order to pursue new career opportunities, without the security of employment, or the support of an employer’s expertise, I had to create and develop my own professional- as well as personal network.
GABC: What do you like about the GABC?
IB: GABC was of remarkable assistance, inviting me to networking events, referring me to established company contacts, and providing me with regular updates about upcoming events or possible job opportunities. Whatever question arose in the process of adjusting to the Boston speed of life, GABC always took the time to send a fast and competent response! When looking back at the first few months of hard work to find my way in this competitive environment, I realize how much GABC’s encouragement and wealth of knowledge has contributed to later success.
GABC: What are you looking forward to seeing the GABC do in the future?
IB: As GABC has started doing, involve the younger generation, prepare them for the corporate and personal changes that will show their effects once they reach what is considered today, the “baby-boomer” age.
GABC: What keeps you busy when you're not working?
IB: What I started doing as a high school student in Germany, and then continued for almost twenty years until I accepted a job offer from an engineering firm in Chicago: Go flying!
GABC: Tell us something about yourself that we wouldn't know by looking at your CV.
IB: I love to write about women with unusual biographies, interests and exemplary persistence. Here in Boston, I have quickly come up with a long list of such extraordinary individuals whose lives I would love to share in form of a book, once I have-, or take the time to write it. I enjoy sharing my own personal experiences as a world traveler, technical professional (Metallflugzeugbauer), as well as a single parent, - criteria that tend to expose women to a lot of challenges worth discussing fearlessly. Meanwhile, I am well connected, and hope to give back to this amazing city what it has made possible for me.
Drop Ines a note at petzoldines@hotmail.com
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Kick off meeting: New
GABC Young Professionals Group
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On June 29th, the very successful kick-off meeting of the GABC YP took place with GABC board members on the roof top of Angelo and Monika Moesslang’s private home in the Back Bay.
The most pressing things discussed were:
1) Mentorship: Most YP see it as most valuable to have a Mentor with whom they can discuss future career perspectives. Options discussed: a) a pool of mentors tailored to the needs of each Mentee available for advice/expertise when needed or b) a close one-on-one relationship. More...
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Schwarzes Brett
On September 28, the Bavarian US Offices for Economic Development
under the direction of GABC Corporate Member Jan Danisman will host their 5th annual investors conference, the OktoberINVESTfest in New York City. For more information, please visit www.oktoberinvestfest.com.
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AYOXXA Biosystems GmbH, an international biotech company based in Cologne,
is seeking a Field Application Specialist in the Boston office. See the GABC website for a list of available jobs. Members may post job positions and CVs at no charge.
Career Booster Germany! On September 30, Goethe-Institut Boston will host a free, all-day Information Fair focused on studying in Germany without tuition fees, scholarships, internships, exchange programs, work and research opportunities. Info Here
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Munich, Germany, summer 2016 (photo: M.LeMay)
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GERMAN-AMERICAN BUSINESS COUNCIL of BOSTON
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