In this Issue:
- German American Apprenticeship Conference
- LEG Thüringen delegation visits east coast tech hubs
- Latest STEP USA program partners with DIWH
- GACC NY welcomes newest members
- 2022 Sponsorship packages available: GACC NY 75th anniversary!
- Upcoming Events
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German Ambassador to the US Emily Haber presents award at apprenticeship conference |
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On November 9, the transatlantic community celebrated its partnership on career training programs at the German American Apprenticeship Conference 2021 in Washington, DC.
Her Excellency German Ambassador to the United States, Dr. Emily Haber, provided the keynote address, in which she emphasized the critical need for apprenticeships to train the workforce to meet our goals for the future. At the same time that world leaders were convening for COP26 to develop strategies to address global challenges, our speakers discussed the career pathways that will prepare our talented young people to be part of those solutions.
One of the outstanding host companies for the GACC apprenticeship programs was recognized at the conference. Congratulations to our winners of the German American Apprenticeship Award 2021: Seyer Industries, Inc. from Saint Peters, Missouri, for their outstanding apprenticeship program.
Speakers at the conference included representatives from German and US government, industry, and education. All shared the common commitment to advancing structured on-the-job training combined with accredited academic programs. As these programs grow and become more recognized in the US the way they are in Germany, parents and students are noticing that these apprenticeships provide a valuable post-secondary education with meaningful career opportunities, low to no debt, and strong earnings potential.
The German American Chambers of Commerce (GACCs), who organized this program sponsor DOL Registered Apprenticeships in a variety of sectors. Our programs are based on the high quality training programs established in Germany and cooperated with accredited community colleges for the aligned academic instruction.
The event was sponsored by the German Federal Ministry for Education and Research. We hope to see you all again next year for the 2022 German American Apprenticeship Conference!
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LEG Thüringen delegation to visit tech hubs in Massachusetts and New York |
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For LEG Thüringen’s first transatlantic trade mission to the US in almost two years, they will be visiting the thriving East Coast technology hubs of Boston, MA and Rochester, NY.
Home to a substantial number of global technology leaders, research institutions and top universities such as Harvard and MIT, the trailblazing city of Boston, as well as Rochester, represent an ideal and symbolic starting point for us to rekindle Thuringian-North American trade mission campaigns.
Their goal is to promote Thuringian high-tech know-how and expertise, particularly in the fields of optics, life sciences, automation, and sensor technology, and to pair it with cutting-edge technological output developed by companies based in the US.
The German American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is excited to organize this delegation program from December 6-10, 2021 in Boston and Rochester. Take advantage of this great opportunity to meet with Thuringian companies at one of our events in Boston (December 7) on The Future of Smart Manufacturing, or Rochester (December 9) on Glass Giants - The Origins of Modern Optics with an Eye to the Future.
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STEP USA partners with DWIH for recent program |
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In order to meet the needs of the fast-growing and dynamic scene of university start-ups and spin-offs, the German Science and Innovation House (DWIH) and the GACC NY entered into their first ever partnership to present our latest STEP USA program.
The aim of the partnership is to bring these start-ups and spin-offs from the university network to one of the most vibrant startup hotspots in the world and give them the chance to participate in our successfully established STEP USA Virtual Programs.
An innovative group of 11 startups joined 22 other participants in this latest virtual STEP USA program, which took place November 15 -18. On four consecutive afternoons GACC NY and DWIH NY offered custom-made workshops for the STEP group on a number of practical and useful market entry topics.
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Sponsorship package to support GACC NY
75th anniversary now available!
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Founded in 1947 in New York City, the GACC NY has been an impartial promoter of commerce between Germany and the US for 75 years.
To celebrate this anniversary and the achievements and accomplishments of German American business relations and trade, we will be hosting a series of events in New York in March, May and November of 2022.
Topics will cover relevant historical events in German-American partnership and collaboration, as well as future trends and initiatives in both countries.
Please take a look at our sponsorship package for great ways to promote your brand while supporting the anniversary celebrations of our historic organization!
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Rödl & Partner & VonLehman announce joint venture |
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Our GACC Nat'l Partner Rödl & Partner, a global professional services firm based in Germany, and VonLehman CPA & Advisory Firm, a regional accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Ft. Wright, Kentucky, have formed a joint venture to better serve the region’s leading foreign owned companies.
Known as Rödl & Partner | VL, the combination of global reach, interdisciplinary approach, and focus on foreign owned mid-sized companies makes the joint venture unique and will provide international companies across the region with better insights for their success.
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GACC NY, Walk Awesome tours of NYC back on track! |
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A brisk fall day helped energized the group of us who participated in the first "Walk Awesome" tour we've had in a long while. It was great to be back again exploring NYC's colorful tapestry of neighborhoods, via a 1.5 immersive walking tour with convenient bluetooth headphones.
This latest Walk Awesome took us from Manhattan's newest unique destination, Little Island Park, to a scenic stroll along the city's famous Highline, ending at the glittering, new Hudson Yards neighborhood. The journey was made even more fascinating with insights provided by architect Matthias Hollwich and NYC realtor Sebastian Steinau, who joined our group.
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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."
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ISPO Munich shifts to new date
Together with leading sports and outdoor brands, retailers, and industry associations, Messe München has made two key decisions:
Effective immediately, ISPO Munich will be held permanently at the start of the winter season at the end of November, thus leaving the previous January date. For 2022, this means news dates for ISPO Munich.
- Consumer Festival (B2C2B): Nov. 2022, 25th – 27th (Friday – Sunday)
- B2B Tradeshow: Nov. 2022, 28th – 30th (Monday – Wednesday)
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CONTACT
James Freeman T: +1 (212) 974-8855 | F: +1 (212) 974-8867 | E: jfreeman@gaccny.com
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German American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
80 Pine St, 24th Floor, New York, NY 10005
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