In this Issue:
- Big Turnout at German American Business Forum (DAWT) in Bielefeld
- STEP USA: new website / alumni party / in-person sessions in NY
- German American Business Awards: Apply Now!
- GACC NY Welcomes New Members
- Walk Awesome Tour of NYC Financial District
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75th Annual German American Business Forum takes place after two-year hiatus |
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The 7th German American Business Forum took place June 7/8 in Germany, hosted by IHK Ostwestfalen zu Bielefeld.
After a two-year hiatus because of the pandemic, the forum rebounded with a full house of participants. The event targets German companies seeking to establish business relationships in the US, focusing on consulting, panel discussions, as well as workshops addressing practical questions on doing business in one of the biggest markets in the world.
Prof. Dr. Andreas Pinkwart, Minister for Economic Affairs, Innovation, Digitalization and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia, provided opening remarks.
Sigmar Gabriel, Former German Foreign Minister, Chairman of Atlantik-Brücke was one of several keynote speakers. His presentation focused on the formation of trade blocs in a global world - consequences for the German economy.
Details on the full program and presenters can be found here.
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Applications for the 2022 German American Business Awards are open!
Apply today to join the ranks of the biggest and best in German American business, and save the date for the Awards Ceremony on October 14 at the Chicago History Museum.
This year's categories include:
🔷 Excellence in Innovation
🔷 Excellence in Services
🔷 Excellence in Economic Development
🔷 Community Engagement
🔷 The Coolest German Thing Made in the USA
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Website relaunched with fresh new look |
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STEP USA's new and improved website is now live!
Whether you're a German startup looking to expand into the US or just interested in learning about our popular startup total immersion "boot camp," the STEP USA website is the perfect place to start.
You'll be able to explore the history of this successful program, which was launched in 2014, as well as review the program's myriad activities. Of course, you'll be able to register for upcoming sessions, which are now available either virtually or in-person in New York and Boston. The site also includes STEP USA alumni success stories and testimonials.
STEP USA Alumni Party in Bielefeld on June 8
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(c) Founders Foundation 2022 / Fotograf: Benni Janzen |
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In conjunction with this year's German American Business Forum in Bielefeld, the GACC New York organized a STEP USA Alumni Party on June 8, at the FoundersFoundation building.
After three years being put on hold because of the pandemic, the alumni party marked the first STEP USA in-person gathering making this occasion a real reason to celebrate.
We celebrated with the FoundersFoundation, a very active startup accelerator funded by the renowned Bertelsmann Group. The night included an informative fireside chat, during which three STEP USA alumni shared their experiences as to how the program has impacted their continued success. The panel included Naomi Owusu, CEO & Founder of Tickaroo GmbH from Regensburg, Benjamin Zazcek, CEO & Founder of Salesviewer GmbH from Bochum and Daniel Tykesson, CEO & Founder of Ebility GmbH from Remagen.
A spirited pitch session also took place in which three aspiring startups from FoundersFoundation competed for a sponsored STEP USA ticket. The winner, Synctive GmbH from Bielefeld, will head to New York in December!
With approximately 100 visitors from the STEP USA alumni network, startups and investors, this alumni party proved to a very productive and entertaining evening.
Visit our Photo Gallery for more STEP USA Alumni Party highlights
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First three in-person STEP USA programs for the year completed! |
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Last week, the German American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. hosted seven startups from all over Germany for an in-depth 4-day strategy development boot-camp and took a deep dive into New York’s fast-growing tech scene.
In various site-visits and sessions, the participants gained first-hand experience on how to successfully enter the US market and expand their network in the startup and VC ecosystem. In April and May, we successfully hosted further cohorts from Saxony, as well as Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland, who also experienced our famous STEP USA program.
Overall, we so far welcomed 22 startups and 33 founders and entrepreneurs in New York City in 2022. For our popular Pitch Nights, we were excited to welcome a total of over 300 attendees. We Are Back!
For further STEP USA programs, please check our website and make sure to be part of our upcoming Pitch Nights on August 31st, and September 28th. Please see all upcoming events here
We can’t wait for our next STEPs together!
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Student studies focus on small- and medium-sized German companies |
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On June 8, the GACC NY welcomed a group of 12 students from the Fachhochschule des Mittelstands (University of Applied Sciences) in Cologne to our Chamber. Led by Professor Ralf Bruening, the group consisted of MBA students with a focus on innovation and leadership.
This unique program takes place at the only German university with a focus on small to medium-sized companies and includes a “dual study” element of industry experience. The group’s US excursion took them around New York, experiencing the opportunities for innovators and entrepreneurs.
They paired their visit to the GACC NY with participation in the Chamber’s STEP Pitch Night, where they were able to meet both German startups visiting New York and local industry partners and investors. As they continue their studies, the students will complete business plans as they prepared to develop their own new and innovative initiatives.
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Latest Walk Awesome tour showcases NYC Financial District |
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A glorious, comfortable and sunny day added to the enjoyment and success of our last Walk Awesome tour this past Friday. Twenty people participated in the tour, which focused on the iconic Financial District. The tour kicked off at 5pm from the 80 Pine Street office building that houses our GACC NY office.
A shout out to Felix Zeltner, who led the tour along with Sabrina Keßler, Matthias Hollwich and Sanel Huskanovic.
Please keep checking our GACC NY Events Calendar for future Walk Awesome tours and other worthwhile programs and events!
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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:
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The business platform of the international real estate industry
The real estate industry will come together again at EXPO Real 2022 – the 24th International Trade Fair for Property and Investment in Munich, Germany. Despite Covid-19 restrictions, the last show in 2021 attracted over 1,198 exhibitors from 29 countries and more than 19,200 participants from 52 countries.
At EXPO REAL you will find potential business partners for the complete real estate life cycle : from the idea, concept, investment and financing to realization, marketing, operation and use.
Don’t miss the opportunity to build valuable contacts and to exchange information and knowledge with exhibitors and experts from all over the world.
Expo Real is known as the marketplace for projects and planned investments with a Top-notch conference program.
Exhibit space is still available and our office is organizing a US Group Exhibit at the show. Admission. Tickets will be available here beginning July 2022.
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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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