Dear Members and Friends,

June marked the beginning of the World Cup, and with it, the opening of the DFB's German House of Soccer (GHOS) here in New York. On June 12th, we were excited to celebrate the official opening of the GHOS alongside the DFB and their partners, followed by Germany Day on June 22nd, where we welcomed hundreds of guests to celebrate German culture, sports, business, and community.

While Germany has unfortunately been eliminated from the tournament, the German House of Soccer remains a "German House für alle" and will continue to welcome soccer fans through July 11th. Guests can enjoy watch parties, special appearances by German soccer legends, and various networking opportunities. The GHOS continues to serve as a meeting point for fans from all over the world. The full GHOS program can be found here.

In addition, the GHOS Champions Lounge, the venue's exclusive VIP area, is available to book for private events and watch parties. If you are interested in booking the Champions Lounge, please reach out to us.

We are especially looking forward to July 7th, when the GACC New York, together with the German Consulate General in New York, will host a networking reception at the German House of Soccer in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Under the theme "250 Years of USA: Shaping the Transatlantic Economy," the event will highlight the longstanding economic ties between Germany and the United States and the role of transatlantic cooperation in fostering innovation, trade, and growth.

Beyond the World Cup celebrations, June brought together our German American business network through a wide range of events, including our fourth BBQ & Connect event at our member, the German International School New York (GISNY), NY Tech Week, a Lightweight Construction & Additive Manufacturing Delegation from Germany to New York and Boston, the successful wrap-up of our STEM Game Lab Workshop Series, and this year's German American Business Forum (DAWT) in Mainz.

Looking ahead, we invite you to save the date for our Fall Gala Dinner & Newcomer of the Year Award, taking place on November 12th, 2026 at Manhatta. If you are interested in hosting a table or becoming a cocktail reception sponsor for the gala, please reach out to us.

We look forward to welcoming you at our upcoming events!

Warm regards,

Your GACC NY Team

Upcoming Events & Programs

German House of Soccer: 250 Years of USA - Shaping the Transatlantic Economy

New York City | July 7th, 2026

The GACC NY and the Consulate General of Germany in New York are pleased to host a networking event at the German House of Soccer on July 7th, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM, celebrating 250 years of the United States and its impact on the transatlantic economy.

Under the theme "250 Years of USA: Shaping the Transatlantic Economy," the event will highlight the longstanding economic ties between Germany and the United States and the role of transatlantic cooperation in fostering innovation, trade, and growth.

The program will feature a celebratory musical opening, followed by welcome remarks and an opportunity for networking among members of the German-American business community and invited guests.

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YPN Summer Networking

New York City | July 16th, 2026

Join us this July at Taco Vista on Governors Island for our Young Professionals Summer Networking Event.

Take the opportunity to connect with fellow young professionals in a welcoming setting, exchange ideas, and expand your network within the German American business community.

Whether you are looking to discuss industry trends or simply catch up with familiar faces, this evening offers the perfect setting to do so.

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Fly-In on Tariff Policy

Washington, D.C. | September 23rd - 24th, 2026

The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Washington, DC (DGIC) is pleased to host a Fly-In focused on Tariff Policy, taking place from September 23rd - 24th, 2026 in Washington, D.C. Open to companies across all industries, the Fly-In is designed to facilitate meaningful dialogue about tariff policy and its impact of German business operations in the U.S.

This two-day program offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with key policymakers and stakeholders in Washington, D.C. during a full day of meetings with representatives from the U.S. Administration, U.S. Congress, and the German Embassy, and will conclude with DGIC’s annual Oktoberfest – an exclusive networking event attended by more than 200 professionals from the policy and business communities of the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.

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Fall Gala Dinner & Newcomer of the Year Award 2026

New York City | November 12th, 2026

Our Fall Gala Dinner & Newcomer of the Year Award is a special occasion, offering opportunities to connect with fellow German American business executives, and witness the next wave of entrepreneurial ideas.

One of the highlights of the evening will be the "Newcomer of the Year" pitches. These presentations serve as a platform for startups and small and midsize businesses to showcase their forward-thinking ideas for the future. It's a chance to witness innovation in action and to be part of the audience that votes for the Newcomer of the Year.

Don't miss out on this exclusive gathering that combines valuable business insights, unparalleled networking opportunities, and a chance to engage with the next generation of business leaders.

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Recent Events

BBQ & Connect 4.0

On June 1st, we hosted our fourth BBQ & Connect event in collaboration with our long-standing member, German International School New York (GISNY), in White Plains.

Despite the slightly chilly evening, the sunny weather and the beautiful outdoor setting at GISNY provided a great atmosphere for networking, engaging conversations, classic German BBQ favorites, and refreshing drinks.

A heartfelt thank you to Volker Ovelgönne and Ute Zimmermann at GISNY for hosting us, and to all our guests for attending!

NY Tech Week: "The Next Phase of Enterprise Systems"

On June 1st, we kicked off NY Tech Week at Hudson Yards with "The Next Phase of Enterprise Systems" hosted by SAP, Insight Partners, and German American Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

One theme stood out throughout the evening: enterprise systems are evolving beyond automation toward autonomous decision-making. The conversation explored what it means for organizations to move from rigid, rules-based workflows to adaptive systems that can act independently while maintaining trust, governance, and accountability.

A few key takeaways:

The future of enterprise software isn't just about efficiency - it's about enabling systems to make context-aware decisions at scale.
Governance, transparency, and risk management will be just as important as the underlying technology as organizations adopt more autonomous capabilities.
The biggest opportunities may come from augmenting human expertise rather than replacing it, creating more intelligent and responsive operations.

We appreciated the insights from David Robinson (SAP), George Mathew (Insight Partners), and moderator Patrick Kulp (Morning Brew), as well as the startup showcase featuring Valence, Strike48, and Fiddler AI. It was especially valuable to hear how founders are translating these concepts into practical solutions being deployed today.

The event left attendees with great conversations, new connections, and plenty of ideas to explore further.

We thank SAP Labs, particularly Daniel Zimmer, Stephanie Mosqueda, and Angela Marie Feher, for the continued collaboration.

Lightweight Construction & Additive Manufacturing Forum New York

In the first week of June, we were pleased to welcome a delegation of nine German companies from the lightweight and additive manufacturing sectors to New York for two days of market insights, business meetings, site visits, company presentations, and transatlantic exchange.

The New York program included:

A site visit to New York City Economic Development Corporation, with special thanks to Anne-Sophie Mahle for hosting an insightful discussion and sharing valuable perspectives with the delegation
Individual business meetings with potential U.S. partners
The German American Lightweight Construction & Additive Manufacturing Forum at 7 World Trade Center, bringing together the German delegation companies and U.S. industry representatives

The forum featured welcome remarks by Gabriel Schmid from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, a keynote by Holger Worrack from VDI/VDE Innovation + Technik GmbH, presentations by the nine German companies, and engaging discussions on market opportunities, innovation, and future German-U.S. collaboration in the sector.

The German delegation included CG TEC GmbH, CompoSpring GmbH, FACTUREE, Imprintec GmbH, herone, LEAM Technologies GmbH, Qpoint Composite GmbH, tech-solute GmbH, and 3D Spark.

The delegation continued to Boston for the second part of the program, with additional meetings, new insights, and further opportunities for transatlantic exchange.

Lightweight Construction & Additive Manufacturing Forum Boston

From New York to Boston: Strengthening transatlantic partnerships in Lightweight Construction & Additive Manufacturing.

Following a successful start in New York, the delegation continued its program in Boston with additional market insights, business meetings, site visits, company presentations, and meaningful transatlantic exchange.

The Boston program included:

A site visit at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), with special thanks to Glenn Wong for welcoming the delegation and sharing valuable insights into MIT’s innovation ecosystem
Meetings with Massachusetts Technology Collaborative and Massachusetts Innovation Network, with special thanks to Lily Fitzgerald, Sophia Kambanis, and Asha Patel for supporting the exchange and sharing important perspectives on the regional innovation ecosystem
The German American Lightweight & Additive Manufacturing Evening Reception at CIC (Cambridge Innovation Center), bringing together German delegation companies and U.S. industry representatives for company presentations, expert insights, panel discussion, and networking opportunities
A tour at Autodesk, with special thanks to Andrew Friendly and Eliana Ochieng for welcoming the delegation and sharing expert insights
The evening reception featured welcome remarks by Consul General Dr. Sonja Kreibich, a keynote by Christine McBeth from Fraunhofer USA Inc., presentations by the German companies, and an engaging panel discussion with Adam Jenkins, Frank Marangell, Jeffrey DeGrange, Schendy Kernizan, and Ben Arnold.

The delegation trip is part of the German Market Entry Program (Markterschließungsprogramm (MEP)), funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE).

Strengthening innovation partnerships and creating new business opportunities between Germany and the United States remains at the core of our mission.

STEM Game Lab Workshop Series

Over the past few months, we successfully concluded the STEM Game Lab Workshop Series, the first module of the NextGen Gaming Program, bringing together students, educators, industry professionals, and game developers from both sides of the Atlantic.

Over the course of the series, 3 workshops brought together 10 expert speakers and nearly 100 participants from across the United States and Germany to explore the intersection of game development, STEM education, workforce development, and international collaboration.

Through engaging discussions and expert insights, participants explored:

How the U.S. game development industry is structured and where entry points for new talent exist
Germany's approach to integrating game development into STEM education and building a skilled workforce
Models for transatlantic exchange that connect students, educators, and industry professionals across borders

A special thank you to all of our speakers who generously shared their expertise throughout the series, as well as everyone who participated and contributed to the discussions.

This marks an important milestone for the NextGen Gaming Program, but it is only the beginning. Following the successful completion of the STEM Game Lab Workshop Series, we are excited to continue fostering transatlantic exchange through upcoming initiatives, including a Transatlantic Faculty Meet & Greet and our Gamescom Ambassador Trip this August.

We look forward to continuing the conversation and building new connections across the transatlantic gaming ecosystem.

German American Business Forum 2026 (DAWT)

On June 9th, business leaders, industry experts, and company representatives from Germany and the United States gathered at the MEWA ARENA in Mainz for the German American Business Forum 2026 (DAWT).

The event focused on the opportunities and challenges shaping the transatlantic business relationship and provided a valuable platform for exchange among companies and stakeholders from both sides of the Atlantic.

A heartfelt thank you to all participants, speakers, and sponsors for contributing their valuable expertise, perspectives, and innovative ideas throughout the day.

We look forward to continuing the conversations and connections and are already excited for the German American Business Forum 2027 in Erfurt!

German House of Soccer Opening Reception

On June 12th, we were excited to celebrate the opening reception of the DFB’s German House of Soccer in New York City!

The evening brought together DFB partners, GACC NY members, and hundreds of friends of the German-American community to mark the official opening and the start of the World Cup.

The program was kicked off by the DFB management team, including Bernd Neuendorf, Dr. Holger Blask, Rudi Völler, and Andreas Rettig, who shared welcome remarks and spoke about the World Cup, as well as the role of the German House of Soccer in bringing fans together in New York.

Guests also enjoyed special video messages from German House of Soccer ambassadors Ann-Katrin Berger and Jürgen Klinsmann.

A special highlight was the ceremonial keg tapping, officially declaring the German House of Soccer open.

Germany Day at the German House of Soccer

As part of Germany Day on June 22nd, the GACC New York was proud to host the panel:

Sports Marketing Across Borders: Germany–U.S. Perspectives.

Many thanks to our distinguished panelists, Marcus Höfl, Markus Kuhn, and JT McWalters, as well as our moderator, Michael Gargiulo, for sharing valuable insights on international sports marketing, fan engagement, and the future of transatlantic partnerships in sports.

The discussion underscored the significant opportunities for collaboration between the German and U.S. sports industries as both markets continue to evolve and grow.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the success of this event!

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