Come join us for AGP “Stammtisch” every first Tuesday of the month.
What does “Stammtisch” mean? A Stammtisch is an informal group meeting held on a regular basis, and also the usually large table around which the group meets. A Stammtisch is not a structured meeting, but rather a friendly and casual get-together.
This is a great opportunity for German expats to meet and for other German speaking/practicing to improve your German. Speaking German is encouraged but not required.
Bröt Brot has a great selection of beverage and food for purchase. Please note the 21+ age restriction as be lifted. ALL AGES are now welcome at Brät Brot!
Please join us for AGP Young Professionals (age 21 to 39) Social Hour:
Thursday, February 20, 2020
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Mayawell Bar & Cocktail Lounge
Birmingham
Join us at Mayawell, one of Birmingham’s newest cocktail bars specializing in agave-based spirits. This is our first meetup of the year. Come on out to network and celebrate a brand new year full of opportunities.
Drinks and food is available for purchase.
We are excited to announce the date for an evening of celebration of the Alabama-Germany friendship. Our biggest event of the year brings German and American leaders from industrial, cultural, educational and governmental sections together.
7:00 p.m. Dinner Program including recognizing 2019 New and expanding German companies in Alabama, the Barbara Fischer Education Award and the prestigious Rainer Bauer Award.
Join us for a morning in the world of biotechnology at the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology in Huntsville. Hear from their scientists, educators, economic developers and entrepreneurs:
Thursday, March 5, 2020
8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Huntsville
Alabama is home to 780 bioscience companies, and the industry has an annual economic impact estimated at $7.3 billion, as well as a track record for breakthrough discoveries. Beyond cutting-edge research and technology, one of the most notable achievements of the bioscience sector is the high level of employment that it has created. Nearly 18,000 Alabamians are employed in life science or biotechnology jobs, with average annual income topping $67,000.
“Alabama’s bioscience industry is a vital economic engine for our state, creating high-paying jobs and generating important innovations that improve the quality of life for people here at home and all around the world,” said Greg Canfield, secretary of the Alabama Department of Commerce. “We’re focused on fostering growth in the bioscience sector and collaborating with the state’s research leaders to make that happen.”
Those research leaders include major players in the state like the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology in Huntsville.
Join us for a listening session with four AGP German Business Committee members and German Honorary Consul to Alabama:
Thursday, July 23, 2020
4:30 pm to 5:30 pm CST
via Zoom Webinar
Hosted by AGP German Business Committee
Four German-owned affiliates in Alabama and the German Honorary Consul to Alabama will cover a wide range of items related to the COVID-19 and its business impact.
Subjects that will be covered but not be limited to:
- Business retention
- Health and safety of employees
- Employment
- Work visa
- Outlook for the rest of 2020 and next year
PRESENTERS:
The German Business Committee (GBC) is composed of executives, managers, and professionals from German companies with varying levels of experience in Alabama and the United States.
The members of the GBC represent diverse industries and sectors, including manufacturing and services. The committee serves as a resource for other prospective entrepreneurs and companies considering locating to or expanding in Alabama, with a focus on German companies; offering round-table style advice, support, and insight into best practices drawn from their own relevant experiences. The GBC offers free support under the umbrella of the AlabamaGermany Partnership.
Furthermore, the German Business Committee provides a platform for its members to share experiences as well as potential networking opportunities. GBC meets 4 to 6 times per year by invitation only.
Please note you must be an AGP German Business Committee member or an AGP member in good standing to register. Zoom login information will be sent out before event. Not sure of your current membership status? Please contact us at director@alabamagermany.org.
Join us for a listening session about Interculturality and Multinational Organizations:
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm CST
via WebEx
Hosted by AGP Young Professionals
When organizations operate outside of their original country of incorporation, it requires interfacing, conforming and appealing to the local culture in the current country.
In this webinar, our guest panel from Mercedes-Benz U.S. International will share their experiences on benefits and obstacles along with the business and personal motivations found in a multicultural environment.
Panelists:
Leticia Rocco
Senior Manager for International Procurement with 20+ years experience working in 6+ countries with Daimler.
Brian Whittier
Vice President Body & Paint Operations with international experience in joint venture launch in China and manager of many expats.
Gunnar Thielemann
Senior Manager for Series Planning from Germany with multiple expatriate assignments in the US.
Moderator:
William R. Hodges
Chair
AGP Young Professionals
This webinar is hosted by AGP Young Professionals and they have graciously opened the event to all of AGP’s members and supporters.
The Young Professionals group is under the AlabamaGermany Partnership umbrella. Its members are interns, co-op or employees of either an Alabama-Germany company or institution. The age requirement is 21 to 39. This also includes college students, grad students studying German language, international business, science and engineering. The group will promote international education, individual career development and promotion of Alabama-German companies and workforce development. For any questions you might have about this group please contact our office.
Thank you to our sponsor:
Join us for a conversation with Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany (consular district of Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee):
Thursday, October 1, 2020
12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. CST
ZOOM Webinar
Welcome remarks and introductions by AGP Chair, Bobby Ingram. Honorary Consul of Germany to the state of Alabama, Michael Johnson will be interviewing the Consulate General Dr. Fuller on a variety of topics.
We will cover everything from the role of the consulate, US, and Germany’s handling of the COVID pandemic; how are the German companies represented in the South doing; the new German President of the European Commission first State of the Union speech; transatlantic relationship, and other world relations.
There will be opportunities to ask questions during the interview. Registration!
Join us for a conversation with AGP Young Professional, Hannah Mattil, on her journey to learn German as a second language and her move to Berlin, Germany:
Thursday, October 15, 2020
12:00 pm to 12:30 pm CST
via ZOOM Webinar
Hosted by AGP Young Professionals
Have you ever wondered why you should learn a second language? Or what it would take to move to Germany? Then join us for our frank chat with Hannah about her bold move to Germany. She will share how the AGP Young Professionals and AGP Stammtisch motivated and helped her make the decision and the challenges to be dealt with and much more.
This webinar is hosted by AGP Young Professionals and they have graciously opened the event to all of AGP’s members and supporters.
The Young Professionals group is under the AlabamaGermany Partnership umbrella. Its members are interns, co-op, or employees of either an Alabama-Germany company or institution. The age requirement is 21 to 39. This also includes college students, grad students studying German language, international business, science, and engineering. The group will promote international education, individual career development and promotion of Alabama-German companies and workforce development. Learn more about the group here.
Join us for a talk about German Wine:
Tuesday, October 27, 2020
7:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. CST
ZOOM Webinar
We will be joined by Carlos Cisneros, Sommelier and Wine Director, for a talk about German wines and wine habits. We will cover misconceptions of German wine, grapes, and regions, comparison with other European wine regions, Carlos’ German wine picks, German wine pairing with Alabama food, and much more. You don’t want to miss this fun and informative webinar.
Join us for a conversation with the Alabama Department of Commerce’s European Office Director:
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. CST
ZOOM Webinar
We will cover a variety of topics about the Alabama Department of Commerce’s decision to place an office in Stuttgart, Germany; expected activities for the office, European foreign investment in Alabama, industry focus, and much more. We will be joined by the Alabama Department of Commerce’s Bob Smith, Assistant Director for European Strategy, and Christoph Dörr, European Office Director; and moderator Bobby Ingram, Chair, AlabamaGermany Partnership.
