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.
Join us for a conversation with Drew Honeycutt, CEO, Innovation Depot in Birmingham:
Thursday, December 3, 2020
5:00 pm to 5:45 pm CST
via ZOOM Webinar
Hosted by AGP Young Professionals
Innovation Depot is the epicenter for technology, startups, and entrepreneurs in the Birmingham area. The Depot has 140,000 square feet of amazing office, lab, and coworking space. The startups have access to mentors and resources at the Innovation Depot. Our talk with Drew Honeycutt will include the following topics:
- A history of Innovation Depot, how it started, and notable alumni
- How the organization operates
- Incubation qualifications for ideas
- How COVID has impacted the start-up scene
- What individuals should consider when starting up a company.
The event is free but you must register to receive the Zoom link.
This month marks the 250th Anniversary of Ludwig van Beethoven’s birth, a musical genius who was born into a time with even more upheaval than our own.
This talk will delve into Beethoven’s life and his importance as a German composer. In the end, you will understand why Beethoven’s music ranks amongst the most performed of the classical music repertoire.
Join us as we will celebrate the arguably most famous German composer on his 250th birthday:
Wednesday, December 16, 2020, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST, Zoom Webinar
We will be joined by Dr. Craig E. Bertolet, Professor of English at Auburn University and co-president of the Auburn Chamber Music Society.
Moderator for this event: Dr. Traci O’Brien, VP for Culture, AGP Executive Committee & Associate Professor, Department Chair, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, Auburn University.
The first 25 minutes will be spent with Dr. Bertolet exploring the Revolutionary period when Beethoven is writing music. It is an important time in German history and German cultural identity. Dr. Bertolet will share Beethoven’s career and his importance as the first successful self-employed composer, and how he influences the way music was composed and listened to. Followed with 5 minutes Q & A. The last part will be a recorded Beethoven symphony.
We hope that you take a break from the world of Covid-19 and enjoy an hour with us and your closest, to learn about the famous Beethoven and allow yourself to get swept away in his incredible music.
