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.
Join us for a conversation with Don Erwin. He has a long career in Economic Development in Alabama and published his first novel “Buffalo Hunting in Alabama” in October 2020. We will talk about it all on: Thursday, January 7, 2021, 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m., Zoom Webinar
About the book
“How far will states and communities go to attract mega-projects that offer thousands of good jobs and tens of millions in tax revenue? Ezra Drake finds out when he’s recruited to help Alabama lure a giant pharmaceutical plant. Years ago, Ezra left Alabama for the Ivy League and a job in Germany. He’s now a fast-riser on Wall Street. A turn of events puts him back in Alabama as part of an elite team that lures mega-projects to energize the economy. Mercedes-Benz, Airbus, and other mega-projects had transformed the state. Alabama wants more. Call it buffalo-hunting or smokestack-chasing, Ezra’s team understands it’s all about recruiting talent and companies to successfully compete in the modern economy. Instead of firearms, Ezra’s team hunts with Big Data and persuasion. Competing against other cities and states is tough, but Ezra finds it even tougher battling forces who want to keep Alabama as it is and was, and not what it might become. Will Ezra and Alabama succeed in winning the pharma mega-project? Will Ezra find success and happiness in Alabama?”
You can find the book on Amazon.com.
About Don Erwin
Don Erwin was born in Alabama and lived in Germany as a kid. When Don’s father retired from the U.S. Army they moved to Enterprise, a small town in South Alabama. He graduated with an economics major, an English minor, and a concentration in the German language. Don then went on to have a life long career in Economic Development working for Alabama Power, Economic Development Partnership of Alabama (EDPA), and Barber Companies. Don retired from Barber Companies in the summer of 2020. Read Don Erwin’s full bio here.
Join us for a talk with a local nonprofit dedicated to advancing reading and mathematical literacy through enrichment and intervention programs right here in Alabama:
Thursday, January 28, 2021
5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. CST
ZOOM Webinar
In 2019-2020, Better Basics served nearly 22,000 students within the Central Alabama school districts! Their programs, which focus on underserved students in the Birmingham, Fairfield City, and Talladega County schools, touch more aspects in the child’s life than pure reading and math competencies. Students build confidence that impacts other areas of their lives. We will be joined by Dr. Kristi Bradford, Executive Director at Better Basics, as she tells us about the history of the 25-year-old organization, current and future plans/programs, impacts from the pandemic, and how motivated individuals can participate in their cause! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about local community involvement!
This event is hosted by AGP Young Professionals. Please make sure to register to receive the ZOOM link.
