Dr. Peter Buhrmann directs the Association of Rural Folk High Schools (Volkshochschulen) in Germany. A Danish citizen working in Berlin, he oversees forty-six residential schools that are financed by the German Federal Ministry of Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth as well as the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture. In his talk, Dr. Buhrmann will explain how these schools seek to address radicalism and educate the German people to ensure the stability of democracy in increasingly divisive times.
Please note this is NOT an AGP event.
The information, date and time are shared to the best of our knowledge. If you plan to attend the event – please make sure to check information directly with the host of the event. Thank you!
Please note this is NOT an AGP event.
The information, date and time are shared to the best of our knowledge. If you plan to attend the event – please make sure to check information directly with the host of the event. Thank you!
Please note this is NOT an AGP event.
The information, date and time are shared to the best of our knowledge. If you plan to attend the event – please make sure to check information directly with the host of the event. Thank you!
Join the GACC South – German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern U.S., Inc. as they continue their virtual tour series with a dive into our beautiful State of Alabama, guided by Christoph Doerr, Director of the European Office at the Alabama Department of Commerce. Whether you are establishing a US headquarters or exploring other growth opportunities, Alabama offers a wealth of resources and advantages tailored to support your company’s success. Known as the Heart of Dixie, Alabama’s economy thrives on many industries. With a skilled workforce, excellent transportation infrastructure, low costs, and pro-business policies, Alabama provides advantages that attract investment and enable companies to thrive.
Foley Sister Cities Commission will host its 2nd Annual “Foley Sisters Cities, 5K Octoberfest Run” on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at OWA starting at 9 AM. This fundraiser will assist in raising funds for the student trips and other sister cities’ initiatives. If you wish, come dressed in your German Oktoberfest customs (dirndl and lederhosen). Beer and pretzels will be available.
Awards for the Run are presented 3 deep in each age group (Male & Female – 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+) as well as Male & Female Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters.
Awards for the Walk are presented 3 deep in each age group (Male & Female – 10 & under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+).
Please note this is NOT an AGP event.
The information, date and time are shared to the best of our knowledge. If you plan to attend the event – please make sure to check information directly with the host of the event. Thank you!
Please note this is NOT an AGP event.
The information, date and time are shared to the best of our knowledge. If you plan to attend the event – please make sure to check information directly with the host of the event. Thank you!
Please note this is NOT an AGP event.
The information, date and time are shared to the best of our knowledge. If you plan to attend the event – please make sure to check information directly with the host of the event. Thank you!
NAITA Customs & Compliance Seminar with DSV & the Port of HSV
1000 Glenn Hearn Blvd.
Huntsville
AL 35824
REGISTER TODAY! EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS EXTENDED THROUGH NOVEMBER 7!
2024 NAITA Customs & Compliance Seminar
November 13 | Seminar: 9am-4:30pm | Networking Lunch Included
at Four Points by Sheraton Huntsville International Airport
Followed by Tours of DSV with Cargo Plane & the International Intermodal Center at Port of Huntsville
The NAITA Customs & Compliance Seminar 2024 will provide best practices in creating an import compliance program to ensure that a company is mitigating its risks, as well as enhancing its competitive advantage. Understanding the classification process, the complex USMCA Rules of Origin, including Autos and Section 301 implications, and important developments in Forced Labor Enforcement are critical for compliance. Even minor mistakes in following import regulations can lead to severe consequences and penalties. Join us to learn actionable strategies to enhance customs and international trade practices.
Pete Mento, Commercial Director of Customs and International Trade at DSV is an accomplished economist and a renowned U.S. customs expert. As businesses navigate the complexities of an ever-evolving economic climate, Pete will share perspectives that can be directly applied to strategic decision-making. Attendees will not only gain a deeper understanding of economic dynamics but will also acquire practical knowledge that can be shared within their teams and organizations to stay ahead of the curve, make informed business decisions, and contribute to the success of their company in the dynamic global marketplace. Program highlights will include supply chain lessons learned during the pandemic, trade policy trends focused on technology, aerospace/defense, automotive, and the healthcare industry, and trade enforcement issues and policy changes that are happening around the world.
Our speaker will not only cover the mechanics of importing, including customs and compliance issues, but he will also make remarks about Technology, Trade, & the Global Economy: Supply Chain Lessons & Moving Forward. Originally scheduled to be our keynote speaker for the NAITA World Trade Day luncheon in May, Pete has agreed to join us in November to provide a full day seminar! Anyone involved in the supply chain process and importing products and components to the U.S. will benefit from this seminar. Company decision makers will also benefit from his extensive and strategic expertise on this topic.
As the Commercial Director of Customs and International Trade at DSV, Pete manages client-facing responsibilities for customs, consulting, and compliance services for the global transport and logistics provider. With over 30 years of experience in the field, he has developed a deep expertise in duty minimization, audit preparation and defense, and cargo security programs, helping clients save over $1 billion in duties, taxes, and fees throughout his career.
Following the Customs & Compliance Seminar, a special tour of DSV’s Huntsville facility and cargo plane and the Port of Huntsville’s International Intermodal Center will be available.
This seminar has been approved by the NCBFAA for 6.5 hours of CCS/CES credits.
Register by November 7 for Early Bird Discounts (applied automatically):
NAITA Members $45 and Potential Members $75
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Please join MLC at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa and the German Program for a talk with Joseph Lulka who will share how learning a language helped him advance his career.
Joseph Lulka is an engineer at Mercedes-Benz U.S. International (MBUSI) in Vance. He currently works as a Buildability Engineer in MBUSI’s SUV factory, performing root cause analysis to resolve issues affecting vehicles’ quality.
He is Chair of the Alabama Germany Partnership’s Young Professional Group, which organizes social and professional events to showcase German industry in the state and cultivate cultural understanding between Germans and Alabamians.
Joseph received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alabama and learned German through an exchange at the Hochschule Esslingen in Germany. He is also fluent in French, having attended high school at the Lycée Pérochon in France.