Why attend?
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the global and European economies, driving innovation, growth, and competitiveness. But in an evolving business landscape, optimizing your processes can make all the difference—helping you streamline operations, maximize efficiency, and stay ahead of the curve.
Join us for a dynamic, full-day conference designed to equip SMEs with the insights, strategies, and connections needed to thrive in today’s market. Hear from industry-leading keynote speakers and engage in eight expert-led panels covering the most pressing topics for the German-American business community.
???? What You’ll Gain:
✔️ Actionable Strategies – Learn how to enhance your competitiveness through smarter processes and digital transformation.
✔️ High-Impact Networking – Connect with 100+ companies, industry leaders, and potential business partners in an exclusive, collaborative environment.
✔️ Cutting-Edge Insights – Stay ahead with expert discussions on the most relevant challenges and opportunities facing SMEs today.
???? Key Topics Include:
???? AI in Manufacturing – Discover how Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing the manufacturing industry, from automation and predictive maintenance to supply chain optimization.
???? Strategic Expansion in the U.S. – Key considerations for growing your manufacturing, warehousing, and office footprint, including site selection, incentives, and navigating evolving trade policies.
???? The ROI of Apprenticeship Programs – Exploring the financial and strategic benefits of investing in apprenticeship programs, from skill development and retention to measuring long-term ROI.
???? Economic Update and Industry Outlook – Delving into key macroeconomic indicators, including inflation, interest rates, and global trade dynamics, and their impact on businesses.
… and more!
???? Location: Greenville, SC – a thriving hub for advanced manufacturing, innovation, and international business.
- Secure your spot and take your SME to the next level!
| Come out to network at our monthly “Stammtisch”. This is a great opportunity for German expats to meet and for other German-speaking/practicing to improve their German. Speaking German is encouraged but not required.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Cahaba Brewing Company Birmingham Cahaba Brewing Company has a great selection of beverages and a food truck The Current at Cahaba on-site. What does “Stammtisch” mean? A Stammtisch is an informal group meeting held regularly, and usually around a large table. A Stammtisch is not a structured meeting but a friendly and casual get-together. |
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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!
Following the German federal election in February 2025, the conservative CDU (Christian Democratic Union of Germany), led by Friedrich Merz, won the German election. Earlier this month, a new coalition was formed consisting of CDU/CSU (Christian Social Union in Bavaria) and SPD (Social Democratic Party of Germany).
Join us for a Lunch & Learn webinar:
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
ZOOM Webinar
The webinar will be led by Elena Bauer, a German native, Associate at Burr & Forman, and AGP Board member.
Elena will discuss the recent German federal election results, the new coalition government formed by CDU/CSU and SPD, and key political figures, including Friedrich Merz. Topics will also include AfD (Alternative for Germany), the agenda of the new coalition, tariffs, and transatlantic trade relations.
AGP Traveling Stammtisch in Huntsville |
| Come join us for AGP traveling “Stammtisch” and German Dinner.
Come out to network! This is a great opportunity for German expats to meet and for others to practice their German. Speaking German is encouraged but not required. We meet every month (every other month is in Birmingham). Monika Müller at the Nook will serve German Jägerschnitzel, Pan-Fried Potatoes, and Cucumber Salad. The Nook has a large selection of 400+ beers— 80 of them on draft (36 local). Please note that the fee includes one dinner, tax, and gratuities. Beverages of your choice can be purchased separately. |
Join the AGP Young Professionals (age 17 to 39) for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the German company, Heiche US Surface Technologies (AL) LLC, a Tier 1 supplier and leader in surface coating technologies. This is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow young professionals and learn more about the broader KAP AG Surface Technologies Segment and the exciting work happening right here in Alabama.
Event Schedule:
5:30 PM Welcome, Introductions, Networking, and Refreshments
5:45 PM Company Presentation
6:00 PM Guided Plant Tour
7:00 PM Q & A Session
Who Should Attend?
This event is hosted in collaboration with the AGP Young Professionals and is open to ages 17 to 39. Whether you’re in manufacturing, engineering, business, a student, or simply curious – come out, connect, and learn.
RSVP TODAY! Space may be limited, so don’t miss out on this great opportunity to engage, explore, and expand your network.
| Come out to network at our monthly “Stammtisch”. This is a great opportunity for German expats to meet and for other German-speaking/practicing to improve their German. Speaking German is encouraged but not required.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Cahaba Brewing Company Birmingham Cahaba Brewing Company has a great selection of beverages and a food truck The Current at Cahaba on-site. What does “Stammtisch” mean? A Stammtisch is an informal group meeting held regularly, and usually around a large table. A Stammtisch is not a structured meeting but a friendly and casual get-together. |
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What History Teaches: Propaganda & Media Manipulation
Program Presented by: Alabama Holocaust Education Center
Explore how the Nazi regime used propaganda to manipulate public opinion, suppress dissent, and normalize antisemitism. Discussion will include reflections on today’s digital misinformation landscape.
An Urgently Relevant Conversation.
John Archibald, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist
Michele Forman, an award-winning documentary filmmaker & professor of history & film
Jonathan Wiesen, a leading scholar of modern German history & Nazi Germany
Join us as these four experts come together to examine how Hitler’s regime masterfully wielded propaganda to seize control, manipulate the masses, and spread antisemitism with terrifying effectiveness.
Together, they’ll explore striking parallels between Nazi-era media manipulation and today’s digital landscape, where misinformation spreads at lightning speed and truth is increasingly in question.
The discussion will culminate in a thought-provoking Q&A, giving you a chance to reflect and engage.
Insightful and deeply relevant, this is a program you cannot afford to miss. REGISTER!
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 Young Professionals (ages 17 – 39) for a Stammtisch at Rolf’s German Restaurant in downtown Tuscaloosa! This is a great opportunity for Germans and Alabamians alike to socialize and network. Speaking German is encouraged but not required. Rolf’s has a great selection of beverages and food.
What does “Stammtisch” mean? A Stammtisch is an informal group meeting held regularly, and usually around a large table. A Stammtisch is not a structured meeting but a friendly and casual get-together. |
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