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Summary of Past Events 2020

Tuesday, Dec 15, 2020

December Stammtisch (Holiday Edition)

The monthly GABC Stammtisch Goes Zoom! Join the virtual Stammtisch on Tuesday, December 15th at 7PM Join this casual virtual gettogether of GABC members and those new to the GABC. The Stammtisch is hosted by the YPs, but everyone is welcome.  This virtual event is usually approximately an hour long, but if the conversation flows,…...

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Friday, Dec 4, 2020

2020 Virtual Holiday Celebration

Needless to say, this year is different than any other year! And while we really enjoyed our past annual Galas, spending an evening with you enjoying dinner and each other's company before the holidays, we don't want to miss out on a social -- virtual -- gathering nonetheless! For our virtual holiday event, we are…...

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Wednesday, Nov 18, 2020

8th Life Sciences Panorama: Deconstructing the Cost of Healthcare

Since its inception eight years ago, the Life Sciences Panorama has grown strong and is now recognized by the life science community as an annual catalyst for knowledge exchange. Originally scheduled for this past March, the Life Sciences Panorama is now fully virtual and complimentary to attend.  You will hear from highly regarded experts on the challenges in reimbursement and market…...

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Thursday, Nov 12, 2020

Creating Smart & Resilient Cities: A Comparison

   A Look at Hamburg's HarborCity ("HafenCity") and other Models Most cities around the world face a common issue today: city centers have largely lost their mixed use as they have been taken over by commercial activity (shopping, entertainment, work) while residential life has moved to the peripheries or “hip” (and expensive) quarters, leading to…...

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Wednesday, Nov 11, 2020

US Market Outlook Part II: Post Presidential Election and COVID-19

  In April, we heard from BlackRock's Kurt Reiman with predictions about what the US market might do under the pressures of the global pandemic. Now, seven months later, the same group of speakers will revisit those predictions and the current state of the US economy in consideration of both Covid-19 and the US presidential…...

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Tuesday, Nov 10, 2020

November (virtual) Stammtisch

The monthly GABC Stammtisch Goes Zoom! Join the virtual Stammtisch on Tuesday, November 10th at 7PM If you have participated in any of the previous virtual Stammtisches, you know that we like to have a theme or icebreaker. The Oktober one was all about Oktoberfest (naturally), and we suspect in November, there may be quite a…...

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Saturday, Nov 7, 2020

Post-Election Stress Reliever Fall Hike

From campaign trail to a real trail! Election season is heating up, and for many, the stress level as well. As we recently enjoyed a wonderful fall hike with members in early October, we are offering another opportunity to get outside, enjoy the outdoors and most importantly, get away from screens and chatter and instead…...

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Thursday, Nov 5, 2020

The Ripple 3.0

Join the third edition of the largest online networking event for the transatlantic business community  GABC members and partners will remember the Euro-American Speednetworking event we hosted in September. It turns out that there is a group of transatlantic organizations from East to West Coast in the United States who are part of the "The Ripple",…...

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Friday, Oct 16, 2020

Pandemic Resilient Cities & The Role of Technology

The city after COVID-19: How will the pandemic impact the built environment? Will the home office mean the end of city office space? Will less office and retail space mean more residential housing and green spaces? And how can smart technology make a city pandemic resilient, ensure public health in the working and living environment…...

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Tuesday, Oct 6, 2020

Oktober(fest) Virtual Stammtisch

The monthly GABC Stammtisch Goes Zoom, Again! Join the virtual Stammtisch on Tuesday, October 6th at 7PM If you have participated in any of the previous virtual Stammtisches, you know that we like to have a theme or icebreaker. Well, it's Oktoberfest time so it's a natural to bring that to the (virtual) table. Here…...

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Saturday, Oct 3, 2020

Fall Hike

We won't be able to come together for our annual Oktoberfest, but what about enjoying crisp fall air for a brisk, socially distanced hike along a truly historic trail on German Unity Day commemorating the 30th anniversary of German unification? This event will be limited and masks required in case social distancing on the trail…...

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Wednesday, Sep 30, 2020

Euro-American Business Connect

Register now for this upcoming unique business networking opportunity brought to you by international business organizations and innovation groups here in New England. Through the networking platform you will be able to line up your own 12-minute one-on-one video meetings based on the tool’s recommendation and smart scheduling features – and make important new business…...

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Friday, Sep 11, 2020

A Tech Apprenticeship Model for Massachusetts

Many countries have looked to the German apprenticeship model as a pathway to a career, but very few have replicated this approach. Join representatives from Apprenti for a presentation and a moderated discussion on how this non-profit organization has created a US version of an apprenticeship program geared towards tech talent, what it is looking…...

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Tuesday, Sep 1, 2020

September Stammtisch

Join the Stammtisch on Tuesday, September 1 A last YP Stammtisch "Hurrah" before the cooler weather kicks in: Capitalizing on a late summer evening and the desire to meet face to face instead of virtual at least once this year, join the YPs for the September Stammtisch in person (but limited attendance). The Stammtisch will…...

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Tuesday, Jul 14, 2020

July Virtual Stammtisch

The monthly GABC Stammtisch Goes Zoom, Again! Join the virtual Stammtisch on Tuesday, July 14th. We will be back to chat with you from home to home and talk about life, work and the yes, how the pandemic is affecting the world. For this Stammtisch, there will also be opportunity to share a virtual walk…...

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Thursday, Jun 25, 2020

Impromptu Immigration Update

  What's Behind the Latest Executive Order Issued on June 22? We are pleased to offer you an "ad hoc" update on the latest Executive Order on Immigration which President Trump signed on Monday June 22nd. Join us for a brief virtual lunch meeting with Doug Hauer of Mintz and Elizabeth Goss of Goss Associates who will address what visa catergories are affected,…...

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Wednesday, Jun 24, 2020

Rock your LinkedIn Profile

Join the Young Professionals for a free virtual one-hour workshop and discover how to rock your LinkedIn profile. Get a hands-on start developing a stellar profile and learn how to grow your professional LinkedIn skills. Build your online brand and engage with your network. With more than 675+ million members worldwide, LinkedIn is the world's…...

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Thursday, Jun 18, 2020

Managing Mental Health in the Workplace

How Being an Expat Can Help You and Others Through This Crisis Epidemics and pandemics come with significant mental health impacts that need to be addressed at the societal but also organizational level. This webinar will suggest ways that can help you and your teams adapt to unchartered territory—everything feels totally different—in the same way…...

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Tuesday, Jun 9, 2020

June Virtual Stammtisch

The monthly GABC Stammtisch Goes Zoom, Again! Join the virtual Stammtisch on Tuesday, June 9th. We will be back to chat with you from home to home and talk about life, work and the yes, how the pandemic is affecting the world. For this Stammtisch, there will also be opportunity to share a virtual walk…...

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Tuesday, Jun 2, 2020

European-American Summer Networking

This event is postponed. Join us for the second annual European-American Business Networking Event in collaboration with our European Partner Organisations. More info to come!...

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Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Supply Chain in Times of Disruption and Disease

Chris Ross, Head of Integrated Supply Chain Operations at MilliporeSigma, will talk through the importance of managing a global supply chain to assure critical products are available in the fight against COVID-19. The life science business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany is supporting projects critical in slowing the progression of COVID-19 and treating people in the future with…...

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Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Covid-19 and Start-Ups

Covid-19 and Startups: Surviving and thriving – an approach for founders and investors | Wednesday, May 20th, 1 PM Pritchett certified M&A Integration expert and Executive Coach, Angelica Carr, explores a shift in investor and buyer value perception during this unprecedented period. She tackles Mergers & Acquisitions (M&As) scenarios covering areas from valuation and culture fit…...

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Tuesday, May 12, 2020

YP May Virtual Stammtisch

The monthly GABC Stammtisch Goes Zoom, Again! We will be back to chat with you from home to home and talk about life, work and the yes, how the pandemic is affecting the world. But there will also be trivia questions to lighten up the mood and challenge your inner puzzle nerd. Register via the…...

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Friday, May 8, 2020

Virtual Winetasting

Let’s explore Pinot Noir! Are you ready to experience fantastic wines from the comfort of your own home, closing out a work week with something special for a change? GABC has partnered with the wine experts from Vino di Vino to bring you a virtual wine tasting experience with a personal touch. For this tasting,…...

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Thursday, Apr 30, 2020

What’s Behind the Executive Order on Immigration?

Immigration Update regarding the Executive Order and Covid-19 Immigration Restrictions Recent implementation of immigration restrictions in light of the Covid-19 pandemic, the newly signed executive order as well as reduced U.S. consular services abroad have put the international community here on alert. Who can still travel to the U.S., what visa applications will be considered,…...

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Thursday, Apr 30, 2020

Fireside Chat | Kamingespräch: Music & Management

  Analogies of Leadership & Teams in Music & Management Dr. Stephanie Oestreich, a biotech executive and a semi-professional violinist who also performs with the Boston Philarmonic Orchestra, together with three classical musicians will demonstrate analogies between superior musical performances and successes in business. What has conducting in common with leadership of teams? Numerous practical examples…...

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Wednesday, Apr 29, 2020

EU-US Trade Talks

Have EU-US Trade Talks Stalled During The Pandemic? * A Washington perspective from Berlin * Before the coronavirus burst onto the global scene, there was an expectation that the U.S. had a high interest in finalizing at least a "mini" EU-US trade deal that the Administration could sell to voters before the November elections. The…...

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Thursday, Apr 23, 2020

US Market Outlook During COVID and Beyond

The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown the world’s financial markets into a rapid decline, making individuals, financial experts and organizations question the best strategies for navigating investments and business. In this discussion, we will hear from experts at BlackRock and the Progressive Investors Network as they examine where the market is, where it is going, and how…...

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Tuesday, Apr 14, 2020

YP April Stammtisch Goes Zoom!

Attend our monthly GABC Stammtisch: Now via Zoom! We had to cancel the March Stammtisch, but we are back this month via Zoom. We know the virtual meetings can be somewhat awkward, so we also preparing some fun trivia -- in case we don't find anything to talk about, but which don't really anticipate. So…...

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Thursday, Mar 12, 2020

Life Sciences Panorama: Deconstructing the Cost of Healthcare

PLEASE NOTE: Given the elevated risk of coronavirus infections in Massachusetts, the Annual Life Sciences Panorama: Deconstructing Healthcare, originally scheduled for Thursday, March 12th, will be postponed. We appreciate your patience as we monitor the local health situation in collaboration with the host IPSEN in order to identify an appropriate later date. We will post…...

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Tuesday, Mar 3, 2020

Guided Architectural Tour of the Goethe-Institut

POSTPONED -- NEW DATE WILL BE ANNOUNCED.    Guided Architectural Tour of the Goethe-Institut: An exclusive GABC member event Be one of the first to see the recently renovated Goethe-Institut in its new beautiful splendor: Our friends at the Institute are opening their doors to the GABC to an exclusive guided architectural tour of the…...

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Thursday, Feb 27, 2020

Networking 101 – How I Landed My Job

This event is part of the GABC Young Professionals’ Career Building Series and hosted at Kaplan International at Harvard Square. Come learn about what it takes to successfully network, what tactics you can deploy and practice a few opening lines. Are you a scientist who would like to make the jump into the business world? Are you…...

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Wednesday, Feb 26, 2020

GBANE: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace: Opportunities and Challenges

Rapid technological developments including artificial intelligence and related technologies, and their deployment in various applications and tools, present opportunities and challenges for the workplace. Join us to hear a panel with deep experience in data science, employment law, data analytics, recruiting, marketing, learning & development, and leadership to discuss the evolving landscape and some of…...

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Friday, Feb 21, 2020

Fasching!

We had so much fun at Fasching last time, we are back this year on a Friday night, February 21st to celebrate this merry "Fifth Season" (as it is referred to in Germany’s Karneval capitals of Köln, Düsseldorf and Mainz)!! Our Young Professionals invite everyone to join them at The Point in a private room to celebrate, sing,…...

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Tuesday, Feb 4, 2020

YP February Stammtisch

Attend our monthly GABC Stammtisch! This informal get-together organized by the GABC Young Professionals group aims to connect professionals new to the Boston/Cambridge area with the local GABC network – and we introduce you to a different bar or restaurant every month. Join us every first Tuesday evening of the month – we announce the…...

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Thursday, Jan 30, 2020

German American Business Outlook 2020

“The German American Business Outlook” (GABO) is one of the most important economic indicators of German American business relations. It is compiled by the German Chamber offices in the U.S. and is based on a survey of 2500 German subsidiaries on their views of the U.S. as an investment location in the United States. This event will take…...

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Tuesday, Jan 7, 2020

YP January Stammtisch

Attend our monthly GABC Stammtisch! This informal get-together organized by the GABC Young Professionals group aims to connect professionals new to the Boston/Cambridge area with the local GABC network – and we introduce you to a different bar or restaurant every month. Join us every first Tuesday evening of the month – we announce the…...

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