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Summary of Past Events

Sunday, Mar 2, 2014

Discovery Ensemble Concert

This partner event was organized by Discovery Ensemble featuring works by Schubert, Brahms and Haydn, with renowned German cellist, Nicolas Aldstädt. Through special arrangement, GABC members received 50% off the list price of $40 for General Admission Balcony seats. Held in New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough Street, Boston, MA....

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Thursday, Feb 6, 2014

GBANE 2014: 20th International Business Forum & Networking Evening

Presentations on the US Economic Outlook and Doing Business Internationally, followed by a lengthy Networking Reception. Guests mingled among the many exhibit tables, and shared information with other international organizations and local government agencies that could assist their own business. GABC is an active contributor and member of The Global Business Alliance of New England…...

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Monday, Dec 16, 2013

Weihnachts Gala 2013

127 members and guests enjoyed incredible views of the Boston harbor from our tables in the sky with German-American friends and business colleagues. This exclusive holiday event included full sit-down dinner, open bar, live music, silent auction and live auction. Held in the beautiful, candlelit UMass Club overlooking Boston’s iconic Custom House Tower and waterfront,…...

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Wednesday, Nov 13, 2013

LIGHTPOINT® Studio Tour & Networking Reception

Together with our Sponsor Member OSRAM Sylvania, GABC members and guests enjoyed a tour of the lighting giant’s innovative LIGHTPOINT® Institute for Lighting Technology, a world-class training facility, followed by a networking reception at their headquarters in Danvers, MA. OSRAM Sylvania is the North American operation of OSRAM GmbH in Germany. It is a leader…...

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Sunday, Oct 20, 2013

Hamburg’s Ministry for Economy, Transport and Innovation Welcome Reception

Hamburg Secretary of Economy, Infrastructure and Innovation Frank Horch visited Boston, accompanied by one of the largest delegations ever traveling with a German State Minister, representing companies in Technology, Renewables and Port Logistics. An unparalleled number of companies applied to travel to Boston (the core of the trip), New York and Montreal. GABC Members met the…...

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Thursday, Oct 10, 2013

Open for Business: Perspectives from German, British, French, Italian & Swiss Consuls General

Five Consuls General gave presentations about the business opportunities in their respective countries in a panel format made intentionally informal to promote a lively Q&A session after the presentations. The presentation was preceded by a networking reception with open bar and refreshments, which continued again for more than an hour after the presentation. Held in…...

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Thursday, Sep 19, 2013

Networking Reception at Ernst & Young LLP

GABC members met for a networking reception with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres before a stunning backdrop of Boston skyline views from the 47th floor of the John Hancock Tower in the Back Bay. This event was open to members only and generously hosted by GABC Sponsor Member Ernst & Young LLP, German Business Network in…...

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Tuesday, Sep 17, 2013

Oktoberfest and Grönemeyer Concert After-Party

Close to 100 GABC Members and friends descended on Boston’s oldest German restaurant for a buffet of German wursts, rotkohl, sauerkraut, Bretzeln, and Weissbier to enjoy this rowdy and crowded event. Herbert Grönemeyer, the most acclaimed and best-selling rock artist ever in Germany thrilled the guests with a special appearance and mingled with the crowd,…...

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Tuesday, Sep 17, 2013

Herbert Grönemeyer Concert

Herbert Grönemeyer, the most acclaimed and best-selling rock artist ever in Germany, launched his first full US tour in September. For more than two decades, singer/song-writer Herbert Grönemeyer has been Germany's best-kept secret, selling over 18 million albums and CDs and selling out concerts in stadiums across Europe. For his recent album, Grönemeyer recorded some…...

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Monday, Jun 3, 2013

Bridging the Divide: Developing Executive “Cultural Intelligence” for Better Performance

With the increase in globalization and diversity in the workplace, cross-cultural management has become critical to the success of different cultures interacting in the business environment. Speakers Frank Conway, consultant with 30 years’ experience in international training and education, Marion Estienne, Ph.D., Leadership Consultant and certified Hudson Institute Executive Coach, and Prof. Stephen Kinzer, intercultural…...

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