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SUMMARY:Globinar Global Chamber® Accra Monthly Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Globinar Global Chamber® Accra Monthly Meetup \nValue Addition in Salt: Moving Beyond Raw Exports \n\nTuesday\, Aug 25th at 2pm Accra / 3pm London / 7am PT / 10am ET / 4pm CET / 5pm Turkey / 6pm Dubai / 7:30pm Mumbai / 10pm Singapore / 11pm Seoul + Tokyo\n\n\n\nJoin us for our monthly meetup with business leaders from across our network for thoughtful conversation\, meaningful connection and shared experience.\n\n\n\n\nGhana has abundant salt resources\, yet much of it is exported in raw form with minimal value captured locally. Join us for a timely webinar as we explore how to unlock the full economic potential of Ghana’s salt industry through processing\, branding\, and export of value-added products. \nGuest Speaker is Mr. Kwame Agyei Apeaning\, CEO\, Precious Premium Salt and Founder\, Chamber of Salt Producers & Exporters Ghana \nWhat you will learn: \n\nThe current state of Ghana’s salt sector and export trends\nOpportunities in value addition: from iodized salt to cosmetics and industrial applications\nChallenges in processing\, packaging\, and accessing export markets\nPolicy and support needed to move beyond raw export\nHow SMEs and cooperatives can participate in the value chain\n\nThis session is for salt producers\, exporters\, agribusiness leaders\, investors\, policymakers\, and anyone interested in building a competitive salt industry in Ghana and across Africa. \nRegister now and be part of the conversation on transforming salt from a raw commodity to a value-driven export. \n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n \nKwame Agyei Apeaning – CEO at Precious Premium Salt | Founder at Chamber of Salt Producers & Exporters Ghana \nKwame Agyei Apeaning is an educator\, entrepreneur\, and advocate for sustainable industrial development in Ghana’s salt sector. He serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Precious Premium Salt and is the Founder of the Chamber of Salt Producers & Exporters Ghana (CSPEG)\, where he promotes collaboration\, investment\, and policy reforms to strengthen the salt industryand expand Ghana’s presence in regional and international markets. \nWith a strong background in education\, Kwame is the Head of the Social Studies Department at Tema Mission Technical Institute\, where he is committed to developing students’ knowledge\, critical thinking\, and leadership skills. He has a Postgraduate Diploma in Education to further enhance his professional competence in teaching and educational leadership. \nKwame is passionate about industrialization\, export development\, and value addition in Ghana’snatural resources. His vision includes positioning Ghana as a leading producer and exporter of high-quality salt while promoting sustainable mining practices\, job creation\, and regional tradeacross West Africa. He actively engages with government institutions\, development partners\, and international organizations to advance investment opportunities and strengthen the salt value chain. He is a recognized international speaker on salt development in Africa\, traveledextensively across Africa\, Europe and Asia. \nRecognized for his strategic thinking\, leadership\, and commitment to national development\, Kwame combines business expertise with public service\, striving to create lasting economicopportunities that benefit communities\, industry stakeholders and the nation as a whole
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/globinar-global-chamber-accra-monthly-meetup/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260826
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SUMMARY:Global Chamber en Español: Conoce y Conecta
DESCRIPTION:En esta llamada mensual estaremos conversando con miembros de Global Chamber y conociendo oportunidades en diversos mercados e industrias. Cada mes resaltamos miembros diferentes. Los esperamos a conocer y conectar. \nAbierto a cualquier persona que hable español como segunda o tercera lengua. \nFacilitador:\n\nCésar Trabanco – Vice President of Business Services at Global Chamber®. \nWith over a decade of administrative\, operational and leadership experience in different types of environments that range from international non-profit organizations to private corporations\, Cesar has focused on international business and trade with significant input to the service sector. Specifically\, he has worked on market development and service management for Latin America and Europe. \nCesar’s work with Global Chamber® has allowed him to interact a lot more with markets like Asia\, Africa and North America as collectively the team is in process to build the first truly global business community. Back in Puerto Rico\, his main goal is to put the island on the map of global business and to open more opportunities for the improvement of the economy there during the years to come.
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/global-chamber-en-espanol-conoce-y-conecta/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260826
DTSTAMP:20260820T131442Z
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SUMMARY:Globinar Global Chamber® Monthly Mexico City Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Globinar Global Chamber® Mexico City Monthly Meetup \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n¿Por qué las empresas dejan de crecer justo cuando empiezan a tener éxito? \nMuchas empresas no dejan de crecer por falta de clientes o de oportunidades. Se detienen porque la forma en que operan deja de evolucionar al mismo ritmo que el negocio. \nEn esta sesión exploraremos por qué las decisiones\, hábitos y formas de trabajo que impulsaron el crecimiento inicial pueden convertirse\, sin darnos cuenta\, en el principal obstáculo para alcanzar la siguiente etapa. \nA través de un caso real y un marco práctico de análisis\, los participantes aprenderán a reconocer las señales de que su empresa ha superado su forma actual de operar\, qué debe cambiar para prepararse para la siguiente etapa y cómo seguir creciendo con mayor control\, claridad y capacidad de ejecución. \nComo cierre\, cada participante realizará un autodiagnóstico práctico que le permitirá identificar qué tan preparada está su empresa para su siguiente etapa de crecimiento y cuáles son sus principales oportunidades de mejora. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: \n \nRoberto Huerta \nRoberto Huerta es fundador de Huerta Consulting y consultor en transformación empresarial\, especializado en ayudar a pequeñas y medianas empresas a crecer con mayor control\, eficiencia y capacidad de ejecución. Cuenta con más de 20 años de experiencia liderando iniciativas de transformación operativa y tecnológica en empresas multinacionales\, experiencia que hoy aplica para acompañar a empresarios en la evolución de sus organizaciones. Su enfoque combina estrategia\, procesos y tecnología para resolver problemas reales de negocio\, convencido de que el crecimiento sostenible no depende únicamente de vender más\, sino de construir empresas preparadas para su siguiente etapa.
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/globinar-global-chamber-monthly-mexico-city-meetup/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTSTAMP:20260820T131613Z
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SUMMARY:Globinar Global Chamber® FDI/Investment Forum
DESCRIPTION:Globinar Global Chamber® FDI/Investment Forum \n–> Convergence of Business\, Economic Development and Real Estate \nWelcome to the opportunity triangle of global trade at Global Chamber®\, where Business\, Economic Development and Real Estate come together to create new FDI and investment deals. \nMembers and guests are invited to our weekly 55 minute discussion where we curate opportunities from around the world\, for global leaders… all of us interested to grow and prosper. \nThis week we’re featuring a conversation on opportunities with Taiwan. Don’t miss it! \nFacilitators: \n \nJames Huang – Managing Director of RESAAS Commercial \nJames Huang\, a visionary leader with over 25 years of experience in commercial real estate\, has been named Managing Director of RESAAS Commercial. Renowned for his success in brokerage\, investment\, and scaling global operations\, James previously founded and led eXp Commercial\, building it into a thriving platform. At RESAAS—a global real estate technology company serving nearly 700\,000 agents in over 160 countries—he will drive innovation\, growth\, and strategic initiatives by leveraging RESAAS’s powerful referral network\, market intelligence tools\, and data-driven insights to elevate agent success worldwide. \n  \n \nEllen Hsu\, Acc. Dir\, CCIM\, CRB\, FRI\, MRE\, MSFE\, RI – CEO of Prominent Real Estate Services and Promont Management \nEllen is the CEO of Prominent Real Estate Services and Promont Management based in Vancouver. Her career spans senior leadership roles in both private enterprises and publicly traded companies\, as well as mission driven non-profit initiatives. In addition to her real estate practice\, she serves as a Director for The CCIM Institute Foundation\, The CCIM Institute\, the Philippines Canada Trade Council\, and the Rotary Club of Vancouver Fraserview. She is dedicated to advancing the real estate profession through innovative strategies. Ellen’s global outlook\, passion for excellence\, and commitment to community engagement continue to inspire trust\, collaboration\, and long-term partnerships across the industry. \n 
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/globinar-global-chamber-fdi-investment-forum-2/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTSTAMP:20260820T131653Z
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SUMMARY:Globinar Global Women Online Networking
DESCRIPTION:  \nDesigned for global businesswomen who are conquering the world with their products services and talents. We exchange information and get to know each other a little better\, to help each other. Collectively we’re better if we work together instead of working alone. \nHello Global Ladies!\n\nWe are shaking things up! To make our monthly International Women in Business Globinar the most productive and collaborative 55 minutes of your month\, we are introducing an exciting new “High-Impact” format designed for action\, growth\, and real-world solutions.\n\nGrab your coffee\, settle in\, and get ready to engage. This is about leveraging our collective brilliance to help each other scale.\n \nFacilitator: \nSipele Alapai Tuionuu – Executive Director\, Querétaro \n\nSipele is a seasoned Director of Operations with extensive experience in nearshore\, offshore\, and multi-site BPO/RPO operations\, currently living and thriving in Querétaro\, Mexico. She possesses a pragmatic and collaborative leadership style\, with a proven track record of driving growth\, improving operations\, and implementing strategic business plans. Her expertise includes business establishment from concept to realization\, strategic planning\, process improvement\, and scaling operations\, consistently excelling in managing budgets and leading high-performing teams. Sipele is dedicated to helping companies establish or optimize nearshore business solutions in Mexico\, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and stakeholder satisfaction.
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/globinar-global-women-online-networking-2/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTSTAMP:20260820T131746Z
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SUMMARY:Senator Kelly Building Arizona's Innovation Economy Executive Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Arizona Innovation Economy & Ecosystem Executive Forum is a high-level business and industry convening designed to accelerate the participation of Arizona companies in the state’s rapidly expanding artificial intelligence and semiconductor economy. \nAs Arizona emerges as a global leader in advanced technology and semiconductor manufacturing\, the Forum will bring together business owners\, industry executives\, workforce leaders\, educators\, and ecosystem stakeholders to explore practical pathways for small business participation\, workforce development\, supply chain opportunities\, AI adoption\, investment\, and strategic collaboration. \nHosted by NAACP East Valley\, OneMillion Entrepreneurs\, and the Global Chamber\, in partnership with the office of Senator Mark Kelly\, the Forum will feature Senator Kelly’s AI for America Roadmap initiative as a strategic point of reference for examining the future of work and emerging opportunities across Arizona’s innovation economy. \nThrough expert presentations and a moderator-facilitated Q&A Panel\, the Forum will move beyond discussion to action by launching an ongoing Working Group focused on helping Arizona businesses become more prepared\, connected\, competitive\, and positioned to participate in one of the fastest-growing sectors of the economy. \nSTRATEGIC POSITIONING \nThe August 26 Executive Forum is designed as the beginning of an operating mechanism—not the conclusion of a single event. \nThe purpose of the Forum is to expand practical access to Arizona’s AI and semiconductor ecosystem by helping small businesses become more prepared\, visible\, and commercially relevant across procurement\, supply chain\, workforce\, and contracting. \nThis first meeting has a small working group attending… and watch for more information to get involved. More will be shared at the Semicon / International State of the Metro on October 19th in City of Peoria. In meantime contact Doug Bruhnke or Jevin Hodge.
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/senator-kelly-building-arizonas-innovation-economy-executive-forum/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260827
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SUMMARY:Global Chamber® Los Angeles End of Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:Featuring… \nConnecting\, networking and fun! Also a short program on growth and success. \nIt’s an amazing time for GLOBAL BUSINESS! Let’s connect\, collaborate and GROW. \nParking information is below. \n\nGlobal Chamber® LA Advisory Board Chair / “Global Business Update”\n\nSarita D. Jackson\, Ph.D. \nPresident and CEO at GRIIT (Global Research Institute of International Trade) \nSarita D. Jackson\, PhD is the founder\, president\, and CEO of the Global Research Institute of International Trade (GRIIT)\, a US-based think-tank and consulting firm. Her firm saves firms time and money\, as well as mitigates risks\, as they expand globally via up-to-date\, data-driven\, customized market research and strategy development. \nDr. Jackson is also an author\, TEDx speaker\, and business school instructor. Her book\, International Trade in Services: Effective Practice and Policy\, was recently published by Routledge Taylor and Francis Group. She received her B.A. degree in broadcast journalism and Spanish from the University of Southern California and earned a Ph.D. in political science (emphasis on international political economy) from Brown University. \n  \nFounder and CEO at Plug / “Electric Vehicles Marketplace” \nJimmy Douglas is the founder and CEO of Plug\, the first and only EV wholesale auction platform. Jimmy’s unique expertise stems from years leading the world’s largest used EV remarketing operation at Tesla\, a career that began on the front lines of dealership fixed operations\, and deep connections in Silicon Valley as a startup investor and entrepreneur. \nA recognized leader in automotive remarketing\, Jimmy has been named to Auto Remarketing’s ’40 Under 40: Industry’ and has earned his Automotive Remarketing Alliance Certified Automotive Remarketer (CAR) Certification. \nPBS’s visit to Plug this month here. More on Jimmy and Plug here. \n  \nIconic Global Business – Real Estate Leader \nJames Huang is a seasoned and visionary leader in the commercial real estate industry\, with over 25 years of experience in brokerage\, investment\, management\, and advisory services. He was the founding president of eXp Commercial\, the commercial company of eXp World Holdings\, a global cloud-based real estate company that offers 24/7 access to collaborative tools\, training\, and socialization for real estate professionals. \nIn his former role\, James oversaw\, built\, and ran the commercial and ancillary services to support the growth of eXp Commercial\, both domestically and globally. He leverages his operations experience\, having launched and managed several companies from startup to profitability\, to create a culture of diversity\, collaboration\, and teamwork. He is also a shareholder and advisor to real estate syndication firms and start-up technology companies\, helping them raise capital\, consult\, and connect with other private equity investors and family offices. \nAs a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS)\, he has a strong network and expertise in the global real estate market. James was the national president of the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA)\, a nonprofit organization that promotes sustainable homeownership opportunities in Asian American communities. Currently\, serves on the board for RPR (Realtor Property Resource). \n  \nMichael R. Amster |  Area Director\, Brentwood / West Los Angeles / Sawtelle \nOffice of Councilwoman Traci Park ⭑ 11th District \nWESTCHESTER DISTRICT OFFICE: 7166 W. Manchester Ave.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90045 \n(310) 568-8772 \n\nFounder at Think Strategy / “Marketing\, Sales and Growth” \nBernard Ablola is the founder of Think Strategy\, where he helps companies turn their sales and marketing teams into AI-powered growth engines.\nHe works with founders and executives to capture the expertise already inside their organizations and transform it into systems for thought leadership\, marketing\, sales enablement\, and business growth.\n\nBernard worked at Microsoft\, where he managed multimillion-dollar digital advertising campaigns for global brands. He recently served as Director of Marketing at both eXp Realty and eXp Commercial\, helping support the company’s growth to approximately 90\,000 agents worldwide. Today\, Bernard helps organizations build AI-powered sales and marketing systems that turn expertise into growth.\n\nGlobal Chamber® CEO / “Global and UNSTOPPABLE” \nDoug Bruhnke is CEO of Global Chamber®. He’s a founder\, entrepreneur and global connector focused on advancing Global Chamber® member businesses with new clients\, and into new markets. He worked in corporate for decades\, first the Dupont Company in Asia and globally\, and later Phelps Dodge / Freeport McMoRan. Doug had two expatriate assignments\, one in Tokyo and another in Singapore. He has 40 years of global trade experience working with clients in nearly every market segment including automotive\, aerospace\, industrial\, manufacturing\, healthcare\, life sciences\, mining\, retail and technology. \nDoug has 5 U.S. patents related to his work at Central Research in DuPont. His education includes a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Utah and an EMBA from Michigan State University. Doug’s affiliations include the Global Chamber®\, Arizona District Export Council\, U.S. Global Leadership Coalition\, Thunderbird Global Alumni Network (TGAN) Advisory Council and hundreds of groups in Global Chamber®. He is a German-Polish American born in New York and living in Arizona + California. Doug has a wife of 44 years\, a daughter and a superstar grandson. \n\n\n\n\nParking \nPlug is at 2236 S Barrington Ave\, Los Angeles. Enter the office from the alley east of Barrington\, south of Olympic. \nThere are two marked parking lots (“Parking for Plug”) between the alley and Barry Avenue\, accessible from Barry. \nYou may also park underground at the southeast corner of Barrington and Olympic\, off the alley. Then walk back to the alley\, then southeast to Plug. \nLook for an 850 HP Rivian R1T pickup\, California Sand\, that goes 0-60 MPG in 2.9 seconds. \nThen it will take 3 seconds to walk past the Rivian to the front door. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://nvbdc.org/global-partner-event/global-chamber-los-angeles-end-of-summer-social/
CATEGORIES:Global Chamber,Global Events
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