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SUMMARY:Building Your Global Career in HealthTech: Real Stories\, Advice\, & Connections
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and is open to Minnesota college students.  \nInterested in a career at the intersection of healthcare and technology? Join industry professionals and alumni as they share their career journeys\, lessons learned\, and advice for breaking into the HealthTech field. Gain valuable insights\, expand your network\, and discover opportunities to build your global career. \nThis event is hosted by Global Minnesota and UMN Career Services. It is designed with international student career development needs in mind and all international students studying in Minnesota are encouraged to join. \nThe panel brings together professionals from leading healthcare and technology organizations\, with diverse backgrounds in medicine\, engineering\, biology\, AI\, and human resources and business. This range of expertise and career paths will provide international students with a broad perspective on opportunities in the HealthTech sector. \nPanelists \n\nAttilio Galhardo\, MD | Associate Medical Director\, AI Initiatives\, Boston Scientific (Medicine)\nRon Leonhardt | Chief People Officer\, NMDP (Human Resources & Business)\nSinduja Thinamany | Sr. Principal R&D Engineer\, CRM\, Medtronic (Cellular & Molecular Biology)\nLena Vonderlind | Quality Engineer\, Philips (Industrial Engineering)\n\nThank you University of Minnesota Career Services for your partnership in this event. \nThis program is directed towards new and returning international college students enrolled in any university or college program in Minnesota. All community members associated with Minnesota colleges and universities are welcome to attend.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/building-your-global-career-in-healthtech-real-stories-advice-connections/
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SUMMARY:16th Annual Cyber Security Summit
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. \nJoin us for the 16th Annual Cyber Security Summit\, a premier event to meet with and learn from top leaders in cybersecurity. \nThis year’s theme\, Human Led. AI Powered.\, will explore how people and technology must work together as cybersecurity continues to evolve. \nRegister Here \nGlobal Minnesota is a marketing partner of the Cyber Security Summit.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/16th-annual-cyber-security-summit/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Bloomington\, 3200 E 81st St\, Bloomington\, 55425
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SUMMARY:Global Conversations: Minnesota's Diplomats
DESCRIPTION:Top photo credit: Abbie Rowe. White House Photographs. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum\, Boston \nThis event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  \nFrom the first woman to hold the position of U.S. ambassador through foreign service officers meeting the complex challenges of the 21st century\, Minnesotans have a long and remarkable legacy of diplomatic service. \nJoin Global Minnesota and the Landmark Center for our next Global Conversation and discover the stories behind some of Minnesota’s most inspiring diplomats. Hear how Minnesotans have represented our country around the world\, navigating pivotal moments in U.S. diplomatic history\, and how that work has benefited Americans and their communities. \nTom Selinger\, a retired Foreign Service Officer and current Project Manager at the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training\, will bring these stories to life\, sharing accounts of Minnesotans who have served their country through diplomacy. \nJenni’s Cafe will be open for guests to purchase lunch at the Landmark Center. Bag lunches are also welcome. \nThis event is being presented as a part of the World Affairs Councils of America’s Engage America Program implemented by the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training with support from the Una Chapman Cox Foundation. Thank you to the Landmark Center for their collaboration. \nRegister \nThis program will include the opportunity to view the United States Diplomacy: From Its Beginnings to Today\, a mobile exhibit which explores the important role that diplomacy has played across American history. \n  \nTom Selinger will also be speaking at an event on November 4 about the history of U.S.-French diplomatic relations. Learn more and register for that event here. \nSpeaker: Tom Selinger\nTom Selinger served 27 years in the U.S. Foreign Service with overseas tours in Albania\, Croatia\, Denmark\, Kyrgyzstan\, and Trinidad and Tobago and portfolios ranging from security cooperation to American citizen services. In his retirement\, he works for the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training\, a nonprofit where he directs outreach efforts to promote public understanding of the work of America’s diplomats. Prior to joining the Foreign Service\, he served as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Army\, including combat service with the 101st Airborne Division during Operation Desert Storm\, and worked as a locally-employed political specialist for the Canadian government at their Consulate in his hometown of Minneapolis. \n \nPlease contact Erin Hart at ehart@globalminnesota.org for questions or accessibility accommodations.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/global-conversations-minnesotas-diplomats/
LOCATION:Landmark Center\, 75 5th St. W\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102
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SUMMARY:Amis Historiques - A Celebration of U.S.-French Diplomatic Relations
DESCRIPTION:Top photo credit: Library of Congress\, Prints & Photographs Division\, LC-DIG-pga-01591 \nThis event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.  \nThe U.S.-French relationship has a remarkable history\, dating back to France’s support for the American War of Independence and Benjamin Franklin’s service as the first U.S. envoy to a foreign government. Through centuries of change\, diplomacy\, and cooperation\, the relationship has remained an important link between the United States and Europe. \nJoin Global Minnesota and Alliance Française for a lively conversation about the people and stories behind this enduring diplomatic relationship. Tom Selinger of the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training will explore how generations of American and French diplomats have carried forward Franklin’s legacy\, navigating pivotal moments in history while strengthening the longstanding ties between the two countries. \nThis event is being presented as a part of the World Affairs Councils of America’s Engage America Program implemented by the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training with support from the Una Chapman Cox Foundation. Thank you to Alliance Française for their partnership. \n \nRegister \nThis program will include the opportunity to view the United States Diplomacy: From Its Beginnings to Today\, a mobile exhibit which explores the important role that diplomacy has played across American history. \n  \nTom Selinger will also be speaking at an event on November 2 about the history and stories of Minnesota diplomats. Learn more and register for that event here. \nSpeaker: Tom Selinger\nTom Selinger served 27 years in the U.S. Foreign Service with overseas tours in Albania\, Croatia\, Denmark\, Kyrgyzstan\, and Trinidad and Tobago and portfolios ranging from security cooperation to American citizen services. In his retirement\, he works for the Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training\, a nonprofit where he directs outreach efforts to promote public understanding of the work of America’s diplomats. Prior to joining the Foreign Service\, he served as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Army\, including combat service with the 101st Airborne Division during Operation Desert Storm\, and worked as a locally-employed political specialist for the Canadian government at their Consulate in his hometown of Minneapolis. \n \nPlease contact info@globalminnesota.org for questions or accessibility accommodations.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/amis-historiques-a-celebration-of-u-s-french-diplomatic-relations/
LOCATION:Alliance Française\, 227 Colfax Ave N\, Minneapolis\, 55405\, United States
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SUMMARY:2027 Global Business Outlook
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Registration is now open. \nInternational business is changing rapidly. Understanding the major trends is essential to making informed decisions and planning for what comes next. \nJoin Global Minnesota for the 2027 Global Business Outlook. Following a keynote on business megatrends\, a high-level panel will explore how companies can translate these global trends into practical strategies and competitive opportunities. \nParticipants can also tour 3M’s Innovation Center and network with Minnesota business leaders. \nRegistration includes appetizers and a beverage following the program. \nLast year’s event was sold out\, so secure your spot now before prices increase for this timely gathering of corporate executives\, global business leaders\, and international trade professionals. \nKeynote Speaker \n\nDr. John Pournoor\, CEO\, Government Analytics\n\nPanelists \n\nBen Clark\, Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer\, Ecolab\nAmbassador Mark Lippert\, Executive Vice President\, Samsung Electronics America and former U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea\nOlivia Nelligan\, Executive Vice President\, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer\, CHS\nModerator: Gillian Morris\, KPMG (ret.)\n\nNew Member Special Register below with the New Member option to become a Global Minnesota member and receive ONE FREE TICKET for this event. \nRegister Here \nThank you to event sponsor Fredrikson!
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/2027-global-business-outlook/
LOCATION:3M Innovation Center\, 2350 Minnehaha Ave E\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55119\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 WorldQuest International Trivia Competition
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Registration is now open! \nReady to put your global knowledge to the test? Gather a team of up to eight people for the 2026 World Quest International Trivia Competition! This exciting event will test your knowledge on topics including world geography\, current events\, global leaders\, and questions from our Global Connect newsletter. \nBring your best trivia skills\, costumes\, and team energy for a chance to win prizes and the Best Team Spirit Award. Gather your friends\, family\, coworkers\, or neighbors for a fun evening out. Don’t have a full team? Register individually or with a small group\, and we’ll help connect you with other global trivia enthusiasts. \nWhether you’re competing for first place\, showing off your team’s creativity\, or simply enjoying an evening of global knowledge and community\, WorldQuest is a fun-filled evening of learning\, laughter\, and friendly competition. We can’t wait to see you there! \nEarly bird pricing ends soon! Register today. \nRegister Here \nEvent Details\n\n\n\nRegistration is available for teams of up to 8\nDiscount for Global Minnesota members (at least two participants on a team need to be a member at the Supporter level or above to receive discounted rate).\nDiscount for college & university students (all participants on a team must show proof of student status to receive discounted rate)\nLocation: Coffman Memorial Union Great Hall\nWinning teams will receive fun prizes. Best Team Spirit will be awarded as well.\nCheck-in and buffet dinner will start at 6:00 pm with the competition kicking off at 7:00 pm. A cash bar will be available.\nWorldQuest scoring is automatic and final.\nParking: Parking is available in several nearby parking ramps on the University of Minnesota campus.\n\n\n\nPlease contact Erin Hart at ehart@globalminnesota.org for questions\, accessibility accommodations\, or dietary restrictions. \nThank you event sponsor Horton! \n \nThe University of Minnesota is not endorsing or sponsoring the activities conducted by Global Minnesota on the University of Minnesota campus. The relationship between the University of Minnesota and Global Minnesota is solely that of licensor and licensee.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/2026-worldquest-international-trivia-competition/
LOCATION:Great Hall – Coffman Memorial Union\, 300 Washington Ave. S.E.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55455
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SUMMARY:Get To Know Global Minnesota -- Virtual
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and is open to everyone. New members and potential members are encouraged to attend.  \nFor 75 years\, Global Minnesota has forged connections between Minnesota and the world through education in Minnesota schools\, global professional exchanges\, world-class events\, grassroots discussion groups\, international student initiatives\, and corporate roundtables. \nDiscover how the organization connected over 23\,000 participants this past year by joining this virtual open house! You’ll learn about  program opportunities\, explore ways to participate\, and discover what membership is all about. \nAlready a member? Tune in to this webinar to refresh your knowledge of Global Minnesota. \nRegister \nA reminder email with the Zoom webinar link to this event will be shared two days and again three hours before the event.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/get-to-know-global-minnesota-virtual-3/
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SUMMARY:2027 High School Academic WorldQuest Competition
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person. \nJoin Global Minnesota at Mall of America for our annual high school Academic WorldQuest competition! This free\, fun\, and fast-paced knowledge competition challenges high school students to think globally about critical issues facing the U.S. and the world. Teams of four compete against other schools across the state to answer multiple choice questions on global topics including world affairs\, current events\, geography\, history\, and culture. \nIn addition\, Global Minnesota will sponsor the winning team to represent Minnesota at the national Academic WorldQuest competition in Washington\, D.C.\, presented by the World Affairs Councils of America. The visit will also feature professional development opportunities and embassy visits with hotel and airfare provided. \nRegister a High School Team Here \nCompetition Details\n\nLocation: Mall of America\nEach high school (9-12 grade students) can register up to 2 teams of 4 students on a first-come\, first-served basis. Additional teams are accepted as space allows.\nDinner and refreshments provided for game players and their school chaperones.\nFirst place team receives a championship trophy for their school and the opportunity to travel to Washington\, D.C. in April for the national competition including professional development meetings and embassy visits.\nTeam Spirit Award: Let your spirit show with fun costumes and enthusiastic energy for a chance to win gift cards!\n\n \nAcademic WorldQuest is a youth education program of the national network of World Affairs Councils. Presented in partnership with the World Affairs Councils of America.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/2027-high-school-academic-worldquest-competition/
LOCATION:Mall of America: Parkview Meeting & Event Center\, 390 North Garden\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States
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