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SUMMARY:International Business Roundtable: Investment Climate in the United States
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and in-person and is open to everyone. \nMajor shifts in trade and tariff policy have led many countries to re-evaluate their strategies toward investment in U.S. markets. \nJoin Global Minnesota\, Dorsey & Whitney\, and KPMG for an expert discussion featuring senior executives and thought leaders at the next International Business Roundtable. The conversation will feature a keynote presentation from Andrea Raffo of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis\, with panelists from Dorsey & Whitney\, KPMG\, and Northborne Partners. \nVirtual and in-person options are available for this engaging discussion on global markets\, economic trends\, and issues shaping international business today. \n\nINTRODUCTORY REMARKS \nPhil Hansen\nPresident\, Global Minnesota \nKEYNOTE PRESENTATION \nAndrea Raffo\nSenior Vice President and Director of Research\, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis \nPANEL DISCUSSION \nFrancis Murphy – Moderator\nManaging Director\, Deal Advisory\, KPMG LLP \nDaniel Rosen\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \nLarry Ward\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \nCam Wood\nDirector\, Northborne Partners \nRegister \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP and KPMG. \nIf you have questions about event details\, please contact Lori Wosmek.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-business-roundtable-investment-climate-in-the-united-states/
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SUMMARY:International Business Roundtable: Changing Customs Rules and Tariff Actions
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and in-person and is open to everyone.  \nThe Trump Administration’s customs enforcement priorities and recent tariff actions have had profound impacts on international trade and business. What are some of the practical steps that companies can implement to avoid risk and maximize gain in the current trade environment?  \nJoin us for a discussion about changing customs rules in the context of recent tariff actions. The program will feature perspectives from local experts who will discuss how these issues affect business operations across all industries that rely on imported products. In particular\, the panel will focus on the following topics: \n\nHow importers can identify the correct country-of-origin and potential risks in the supply chain such as transshipment.\nPractical steps to avoid risk associated with current customs enforcement policies.\nEfforts by foreign suppliers to mitigate the tariff burden and potential pitfalls for importers and downstream customers.\nUse of Foreign Trade Zones and Customs Bonded Warehouses as temporary mitigation measures.\nSpecial considerations relating to aluminum and steel derivative products.\nEnd of “de minimis” duty exemption for low-value parcels\, and what it means for businesses.\n\n\nINTRODUCTORY REMARKS \nPhil Hansen\nPresident\, Global Minnesota \n\nPANEL DISCUSSION \nWhitney Docken\nVice President of Global Logistics and Trade\, Best Buy \nDave Larson\nMaterials Manager\, MKG \nT. Augustine Lo\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney \nJessica Libby\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \nDave Townsend\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney – Moderator \nRegister \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP and KPMG. \nIf you have questions about event details\, please contact Lori Wosmek.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-business-roundtable-changing-customs-rules-and-tariff-actions/
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SUMMARY:International Business Roundtable: U.S. Trade Policy and Potential Business Impacts
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and in-person and is open to everyone. Registration is now CLOSED. To sign up to attend virtually\, please email DorseyU@dorsey.com. \nAs a new administration begins in Washington\, significant changes in trade policy could begin taking shape. Tariffs are increasingly invoked as a possible means to address longstanding economic and political differences among countries around the world. What are the potential trade implications of a second Trump administration and what changes could impact trade with Canada and Mexico?  \nJoin us for a discussion about the second Trump Administration\, the direction for U.S. trade policy\, and how businesses can plan for imminent changes. The program will feature perspectives from distinguished diplomats from Canada and Mexico\, followed by a panel discussion of leaders from the business community. In particular\, the program will address the following topics: \n· U.S. Government policies towards trade\, including a focus on the upcoming renegotiation of the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA). \n· A first look at actions the Trump administration took upon taking office\, including a directive to examine U.S. trade policies and current tariff rates. \n· Tips on planning for changes to tariff policy\, including tariff mitigation strategies and reducing risk through compliance measures. \n\nINTRODUCTORY REMARKS \nPhil Hansen\nPresident\, Global Minnesota \n\nKEYNOTES \nAmbassador Iván Roberto Sierra Medel\nHead Consul of Mexico in Saint Paul \nAllan Edwards\nSenior Trade Commissioner\, Global Affairs Canada \n\nPANEL DISCUSSION \nJessica Libby\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \nHeather Marcaccini\nVice President\, Regulatory Affairs – Global Trade Compliance/Equipment & Digital\, Ecolab  \nLawrence Reszetar\nDirector\, International Business Strategy\, Minnesota Trade Office \nDave Townsend\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney – Moderator \nJen West\nDirector\, Americas Trade Operations\, Medtronic \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP and KPMG. \nIf you have questions about event details\, please contact Lori Wosmek.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-business-roundtable-u-s-trade-policy-and-potential-business-impacts/
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SUMMARY:International Business Roundtable: Capitalizing on the Inflation Reduction Act & Green Energy Developments
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and in-person and is open to everyone. Registration is now OPEN! \nHow have major green energy advancements\, including significant legislation such as the Inflation Reduction Act\, impacted international business? Many of Minnesota’s international business partners view IRA funding for clean energy infrastructure growth as a gateway to our market. How you can leverage this interest to your benefit? \nJoin us for a discussion on the opportunities presented by the Inflation Reduction Act and other green energy developments. The program will feature a keynote from Gregg Mast\, Executive Director at Clean Energy Economy Minnesota\, followed by a panel of business leaders discussing how recent green energy breakthroughs have enabled new business possibilities. Specifically\, the program will address the following topics: \n· Developments in Green Energy\, including insights into the Inflation Reduction Act \n· Steps companies are taking to optimize tax benefits and market opportunities associated with green energy manufacturing \n· Legal and other considerations associated with structuring\, contractual provisions\, sourcing/procurement and other areas critical to the green energy sector \nKEYNOTE \nGregg Mast\nExecutive Director\, Clean Energy Economy Minnesota \n\nPANEL DISCUSSION \nMichael Morrell\nExecutive Vice President Strategic Lending\, Sunrise Bank \nZev Simpser\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney \nJessica Libby\, Moderator\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP and KMPG. \nIf you have questions about event details\, please contact Lori Wosmek. \nRegister Here
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-business-roundtable-capitalizing-on-the-inflation-reduction-act-green-energy-developments/
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SUMMARY:International Business Roundtable: Opportunities in Thailand and Southeast Asia
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and in-person and is open to everyone. \nMore and more U.S. manufacturers are diversifying their operations in Southeast Asia. What are the origins of this trend and how can Minnesota businesses and exporters take advantage of these emerging markets? \nJoin Global Minnesota and Corporate Member Dorsey & Whitney to learn reasons why investors\, boards of directors\, and the U.S. government are increasingly encouraging U.S. businesses to consider this change. The event will feature insights and resources on the general business climate and opportunities in Southeast Asia\, including specific opportunities in these industries: Automotive; Electronics; Medical Devices and Technology; Automated Manufacturing Systems; and Agribusiness. \nSpeakers include U.S. executives with experience living and running businesses in the Asia Pacific Region who will talk about the business case for diversification\, including labor costs\, labor availability\, U.S. tariff distinctions\, and investment incentives. Representatives of the Thailand Board of Investments will provide information about what Thailand has to offer U.S. businesses\, including corporate tax holidays and other incentives for businesses locating there. \nREGISTER \nINTRODUCTORY REMARKS \nPhil Hansen\nPresident\, Global Minnesota \nSteve Riedel\nCorporate Relations Officer\, Global Minnesota \nNate Long\nRegional Trade Specialist for Southeast Asia\, Minnesota Trade Office \n\nPROGRAM \nInvestment Incentives in Thailand \nNanthapol Sudbanthad\nDirector\, Thailand Board of Investment \n  \nOperational Considerations in Diversification \nChad Gauger\nVice President and General Manager\, Scoular \nMark Plum\nDirector\, East West Associates \nDave Townsend\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \n  \nPanel Discussion and Questions \nAlex Bryant\nModerator\, Founder and CEO\, East West Associates \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP\, East West Associates\, and the Minnesota Trade Office. \nIf you have questions about event details\, please contact Lori Wosmek.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-business-roundtable-opportunities-in-thailand-and-southeast-asia/
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SUMMARY:International Business Roundtable: AI in Legal\, Accounting\, & Health Services
DESCRIPTION:Registration now open! This event is being held virtually and in-person. \nRapid developments in artificial intelligence (AI) are creating opportunities and risks for businesses around the world\, including service providers. How can Minnesota businesses position themselves in the global marketplace and prepare for the wave of new possibilities that AI could bring? \nGlobal Minnesota is proud to partner with Corporate Members Dorsey & Whitney and KPMG in offering a panel discussion with leading practitioners in the international use of AI for providing legal\, accounting\, and health services. The program features representatives of Dorsey & Whitney\, KPMG\, the Mayo Clinic\, and the University of Minnesota. \nTopics will include:\n\nThe use of generative AI platforms in the practice of law and how Dorsey is using AI to provide legal services to clients.\nHow KPMG is using AI platforms to provide consulting services to its clients.\nAcademic research into how AI can assist lawyers around the world in creating work product\, such as drafting a memo\, a contract\, a complaint\, or employee policies.\nDevelopments in the use of AI in healthcare services\, and how Mayo Clinic is using AI to better service its patients as a global medical destination.\n\nREGISTER \nPANELISTS \nDr. Matthew Callstrom\,\nRadiologist\, Mayo Clinic \nJessica Libby\,\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \nDaniel Schwarcz\,\nProfessor\, University of Minnesota \nCaroline Sweeney\,\nDirector\, Knowledge Management and Innovation\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \nDave Townsend\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP\, KPMG LLP\,  the U.S. Commercial Service\, and the Minnesota Trade Office.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-business-roundtable-ai-in-legal-accounting-health-services/
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SUMMARY:International Business Roundtable: U.S.-China Relations\, De-Risking\, and its Impact on Corporate Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Registration now open! This event is being held virtually and in-person and is geared towards those with a business interest in China. \nJoin Global Minnesota for a discussion about U.S.-China relations and how they are impacting corporate strategy for U.S. and multinational companies. The program will feature a keynote from Amy Celico at Dentons Global Advisors-Albright Stonebridge Group followed by a panel of business and legal leaders discussing how recent developments in U.S.-China relations are driving corporate strategy decisions. The event is offered in partnership with Global Minnesota corporate members Dorsey & Whitney and KPMG. \nTopics will include:\n\nDevelopments in U.S.-China relations\, including recent actions taken by both governments that could impact business strategies.\nSteps companies are taking to diversify and/or localize China sourcing to stabilize operations\, ensure continuity\, and minimize the impact of U.S. actions against China.\nLegal considerations associated with due diligence limitations in China\, as well as restrictions associated with Chinese business activities.\n\nREGISTER \nSPEAKERS / PANELISTS \nKEYNOTE \nAmy Celico\,\nPartner\, Dentons Global Advisors-Albright Stonebridge Group\n \nPANEL DISCUSSION \nLori Riley\,\nSVP\, People\, Communication & Legal\, Northern Tool + Equipment \nValentin Povarchuk\nSr. Corporate Counsel\, Seagate Technology\n\nNelson Dong\,\nOf Counsel\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \nJessica Libby\, Moderator\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP\, KPMG LLP\,  the U.S. Commercial Service\, and the Minnesota Trade Office.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-business-roundtable-de-risking-u-s-china-relations/
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SUMMARY:International Business Roundtable: Trilateral Trade in North America
DESCRIPTION:Registration now open! This event is being held virtually and in-person and is open to everyone. \nJoin Global Minnesota for a discussion about trade and investment among the United States\, Canada\, and Mexico featuring senior diplomats from Canada and Mexico. The program will feature a fireside chat followed by a panel of business leaders discussing selected practical issues in business among the three countries. \nTopics will include:\n\nThe general business environment in North America\, including important developments from the perspectives of the Canadian and Mexican governments.\nGovernment policies towards trade and investment\, including implementation of the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement (“USMCA”) and national security reviews\nParticular sectors where recent trilateral developments impact North American business\, including agriculture\, climate change\, electric vehicles\, semiconductors\, and others.\n\nREGISTER \n\nSPEAKERS / PANELISTS \nFIRESIDE CHAT \nConsul General Ariel Delouya\,\nConsulate General of Canada  \nAmbassador Iván Roberto Sierra Medel\,\nHead Consul of Mexico\, Consulate of Mexico \nPhillip Hansen\, Host\nPresident\, Global Minnesota \n\nPANEL DISCUSSION \nConsul General Ariel Delouya\,\nConsulate General of Canada \nAmbassador Iván Roberto Sierra Medel\,\nHead Consul of Mexico in Saint Paul  \nJessica Libby\,\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \nDave Townsend\, Moderator\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP\, KPMG LLP\,  the U.S. Commercial Service\, and the Minnesota Trade Office.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-roundtable-trilateral-trade-in-north-america/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221107T100000
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SUMMARY:International Roundtable: Global Megatrends
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held virtually and is open to everyone. \nWith so much happening in today’s business environment\, how can one parse through the daily noise to discover the larger global trends? Join us for a discussion on global megatrends\, including what experts are seeing\, how data is playing a leading role in identifying such trends\, and what you should be doing to ensure your company is planning for these global megatrends. \nTopics will include:\n· How global megatrends are defined; \n· Use of data to support global megatrends identification; \n· Key global megatrends developing; \n· How businesses should prepare for global megatrends; and \n· Geopolitical trends\, including national security and other related restrictions on global supply chains and technology imports and exports \n  \nSPEAKERS / PANELISTS \nDr. John Pournoor\, Keynote\nChief Executive Officer\, Government Analytica \nLawrence Reszetar\, Panelist\nDirector\, International Business Strategy\, Minnesota Trade Office \nBrian Trauman\, Panelist\nChief Data Officer\, KPMG LLP \nNelson Dong\, Panelist\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \nJessica Libby\, Moderator\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \nSteve Riedel\, Host\nCorporate Relations Officer\, Global Minnesota \nRegister \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP\, KPMG LLP\,  the U.S. Commercial Service\, and the Minnesota Trade Office.
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/international-roundtable-global-megatrends/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220524T100000
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SUMMARY:International Roundtable: Responsible Supply Chain Sourcing and Human Rights
DESCRIPTION:Multiple factors have converged in recent years to cause significant disruptions to global supply chains. With so many difficulties\, how can we ensure that we maintain ethical standards in supply chain sourcing? Join us for a discussion of responsible sourcing and human rights issues impacting U.S. supply chains. \nTopics will include: \n\nU.S. federal government efforts to combat human trafficking and how the private sector can help in those efforts\nImport restrictions on goods made wholly or partly from forced labor and the Uyghur Forced Labor Protection Act (“UFLPA”)\nHow companies can implement best practices to avoid inadvertently supporting persons or companies involved in human rights violations\nPerspectives from past experiences dealing with forced labor and human rights issues in supply chains\, including a panelist that has long been involved in the cocoa industry.\n\nSPEAKERS / PANELISTS \nMaria Goodman\, Speaker \nCoordinator – President’s Interagency Task Force to Combat Human Trafficking\, U.S. Department of Commerce \nRobin Phillips\, Speaker\nExecutive Director\, The Advocates for Human Rights \nJames Gyenes\, Panelist\nSenior Policy Coordinator on Business and Human Rights\, U.S. Department of Labor  \nSteve Wallace\, Panelist\nFounder and President\, the Omanhene Cocoa Bean Company \nJessica Libby\, Panelist\nPrincipal\, KPMG LLP \nDave Townsend\, Moderator\nPartner\, Dorsey & Whitney LLP \nRegister \n\nPresented in partnership with Dorsey & Whitney LLP\, KPMG LLP\,  the U.S. Commercial Service\, and the Minnesota Trade Office.
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