Zambia-U.S. Agri-Business Forum
2024-04-30 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | McNamara Alumni Center – University of Minnesota, 200 Oak St. SE, Minneapolis, MN, 55455
This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone.
Discover new insights into U.S. agricultural connections with Zambia at the The Zambia-U.S. Minnesota Agri-Business Forum, organized by BMMSwift in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA).
This forum aims to spotlight abundant investment opportunities in the agriculture sector in Zambia and Minnesota to foster collaborations with Minnesota’s esteemed farmers and investors. Confirmed speakers include the Ambassador of Zambia, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture in Zambia, private sector farmers, the Commissioner of Agriculture in Minnesota, Global Minnesota President Phil Hansen, and other distinguished speakers from the private sector.
This visit will layout a foundation for an upcoming Trade Mission to Zambia in June 2024.
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2019 WorldQuest International Trivia Competition
2019-11-22 19:00 - 22:00
This event is SOLD OUT.
It’s that time of year! Pull together a team (up to 8 people) for our popular annual battle of international wits, WorldQuest. Join the fun and enjoy a lively evening of international trivia covering flags, capitals, geography, people in the news, current events, and Global Minnesota’s focus country – Italy.
Don’t have a team? Don’t worry. Register as an individual and we’ll pair you up with stellar teammates.
We’re excited to welcome back Tom Crann, host of All Things Considered for MPR News, as emcee and Tom Hanson, former Foreign Service Officer and Diplomat in Residence at the University of Minnesota-Duluth Alworth Institute, as “Arbitrator in Residence.”
Event Details

New! Purchase raffle tickets ($10 each) for a chance to win great prizes including a Delta Air Lines voucher good for one domestic flight, a South African wine basket, and more!
Prizes for the winning teams, Best Team Costume, and Best Team Spirit will be awarded.
Light dinner provided. Cash bar available, beginning at 6:30 pm.
College and university students can play for a discounted price. See below and bring your ID.

Thanks to Premier Sponsor

Presented in partnership with the University of Minnesota Global Programs and Strategy Alliance.

2019 CHINA Town Hall
2019-11-18 16:00 - 19:00
Join us at the 2019 CHINA Town Hall: Local Connections, National Reflections, organized by the National Committee on United States-China Relations and locally hosted in partnership with the University of Minnesota China Center.
This national day of programming provides Americans across the U.S. and beyond the opportunity to discuss Sino-U.S. issues in the relationship with leading experts. This year’s program will feature a local presentation by Chang Wang, Senior Partner for Immigration and Art Law, Kingsfield Law Office, and a live webcast moderated by George Stephanopoulos, Chief Anchor of ABC News, and with:

Stephen Orlins, President of the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations
Dr. Melanie Hart, Senior Fellow and Director for China policy at the Center for American Progress
Dr. Yasheng Huang, Epoch Foundation Professor of international management and Faculty Director of action learning at Sloan School of Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Dr. Ely Ratner, Executive Vice President and Director of studies at the Center for a New American Security

The evening includes complimentary hors d’oeurves.
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Presented in partnership with the University of Minnesota China Center.

2018 WorldQuest International Trivia Competition
2018-11-30 19:00 - 22:00
This event is SOLD OUT. To join the waiting list, please call 612.625.1662.
Pull together a team (up to 8 people) for our popular battle of international wits, WorldQuest! Join the fun and enjoy a lively evening of international trivia covering flags, capitals, geography, people in the news, current events, 2018 Great Decisions topics, and Global Minnesota’s focus country – South Africa.
Don’t have a team? Don’t worry. Register as an individual and we’ll pair you up with stellar teammates.
This year, we’re excited to welcome Tane Danger, co-creator of The Theater for Public Policy, as the evening’s host! We’ll also welcome back Tom Hanson, former Foreign Service Officer and Diplomat in Residence at the University of Minnesota-Duluth Alworth Institute, as “Arbitrator in Residence.”
Details

Door prizes, member specials, and honors for Best Team Costume and Best Team Spirit will be awarded!
Light dinner provided. Cash bar available, beginning at 6:30 pm.
College and university students can play for a discounted price. See below and bring your ID.

Thanks to Premier Sponsor

Presented in partnership with the University of Minnesota Global Programs and Strategy Alliance.

Opportunities and Challenges for the United States in the Western Pacific
2018-04-19 17:30 - 20:30
Join the United States Naval Academy Alumni Association Upper Midwest Chapter and Global Minnesota for a special presentation by the Honorable Richard Armitage, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, as he discusses opportunities and challenges for the United States in the Western Pacific. Secretary Armitage’s presentation is part of the Donald W. McCarthy Heartland Leadership Forum.
About the Speaker
Richard Armitage, is a distinguished Naval Academy graduate from the class of 1967 and served three combat tours with the riverine forces in Vietnam. He was the 13th Deputy Secretary of State from 2001 to 2005. An acknowledged expert in international affairs, he was recently awarded the U.S. Department of State Distinguished Service Award and has been personally recognized by the governments of Thailand, Republic of Korea, Bahrain, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, and Pakistan. He is active in the global marketplace assisting multinational companies in the areas of international business development, strategic planning, and problem-solving.
The evening includes a cocktail hour with a cash bar, hors d’oeuvres, and a three-course dinner. There will be a Q&A session after Secretary Armitage’s address followed by a photo opportunity with Secretary Armitage.
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This event is produced by the United States Naval Academy Alumni Association Upper Midwest Chapter.

WorldQuest International Trivia Competition
2017-12-01 19:00 - 22:00
Registration for this event is closed.
Be part of our annual battle of international wits, WorldQuest international trivia competition. One of the most anticipated events of the year, WorldQuest challenges teams of eight to correctly answer multiple-choice questions on a variety of international topics including flags, capitals, geography, people in the news, current events, 2017 Great Decisions topics, and Global Minnesota’s focus country – China.
Don’t have a team? Don’t worry. Register as an individual and we’ll pair you up with stellar teammates.
We’re pleased to welcome back Tom Crann, of All Things Considered for MPR News, as host and Tom Hanson, former Foreign Service Officer and Diplomat in Residence, Alworth Institute, University of Minnesota-Duluth as “Arbitrator in Residence.”
Details

Door prizes will be awarded throughout the evening, as well as a special prize for most team spirit!
Light dinner provided. Cash bar available, beginning at 6:30 pm.
College and university students can play for a discounted price. See below and bring your ID.
Nonprofit Global Minnesota Organizational Members are eligible for a special rate by contacting Kristi !

Sponsors welcome: Consider sponsoring a team of a local or international college students at $150 per team. Contact Kristi or fill in the registration form below.
Presented in partnership with the University of Minnesota Global Programs & Strategy Alliance.
Sponsored in part by Horton Holding, Inc.
If a refund is necessary, you must cancel your registration by November 13, 2017. Refunds will be issued in the form of a check or credit card account credit. To cancel your registration and request a refund, please call us at 612.625.1662.

2017 CHINA Town Hall
2017-10-24 17:00 - 20:00
Local Connections, National Reflections
RSVP for this free event now!
Don’t miss the 11th annual CHINA Town Hall, “Local Connections, National Reflections,” organized by the National Committee on United States-China Relations and locally hosted by Global Minnesota and the University of Minnesota China Center.

This national day of programming provides Americans across the United States and beyond the opportunity to discuss Sino-U.S. issues with leading experts. This year’s program will feature an interactive webcast with former National Security Advisor and U.S. Ambassador to the UN, the Honorable Susan E. Rice, who served in the Obama Administration.
Erin Ennis, senior vice president at the U.S.-China Business Council, will offer local perspective. She directs USCBC’s government affairs and advocacy work and oversees USCBC’s Business Advisory Services. Ennis has served in her current role since 2015 after serving as the organization’s vice president since 2005.
Please register here

WorldQuest International Trivia Competition
2016-12-09 19:00 - 22:00
Registration is now closed.
Be part of our annual battle of international wits, WorldQuest international trivia competition. Pull together a team of eight and brush up on your knowledge of flags, capitals, geography, people in the news, current events, 2016 Great Decisions topics, and Global Minnesota’s focus country – Colombia.
Paying attention? What is the only South American country to have coastlines on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea?
Join us in December to find out the answer to this question and put your team one point ahead of the competition.
Featuring
Tom Crann, of All Things Considered for MPR News, will return as host.
Details

College and university students can play for a discounted price
Don’t have a team? Register as an individual and we’ll pair you up with stellar teammates.
Door prizes will be awarded throughout the evening, as well as a special prize for best team spirit!
Light dinner provided. Cash bar available, which opens at 6:30 pm.

Presented in partnership with the University of Minnesota Global Programs & Strategy Alliance.
If a refund is necessary, you must cancel your registration by November 18, 2016. Refunds will be issued in the form of a check or credit card account credit. To cancel your registration and request a refund, please call us at 612.625.1662.
