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SUMMARY:2025 Gala: In the Clouds
DESCRIPTION:This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Registration is now closed! Please email aalbrecht@globalminnesota.org with any questions. \nClimb to new heights with Global Minnesota at the 2025 In the Clouds Gala! Join us at the top of the world as we celebrate iconic mountains and a range of cultures including the Alps in Germany\, Mt. Fuji in Japan\, Sierra Madre in Mexico\, Machu Picchu in Peru\, and Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. \nThis special evening offers a bird’s eye view of the world and includes fine international cuisine and entertainment\, as well as the Tour the World live and online auctions. The Gala is a one-of-a-kind global celebration raising critical funds to support programs that connect\, inform\, and engage Minnesotans with the world. \nBidding is now open in the Tour the World online auction! \nEvent Details \n\nTickets include dinner\, entertainment\, and complimentary beverages.\nBecome an individual sponsor\, which includes exclusive opportunities and benefits.\nInvite your friends and host a table for 10.\nEnhance your company’s global connections with a corporate sponsorship or table.\nFree onsite parking\nMobile bidding will be used for the silent auction and open prior to the event. The online silent auction is open to all.\nSemi-formal attire is suggested.\n\nUnable to attend? You can still make a contribution to power great international programming here: \nCONTRIBUTE NOW \nSpecial thanks to Silver Sponsors Fredrikson\, Jones Day\, KNOCK\, inc.\, and RBC Wealth Management and other corporate table hosts. We look forward to seeing you at the Gala!
URL:https://globalminnesota.org/event/2025-gala-in-the-clouds/
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SUMMARY:2024 Gala: Come Sail Away
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is now closed! This event is being held in-person and is open to everyone. Tour the World online auction now open! \nDiscover the charms of port cities around the world\, with stops in Cape Town\, Mumbai\, Rio de Janeiro\, Stockholm\, and Sydney! Navigate the globe with Global Minnesota over the course of an evening with fine international cuisine and entertainment\, as well as the Tour the World live and silent auctions. The Gala is a one-of-a-kind global celebration raising critical funds to support programs that connect\, inform\, and engage Minnesotans with the world. \nIndividual and corporate sponsorship packages are now available to customize your Gala experience. Individual tickets coming soon. \n  \nEvent Details\n\nTickets include dinner\, entertainment\, and complimentary beverages.\nBecome an individual sponsor\, which includes exclusive opportunities and benefits.\nInvite your friends and host a table for 10.\nEnhance your company’s global connections with a corporate sponsorship or table.\nThis year’s Gala will be held at the Metropolitan Ballroom\, conveniently located at the crossroads of Hwy 394 and Hwy 100 in Golden Valley.\nFree onsite parking\nMobile bidding will be used for the silent auction and open prior to the event. The online silent auction is open to all.\nSemi-formal attire is suggested.\n\nPlans change? To convert your ticket to a fully deductible gift or request a refund\, email Alex at aalbrecht@globalminnesota.org by May 3\, 2024. Sponsorships are non-refundable\, but benefits may be waived to receive full tax deductibility.  \nSpecial thanks to Gala sponsors Cozen O’Connor\, Fredrikson\, International School of Minnesota\, KNOCK\,Inc.\, Stephanie Dillon\, and other corporate table hosts. We look forward to seeing you at the Gala! \nPlease note: Event discount vouchers are not eligible to be used towards Gala registration.
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SUMMARY:A Global Celebration Gala 2023
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed. The Tour the World online auction is open to everyone! Click here to view items and start bidding.  \nTravel the world with Global Minnesota over the course of an evening as we celebrate the world’s countries and cultures with fine international cuisine and entertainment\, as well as the Tour the World live and silent auctions. The Gala is a one-of-a-kind global celebration raising critical funds to support Global Minnesota programs that connect\, inform\, and engage Minnesotans with the world. \nJoin us for A Global Celebration\, bringing together more than 350 Global Minnesota friends and supporters to raise funds for ongoing educational and cultural programs designed to help Minnesotans live\, work\, and lead globally. Individual\, table\, and corporate ticket packages are all available to customize your Gala experience. \n  \nEvent Details\n\nIndividual tickets include dinner\, entertainment\, and complimentary beverages.\nBecome a Patron or Underwriter sponsor\, which includes exclusive opportunities and benefits.\nInvite your friends and host a table for 10.\nEnhance your company’s global connections with a corporate sponsorship or table.\nNew location! We are excited to hold this year’s Gala at the indoor\, newly renovated Metropolitan Ballroom\, conveniently located at the crossroads of Hwy 394 and Hwy 100 in Golden Valley.\nFree onsite parking\nMobile bidding will be used for the silent auction and open prior to the event. Staff will be available on-site to help.\nSemi-formal attire is suggested.\n\n\nSpecial thanks to Gala corporate sponsors\, KNOCK\, Inc.\, Fredrikson\, Cozen O’Connor\, MN Best\, Inc.\, and UnitedHealth Group. We look forward to seeing you at the Gala! \nPlans change? To convert your ticket to a fully deductible gift\, email Alex at aalbrecht@globalminnesota.org.
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SUMMARY:Trade Insights and Networking: Vietnam's Market Opportunities and Challenges for Minnesota Companies
DESCRIPTION:The year 2020 marks the 25th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic ties between the United States and Vietnam. What started as zero bilateral trade has ballooned to a nearly $60 billion trade relationship. The United States is now Vietnam’s largest export market; and\, in turn\, Vietnam represents one of the fastest-growing export markets for U.S. firms. With GDP growth expected to reach 6.8% in 2020 and an increasing focus by the government of Vietnam to upgrade its infrastructure in the areas of healthcare\, energy\, aviation\, and smart cities\, commercial opportunities abound for Minnesota firms; however\, not without challenges. \nJoin a conversation with Doug Jacobson\, Commercial Officer from the U.S. Commercial Service office in Minneapolis\, as he provides a brief update on opportunities and challenges in doing business in Vietnam and leads a discussion on how Minnesota firms can position themselves for success in this fast-growing market. \nRegistration includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and one drink ticket. \nAbout the Speaker\nDoug Jacobson recently completed his assignment as Principal Commercial Officer at the U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City where he and his staff\, part of the U.S. Commercial Service’s global network\, were responsible for promoting and protecting U.S. commercial interests. During his 19-year career at the U.S. Department of Commerce\, Doug also served in Seoul\, South Korea\, and Toronto\, Canada as a Commercial Officer and in Tokyo\, Japan as a detailee to The Mike and Maureen Mansfield Foundation. Prior to his overseas service\, he worked as a Senior International Trade Specialist at the U.S. Commercial Service office in Minneapolis. Doug is originally from Bloomington\, Minnesota. He holds a Master of International Management degree from the University of St. Thomas and a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from the University of Iowa. Doug speaks Japanese and Korean. \nPresented in partnership with the Minnesota District Export Council\, the Minnesota Trade Office\, and U.S. Commercial Service.
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