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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T193000
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SUMMARY:Finnish Business Angels Network (FIBAN) in Austin
DESCRIPTION:Join the visiting Finnish Business Angel Network (“FIBAN”) delegation who are visiting Texas for an evening of vibrant networking\, alongside opening remarks provided by a seasoned Austin-based investment professional. Success stories from founders / trends / key thematic considerations will be discussed in this forum. \nThis event has been sponsored by Tech Ranch. \n\nDate: 16 September\, Wednesday\nTime: 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm\nLocation: Austin Chamber of Commerce (updated location!) – Board Room (3rd Floor) \, 535 East 5th Street\, Austin\, TX 78701\nParking suggestions: Hilton (same block)\, parking lot across the street\, and surrounding street parking\nFree for EACC Members and Non Members\nLight canapes\, soft drinks and wine will be served\n\nREGISTER HERE \n\nInvestment / Matchmaking Angle \nThis visiting Finnish delegation comprises experienced\, capital-ready investors who co-invest actively and build long-term relationships with their portfolio companies- bringing not just funding but also highly relevant hands-on expertise and deep networks to the table. \nIn Austin\, they are looking to meet a range of ecosystem players: including early-stage entities who are still discovering their footing\, along with more mature scaleups and companies with proven growth trajectories. Specific industries include: B2B SaaS\, deep tech\, healthcare and cleantech. They are actively looking for introductions and would possibly be wiling to consider syndication. Any warm introductions would be welcomed. \nDiscovery Interests \n– The US market and what it takes to build and scale a company here (broad)\n– Current trends in the local ecosystem\n– Sectors that local investors are most excited about\n– Where the early-stage deal flow is strongest\n– What makes Austin such a compelling place to build\n\n\n\nFiBAN – Finnish Business Angels Network\nOne of Europe’s Largest and Most Active Angel Investor Networks\nFiBAN is a non-profit network of over 600 approved angel investors and one of the largest and most active business angel networks in the world. Over the past 15 years\, FiBAN members have invested over half a billion euros in Finnish startups. In 2025 alone\, the network deployed €57 million into Finnish growth companies\, including 11 million investments into VC funds. \nFiBAN’s community is highly active and engaged: over 100 events organised annually\, 4\,200 event registrations\, 1\,500 startup applications reviewed\, and 65 partners including companies\, VCs\, and ecosystem organisations. 40% of new members are women\, and the number of angel syndicates is growing rapidly. At the 2026 EBAN Congress\, FiBAN was recognised as the Best Performing Business Angels Network in Europe. \nAngel-funded companies in Finland account for one third of all Finnish startup jobs — 14\,000 jobs created and €4 billion in annual revenue generated by FiBAN members’ portfolio companies. \nThe delegation of 10-15 active angel investors and key Finnish ecosystem builders has a clear interest in the US market and early-stage deal flow. FiBAN members are experienced\, capital-ready investors who co-invest actively and build long-term relationships with their portfolio companies. \n\n\n\nAbout Tech Ranch\nTech Ranch is a venture accelerator comprised of a global ecosystem of entrepreneurs\, businesses\, investors and community leaders. It provides the social capital\, personal development\, professional knowledge and communal support necessary for entrepreneurs around the world to create companies that positively impact their local communities and solve pervasive global social challenges.
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/finnish-business-angel-network-fiban-in-austin/
LOCATION:Austin Chamber of Commerce\, 535 E 5th street\, suite 369\, Austin\, Texas\, 78701
CATEGORIES:Past Event
ORGANIZER;CN="EACC Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260925T050616Z
CREATED:20260804T211536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T050616Z
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SUMMARY:North Texas Finance Leaders Connect | AI in Finance: From Insight to Autonomous Action
DESCRIPTION:  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/finance-leaders-connect-ai-in-finance-from-insight-to-autonomous-action/
LOCATION:Loews Arlington Hotel & Convention Center\, 888 Nolan Ryan Pkwy\, Arlington\, 76011\, United States
CATEGORIES:events,Past Event
ORGANIZER;CN="European American Chamber of Commerce Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260929T215804Z
CREATED:20260916T174542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T215804Z
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SUMMARY:Founders & Builders Forum | Responsible AI Growth & Innovation (Member Event)
DESCRIPTION:​EACC Texas warmly invites you to join our Member’s event: Stonehaas Advisors / the AI Space Podcast present their ​Founders & Builders Forum which explores how organizations can grow ethically and responsibly without sacrificing speed\, innovation\, or business results. \n  \nTOPIC: Responsible AI Growth & Innovation\nThe companies pulling ahead aren’t just using AI. They’re building with it. If your people and operations aren’t designed and architected for success\, you’re already behind. \nThe question is how you can grow ethically & responsibly without sacrificing speed and innovation. \n​Join an exclusive AI panel featuring founders\, technologists\, and innovators building with AI. We’ll explore what it takes to streamline operations and processes across development\, security\, and go-to-market execution\, from finding product-market fit with AI-native tools to deploying automations and agents that drive real efficiency and scale. We’ll unpack real journeys\, emerging tools \, and an actionable playbooks you can put to work immediately. \nDate/ Time: Thursday 24 September\, 5 pm- 8 pm \nLocation: Register to view location: https://luma.com/3rc2zf1f \n  \nSpecial Bonus\nDr. Viv Babber will be providing copies of her new book The Rhythm Behind the Algorithm to all attendees and signed copies to VIP ticket holders in the VIP Master Mind Session. \n​New Location! + Refreshments\nAppetizers\, Drinks\, Beer & Wine will be available. \n​VIP Access:\n• Engage with the Speaker and other VIP attendees in the Master Mind Session in the Executive Boardroom\n• Get a signed copy of Dr. Viv Babber’s new book\, The Rhythm Behind the Algorithm. \n  \n \n\nAGENDA \n​5:00 PM –5:40 PM | Check-In and General Networking\nConnect with leading founders\, investors\, and innovators. Enjoy drinks\, appetizers\, and curated introductions designed to spark valuable connections. \n​5:40 PM – 6:00 PM | Sponsor Lightning Intros\n– Sponsors provide 2-3 minute overview of their company and offerings \n​6:00 PM – 6:45 PM | Panel or Presentation \n​Host /Moderator: Sanjay Kalluvilayil \n​Guest MC: Conrad Alagaban Jr | Founder & Principal Consultant | VEC Consulting \n​Panelists: \n\n​Dr. Harvey Castro | Chief AI Officer | Phantom Space AI\n​Dr. Viv Babber | Founder & CEO | LeanSix AI\n​Girish Kotte | Founder & CEO | Wysera\n​EACC Texas Member\, Eric Sambaluk | Founder & Principal | Sambaluk Consulting\n\nKEY TOPICS / THEMES\n– AI Trends & Insights\n– Unique AI Journey & Diverse Perspectives\n– AI Tech Stack x Product-Market Fit (PMF)\n– Streamlining Operations and Scaling\n– Building Real Traction & ROI\n– AI Democratization\n– Ethical & Responsible AI\n– 2026 AI Playbook \n​6:45 PM – 7:00 PM | Audience Q&A\n– An interactive session capturing real-time perspectives from the audience.\n——————————————————–\n7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Open Networking \n\nGeneral Networking in Open Area\nDr. Viv Babber to provide book copies\n\n​7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | VIP Master Mind Session \n\nVIP Master Mind Session in Executive for VIP Ticket Holders and Speakers\nDr. Viv Babber to provide signed book copies\n\n\nThe AI Space Podcast Overview \n​Launched in December 2024\, the show empowers founders\, innovators\, and technologists with game-changing insights to grow and scale their businesses with AI. Visionary founders and trailblazing leaders\, those in the trenches pioneering innovative strategies and technology solutions in The AI Space\, share their amazing journeys and hard-fought\, battle tested\, real-world insights. The show is the Winner of Two Telly Awards 2026! \n\nHost & Sponsor Opportunity \n​A unique opportunity at the intersection of Business x AI to broaden opportunities for women\, attendees\, partners\, and sponsors.  This event will showcase the unique value that can be created when communities come together. \n​Want to Feature your company?\ne-mail: sanjay@stonehaasadvisors.com \n​Hosts & Partners \n​The AI Space Podcast \n​Sponsors\n– Stonehaas Advisors\n– BravoTECH\n– Sambaluk Consulting\n– Get Your Prompt On\n– Wysera \n\nFormat: \n​- Immersive Networking\n– Presentation + Q/A\n– Recorded to upload to YouTube & other platforms. \n  \n​Audience:  AI Founders\, Builders\, & Investors\n– Founding Team – CEO\, CTO\, CPO\, CMO\, etc.\n– Corporate Marketing Executives and Team\n– City Economic Development and Innovation Officers\n– Executive – Product and Data leaders\, Operators\n– Entrepreneurs and Fractional Executives\n– Legal – Corporate & IP experts\n– Investors\, VCs and Angels\n– PE and Family Offices\n– Banking and Financial Institutions\n– Community Leaders & Associations\n– Ecosystem Partners & Academia \n\n​ORGANIZERS\nStonehaas Advisors –  an advisory/ consulting firm partnering with AI Founders and Businesses struggling with cash flows to drive customer loyalty\, revenue growth\, operational excellence\, and profitability to maximize valuations – enabling growth\, successful capital raises\, and strategic exits. \nMarket validation\, not vanity metrics. Subscribe if you want the founders actually building\, not the ones posting about it. \n​Sanjay Kalluvilayil\nCreator & Host | The AI Space Podcast\nFounder & CEO | Stonehaas Advisors\nWinner of Two Telly Awards 2026!
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/founders-builders-forum-responsible-ai-growth-innovation-member-event/
CATEGORIES:events,Partner Events,Past Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260929T215825Z
CREATED:20260907T144749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T215825Z
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SUMMARY:Dutch MedTech & Digital Health Happy Hour | Dallas
DESCRIPTION:EACC Texas’ partner\, the Netherlands Business Support Office (“NBSO“) in Texas\,  cordially invites EACC Texas members to join them on Monday September 28th\, at an informal networking happy hour connecting an innovative Dutch MedTech & Digital Health delegation with the North Texas life sciences and healthcare community. \n \nSynopsis\nThe afternoon would be all about making new connections\, exchanging ideas and exploring opportunities for clinical collaboration\, pilots\, investment\, market entry and transatlantic partnerships\, in a relaxed setting over drinks. \n​Whether attendees are looking for new technologies\, potential partners\, investment opportunities or simply wanting to expand their network across the Dutch and North Texas healthcare ecosystems\, the organizers would love for attendees to join them. \n​Upon registration\, attendees will receive the mission booklet with an overview of the participating Dutch companies\, their technologies\, and the types of partners and opportunities they are looking for in Texas. \nThe event is hosted in collaboration between NBSO Texas\, Task Force Health Care\, BioNTX\, Pegasus Park and Dallas EDC. The evening brings together Dutch healthcare innovators with local hospital and innovation leaders\, clinicians\, investors\, entrepreneurs and ecosystem partners. \n\nDate: 28 September\, Monday\nTime: 4.30 pm – 6 pm\nLocation: Biolabs Pegasus Park\, 3060 Pegasus Park Drive\, Building 6\, Dallas\, TX 75247\nRegistration : via Luma here\n\n​\nWho should attend\n​Hospital and healthcare innovation leaders\, clinicians\, MedTech and Digital Health investors\, entrepreneurs\, corporate partners and other members of the North Texas life sciences & health community. \n\n​Meet the delegation\n​The visiting delegation consists of innovative Dutch MedTech and Digital Health companies exploring opportunities to collaborate\, validate and grow in the U.S. market. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/dutch-medtech-digital-health-happy-hour-dallas/
LOCATION:BioLabs Pegasus Park\, 3060 Pegasus Park Drive\, Building 6\, Dallas\, TX\, 75247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Past Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Stef van de Vijver":MAILTO:stef.vandevijver@nbso-texas.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T180000
DTSTAMP:20261002T143056Z
CREATED:20260927T234529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T143056Z
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SUMMARY:Nordic Golf Tournament 2026 | Houston
DESCRIPTION:SACC Texas (Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce Texas) would like to invite EACC Texas members in Houston to join them in the upcoming 2026 Nordic Golf Tournament. The tournament will bring together members of the Nordic-American business community for a memorable day of golf\, friendly competition\, networking\, and great company at the Golf Club of Houston. \nThey are also are excited to announce Champion Fiberglass as the title sponsor of the 2026 Nordic Golf Tournament! ⛳️ \nThanks to the Sponsor’s generous support\, this year’s tournament will feature an extraordinary hole-in-one challenge. Players will have the chance to win a brand-new Tesla Cybertruck! ⚡️ \nThe event is hosted in partnership with the Danish American Chamber of Commerce\, the Finnish American Chamber of Commerce Greater Houston\, and the Norwegian American Chamber of Commerce. \n📅 Thursday\, October 1\, 2026\n📍 Golf Club of Houston\n🏌️ Texas Scramble\n🚘 Hole-in-one prize: Tesla Cybertruck \nReady to tee it up and take your shot? \nRegister here: https://sacctx.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/5007 \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/nordic-golf-tournament-2026-houston/
LOCATION:Golf Club of Houston\, 5860 Wilson Rd\, Humble\, TX\, 77396\, United States
CATEGORIES:events,Partner Events,Past Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261005T180000
DTSTAMP:20261007T040056Z
CREATED:20260927T235111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T040056Z
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SUMMARY:FACC North Texas (Finnish) - Evening Conversation about AI plus Networking | DFW
DESCRIPTION:AI is changing business. Are you ready?\nAI is changing the way we work\, but the real opportunity isn’t just about using the technology. It’s about knowing what is actually worth building. \nJoin Finnish American Chamber of Commerce North Texas and Mikko Peltola\, Co-Founder & COO of A-CX\, for an evening conversation about AI\, business and what this shift could mean for companies today. \nCome for the conversation\, stay for a drink and a chance to connect with FACC North Texas board and members! \n🕰️ Monday\, October 5\, 2026 · 6:00 PM\n📌 Rock & Brews · Grapevine\, TX \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/sacc-texas-late-summer-crayfish-party-dallas/
LOCATION:Rock and Brews (Grapevine)\, 520 W State Hwy 114\, Grapevine\, TX\, 76051\, United States
CATEGORIES:events,Partner Events,Past Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T193000
DTSTAMP:20261007T040132Z
CREATED:20260615T201212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T040132Z
UID:54231-1791307800-1791315000@www.eacctx.com
SUMMARY:Autobahn Fort Worth hosts... Beyond the Finish Line: Lessons in Leadership from Music\, Motorsports & Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Finish Line: Lessons in Leadership from Music\, Motorsports & Entrepreneurship\n\nJoin us for a lively evening with guest speaker Nancy Matter. Nancy Matter is a professional NHRA Funny Car driver\, entrepreneur\, and award-winning mastering engineer whose work has contributed to more than 70 gold and platinum records\, as well as acclaimed film soundtracks.\n\nSpeaker: Nancy Matter of Nancy Matter Racing\nDate:  October 6th\, 2026\nLocation:  Autobahn Fort Worth\, 2828 Westside Drive\, Fort Worth\, TX 76107\nTime:  5:30pm – 7:30pm\nEACC Members & their guests:  No charge\nNon-Members:  $25\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE! \n  \n\nHost: Autobahn Fort Worth \n \nLocated in the heart of Fort Worth\, Autobahn Fort Worth embodies German engineering\, European luxury\, and exceptional customer experiences. As one of the largest luxury automotive groups in Texas\, it provides an ideal setting for executive networking\, thought leadership\, and celebrating innovation\, performance\, and transatlantic business relationships.
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/autobahn-fort-worth-welcomes-eacc-texas/
LOCATION:Autobahn Fort Worth\, 3000 Westside Drive\, Fort Worth\, 76107\, United States
CATEGORIES:events,Past Event
ORGANIZER;CN="EACC Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T180000
DTSTAMP:20260927T235333Z
CREATED:20260927T233749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T235333Z
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SUMMARY:SACC Texas' Late Summer Crayfish Party | Dallas
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for kräftskiva\, Dallas! 🦞 \nOur partner organization\, the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce Texas is hosting its second crayfish party of the year\, and this time they are heading to Dallas. They cordially invite EACC Texas members to join them on Saturday\, October 10 for an evening of home-cooked crayfish prepared the traditional Swedish way\, seasonal sides\, drinks\, snapsvisor\, and great company. \nThe kräftskiva is one of Sweden’s most beloved late-summer traditions\, and a fantastic opportunity to connect with the Swedish-American business community in North Texas. Whether you’re a Swede living in DFW\, part of a company with Nordic ties\, or simply curious about Swedish culture\, SACC Texas would love to celebrate with you. \n📅 Saturday\, October 10\n🕕 6:00 PM\n📍 Dallas (venue to be announced)\n🎟️ $50 for SACC members | $65 for non-members\n🍽️ Food and drinks included \nSpace is limited\, so bring your colleagues and friends and reserve your spots today. Skål! \nRegister here: https://sacctx.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/5029 \n  \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/founders-builders-forum-responsible-ai-growth-innovation-member-event-2/
LOCATION:Central Dallas venue (to be announced)
CATEGORIES:events,Partner Events,upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T200000
DTSTAMP:20261004T160210Z
CREATED:20260805T001223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261004T160210Z
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SUMMARY:Houston Finance Leaders Connect | AI in Finance: From Insight to Autonomous Action
DESCRIPTION:  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/north-texas-finance-leaders-connect-ai-in-finance-from-insight-to-autonomous-action/
LOCATION:Westin Galleria Houston\, 5060 West Alabama Street\, Houston\, TX 77056\, Houston\, Texas\, 77056
CATEGORIES:events,upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T200000
DTSTAMP:20261013T164824Z
CREATED:20260810T042535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T164824Z
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SUMMARY:EACC Texas 5th Anniversary AGM & Europeans in Texas Leadership Series featuring Fabrice Payot of Virbac NA
DESCRIPTION:As the EACC Texas celebrates its 5th Anniversary year\, we look forward to thanking our members and those who have been instrumental in growing our organization with the launch of a new series celebrating the accomplishments of European Leaders in Texas. Their stories and accomplishments have led the way as Europe remains Texas’ most important partner in trade. \nThis meeting will also serve as the Annual General Meeting of the EACC Texas and the launch of our “Europeans in Texas Leadership” series. Our opening speaker is fantastic! Fabrice Payot\, Vice President of New Business\, Virbac USA will share his insights and anecdotes on leading US teams in a multinational corporation in a time of global uncertainty. \n\nLocation: 8343 Douglas Avenue\, Conference Center\, Dallas\, TX 75225\nDate / Time: Wednesday\, 14 October 2026\, 5.30 pm to 8 pm\nCost: Free for EACC Texas Members + 1 Guest each // Non-Members: $30\n\nSchulz Trade Law Parking Validations\nREGISTER HERE\n\nFabrice Payot – Vice President of New Business\, North America Region  \n  \nFabrice Payot is focused on shaping Virbac US’s ventures into new areas including Pet Food and Livestock Health. Working closely with our commercial leaders\, he develops business models for new products that maximize their market position. \nFabrice previously served as the Vice President for Livestock Health at Virbac US and Canada starting in 2021. Fabrice has more than 15 years of experience in the animal health industry. He began his career as a Veterinarian (DVM) in the Brittany Region of France and specialized in cattle. He was interested in going deeper into the medicines and vaccines\, and completed a master’s of science in immunology\, and then joined Intervet (now Merck). He worked in R&D and then moved to the business side and occupied field technical positions while at that company. \nHe joined Virbac in 2009 to transition from a technical position to marketing and thrived. He was a Livestock Marketing Manager at the French affiliate. \nIn 2013\, Fabrice joined Virbac’s global team to manage and oversee the dairy segment. In 2018 he was promoted to the Global Marketing Director of Ruminants\, in charge of marketing strategy and portfolio development for the global organization\, which included 29 affiliated countries. \nAbout Virbac US \nVirbac is an animal health pharmaceutical company that specializes in dental\, medicine\, and supplements for dogs\, cats\, and ferrets in the United States. \n  \nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/eacc-texas-5th-anniversary-agm-european-ceo-leadership-series-launch-coming-in-sept/
LOCATION:8343 Douglas Ave\, 8343 Douglas Ave\, Dallas\, TX\, 75225
CATEGORIES:events,upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="European American Chamber of Commerce Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T193000
DTSTAMP:20261008T162135Z
CREATED:20261008T161957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T162135Z
UID:54805-1792085400-1792092600@www.eacctx.com
SUMMARY:Multinational Connector Evening: Combined Event with World Affairs Council Austin\, Austin Sister Cities International\, Opportunity Austin and the Austin Technology Council
DESCRIPTION:Join the EACC Texas\, the World Affairs Council of Austin\, Austin Sister Cities International – for an evening of vibrant networking and ideas exchange for the international business community.  \n\nDate: Thursday\, October 15 // Time: 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm\nLocation: Opportunity Austin (200 W 6th Street\, Austin\, TX 78701)\n\n\n\nParticipants requested to make your way to lobby and take elevators to Floor C\nParking: Suggested Paid Parking at Indeed Tower Garage (off Colorado Street between 6th Street and 7th Street)\n\n\n\n\nCost: Free for members of participating organizations (below); $25 for non-members\nWine\, soft drinks and light bites will be provided.\n\nREGISTER HERE\n  \n\nParticipating Organizations: \nThis program is put together in conjunction with Opportunity Austin and the Austin Technology Council (ATC) as sponsoring organizations. Together with EACC Texas\, the World Affairs Council of Austin and Austin Sister Cities International\, these 5x entities form the participating organizations. \nWhen registering\, use the drop down to find the organization you are a member of.  If you are not a member of a participating organization\, we are happy to meet you.  Please pay the $25 for non-members. \nAll international chambers and business organizations with an international focus are welcome to join as Partner Organizations.  Please reach out to Polina Anastassieva to sign up. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to spending an Fall networking evening with yourselves! \n \n  \nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/multinational-connector-evening-austin/
LOCATION:Opportunity Austin\, 200 W 6th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
CATEGORIES:events,upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="European American Chamber of Commerce Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261029
DTSTAMP:20260911T121140Z
CREATED:20260911T121042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T121140Z
UID:54507-1793145600-1793231999@www.eacctx.com
SUMMARY:DRON8 Summit | UT Austin
DESCRIPTION:The summit (to be held on week of 28 Oct) will convene leaders from government\, defense\, academia\, investment\, and the dual-use technology ecosystem. \nDRON8 is hosted in partnership with UT Austin\, a world leader in robotics\, autonomous systems\, GPS navigation\, and aerospace engineering. Held at the Etter-Harbin Alumni Center\, the summit brings academia directly into deal-making conversations. \nhttps://www.dron8.us/ \n 
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/dron8-summit-ut-austin/
LOCATION:Etter-Harbin Alumni Center\, UT Austin
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T200000
DTSTAMP:20261013T015534Z
CREATED:20260808T015602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T015534Z
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SUMMARY:Transatlantic Bridges 2026: Reveal of Transatlantic Expansion Barometer Survey - Discussion and Networking
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday 29 October\, EACC Texas\, in the presence of and in partnership with EACC Paris\, EACC New York\, EACC Cincinnati\, EACC Carolinas\, EACC Netherlands\, EACC Rhone Alpes\, and EACC Florida\, will officially unveil the findings of the latest 2026 Transatlantic Expansion Barometer\, produced in partnership with RSM and OCO Global. \nBased on executive insights\, foreign direct investment (FDI) trends\, and the evolving economic landscape\, this report examines how European and U.S. mid-market companies and SMEs are navigating their cross-border growth. \nEvent Highlights \n\nKey Findings & Trends: Fresh 2026 data and year-on-year analysis on how businesses adapt to changing tariff\, regulatory\, tax\, and investment environments.\nExpert Panel Discussion: Insights from leading transatlantic business and investment specialists.\nCocktail: The evening will conclude with a networking reception\, and connect with the EACC transatlantic business community.\nAudience: EACC Members and their guests (Consular Corps also invited as honorable guests)\nDate: Thursday\, October 29 // Timing: 5.30 pm – 8 pm\nVenue: Dallas- Dykema\, 1717 Main Street\, 34th Floor\, Dallas\, TX 75201\n\n  \nSpeakers \n \nFabrice Marmousez has 31 years of professional experience\, including 27 in public accounting. He is a French and U.S. CPA\, has a diverse background and specializes in providing U.S. tax services to a wide variety of multinational clients. \nAs a former PwC France Partner\, Fabrice has gained a solid background working on transatlantic matters with professional service organizations in domestic\, multi-state and international structures. \nAs RSM’s national tax leader for the France country practice\, Fabrice is focusing on cross-border U.S. tax compliance or advisory engagements. As part of RSM U.S. Foreign Direct Investors Center of Excellence (FDI CoE)\, he leads engagements for a wide variety of corporate clients\, from multinational private equity firms or foreign financial institutions to Consumer Industrial Products & Services corporate groups. He helps clients navigating through cross border tax matters\, dealing with U.S. tax and reporting obligations daily. \nFabrice also leads International Private Client services engagements through RSM’s Global Family Enterprise teams (GFE) and specifically addresses income\, gift and estate tax matters – from a compliance\, advisory\, structuring and optimization cross-border perspective – for private companies\, high-net-worth individuals and family offices. \nRSM US LLP Fort Lauderdale / Miami / New York | fabrice.marmousez@rsmus.com  | +1 954 356 5675 \n \nAbby Varas is the North America Advisory Manager for OCO Global\, charged with advising multinational corporations and regional governments on market entry\, site selection\, and foreign direct investment strategies with a strong emphasis on advanced industries including battery production\, semiconductors\, life sciences and clean energy manufacturing. At OCO\, Abby focuses on developing strategy for companies to evaluate location competitiveness and optimize global operations\, while also working with economic development organizations to refine ability to attract and retain industry. Recently\, projects have been focused on organizational transformation\, and how economic development agencies can best prepare for a changing investment landscape and leverage existing resources effectively. \nPrior to joining OCO\, Abby worked for EY’s Global Site Selection & Credit and Incentives team specializing in site selection for foreign direct investment projects and securing federal\, state\, and local incentives to support operations. She also previously worked for the Arizona Commerce Authority to increase business attraction activities in the state. Abby graduated with a B.A. in Public Relations and Political Science from the University of Oregon and is currently based in Phoenix\, Arizona. \n  \nHow are companies adapting their expansion plans across the Atlantic? \nTrade policy\, investment incentives and changing market conditions are reshaping decisions for European and U.S. businesses. Which plans are moving ahead\, which are being reconsidered\, and what matters most when companies choose where to invest? \n   \n \n Questions the 2026 edition explores: \n#1 How have European and U.S. expansion plans changed over the past year? \n#2 Are companies delaying investment\, changing destinations or adapting how they enter new markets? \n#3 What role do tariffs\, regulation\, incentives and operating costs play in their decisions? \n#4 How is the balance of investment between Europe and the United States evolving? \n#5 Which sectors and European markets are attracting attention?
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/2026-transatlantic-expansion-barometer-survey-release/
LOCATION:Dykema\, 1717 Main Street - 34th Floor\, Dallas\, 75201\, United States
CATEGORIES:events,upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="European American Chamber of Commerce Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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SUMMARY:EACC All-Chapter Leadership Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:EACC All-Chapter Leadership Summit 2026\nWe are excited to invite EACC Board Members to join Executive Directors from across the EACC network at the 2026 Leadership Summit in Texas this fall. \n  \n📅 Thursday – Saturday: October 29-31\, 2026 \n📍 Dallas\, Texas – Central location – will be announced shortly! \n👉 Explore how to further strengthen and position the EACC network for continued growth and impact while fostering relationships among EACC Directors and (Board) members. \n👥 For EACC Exec Directors + Board Members with relevant expertise and interest in contributing to the discussion  \n  \nAs the organization looks toward its next phase of growth in the 2026 EACC Leadership Summit\, the leadership experience and perspectives of our Board leaders will be invaluable in shaping discussions around the future of the network. \nBoard leaders will have the opportunity to engage directly with EACC leadership from across the U.S. and Europe and contribute to conversations focused on: \n\nStrengthening network governance and leadership\nDefining the EACC’s strategic positioning and long-term sustainable impact\nIdentifying priority markets and regions for future chapter expansion\nExploring scalable frameworks and investment models for launching and sustaining new chapters\n\nBeyond the strategic discussions\, the Summit offers a unique opportunity to build relationships with fellow Board Members\, Executive Directors\, and transatlantic business leaders from across the EACC community. \n  \nWhy is this an Important Time to Address these Topics?\nThe EACC community is a trusted\, curated\, independent (non-political\, non-lobbying) network\, uniquely positioned to support its members in transatlantic business development. Especially in major themes (AI/tech sovereignty\, shifting geopolitical landscape\, energy\, supply chain resilience\, trade policy\, protectionism\, industry policy\, strategic autonomy)\, there is a huge potential for our network to benefit from the changes in the transatlantic relationship. \n  \nDraft Agenda\nDay 1 – Thursday Oct 29 \n\nArrival afternoon\nEACC Texas launch of Transatlantic Bridges – 2026 edition of the Transatlantic Expansion Barometer [Note: also open also to general EACC Texas Members\, their Guests\, and Consular Corps – see event details here]\n\nA pulse survey of over 100 European and American businesses on their transatlantic investment plans for the upcoming year\n\n\n\nDay 2  – Friday Oct 30 \n\nMorning plenary discussions (8.30am – 11.30am): format/topics TBC\nLunch (11.30 – 1pm)\nBreakout workshops (1pm – 2.30pm): designed to discuss in smaller groups our main challenges (i.e. governance\, network growth\, strategic positioning)\nPlenary discussion (3pm – 4.30pm): sharing feedback from the workshops and try to come to next steps\nEvening program\n\nDay 3 –  Sat 31 Oct \n\nChoice: Departures or joint program\n\n  \nWe hope you will join us in helping shape the future growth\, impact\, and success of the EACC network.
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/eacc-all-chapter-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:Central Dallas Location – to come
CATEGORIES:events,upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="EACC Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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SUMMARY:Swedish Life Sciences Delegation in Dallas
DESCRIPTION:Swedish Life Sciences Delegation in Dallas – Save the Date\n\nPlanned in conjunction with Health Wildcatters.\n\n“Life Science Across Borders”\n\nTuesday November 3\, 2026 @ 6:00 – 8:30 pm\nHealth Wildcatters at Pegasus Park – 3000 Pegasus Park Drive\, Suite 1330\, Dallas\, TX 75247\n\nRegistration not yet opened – but please mark your calendars and check back \nPurpose \nNorth Texas and West Sweden are both building dynamic life-science ecosystems where  research\, entrepreneurship\, industry and investment come together. \nThis event will bring leaders from both regions together to explore how discoveries move from  research to real-world application; how startups access the expertise\, infrastructure and capital needed to grow; and how stronger connections between the two ecosystems can open new opportunities for researchers\, companies and investors on both sides of the Atlantic. \nThe evening is intended to move beyond simply introducing the two regions and focus on the practical question: Where can North Texas and West Sweden collaborate? \nEvent Partners \n\nHonorary Consulate of Sweden in Dallas\nHealth Wildcatters\, Pegasus Park\nSwedish American Chamber of Commerce (SACC) Texas\nEuropean American Chamber of Commerce (EACC) Texas\nDuane Morri
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/swedish-life-sciences-delegation-in-dallas/
LOCATION:Health Wildcatters\, 3000 Pegasus Park Drive\, Suite 1330\, Dallas\, 75247\, United States
CATEGORIES:events,upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="EACC Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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SUMMARY:Technology & Trade - Informative Discussion with Sambaluk Consulting | Dallas
DESCRIPTION:  \nEACC Texas is proud to partner with Member and Partner Sambaluk Consulting to present this informative presentation and discussion on the core themes of Technology and Trade\, entitled “Leveraging Technology in Today’s Geopolitical and Business Climate.” \nSpeakers from Sambaluk Consulting will present a discussion around practical insights on how AI and emerging technologies are shaping transatlantic trade\, business strategy\, and competitiveness amid today’s evolving geopolitical and economic environment. The team would welcome questions and answers and also a vibrant discussion. Refreshments will be provided. \n\nLocation: 222 West Las Colinas Blvd\, Irving\, TX 75039 – Main Lobby\nDate / Time: Wednesday\, 4 November 2026\, 5.30 pm to 8 pm\nCost: Free for both EACC Texas Members and Non Members\nLight bites and refreshments will be provided.\n\n  \nSpeakers: Eric Sambaluk (founder and owner)\, Ryan Sheehan and Angelete May. \nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nSambaluk Consulting\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nEric Sambaluk – Founder and Owner \nEric Sambaluk is a Strategy / Business Consultant (Program\, Product\, and Project Management) at Sambaluk Consulting\, LLC. He has over 15 years’ experience in Product Design\, Product Ownership\, and Agile Project Management (Scrum). He works closely with clients to develop Strategy\, Program and Portfolio Management\, and Projects through creatively and collaboratively identifying opportunities for improvement\, allowing him to help teams envision and deliver continual value. \nExtensive exposure to various business units in Japanese companies and areas around the world has allowed me to travel and interact with people in various cultures and markets\, and he feels that this broad window has shaped the way he looks for new solutions to challenges. He is gaining proficiency in Japanese\, and always eager to take advantage of opportunities to use his Portuguese and Spanish\, as well as French and Italian. He holds an MBA from the University of Dallas\, and his certifications include Scrum Master Certified (SMC)\, Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO I)\, Project Management Professional (PMP)\, Six Sigma Green Belt\, and Export/Import Certificate from the International Chamber of Commerce. \n  \nAbout Sambaluk Consulting \nEstablished in 2022\, they are a small team of talented professionals holding diverse experience and deep expertise to lead organizations in Strategy\, Market Entry and Expansion\, Agile Project Management\, Product Management\, Market Insights and more. The team have helped companies in business verticals from Manufacturing\, to FinTech\, to Market Research\, and beyond\, and they would love to help your organization achieve its goals\, as well \n 
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/transatlantic-trade-technology-informative-discussion-with-sambaluk-consulting-dallas/
LOCATION:222 West Las Colinas Blvd\, 222 West Colinas Blvd\, Irving\, TX\, 75039\, United States
CATEGORIES:events,upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="European American Chamber of Commerce Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T193000
DTSTAMP:20261007T202923Z
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SUMMARY:First in our Pizza & Policy Perspectives series with UT Austin: focus on ☘️Ireland
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! – the launch of Pizza & Policy Perspectives with the University of Texas at Austin. \nThis particular session will focus on Ireland ☘️\, and we are very lucky to joined by Consul General John Forde to present the policy positions and perspectives of Ireland.  Join us to learn and engage. \n\nThursday\, 5 November 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm\nRobert L. Patton Building\, Room RLP 1.302E\, University of Texas at Austin\, 305 E 23rd St\, Austin\, TX 78712\nEvent Cost: Free (for all)\, courtesy of the Consulate General of Ireland.  Please register!\nParking (own cost): Brazos garage or San Jacinto garage\n\n\nConsul General of Ireland\, Austin\nJohn Forde  \n \n\n\nConsul General John Forde leads Ireland’s engagement across the states of Texas\, Arkansas\, Kansas\, Louisiana\, Missouri\, and Oklahoma. \nJohn’s career began as an army officer in the Irish Defence Forces\, attaining the rank of Captain in the Cavalry Corps. He served at tactical\, operational\, and strategic levels during his 13 years of service\, which included five deployments to the Middle East with the United Nations\, serving in Lebanon\, Syria and Jerusalem. He joined the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in 2020 as Deputy Director of Disarmament and Non-Proliferation and subsequently served for four years as Deputy Head of Mission at Ireland’s Embassy in Abu Dhabi\, strengthening bilateral ties and representing the broad range of Irish interests across the UAE\, Qatar\, and Kuwait. \nOriginally from Newry\, County Down\, John now happily calls Austin home\, where he lives with his wife\, Louise\, and their four children. Outside of work\, he enjoys cycling and swimming in Austin’s beautiful parks\, immersing himself in the city’s vibrant live music scene\, and following the mixed fortunes of Down’s Gaelic football team.
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/launch-of-our-pizza-policy-and-perspectives-series-with-ut-austin/
LOCATION:Robert L. Patton Building\, Room RLP 1.302E\, University of Texas at Austin\,\, 305 E 23rd St\, Austin\, TX 78712\, Austin\, 78712\, United States
CATEGORIES:events,upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="EACC Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T200000
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SUMMARY:Austin Finance Leaders Connect | AI in Finance: From Insight to Autonomous Action
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Oscar Casanova\, Rajeev Pathak\, Stefan Boehmer \n \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/austin-finance-leaders-connect-ai-in-finance-from-insight-to-autonomous-action/
LOCATION:Westin at The Domain\, Austin\, Texas
CATEGORIES:events,upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T213000
DTSTAMP:20261012T134728Z
CREATED:20260615T202939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T134728Z
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SUMMARY:⭐6th Annual EU-Texas Economic Leadership Forum and Ambassador's Gala in Dallas⭐IRELAND
DESCRIPTION:Please join EACC Texas at our 6th Annual EU-Texas Economic Leadership Forum and Ambassador’s Gala Dinner on Thursday November 19th\, where we welcome Ireland’s ambassador to the United States\, Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason. \nSponsorship packages are available – please see below for packages\, as well as details on Individual tickets. \nTiming: \n1. Part I: Afternoon Session: 12.30 pm – 4:00 pm– Economic Leadership Forum featuring Ireland and various important keynote speakers \n\nLocation: Crum Auditorium\, James M. Collins Executive Education Center\, Southern Methodist University\, 3150 Binkley Avenue\, Dallas\, TX 75205\nKeynote Speaker: Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason\nTopics and Speakers –\n\nFintech\nHigh-Tech Construction\nLife Sciences\n\n\n\n  \n2. Part II: Evening Event: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm – Ambassador’s Gala Dinner >> 6:30pm -7:15 pm Ambassador’s Reception and Networking // followed by 7:30 pm-9:30 pm Formal Dinner \n\nLocation: The Arts District Mansion\, 2101 Ross Avenue\, Dallas\, TX 75201\nDinner dress code: Black tie optional\, Formal suits or cocktail dresses are also appropriate.\n\n  \nSign ups now open! Please see below for pricing /sponsorship. If you are signing up for BOTH the Economic Leadership Forum and the Gala Dinner\, please use the “Combined” category in the dropdown of options (please sign up only once). \n\nRegister Here>> https://members.eacctx.com/events\n\n  \n \n \n  \n \n\n \nRegistration>>  https://members.eacctx.com/events
URL:https://www.eacctx.com/2event/%e2%ad%906th-annual-eu-texas-economic-leadership-forum-and-ambassadors-gala-in-dallas%e2%ad%90ireland/
LOCATION:SMU Cox Collins Executive Education Center\, 3150 Binkley Avenue\, Dallas\, 75205\, United States
CATEGORIES:events,upcoming
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ORGANIZER;CN="European American Chamber of Commerce Texas":MAILTO:info@eacctx.com
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