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SUMMARY:FACC Chicago: Networking Cafe
DESCRIPTION:*NEW* Networking Café  \nMay 27th l 8:45am – 9:30am CDT \nSemimonthly on Wednesdays – Free for FACCMembers; $15 for Non-Members  \nGrab your favorite hot beverage\, find a comfy spot in your house\, and join our Networking Café\, FACC-Chicago’s new virtual networking coffee every other Wednesday starting May 27th. This is a pure networking event\, open to all\, where participants will have a few minutes to introduce themselves and their companies. FACC-Chicago Board President and Immigration Attorney Michael Turansick will host. \nThis is an informal networking event\, but we do ask that you be prepared to have your web cam on to better ”meet” everyone. \nWhy do we charge a small fee for our online programs? \nThe FACC-Chicago is an independent\, 501c6 nonprofit organization that relies on revenue from events\, membership and business support services. For 40 years\, we have been the main professional forum for the local French-American business community. We support local economic development by promoting our region as a destination for French businesses and facilitate cross-cultural communication\, collaboration and partnerships. \nIn these difficult times and beyond\, we want to be a valuable resource to our community and continue to offer high-quality\, timely and relevant content. \nYour support helps us accomplish our mission. Thank you! \nNot yet a FACC-Chicago Member? Discover the benefits today!  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-chicago-networking-cafe/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200515T212609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T212746Z
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SUMMARY:FACC Houston Webinar: Expatriés aux U.S.A: Que faire quand on perd son emploi?
DESCRIPTION:Quels sont les solutions et démarches quand on perd son emploi en tant qu’expatrié. \nAbout this Event\nWebinars organisés par le Consulat Général de France à Houston\, Houston Accueil\, la Chambre de commerce franco-américaine. \n26 Mai à 19h:  \n– Immigration et visas: \nQuels sont les recours possibles\, les obligations et droits en tant qu’expatrié aux U.S.A \n– Recherche d’emploi: \nComment appréhender la prochaine étape de sa carrière\, en France ou au Texas. \n– Formalités administratives à accomplir avant son retour en France: \n\nOuverture des droits à la sécurité sociale/ au chômage / réouverture de compte en banque\nSystème d’imposition au retour en France\nContinuité du cursus scolaire des enfants\n\n28 Mai à 19h:  \n– Immobilier: Comment vendre sa propriété en période de crise et rapidement ou cesser son bail de location \nIntervenants: Maylis Curie à Compass\, Martina Nerrant et Michel Hayek à Realm Professionals. \n– Déménagement: Conseils pratiques\, information sur les prix et délais. \n  \nIMPORTANTES NOTES:  \n– Webinars exclusivement en français \n– Il est possible de participer et de se connecter de façon anonyme: vous pouvez choisir le nom souhaitait lors de votre connection \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-houston-webinar-expatries-aux-u-s-a-que-faire-quand-on-perd-son-emploi/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200526T110000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200521T214129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200521T214129Z
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SUMMARY:FACC Chicago Webinar: Payroll Tax Incentives for U.S. Startups & French Government Measures
DESCRIPTION:STARTUPS – this is for you! Learn about the payroll tax incentive that helps startups\, which ones qualify\, tax benefits and more. \nThis webinar is intended for startup companies (established for 5 years or less)\, including startups that are clients of CPAs\, banks\, attorneys\, CPA\, and equity funding companies. \nFI-Group is an international leader that specializes in innovative tax funding. Our focus is the R & D tax incentive\, State & Federal Indirect Tax Incentives\, and Real Estate/Personal Property tax appeals. The FI team consists of CPA’s\, engineers\, IT\, legal\, and business operation specialists. With over 11\,500 clients in 12 countries\, our client’s benefits are in excess of $1.5 B in tax savings annually. \nBruce Kletsky – Managing Director U S\, will lead the discussion on the “payroll tax incentive” (FICA) credit that helps innovative startup companies grow\, plus provide immediate tax savings. This incentive complements the CARES ACT. \nMichael Procaccini – CPA/Engineer\, Engagement Manager\, will discuss the type of Startup companies that qualify\, business activities that meet the R & D requirements\, and the tax benefits \nJulien Soilly – Head of Tax\, Paris\, France\, will discuss the COVID-19 situation in France\, and the current Government measures that are available for business. Discussion will be on “who and how” to qualify \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-chicago-webinar-payroll-tax-incentives-for-u-s-startups-french-government-measures/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200522T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200522T130000
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CREATED:20200521T212340Z
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SUMMARY:FACC Chicago Meet the Members Series: Virtual Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a chance to connect with other FACC network members during your lunch break?  Join us for our new “Meet the Members” virtual luncheon. \nLooking for a chance to connect with other FACC network members during your lunch break?  Join us for our new semimonthly “Meet the Members” virtual Luncheon Series. \nAn FACC-Chicago member will kick off the luncheon with a brief presentation and a moderated open conversation among participants will follow. All attendees will be introduced and there will be an opportunity to exchange contact information during and after the lunch. To ensure an intimate environment and ample time to network\, these events will be limited to 15 participants. \nOur FACC-Chicago speaker on Friday\, May 22nd will be Edouard Carle\, Sales Manager – North America at Pole Star\, who has worked on contract tracing business solutions concerning COVID-19. \nWhy do we charge a small fee for our online programs? \nThe FACC-Chicago is an independent\, 501c6 nonprofit organization that relies on revenue from events\, membership and business support services. For 40 years\, we have been the main professional forum for the local French-American business community. We support local economic development by promoting our region as a destination for French businesses and facilitate cross-cultural communication\, collaboration and partnerships. \nIn these difficult times and beyond\, we want to be a valuable resource to our community and continue to offer high-quality\, timely and relevant content. \nYour support helps us accomplish our mission. Thank you! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-chicago-meet-the-members-series-virtual-luncheon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200521T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200521T150000
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CREATED:20200521T155041Z
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SUMMARY:FACC Chicago Webinar: What Role for the Pharmaceutical Industry in the COVID-19 Crisis?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a look forward: AbbVie will present on the role of the pharmaceutical industry in light of the current situation with COVID-19. \nJoin us for our new CEO Series as Celine Golberger\, Vice President – Head of Medical Affairs at AbbVie\, will discuss the role of the pharmaceutical industry during the COVID-19 pandemic. \nOur culture is one that is committed to operating with integrity\, embracing diversity and inclusion\, serving our community\, driving innovation and transforming lives. Our principles are foundational. They unite us\, guide our decisions and inspire us. \n  \nRichard A. Gonzalez\, Chairman & CEO – AbbVie \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-chicago-webinar-what-role-for-the-pharmaceutical-industry-in-the-covid-19-crisis/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T140000
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CREATED:20200515T213946Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-ATL Discussion: the Do’s and Don’ts of a Safe Reopening of Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual discussion about the Do’s and Don’ts on a safe reopening of businesses and the French response to this challenge. \nGA has reopened its economy! It’s no secret. So what now? What are the next steps for my business? How can I reopen my business while protecting my workers and clients? How can I restore their confidence? \nThe French-American Chamber of Commerce – Atlanta\, in partnership with the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce\, is pleased to invite you to a Roundtable Discussion with Marc Gentil\, VP Supply Chain and Customer Services at  Safran Aerosystems Services Americas\, Nicolas Mulliez\, Chairman at EpiBreads and Arnaud Michel\, Owner/Manager at Anis Café & Bistro on how to safely reopen your business. \n  \nOur Guest Speakers will be discussing how best to “reopen” businesses and overcome the challenges ahead. They will share ideas\, discuss best practices and talk about how to reopen or resume operations safely.  Marc Gentil and Nicolas Mulliez being members of the French Foreign Trade Advisors (CCEF)\, they will also discuss how France responded to this challenge. \nThis discussion will be moderated by John Woodward\, VP Global Commerce at the Metro Atlanta Chamber. \nYou will have the opportunity to ask questions to our panelists during a Q&A session. \nPlease email us your questions in advance at julie@facc-atlanta.com \nThis webinar is free but registration is required! \n**Information about how to log into the webinar will be sent to the email address you provide during registration.** \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-atl-discussion-the-dos-and-donts-of-a-safe-reopening-of-businesses/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T124500
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200506T184258Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-NY Webinar: Aviation in the Post-COVID World – What is the Impact on Global Mobility?
DESCRIPTION:Join the CEO of Dassault Falcon for his perspectives on aviation and how COVID-19 will change the shape of the industry for years to come. \nDISCUSSION\n\nEven as the $25 billion airline industry bailout is put in place\, the future of the airline sector remains clouded.  Is the situation as grave as one might imagine?  How will the roles of commercial airlines and private planes evolve in the coming months and years to account for the new context?  What new approaches\, behaviors\, organizations and products can be expected and what will be the impact on consumers? \nJoin Thierry Betbeze\, CEO of Dassault Falcon Jet\, as he shares his perspectives on aviation and how COVID-19 will change the shape of the industry for years to come. \nMEET THE SPEAKER\n\nMr. Betbeze was recently named CEO of Dassault Falcon Jet in 2019. \nOver the course of his career\, Mr. Betbeze he has been influential in numerous high-profile aircraft export deals\, including several multi-billion Euro Mirage and Rafale projects with foreign air forces. He also orchestrated the financing of a wide variety of Falcon business jet sales to corporations and governments in Europe\, the Middle East\, CIS and Latin America. \nMr. Betbeze began his career at Dassault Aviation in 1984 as a cost accountant\, later working in export financing with a wide range of responsibilities including treasury and currency hedging\, before being promoted to Senior Vice President\, Finance in 2004. In that role\, he was also responsible for relations with the French Ministry of Finance. In 2016\, he was named Senior Vice President of Finance at Dassault Falcon Jet. \nMr. Betbeze is a recipient of the Medal of Aeronautics from the French Defense Ministry. \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ny-webinar-aviation-in-the-post-covid-world-what-is-the-impact-on-global-mobility/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC-NY":MAILTO:info@faccnyc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200520T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200520T190000
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CREATED:20200514T013712Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-PNW Networking Committee: Aline Bloch on Low Impact Lifestyle and Bonus Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover how a green mindset can help you to live an intentional life. \nAbout the Event:\nJoin us Wednesday May 20\, 2020 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. This live virtual event and gain resources and insights on ways to live an intentional life with a green mindset. Through this conversation with Aline Bloch and a merrymaking workshop at the end\, you can learn how to renew your priorities and perspectives\, and find out the best ways to simplify your home and your life. The list of supplies for the hands-on workshop will be sent to you after you sign-up\, but you most likely have them all at home already. Remember to grab a drink and a snack before joining us\, this is a happy hour event too! \nThis is a FREE EVENT. Donations accepted at sign-up. Zoom link will be sent on the day-of to the email you use for registration. \nAbout the Speaker:\nAline Bloch is a Parisian living in the Pacific Northwest. She splits her time between two passions\, working both as a life coach specialized in Green living and as a self-taught artist-designer\, working with cardboard and recycled materials to create unique pieces of furniture and home décor. She is here to help you find meaning in your life through simplicity and sustainability. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-pnw-networking-committee-aline-bloch-on-low-impact-lifestyle-and-bonus-workshop/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC PNW":MAILTO:info@faccpnw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200429T152817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200429T152817Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-NE Webinar: Covid-19 and Startups: An approach for founders and investors
DESCRIPTION:Pritchett certified M&A Integration expert and Executive Coach\, Angelica Carr\, explores a shift in investor and buyer value perception during this unprecedented period. She tackles Mergers & Acquisitions (M&As) scenarios covering areas from valuation and culture fit to common patterns and pitfalls in early integration.      \nAngelica brings a perspective of an executive coach specializing in M&A integration and director of a financial investment company.  She is also passionate about helping businesses survive and thrive in high-risk\, volatile and uncertain environments; M&As\, startups\, the future and in our current pandemic crisis. \nDuring this webinar\, Angelica will share tips and advice about safeguarding and positioning businesses through the three crisis phases:  Survival\, Resilience and Reset.  She will highlight the importance of innovation\, seizing opportunities and creating and perceiving value for future funding and M&A deals. \nThis discussion will start at 1pm EDT on May 20th with 45 minutes presentation and 15 minutes Q&A.\nWe will send the details to connect to the Zoom meeting via email prior to the event.\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ne-webinar-covid-19-and-startups-an-approach-for-founders-and-investors/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC NE":MAILTO:contact@faccne.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200519T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200519T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200506T142428Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-NY: Diplomacy in the Age of a Pandemic: Gérard Araud
DESCRIPTION:After a rich and storied career occupying positions at the highest echelons of French foreign affairs\, M. Araud has memorialized his interactions with world leaders and institutions in his book Passeport Diplomatique. As French Ambassador to the United States and subsequently Permanent Representative to the United Nations\, his perspective and leadership has weathered divergent views in administrations on both sides of the Atlantic. In the midst\, M. Araud advanced an agenda of collaboration\, mutual understanding and progress. \nDrawing upon his experience\, M. Araud will speak to the tempestuous state of international and binational relations and share his views for our new reality and a post COVID-19 global economy. \nM. Araud will be joined by Stephen Dreyfuss\, Executive Vice President of the FACC-NY\, former President of the Paris-based Union Internationale des Avocats and Partner at Hellring\, Lindeman\, Goldstein & Siegal LLP. \nPasseport Diplomatique is available for purchase from Amazon’s bookstore in French. Click here to purchase. \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ny-diplomacy-in-the-age-of-a-pandemic-gerard-araud/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC-NY":MAILTO:info@faccnyc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200519T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200519T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200427T205845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200427T205845Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-WDC Webinar: Introduction to Sous-Vide Cooking
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Members Cuisine Solutions and The Culinary Research & Education Academy Present:\nIntroduction to Sous-Vide Cooking – Sous-Vide 101 \n\nHistory of Sous-Vide\nBenefits\nEquipment and Functions\nProcess\nWill it sous-vide? Products and Applications\nSafety Concerns\nBrief Demo\nQ&A\n\nPresented by: \nAJ Schaller\, Executive Chef \nAJ Schaller is a 2005 graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. She worked at Restaurant Daniel and Daniel Boulud’s Dinex Group for ten years\, starting as an extern. After a series of promotions\, she finished with the title Culinary Manager. The position included work on restaurant openings\, testing recipes\, cooking for events\, producing cookbooks\, food styling\, and managing health department matters – including writing HACCP plans for Sous-Vide. In 2015\, after a stint at Corkbuzz as Head Chef\, she took the opportunity to work under Bruno Goussault as Culinary Specialist for CREA. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-wdc-webinar-introduction-to-sous-vide-cooking/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC WDC":MAILTO:info@faccwdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200519T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200515T210758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T210758Z
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SUMMARY:FACC Houston Webinar: Future of the Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Introduction\nWe are pleased to announce the upcoming KPMG virtual share forum in collaboration with the French American Chamber of Commerce (FACC). This session is focused on providing the latest insights on how to meet the unprecedented challenges of a rapidly changing landscape. \nIn this share forum\, professionals from KPMG Advisory will share insight and perspective\, as well as leading practices around the Future of the Workforce. \nThis event features KPMG professionals Josh Galvan and Matt Campbell\, who will discuss the following topics: \n\nThe new and evolving employee/employer career “deal”\nPerformance management and measurement (value and impact) during COVID-19\nChallenges in the effort to balance workforce capacity needs in this dynamic time\, as well as developing/retaining key skills\nProjecting workforce needs post-COVID-19 (capacity and skills\, and related talent management and acquisition strategies)\nRelated workplace planning considerations as communities and companies begin to reopen.\n\nAdditional Information\nLinks and dial-in information for the virtual event will be sent in a confirmation email one day prior to the virtual event. Continuing professional education (CPE) credit will be available to U.S. participants who meet the eligibility requirements. \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-houston-webinar-future-of-the-workforce/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC Houston":MAILTO:contact@facchouston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200506T141752Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-NY: Talking Meat with Ariane Daguin
DESCRIPTION:The food industry\, as we know it\, has been upended. Passionate industry professional Ariane Daguin weighs in on the effects reverberating from field to fork\, throughout the supply chain\, restaurants\, and to the end consumer. For the audience who now finds themselves trying their hands as a home chef\, Ariane will share cooking tips for selecting and preparing your favorite cuts during a live interactive conversation and questions from participants \n\nAriane Daguin is the Founder & CEO of D’Artagnan\, the renowned gourmet food purveyor. Famous for providing humanely-raised meats\, from game and foie gras to organic chicken and prepared charcuterie\, the name D’Artagnan is synonymous with top-quality food produced with care. Devoted advocates for natural\, sustainable\, and humane production\, Ariane and D’Artagnan have been at the forefront of the organic movement in America\, pioneering organic\, free-range chicken and humanely-raised veal. She continues to find ways to bring innovative products to the market\, all while staying true to her mission. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ny-talking-meat-with-ariane-daguin/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T230000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200427T203800Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-WDC: A (Virtual) Evening in Paris
DESCRIPTION:– Champagne Tasting (VIP time – starts at 700pm)\n– French songs live\n– French food tasting\n– French wine tasting\n– French DJ to finish the night\n– Much more to come\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-wdc-a-virtual-evening-in-paris/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC WDC":MAILTO:info@faccwdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200515T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200515T123000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200511T223017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T223017Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-GC Webinar: Trip to the Loire Valley with French winemaker Frédéric Lavau
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, May 15th 2020\, take a break during lunchtime with French winemaker Frédéric Lavau and discover one of the most iconic wine region. Live from Maison Lavau in Sablet\, France! \nNative of the Vaucluse\, one of the most iconic French wine region\, Frédéric Lavau will share with you his passion for this amazing terroir\, his savoir-faire\, the values and the history of Maison Lavau. \nThe story of the Lavau family\, with its passion for wine and its love of the terroir and the land\, began in Saint-Émilion in the 19th century. It continued in Tunisia where René Lavau and his son transformed a small estate of vines and orange trees into a flourishing business which became the country’s biggest wine producer. Jean-Guy Lavau (René’s grandson) and his wife Anne-Marie returned to France in the 1960s and took charge of a small winemaking cellar in Sablet at the heart of the Rhone Valley. This would become the Maison LAVAU in 1965. \nSome 30 years later\, Frédéric and Benoît Lavau have joined the team at their family winery which has since become a renowned and respected name in Rhone Valley winemaking. They have secured the future of their winemaking business and completed and enhanced their expertise by becoming creators of cuvées and producers. \nThey have purchased several vineyards in the Rasteau\, Valréas and Côtes du Rhône appellations and entered into partnership with the Château Maucoil in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. \nMaison Lavau’s wine is available all over United States at all good wine retail shop. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-gc-webinar-trip-to-the-loire-valley-with-french-winemaker-frederic-lavau/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC GC":MAILTO:info@facc-gc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T133000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200507T214907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200507T214907Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-NY Webinar: Tasting Through France: A Look into the History of Genever
DESCRIPTION:Learn about delightful and traditional spirits of Genever with a webinar led by Chantoine Boomsma and fun cocktail mixing class led by expert bartender François Morrison. \nDISCUSSION\nJoin us as we explore the BCI umbrella of brands outside of France to the Boomsma Distillery in the Netherlands. \nThe Boomsma distillery was created in 1883 by Dirk Boomsma and is still today\, a 100% family-owned business. Chantoine\, the 5th generation owner\, is leading the company and continues to cherish the family values and traditions through their production of Dutch Genevers and herbal bitters in the province of Friesland in the Netherlands. \nDuring this webinar\, we will learn more about these delightful and traditional spirits with a webinar led by Chantoine Boomsma. We will also enjoy a fun cocktail mixing class led by expert bartender François Morrison. \nTo participate in the cocktail mixing session\, live with François\, take note of the ingredients below:  \n\nA bottle of Jonge Boomsma Genever : Click here to order \nA bottle of Crème de Framboise Gabriel Boudier : Click here to order\n+ Muddled Mint\n+ Seltzer (carbonated) water\n+ Mint sprig\n\nMEET THE SPEAKERS\nChantoine: Chantoine comes from a long line of spirits makers and after spending years abroad and outside the family business\, Chantoine joined the Boomsma Company in 2003\, starting in exports and sales to learn more about the surrounding market. In 2009\, he took over the company with his sister\, Saskia\, and they’ve been leading the company ever since. The most important part of their work is the respect for the tradition which has been passed down over generations to ensure the highest quality spirits. \nFrançois: While originally from Paris\, François’s first experience behind a bar was in Tokyo and he hasn’t looked back. François has had an illustrious career behind the bar as he’s taken up residencies at several world-renowned restaurants\, such as Balthazar\, Pastis\, and Cherche Midi to name a few. After years of consulting for bars\, clubs\, and liquor brands\, François is now the National On-Premise Strategic Accounts VP for BCI\, an importing and branding company focused on ensuring the authentic savoir-fare in wine & spirits. \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ny-webinar-tasting-through-france-a-look-into-the-history-of-genever/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC-NY":MAILTO:info@faccnyc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200513T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200507T205456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200507T205456Z
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SUMMARY:FACC Dallas: FACC Young Professionals Virtual Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:The FACC Young Professionals group goes virtual! Join us to bring our usual energy and fun online with a virtual happy hour featuring a drink of your choosing. Hear from our speaker\, Thierry Hubert\, CEO\, Darwin Ecosystem (an R&D cognitive computing think-tank) and listen to Thierry’s podcast\, “Encabané” for a preview of the meeting on Apple Podcasts here and on Spotify here! \nAnd be sure to stay online after our discussion for some friendly competition with a game of trivia! \nABOUT OUR SPEAKER: THIERRY HUBERT\, FOUNDER & CEO\nThierry’s worldwide enterprise background includes working for PWC\, Lotus Development Corporation and IBM. His expertise  and experiences in building solutions and innovation adoption services based on managed disruption and transformation management extends over 30 yrs. Through Thierry’s working relationship\, Darwin Ecosystem continues to partner with IBM as one of the first and notable Watson & Cloud Platform Business Partners. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-dallas-facc-young-professionals-virtual-happy-hour/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC Dallas":MAILTO:info@faccdallas.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200424T212220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200429T141837Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-NE Webinar: Crisis Management during COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:The world is in the midst of a coronavirus pandemic right now and most people have been impacted both personally and professionally. Critical events like this can negatively impact the safety of the employees\, their productivity\, the availability of corporate systems and critical IT services\, sales and revenue but also the brand and the image of the company. \nWe will all agree that every organization must be prepared and must respond to this crisis but the questions are: how well do they do that? Where do they struggle? What can they do? \nIf you are responsible for: \n\nthe security and safety of your organization’s employees\, visitors\, contractors\, patients\, travellers\nthe availability and performance of the IT systems\, mission critical business applications\ndefending your organization against ransomware\, DDoS and other cyber attacks\nthe supply chain management\n\njoin this webinar as our speaker\, Vincent Geffray is going to: \n\nexplain why it can be hard for companies to manage critical events and\ntalk about the importance of communication\, collaboration and synchronization before\, during and after the crisis\nwalk you through the key components of effective and efficient crisis management\n\nThe webinar is on May 13th and will start at 2pm EDT with 40 minutes presentation and 20 minutes Q&A.\nWe will send the details to connect to the Zoom meeting via email prior to the event.\n\n\nAbout our Speaker\n\nVincent Geffray\nSenior Director of Product Marketing\, IT Alerting and IoT\nEverbridge\n\nAbout Vincent: \nVincent Geffray is a passionate and experienced leader with over eighteen years of experience in the High-Tech industry\, helping companies bring innovative Enterprise solutions to market. He is currently Senior Director of Product Marketing at Everbridge with primary focus on protecting people\, assets\, brands and keeping businesses running during critical events. Experienced in Public Warning Systems\, Critical Event Management\, Crisis Management\, physical and digital major incident response\, cross-function communications and collaboration\, he leads a team responsible for all things product marketing\, including messaging and positioning\, product launch\, sales enablement\, competitive analysis and content marketing. Vincent has an international experience as he lived in Europe\, in North America and is has spoken in many ITSM industry conferences.\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ne-webinar-crisis-management-during-covid-19/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC NE":MAILTO:contact@faccne.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T143000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200507T213059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200507T215411Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-ATL: Morgan Stanley Presents: Investments Strategies Series l Alkeon
DESCRIPTION:The series will introduce certain hedge fund strategies and how they can potentially enhance your portfolios with the help of a professional. \nCovid-19 is a perfect setting to rethink how we invest. \nThis Financial Educational Series presented by Morgan Stanley will introduce certain hedge fund strategies and how they can potentially enhance your portfolios with the help of a professional. \nAlexander Zimmerman\, Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley\, will showcase some of the sophisticated strategies available to accredited investors and that have performed better than their respective benchmarks. \nThis week’s edition will present Alkeon and their Long/Short Equity Fund Strategy which has performed exceptionally well this year amidst COVID-19. \nAndrew Lewaine\, VP at Alkeon\, will discuss Alkeon’s ability to navigate difficult markets\, the current equity environment and outlook\, and finally their longer-term views on tech. \n  \nThis presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.\nPlease email us your questions in advance at\njulie@facc-atlanta.com. \n  \nMeet our speakers: \nAlexander Zimmerman \nDrawing on over 12 years of industry experience\, Alexander creates tailored wealth management solutions for high net worth clients across the globe. Sensitive to cultural nuances\, he brings a depth of knowledge and perspective to the modern complexities of cross-border wealth management\, working predominantly with clients across the United States\, Europe and West Africa. Alexander began his career as an Energy Derivative Broker in London and New York.  As the regulatory environment changed\, he pursued building a boutique alternative investment brokerage centered on managed futures and commodity futures trading\, before transitioning into advising individuals\, startups and family-owned businesses at Morgan Stanley. Click here for the full bio. \n  \nAndrew Lewaine \nAndrew Lewaine joined Alkeon in Spring 2018 and focuses primarily on business development within Alkeon’s platform distribution relationships. Prior to Alkeon\, Mr. Lewaine was a Sales Consultant with MainStay Investments working with financial advisors and their clients covering parts of the Northeast & South Central markets. Previously\, Mr. Lewaine worked at Fidelity Investments within their Wealth Management division. Mr. Lewaine received a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Rutgers Business School\, graduating Magna Cum Laude. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-atl-morgan-stanley-presents-investments-strategies-series-l-alkeon-wave-of-technological-innovation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T123000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200506T135537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T135537Z
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SUMMARY:FACC DC: Is the Remedy Worse Than the Cure?
DESCRIPTION:How this crisis will definitely consolidate the power of the US and China?\nWhat will be the impact on jobs\, growth and more importantly\, democracy?WEBINAR Agenda:\nLessons to be taken from the current crisis\nHow will we survive to the recession?\nIs the remedy worse than the cure? \nWebinar: 40 minutes.\nQ&A: 20 minutes \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Denis JACQUET\nEntrepreneur\, author and Founder of the Day One Movement @DAYONE EVENT\nDenis Jacquet\, entrepreneur\, author (Ubérisation: Un ennemi qui vous veut du bien? et “Pourquoi votre prochain patron sera Chinois”) and Founder of the Day One Movement will discuss how this crisis will definitely consolidate the power of the US and China. What will be the impact on jobs\, growth and more importantly\, democracy. https://www.dayone-event.com\n\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-dc-is-the-remedy-worse-than-the-cure/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC DC":MAILTO:info@faccwdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200510T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200510T213000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200506T135059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T135059Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-DC: French Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:– Participants will meet on ZOOM and teams will be formed among the participants.\n– All questions will be moderated and controlled (so the use of smartphones and the internet will not only be monitored but controlled).\n– After we divide up teams and the teams select a captain\, we will begin rounds!\n– As we expect some French people\, or people who have lived in France\, to register as well as Americans\, we will attempt to have them equally divided between teams.\n– In the final round\, the winning team will be awarded prizes. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-dc-french-trivia-night/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC DC":MAILTO:info@faccwdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T184500
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200508T205132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T205132Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-NY: COVID-19 in Beijing: Talking Urban Mobility with DiDi
DESCRIPTION:As the world reels from the impacts of COVID-19\, ride-sharing companies must work to ensure customer and employee safety. In this webinar\, we will hear from Alicia Veneziani\, a FACC Foundation Scholarship winner and Strategy Manager at DiDi\, on how the Chinese ride-sharing company has adapted and the key takeaways learned. In addition\, we will explore what the “return to work” phase will look like and how companies in the US and Europe can build on the steps made in China. \nREGISTER NOW \nMeet the Speaker:  \nAlicia Veneziani lives in Beijing\, where she is responsible for International Strategy at China’s No. 1 ride-hailing company Didi Chuxing. Alicia previously supervised product development at Tesla\, in Palo Alto\, CA. Prior to Tesla\, she expanded the clean mobility business line of Air Liquide\, a leading chemical company\, in Asia based out of Shanghai. \n\nAlicia is an engineer from AgroParisTech and holds a Master of Economics from IFP School and an MBA from MIT. Alicia is also a FACC Foundation Scholarship Alumna. \nAbout the FACC Foundation: The French-American Chamber of Commerce Foundation was launched in 2012 to sponsor the training and education of the next generation of transatlantic business leaders. Through its highly selective “Serge Bellanger French-American Business Scholarship Program\,” the FACC Foundation provides financial support to French students seeking to pursue an MBA in the U.S.\, and to American students who wish to pursue an MBA\, a master’s degree or a mastère specialisé in a business-related discipline in France.
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ny-covid-19-in-beijing-talking-urban-mobility-with-didi/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC-NY":MAILTO:info@faccnyc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200506T143243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T143243Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-MI: Operate Business in the "New Normal"
DESCRIPTION:Learn how several key companies & organizations prepare for re-starting operations & manufacturing in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. \nREGISTER NOW \nAll of us have been impacted by COVID-19 and the lockdowns. The time to get back to work and get operations running again is approaching\, while no tested blueprint exists to protect employees and companies. How to address these times of uncertainty in business? \nOur speakers will present their perspective on what the “New Normal” will look like from their industry vantage point after work resumes. \n\n\n\n\nMr. Philippe Thegner\, Chairman of the China Aftermarket Forum\, and Sr. advisor at Auto Mobility in Shanghai\, will be detailing the changes that already took place in Chinese automotive manufacturing since the end of the lockdown (China has now resumed automotive production and is aiming to run at 90% of its pre-crisis capacity in May);\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMrs. Kathy Myers\, Vice President\, Business Development at Conlin Travel\, one of the largest travel-management companies in the Midwest\, will cover the travel (especially business travel) industry;\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMrs. Gina Gleyal\, HSE regional manager at Plastic Omnium\, a major French Tier-1 automotive supplier operating in the US\, will share their operation’s adjustments to the manufacturing space;\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrew Coleman Director of the Foreign Direct Investment at MEDC will provide a broad Michigan Business perspective. \n \n\n\n\n  \nDetails\nThursday May 7\, 2020 5PM-6 PM EST (Registration closes Thursday 5/7\, 1pm) \nOnline – Free Zoom Webinar https://us02web.zoom.us/s/86966347454 \nOur Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\nDrew Coleman\nDrew develops and implements the State of Michigan’s national and international business attraction strategy and oversees a staff that work to implement this work\, with the goal of driving new jobs and investment to Michigan. Formerly\, Mr. Coleman served as the State of Michigan’s lead for Japanese OEM and Tier-1 business development efforts as a Senior Business Development Manager.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGina Gleyal\nGina is a seasoned Health\, Safety and Environmental leader with 18 years of international experience (Europe\, Mexico\, and USA) in automotive\, logistics and glass manufacturing. As the Regional HSE Manager for the Americas in Plastic Omnium\, Gina is responsible to lead all 11 Plastic Omnium IES plants in the Americas to HSE excellence.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKathy Myers\nKathy is a business travel professional expert with diverse experience in business development and client management\, passionate about helping companies that are in need of improving their business travel programs. Prior to joining Conlin Travel\, Mrs. Myers was the District Manager for Air France/KLM and the District Sales Manager for Alitalia.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhilippe Thegner\nPhilippe is a seasoned executive with 20 years of experience in Automotive industry and consulting. In addition to his executive career\, Philippe serves as Senior Advisor at Automobility Ltd\, a strategy and investment advisory firm that helps its clients to create the future of mobility and boards of directors of the China Aftermarket Talent development program with the Shanghai University for Science and Technology.\n\n\n\n  \nJoin us and learn how others plan to return to work and what may be the likely scenario for the New Normal. \n 
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-mi-operate-business-in-the-new-normal/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC MI":MAILTO:info@faccmi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T143000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200506T132833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T132945Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-PA: Smart Steps for a Healthy A/R During COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:The unprecedented events associated with the COVID 19 Pandemic have caused human tragedy on a world-wide scale. \nThe economic impact is also significant and may be felt long after the illness has faded. How do companies prepare for and address the Recessionary impact of COVID 19? A healthy balance sheet is contingent upon a healthy accounts receivable portfolio. \nLet Receivable experts Nash Rotter and Jon Dame Illustrate how to keep your firm’s finances in good condition during these difficult times. \n  \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nPutting the Cash Back into Your Flow! \nPersuading delinquent customers to pay their bills is a challenge for many companies. \nGB Collects has succeeded in third party collections for 20 years. Our highly trained staff creates a sense of urgency to make sure delinquent customers hand over your money fast. With help from our professionals\, your company will be impressed by our high net-back and fast recovery rate. \nGB Collects is an industry leader in third party collections\, litigation management\, commercial property and casualty insurance recoveries\, and much more. \nAbout GB Collects: \nGB Collects is a professional\, commercial debt recovery agency specializing in all aspects of accounts receivable management. Our firm is a fully licensed\, insured and transparent extension of our clients’ internal credit departments. Since our inception in 2001\, GBC has helped resolve problematic disputes and reduced delinquencies in all facets of collections in a wide variety of industries. Our skilled collection analysts have voted GB Collects a best place to work in collections for 6 consecutive years. A six time INC 5000 Winner\, our growth is produced by satisfied clients worldwide using our services year after year. \nFor more information about GB Collects\, please visit https://www.gbcollects.com.
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-pa-smart-steps-for-a-healthy-a-r-during-covid-19/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC Philadelphia":MAILTO:info@FACCphila.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200430T172421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T172421Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-NY Webinar: Legal Updates for U.S. Businesses : Labor\, Pension & Employee Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Join us for legal considerations and best practices that employers can implement to navigate their business through and beyond the crisis.\nDISCUSSION\n\nNow more than ever\, the legal complexities attached to the workplace are at the forefront of every employer’s mind. The FACC-NY has the pleasure to welcome partners and counsel from Hinman\, Howard\, & Kattel\, LLC. as they answer questions and provide valuable insight into many of the unanswered legal questions surrounding labor & employment and pension & employee benefits caused by COVID-19. This webinar will also provide key legal considerations and best practices that employers can implement to navigate their business through and beyond the crisis. \nMEET THE SPEAKERS\nDawn Lanouette is a partner at Hinman\, Howard and Kattell and chair of the firm’s labor and employment practice group. She concentrates her practice in advising employers on all aspects of their relationship with their employees and on representing employers in administrative proceedings and state and federal courts. \nErica L. Lawson is a partner at Hinman\, Howard & Kattell\, and the Chair of the firm’s Business and Corporate Law Practice Group. Erica concentrates her practice on advising business and corporate clients on all aspects of their operations. Erica’s corporate practice includes the formation and organization of business entities\, contract negotiations\, mergers and acquisitions\, and financing matters. \nTom Conlon is a partner of Hinman\, Howard & Kattell\, LLP\, and is Chair of its Pension and Employee Benefits Practice Group. Tom advises clients in the design\, compliance\, and operation of both employee pension and welfare benefit plans\, and in matters concerning executive compensation. \nNir E. Gozal is Special Counsel based in Hinman\, Howard & Kattell’s White Plains office. His practice focuses on advising banks and other financial institutions on regulatory compliance and matters involving federal and state regulatory agencies. Nir has unique expertise in BSA/AML/OFAC and consumer compliance and has represented financial institutions\, their boards of directors\, and executive officers in challenging conclusions in reports of examination and contesting enforcement actions. In addition\, he provides ongoing counsel to bank boards of directors\, executives\, and compliance officers. \n\n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ny-webinar-legal-updates-for-u-s-businesses-labor-pension-employee-benefits/
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ORGANIZER;CN="FACC-NY":MAILTO:info@faccnyc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200506T134535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T134535Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-ATL: Europe Day Webinar
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to the Europe Day Webinar on Thursday\, May 7 at 10am\, hosted by the EU Consulates General and the Chambers of Commerce in Atlanta. \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nThe login details and phone number will be emailed after your registration.  \nPlease take a few minutes to complete this brief survey  before the event\, so we understand the challenges your business is facing in light of COVID-19. \nAlternatively\, you can send your question to:  ATL(@)minbuza.nl
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-atl-europe-day-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T205431
CREATED:20200415T012535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200417T165545Z
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SUMMARY:FACC-NE & Chicago: Business Restructuring Due to COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Due to unprecedented and unforeseen circumstances caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic\, employers across all industries are having to make tough decisions regarding their workforce and essential \nDue to unprecedented and unforeseen circumstances caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic\, employers across all industries are having to make tough decisions regarding their workforce and essential operations. This includes planning the safest and most efficient methods for returning key employees to work once government restrictions are lifted. Business owners and Human Resources managers in the private and non-profit sectors should understand the primary legal issues that require consideration prior to and during employee furloughs or layoffs\, as well as the importance of proper return-to-work planning.  Presented by Lisa Koblin\, Associate at Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP\, and moderated by Myriam Le Cannellier\, Co-Founder of DSML Executive Search\, this webinar will highlight these key legal considerations\, as well as best practices that employers can implement to ensure continuity of essential business operations\, while providing support those employees negatively impacted by COVID-19 pandemic. \nThis webinar is co-hosted by FACC-Chicago and FACCNE.  A link to join the webinar will be sent by end of day on Tuesday\, May 5th. \n  \nREGISTER NOW \n  \nThe webinar will start at 3pm EDT with 30 minutes presentation and 30 minutes Q&A.\nWe will send the details to connect to the Zoom meeting via email prior to the event.\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n  \nLisa Koblin \nLabor & Employment Attorney\,\nSaul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP \nTo know more about Lisa \n\n  \nMyriam Le Cannelier \nCo-Founder & Director\,\nDSML Executive Search \nTo know more about Myriam
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ne-for-businesses-facing-furloughs-or-layoffs-due-to-covid-19/
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SUMMARY:FACC-NY: Force Majeure & Supply Chain Considerations
DESCRIPTION:In these unprecedented times\, every business has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in some manner. \nThe French-American Chamber of Commerce NY Chapter will host Donna Frosco\, Esq.\, Partner at Dunnington\, Bartholow & Miller LLP\, to explore contract considerations relating to impacts from supply chain disruption\, quarantine orders\, government shut-downs and other circumstances beyond a contracting party’s control.  Ms. Frosco will discuss legal considerations as businesses evaluate what they can do now to protect their rights and attempt to avoid or reduce contractual liabilities; what comes next and how businesses can begin to plan for the uncertain future. \n\nDonna Frosco is a Partner at Dunnington Bartholow & Miller LLP\, and a member of the firm’s Litigation\, Arbitration & Mediation\, Intellectual Property\, Advertising\, Art & Fashion Law\, and International practice groups. Ms. Frosco is counsel to clients ranging from start‐ups and individual entrepreneurs to Fortune 100 companies. She has extensive first‐chair litigation experience and has successfully contested issues of the first impression in complex cases – both at trial and through appeals. She also counsels both foreign and domestic clients on the United States dispute resolution strategies. Ms. Frosco has appeared before the United States federal and state courts\, the International Trade Commission\, the Trademark Trial\, and Appeal Board and various administrative agencies. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ny-force-majeure-supply-chain-considerations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200505T140000
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SUMMARY:FACC Chicago Webinar: Navigating Everchanging Global Markets to Build a Successful Global Business
DESCRIPTION:This presentation by Andy Arduini\, Senior Vice President\, Group Head – Global Advisory\, Supply Chain Finance & Financial Institutions; and Susana Chamlee\, Senior Vice President & Product Group Manager – International Corporate Banking & Global Trade\, Huntington National Bank\, will provide an outlook for major countries and regions of the world while teaching participants some common approaches to assess and manage geopolitical risk\, allowing them to successfully sift through the deluge of often conflicting daily media coverage. The ultimate goal is to help position participants to more safely take advantage of opportunities in global markets. \nNot yet a FACC-Chicago Member? Discover the benefits today! \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-chicago-webinar-navigating-everchanging-global-markets-to-build-a-successful-global-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200501T120000
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SUMMARY:FACC-NY Webinar: Updated PPP Information
DESCRIPTION:DISCUSSION\n\nFollowing the recent Federal renewal of the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) on April 24th\, Perelson Weiner LLP will be presenting a full update and what it means for businesses looking to take advantage of the program. \nPartner Benjamin Gadon and Manager Director John R. Lieberman will provide updated information on loan/grant eligibility\, the specifics behind how much an entity may receive from the updated program\, the use of the received funds as it pertains to loan forgiveness\, future bank requirements & audits\, and the potential consequences attached to the program. \n  \n\nThe webinar will be one hour with one-third of the time devoted to questions and answers. \n  \nMEET THE SPEAKERS\nBenjamin Gadon‘s client-focused career has included working with diversified taxpayers in large and middle-market businesses and individuals.  His substantial federal\, multistate\, and international experience provides a broad perspective on the needs of entrepreneurs and high net worth individuals and their businesses.  He has developed substantial skills and expertise in federal\, multistate\, and international issues including tax planning\, tax compliance\, tax advocacy\, inbound and outbound international transactions and compliance. \nJohn R. Lieberman has dedicated his practice for over twenty‐five years to assisting the owners of closely held companies with their business tax planning and risk management and high net worth individuals with their wealth management needs. He has extensive experience in a broad range of industries from the entertainment and sports industry to media\, real estate and healthcare companies both private and public. \n  \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://nationalfacc.org/event/facc-ny-webinar-updated-ppp-information/
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