Business & Networking

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Global Roundtable
The Georgian Club
Wednesday, May 9 • 7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m.
breakfast buffet is $8.50 per person
This breakfast networking group is for individuals and companies interested in discussing international matters. The topic will be Latin America, led by Patty Smitherman, of Communicata Language Services. Reservations required—(770) 952-6000.

Spanish Roundtable Lunch
Tuesday, May 15 • 12:00 p.m.
¿Habla español un poquito?  ¿Necesita practicar más?  Join Patty Smitherman, Communicata Language Services, for lunch at The Georgian Club for great food, camaraderie, and casual conversation in Spanish.  Nos vemos allí, amigos. Reservations required—(770) 952-6000.

Executive Roundtable
The Georgian Club
Adapting in an Economic War Zone—Rethink, Revamp, Regenerate
Wednesday, May 16 • 7:15 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
$8.50 per Person for Breakfast Buffet
The current economy presents many dangers as well as opportunities for businesses. In challenging times, a business owner must proactively seek new and different operating methods. By rethinking the business model and incorporating new techniques, businesses can embrace the global business challenges of today. Insights on how companies are embracing the economic war zone by thinking out of the box and getting employees to be leaders of change will be shared in this lively discussion. Karen McClelland works with clients as a change executive to deliver profits on operational merger integrations, business regeneration, franchise systems and shared services. Her executive roles with PwC and IBM provide the depth of expertise required to effectively lead companies through business regeneration. Reservations required—(770) 952-6000.

Executive Roundtable
The Georgian Club
2012 Georgia Legislative Update
Wednesday, May 23 • 7:15 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
$8.50 per Person for Breakfast Buffet
Neil L. Wilcove is a partner in the Construction Law Practice Group in which he represents contractors, subcontractors, owners, architects, engineers, and sureties. Mr. Wilcove handles payment disputes, delay claims, construction and design defect cases. Mr. Wilcove also has extensive experience defending attorneys and real estate brokers in real estate transactions. Neil will address the highlights of the 2012 Georgia State Legislative Session, the new laws that will be taking affect this year, and the impact of those laws on you. Reservations required—(770) 952-6000.

The Atlanta Export Symposium: Breaking Down Barriers To Exporting
World Trade Center Atlanta
Wednesday, May 23 • 11:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
$35 Includes luncheon and panel discussion, workshops and networking reception
Over the next 15 years, 1 billion new consumers will enter the middle class, and middle class consumption will rise by $14 trillion – 80% will be outside North America and Europe. Whether you are a seasoned exporter or a novice, please mark your calendars for a day filled with timely, relevant and insightful advice to help you understand what it takes to conquer international markets. The keynote address will be The Face of the New Middle Class, presented by Romaine Seguin, President, UPS Americas Region. To register, please contact Lilia Postolachi, at (404) 813-6672 or Lilia@wtcatlanta.com.