The German-American Business Council of Boston, Inc. hosts monthly programs such as receptions, luncheon meetings, networking evenings, open houses and other international and cultural activities in the greater Boston area. Our monthly meetings provide members with a forum to share information and experiences as well as opportunities in German-American trade. Programs and informational events are often co-sponsored with organizations such as MASSPORT, the World Trade Center / World Trade Institute, Boston, or the Global Business Alliance of New England.

Upcoming Events:

   December 2007

Dec 13th:

Annual Holiday Celebration at the Goethe Institute Topic: "Join GABC Members in celebrating the Holiday Season."

2007 Past Events:

   November 2007

Nov 15th:

A Ripe Time for Alternative Energy Topic: "Business luncheon with experts on Alternative Energy issues and investing. Location: Union Club of Boston, 8 Park Street, Boston, MA from 12:00 to 2:00 PM."

   October 2007

Oct 2nd:

Breakfast meeting with Frankfurt Mayor Petra Roth Topic: "The Frankfurt Economic Development GmbH, in cooperation with the GABC, invites you for aa breakfast meeting with the Hornorable Mayor Petra Roth. Location: Liberty Hotel, 215 Charles St, Boston, MA from 8:30 to 10:00AM."

   September 2007

Sep 20th:

GABC Quarterly Luncheon Series Topic: "Join other members of the GABC in meeting the new GABC Board Members. Please join us at the Union Club for this quarterly luncheon event - free of charge to members, made possible by the suppport of our corporate sponsors. Location: Union Club, Boston, MA from 12:00 to 2:00PM."

Sep 25th:

EU Connections Meeting - Luncheon with Massachusetts Lt. Governor Timothy Murray Topic: "Join your European colleagues and meet Timothy Murray, Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts. He will adress several of the Governor's important inititatives with regard to environmental and biotechnolgy sectors - and will discuss ways to foster more cooperative opportunities between European and Massachusetts firms."

   July 2007

Jul 22nd:

GABC Sommerfest Topic: "Join members of the GABC in celebrating the summer season. Please mark your calendar for this annual event, to be held at the Goethe Institute in Boston. Details to follow."

   June 2007

Jun 14th:

Citizenship & Immigration Update: Presentation & reception Topic: "Immigration Update 2007: Experts present on Citizenship, Immigration, and International Taxation Issues" Sponsored by Mintz Levin; Please join members of the German American Business Council of Boston and learn from experts what is new for 2007 when it comes to immigration, citizenship, and taxation issues (Permanent Residency Options, H-1B Visa update, Immigration Reform Legislation, Dual Citizenship Option, Estate Planning and Tax Implications).

   May 2007

May 17th:

EU Connections Event: Panel discussion & reception Topic: "Doing Business with these New Powerhouses: China & India - Opportunity or Threat?" EU Connections Event; Please join members of the German American Business Council of Boston, French-American Chamber of Commerce, British American Business Council of New England, the Italy/American Chamber of Commerce & Trade, and the Netherlands-American Business Council for an informative panel discussion on opportunities and what it will take to compete in a new world. The panel discussion will be followed by a small reception.

   April 2007

Apr 24th:

Talk & reception with Nikolaus Foerster, Features Editor, Financial Times Deutschland Topic: "Striving for the Best, Covering the Worst: The Difficult Relationship between Business and Journalism" Please join members of the German American Business Council of Boston and members of the Boston Eric M. Warburg Chapter of the American Council on Germany for an informative talk on the difficult relationship between business and journalism, at the historic Adolphus Busch Hall at Harvard's Center for European Studies. The talk will be followed by a small reception.

   March 2007

Mar 21st:

Lecture & discussion with Egon Kochanke, Minister (Economic), German Embassy, Washington, DC Topic: "German Presidency of the European Union 2007 - Topics for and Repercussions on EU-US Relations in Economy & Science" The Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Boston invites you to join members of the GABC, the Boston Eric M. Warburg Chapter of the American Council on Germany, and the Goethe Institut Boston to a lecture and discussion by Egon Kochanke, Minister (Economic), German Embassy, Washington DC. Snacks and refreshments will be served after the event.

Mar 8th:

EU Food Festival Topic: "Join us to celebrate the foods of Europe! You can enjoy exciting and elegant fare from Germany, Italy, Great Britain, and France at the European Food Festival. If you love tasting delicious new foods and wish to network with important EU colleagues, then don't miss this chance to dine with us. Guten Appetit!"

   February 2007

Feb 7th:

13th Annual international Networking Evening & Business Forum Topic: "Global Economic Challenges: Preparing Your Business for Opportunity in a Changing World Environment"