Meet our new Executive Director...
Nicole FENYO served since 2018 as Marketing Director at the Goering Center defining the strategy, plan, communication, and marketing campaigns to enable successes of the Greater Cincinnati region’s family and private business that contribute every day to our economy and community growth. Before joining Nicole was mostly in international B2B Marketing for manufacturing companies - from dry ice blast cleaning and production systems to industrial wire and cable, acrylic sheet and smart vending machines for
EACC Behind the Scenes: May 2023
Gilman Partners and Board Member Julie George hosted the Board of Directors of the Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the European American Chamber of Commerce (EACC) for our second meeting of 2023 at the the Gilman Partner offices on Wednesday, April 26. Board President Nelly Bonniol welcomed all, and thanked Gilman Partners for hosting us. The January 2023 meeting minutes were approved, and we then went on to vote on board seat replacements for the current year. The following changes were confirmed: Anne
Good Jobs Challenge Announcement
Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership Celebrates Kickoff for Good Jobs Challenge Manufacturing Workforce Development & Retention Program Cincinnati, Ohio - Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP), Cincinnati Youth Collaborative (CYC), and Cincinnati Works (CW) announced a collaborative two plus-year workforce development action plan funded by the Good Jobs Challenge that focuses on a recruiting and upskilling the advanced manufacturing workforce. Training the next generation of
''Transatlantic Internships'' from EACC Paris
Our sister chapter in Paris sat down with EACC Cincinnati Bridgebuilder member Anne Cappel, Altix Consulting, while she was traveling in France and had some interesting discussions on "Transatlantic Internships". Read the "Two Views" from Anne and Emily Merson, AIFS Abroad, brought to you by Katherine Prewitt, Executive Director EACC Paris:Why is this issue important? Who is affected? Anne Cappel International internships are great opportunities for interns and host companies. Discovering a new country,
BE NKY Growth Partnership Announcement
The EACC has been working with Northern Kentucky Tri-ED for many years and is grateful for the continued membership and support. Together we have a joined mission of supporting economic growth in the area and connecting businesses and people. We are excited about their new name and continued focus on economic development. Please read more about the change and BE NKY's CEO Lee Crume below: FORT MITCHELL, Ky. (March 14, 2023) – BE NKY Growth Partnership (BE NKY) is the new name for the economic development
EACC Welcomes New Member Roebling Solutions
The EACC is delighted to welcome Consul member Roebling Solutions. Roebling Solutions is a full service government relations and lobbying firm that provides businesses with strategies and relationships to advance their priorities in City Hall, the state capitol, and Washington DC. Roebling is an affiliate of Cincinnati headquartered Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, a national law firm where accomplishment is the center of everything they do. Dinsmore has over 725 attorneys in 29 cities across the country and are
Meet New EACC Board Secretary
At our annual general meeting on November 17, 2022, the EACC membership elected Cierra Clymer to serve as Board Secretary. The two-year term runs through the end of 2024. We're pleased to introduce Cierra to the EACC Greater Cincinnati network. Cierra Clymer is the Director of International Business Development and Inclusion at REDI Cincinnati. Cierra's role focuses on increasing foreign direct investment in the Greater Cincinnati region through new attraction, expansion and retention efforts as well as
EACC Welcomes Bridge Builder Member Melink Solar
The EACC is delighted to welcome Bridge Builder member Melink Solar. Melink Solar is a full-service commercial solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) firm delivering turnkey projects for a seamless customer experience. Since 2009, Melink has been helping the commercial industry produce power at a lower cost, with a goal of mainstreaming net zero energy buildings. Melink Solar partners with businesses and developers to design and build innovative solar PV systems from 100 kW to 30 MW, including
EACC Welcomes New Member BISON USA Corp.
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Consul member BISON USA Corp. BISON S.A., founded in 1948, is the largest manufacturer in Poland of clamping technologies for the machine tool and manufacturing industries. The range of clamping products include but is not limited to manual lathe chucks, hydraulic power chucks, vises, toolholders and live centers. BISON's products, marked with the BISON brand, are world-renowned for the highest standard of design, production, durability, quality and precision. Behind
EACC Behind the Scenes: EACC Holds First Quarter 2023 Board Meeting
NKY Tri-ED and Board Member Kimberly Rossetti hosted the Board of Directors of the Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the European American Chamber of Commerce (EACC) for our first meeting of 2023 at the NKY Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, January 25. New Board President Nelly Bonniol welcomed all, thanking her newly installed fellow Board Officers (Vice President Antonio Pagano, Treasurer Mike Dektas and Secretary Cierra Clymer before introducing new board members Joren Knockaert (Deceuninck), Steve Melink
Meet New EACC Board President and Board Vice President
At our annual general meeting on November 17, 2022, the EACC membership elected Nelly Bonniol and Antonio Pagano to serve as the President and Vice President (respectively) of our Board of Directors. Their two-year terms run through the end of 2024. We asked each of them to introduce themselves to you, our members.Meet Nelly Bonniol, VP Assignment Operations, EssilorLuxottica I started my professional journey in my native country, France, and spent the first 17 years of my career in the aviation industry
EACC Welcomes New Member BWF America, Inc
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Consul member BWF America, Inc. BWF America, Inc is a pioneer in industrial filtration. Headquartered in Offingen, Germany, their primary business is manufacturing filtration bags for industrial baghouses (i.e. Asphalt, Cement, Kaolin, Chemical and many other types of plants). These bags are produced by the company's Envirotec division. However, the company also provides material and services for many other needs and applications: BWF Protec – The Leading
EACC Welcomes New Member Jedson Engineering
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Consul member Jedson Engineering. Jedson Engineering is an engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) company. Its mission is to facilitate the success of its clients by delivering best-in-class EPCm services, enabling them to achieve market superiority. Headquartered in Cincinnati with offices in Greenville, SC, Savannah, GA, Tallahassee, FL, Mobile, AL and Salt Lake City, UT Jedson Engineering's diverse teams stand ready to serve your projects. To
EACC Welcomes New Member RPS America Inc.
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Consul member RPS America Inc. RPS America Inc. is a member of the Riello Elettronica Group, the fifth largest manufacturer of Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) in the world. With over 35 years experience in the power conversion, the Riello Elettronica Group delivers, through its main brand Riello UPS, innovative energy efficient, scalable and cost-effective power solutions to guarantee quality energy for Data Centers, Electromedical and Healthcare applications,
EACC Welcomes New Member Moerlein Lager House Restaurant & Brewery
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Consul member Moerlein Lager House Restaurant & Brewery. Prominently situated in Smale Riverfront Park adjacent to the Banks lifestyle development, the Moerlein Lager House offers a guest experience unlike any other - a working microbrewery producing a full line of craft brews, delectable fare. It provides beautiful views of the Ohio riverfront including the Roebling Bridge, Great American Ballpark, and Paycor Stadium. It is a premier destination for craft beer
EACC Behind the Scenes: 2023 EACC Board of Directors Elected at Annual General Meeting
As required by our Code of Regulations, the Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the European American Chamber of Commerce held its Annual General Meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 17 in the Caprice Room of the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza. In addition to a review of our performance over the past two years and highlighting our top goals for 2023, the primary order of business was electing our new Board of Directors for 2023. Below is the final slate of Board Members who will lead the EACC next
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EACC & UC Partner to Host Exclusive Job Fair
On Thursday, November 3, the University of Cincinnati (UC) hosted its first EACC-Exclusive Job Fair at the Tangemann University Center at the center of UC’s main campus. This event marked the first tangible product of our new collaboration with UC to help EACC members better access the vast resources of knowledge and talent UC provides to our region. (See recap of our 10/19 ‘Kickoff Event’ here) The University of Cincinnati marketed this event to students as an opportunity to connect with employers
EACC Welcomes New Member Saica Pack U.S. LLC
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Envoy member Saica Pack U.S. LLC Saica Group is one of the leading companies in Europe in the manufacture of recycled paper for corrugated board, with an annual production capacity of 3.3 million tons of recycled paper for corrugated board. With more than 10,000 employees and a presence in Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Turkey, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and the United States, Saica Group has four business lines: manufacture of recycled
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EACC Behind the Scenes: All Chapter Meeting of EACC Network
On Monday, October 24, EACC Cincinnati hosted an online meeting of the EACC network Board Presidents and Executive Directors. This was the first time we had met formally as a group since Cincinnati last hosted a similar in-person event in May 2018. In addition to renewing acquaintances and welcoming some new faces (note that since 2018 we’ve added chapters in the Netherlands, Florida and Texas, as well as welcoming a new Executive Director at the Carolinas chapter), each chapter highlighted a meaningful
EACC & University of Cincinnati Launch New Talent Partnership
On October 19, the EACC launched a new partnership with the University of Cincinnati (UC) that will give our members unique access to the breadth of talent, research and expertise that UC generates for our region. University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Valerio Ferme attended, as did Ryan Hays (UC’s new Chief Innovation Officer), the Deans and senior staff of the colleges of Engineering, business, and Experiential Learning and Design & Art, as well a number of student leaders. And the EACC was
EACC Hosts Special Edition of CEO & CFO Roundtables in Partnership with the Federal Reserve
On October 10, the EACC convened a combined “special edition” of our CEO and CFO Roundtables to host Richard Kagic, Vice President and Senior Regional Officer of the Cincinnati Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. We had organized the meeting for Kagic to brief our manufacturing leaders on the current state of the economy and on the monetary policies the Fed is implementing to address inflation. But more importantly, as Kagic explained, the Fed bases most of its decisions on data that is
EACC Behind the Scenes: 2023 Membership Renewal Cycle
With the start of fall comes the start of our annual membership renewal cycle. As in the past, current EACC member companies will receive communication detailing the timeline of the renewal process. Key dates in the renewal process are noted below: Memberships will renew on January 1, 2023.2023 EACC membership invoices will be emailed the week of November 7, 2022Payment will be due by Friday, December 30, 2022Companies that wish to pay their 2023 invoice after the first of the year, must inform the EACC no
EACC Welcomes New Envoy Member Henny Penny Corporation
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Envoy member Henny Penny Corporation. Employee-owned Henny Penny Corporation partners to provide high-volume, high quality foodservice equipment and solutions to top global foodservice chains where hot food is critical to operations. Every day, millions of people in more than 100 countries around the world eat food prepared with Henny Penny products in quick-service, full-service, and fast casual restaurants, supermarkets, and convenience stores. Henny Penny product
EACC Behind the Scenes: Fall 2022 Events
It’s hard to believe September is just days away and the start of fall is on the horizon. There’s no doubt 2022 has been a busy year for the EACC with our new membership structure, the launch of our Coffee & Commerce series, Stammtisch on the Road in Hamilton and Mason, our Annual Gala at Music Hall, function-specific roundtables, and so much more! And there’s more come before year’s end! We know schedules fill up quickly and we want to take every opportunity to ensure our members are aware of upcoming
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EACC Behind the Scenes: Membership Update
2022 has been an important year for the EACC. In 2021 we launched our new membership structure which promised expanded benefits and value for members across the board. And for the first seven months of this year we’ve focused on delivering that promised value with new programs like EACC TRANSFORM, our executive roundtables, CXO Dinners, ‘Coffee & Commerce’ events and international travel, as well as maintaining and updating our steadfast programs like our Stammtisch (with our Stammtisch on the Road) and the
EACC Member Spotlight: ARKU, Inc.
By Susan Morgan I love hearing how a successful company got started because it usually illustrates how well they have adapted over the years to achieve and maintain that success. ARKU, Inc. is a shining example of a company that has demonstrated the ability and willingness to make the necessary changes to meet ever-changing market trends and client needs. This business strategy has served them well, allowing them to achieve and maintain the leadership position in their core industry. ARKU, Inc is the
EACC Behind the Scenes: ChamberMaster Training
In early June, EACC Director Events & Projects Claudia Schroeder and I traveled to Mt. Vernon, Ohio for two days to attend a ChamberMaster training session. ChamberMaster is the EACC’s association/chamber management software and we use it to manage membership, events, various email communications (Todd’s TLDR), the EACC website and more! As the software is continually changing and being updated, this training program was a unique opportunity to work directly with ChamberMaster to see how we can better
EACC Business Development Trip to Italy: June 10-18, 2022
A delegation from the Cincinnati Chapter of the European American Chamber of Commerce traveled to Italy June 10-18 with three goals in mind: Build new and stronger connections between EACC members on the tripRaise the profile of the Cincinnati region as a destination for Italian businessesLay the groundwork to launch a new EACC chapter in Italy We made remarkable progress on each of these three targets, while also enjoying the sights (and tastes!) of Italy. We hope this quick overview (see link below)
EACC Hosts April 2022 Board Meeting
The EACC Board of Directors held its second meeting of 2022 on Thursday, April 28 at Fueled Collective in Rookwood (our first in person Board meeting since January 2020!). After reviewing and approving the minutes from its previous meeting, the board turned to a review of our financial position. Board Treasurer Chris Flaig pointed out that, supported by our new membership fee structure, the EACC is in a much more solid cash position than in the past two years. There was some discussion about the impact
EACC Welcomes New Member Scanreco
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Consul member Scanreco US, Inc. For nearly four decades, Scanreco has empowered companies of all sizes to boost safety and efficiency while driving down operating costs. Through the thoughtful design and manufacture of rugged radio remote-control systems, Scanreco allows operators of mission-critical heavy machinery to work smarter. From ergonomic, hand-held remotes to larger, intuitive control packs with full color screens and multiple joysticks, Scanreco’s line of
City of Blue Ash Economic Development Director to Retire
Joe Dehner is one of the founders (and a Board Member Emeritus) of the EACC in addition to his day job as an attorney with Frost Brown Todd LLC. We asked Joe to reflect on the career of former EACC Board Member Neil Hensley, who will retire from his position as Economic Development Director for the City of Blue Ash on April 1. Be sure to join us at our April 20 Coffee & Commerce at the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason as Neil recounts his career as "Greater Cincinnati's economic development
EACC Behind the Scenes: 2022 Young Professionals Executive Insights Series
Behind the Scenes, EACC staff members and members of our EACC YP Leadership Committee have been hard at work building out our full 2022 Young Professionals Executive Insights Series schedule! As you may know, this professional development series offers exclusive events where young professionals have the opportunity to connect with global business executives based in the Greater Cincinnati region. Events are held in a professional, yet informal setting, in order to provide a causal environment that
University of Cincinnati Launching New Industry 4.0/5.0 Institute
Most of our readers are familiar with Industry 4.0 -- the ‘fourth industrial revolution’ which is integrating information and communications technology into every aspect of industrial production and which is transforming every aspect of manufacturing operations. We may be less familiar with Industry 5.0, which brings human elements to the center of Industry 4.0 efforts including ethical and legal questions; physical and mental health; and issues like Human/Robot Collaboration and even Human/Machine
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EACC Annual Conference and Gala Dinner Sponsorship Opportunities
The EACC is delighted to formally announce the plans for our 2022 Annual Conference and Gala Dinner. Our Annual Conference will take place May 24-25 on the theme The New Business Case for Sustainable Manufacturing. Organized in partnership with Business Sweden (and a delegation of Swedish Business leaders), the event will allow attendees to network, share experiences and inspiration while exploring real business cases in the Cincinnati region’s manufacturing ecosystem. The conference will also include a
The War in Ukraine - Guidance for Business
The international community has reacted strongly and swiftly to Russia's unprovoked aggression against Ukraine, imposing unprecedented economic sanctions to isolate Russia. Review this guidance from some of our member law firms and government agencies to ensure your organization remains in full compliance.Frost Brown Todd LLCImmediate Restrictions to Russian and Ukrainian Exports Issued - Feb. 25, 2022Russian Sanctions: Four Things for Businesses to Consider- Feb. 25, 2022Porter Wright Morris & Arthur
EACC Behind the Scenes: 2022 Events
I am so excited to have taken on the role as Director of Events & Projects for the EACC and would like to take this opportunity to give you an insight into what we have prepared and also ask for your feedback. Our goal is to provide a broad range of programs that are accessible, engaging, and that add value to your business. Over the past weeks we have been busy planning our 2022 events calendar and adding new events and features. Just last week we had our inaugural “Coffee & Commerce” breakfast meeting
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EACC Executive Roundtables Update
Manufacturers and Operating companies are the heart of the EACC: if we lose them as members, then the banks and law firms and other service providers that support them will have no reason to join the EACC. So, when manufacturers told us that they were looking for forums where their top executives could connect, grow their networks and share best practices, we launched our new Executive Roundtable series. Roundtable groups for CEOs, CFOs, Human Resources professionals and Marketing and Sales leaders from
University of Cincinnati Launching Industry 4.0/5.0 Institute
Most EACC members are familiar with the term “Industry 4.0” -- shorthand for the “fourth industrial revolution.” Like any true revolution, the impact and the second- and third-order effects are far-reaching and unpredictable. What are the legal, economic, ethical and even psychological implications of this upheaval, which is accelerating at a pace that has many experts already addressing “Industry 5.0”? The University of Cincinnati’s new Industry 4.0/5.0 Institute will be an interdisciplinary environment
EACC Greater Cincinnati Celebrates 15th Anniversary
On February 5, 2007, the Inaugural Gala of the European American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cincinnati was held at the Kingsgate Marriott at the University of Cincinnati. Over three hundred guests gathered to celebrate the occasion, including a proclamation from then-Mayor Mark Mallory declaring the date as “European American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cincinnati Day” and a speech by Barry Eccleston, the President and CEO of Airbus North America. In the fifteen years since, we’ve had numerous
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EACC Welcomes New Member JobsOhio
The EACC is delighted to welcome Consul memberJobsOhio. JobsOhio is Ohio's private economic development corporation and as such it focuses on business attraction, expansion, and retention in the state. JobsOhio focuses on 10 private economic sectors and utilizes four strategies to drive economic development: Sites, Talent, Innovation, and Inclusion. In its first decade of existence, JobsOhio and its partners completed over 500 international projects involving $10B in capital invested and 30,000+
EACC Behind the Scenes: January 2022 EACC Board Meeting Recap
The EACC Board of Directors held its first meeting of 2022 via Zoom in the afternoon of Thursday, January 20. The first order of business was to welcome our newly constituted Board including new members elected at the Annual General Meeting in November 2021: Joshua Katzman, Fabian Schmahl, Thorsten Schroeder, Jonathan Theders, Chris Tyler, and Gabe Venzin. We also welcomed Beth Vice as a provisional Board member. EACC Executive Director Todd Schwartz and Board President Dominic Franchini noted that
EACC Welcomes New Member Rödl & Partner | VL
The EACC is delighted to welcome Ambassador member Rödl & Partner | VL. To better serve the region’s leading foreign owned companies, VonLehman CPA & Advisory Firm, a regional accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Ft. Wright, Kentucky, and Rödl & Partner, a global professional services firm based in Germany, established a joint venture. Known as Rödl & Partner | VL, the combination of global reach, interdisciplinary approach, and focus on foreign owned mid-sized companies, primarily manufacturers
2022 EACC Board of Directors Elected at Annual General Meeting
The General Membership of the European American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cincinnati held its annual meeting on Thursday, November 18 (just before our Beaujolais Nouveau Premiere). In addition to a brief (and positive) financial report from our Board Treasurer Chris Flaig and comments from our Board President Dominic Franchini reviewing some highlights from 2021 (and looking forward to an even more eventful 2022), the primary purpose of the event was to elect your new EACC Board of Directors for
Beaujolais Nouveau 2021 - Recap
The European American Chamber of Commerce Greater Cincinnati was happy to host a Beaujolais Nouveau Premiere again. At a wonderful venue, the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, we celebrated the year, our members and guests and enjoyed wonderful wine, exquisite food and great music by the Faux Frenchmen. EACC president Dominic Franchini opened the event and gave a review of 2021 as well as an outlook into what lies ahead for us in 2022. It was a perfect evening with lots of great talks, new and old
Inaugural Annual Conference and Ambassador's Gala - EACC Texas
I asked Claudia Schroeder, our new Director Events & Projects, to draft a recount of our recent trip to Texas -- Todd On November 4, 2021, Executive Director Todd Schwartz and I had the honor to attend and support the inaugural Annual Conference and Ambassador’s Gala of our new EACC sister chapter EACC Texas. The conference program centered around Innovation & Economic Growth, featuring 3 different panels. The first discussion featured panelists from Ericsson, IBM, Nokia and the policy delegation for
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October 2021 EACC Board Meeting Recap
The EACC Board of Directors convened for its final meeting of 2021 via Microsoft Teams on Thursday, October 28. After a brief recap of the success of our Annual Gala and our EACC TRANSFORM events, the Board moved to its formal agenda, quickly approving the minutes of its July meeting and receiving a financial report for Q3. Then EACC Executive Director Todd Schwartz outlined a draft 2022 EACC Program Calendar, which anticipates a significant waning of public health concerns and therefore a return of
Behind the Scenes: EACC Cincinnati Organizing Trip to Italy
In June 2022, an intrepid group of EACC Cincinnati travelers will embark on an eight-day adventure to promote the U.S. and our region as a place to do business, help U.S. firms assess opportunities in Italy, build connections among peers and lay the groundwork for a new EACC chapter in Italy. With stops in Venice, Milan, Modena, Florence and more, our delegation will meet with Italian and other businesses, local and U.S. Government officials, and also have time to enjoy the sights and sounds (and tastes!)
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EACC Behind the Scenes: 2022 Membership Renewal Cycle
With the start of fall comes the start of the EACC’s annual membership renewal cycle. As you may know, the EACC launched new membership structure in April which will be implemented for all members starting January 1, 2022. This means the 2022 membership renewal process, which will formally start in October, will look a little different than in previous years. As in the past, current EACC member companies and organizations will receive communication from the EACC detailing the timeline of the renewal
EACC Hosts 2021 Conference & Gala Dinner
By all accounts, the 2021 EACC Conference and Annual Gala was a resounding success – and the highlight was, without a doubt, the visit of Her Excellency Emily Margarethe Haber, Ambassador of Germany to the United States. Here is a quick recap of the events. Ambassador Haber, accompanied by German Consul General Wolfgang Mössinger, her Chief of Staff Sebastian Ernst and Honorary German Consul Martin Wilhelmy, had a whirlwind schedule on Thursday, including a visit to Festo in Mason and then a meeting and
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EACC Network Survey Results: The Impact of COVID-19 Travel Restrictions
We’re now seeing reports that the U.S. Administration is finally taking action to ease restrictions on travelers from Europe beginning in November – and for EACC member companies the steps can’t come soon enough. The EACC had heard many anecdotes about the impact of the restrictions on both sides of the Atlantic, and so we revived our network-wide survey tool to get a more systematic perspective on the issue. This survey was conducted the week of September 13 and elicited 132 responses. 38.6 percent of
EACC Staff Update
We’re delighted to welcome EACC Operations Manager Dayna O’Brien back from her maternity leave this week. Your EACC is dedicated to providing meaningful value to our members, and our expanded team will allow us to do just that. Dayna’s return allows us to reconsider and restructure operations to ensure that each of us – Todd, Dayna, and Claudia – are best using our strengths to your benefit. Dayna will retain her “Operations Manager” title for now, and Claudia will take on the title “Director Events &
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2021 Oktoberfest Zinzinnati
The Oktoberfest Zinzinnati is back. From September 16 - 19, 2021, you can enjoy German food and beer again along 2nd and 3rd Street. Because of Annual Conference and Gala, we were unable to arrange a private seating area for the EACC, but we still want to continue our tradition of enjoying the celebration of German tradition with our members and friends. Please join us for an informal get-together on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 6:00pm. We will meet at the Berlin Wall Memorial in front of the
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2021 EACC Annual Conference
Even before the COVID-19 Pandemic, manufacturers were reassessing the efficiency and resilience of their supply chains. And in the light of the pandemic as well continuing international trade disputes, lingering shortages, and the ongoing transformation of Industry 4.0, the pressure for change is only growing. With this in mind, and as part of its annual Gala program, the EACC will be hosting a conference on Supply Chains, Logistics and Transatlantic Trade the afternoon of September 16, 2021. Our intent
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Behind the Scenes: July 2021
We are again providing this brief and unofficial summary of the outcome of our most recent board meeting so our broader membership is aware of our deliberations. Official minutes (once approved by the Board) are available upon request. The Board of Directors of the European American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cincinnati held its third quarter meeting via Microsoft Teams™ on Thursday, July 22nd. Board President Dominic Franchini opened the meeting by reminding board members of some of the short- and
EACC Welcomes New Member Gavioli Consulting LLC
EACC is delighted to welcome Consul Member Gavioli Consulting. Read from Giuseppe Gavioli below: My experience I spent 38 years in the capital goods industry, innovating and developing products, merging and optimizing international organizations, and re-engineering processes. I have two master's degrees: one in physics and another in business economics. Six years ago, I decided to alter direction, sharing my passion by helping others. I'm now a business mentor, providing management consultancy and
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EACC launches new advertising campaign at CVG Airport
The EACC, in partnership with our Bridge Builder level members Altix Consulting and Modula Inc., has launched a new advertising campaign at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). Be sure to look for the new signage at the entrance to the tunnel connecting the terminal to the concourses and at the tram stops -- and the first person to snap a picture of themself with one of the signs and post it to Twitter with our handle @EuropeCincy will get a free ticket to attend the EACC
Behind the Scenes: Planning of our Annual Conference and Gala 2021
By now you have likely heard the EACC will be hosting our Fall Conference and Annual Gala Dinner on September 16 at Drees Pavilion in Covington, Kentucky (Presented by Altix Consulting and Modula Inc.) With planning in full swing, we thought we would offer a snapshot of the work going on behind the scenes… The afternoon conference will focus on “Supply Chains, Logistics and International Trade.” The event will feature a keynote speech by Cain Moodie, Senior Vice President for Americas Region Network
EACC Welcomes New Member Guerbet
The EACC is delighted to welcome Consul member Guerbet. Guerbet builds lasting relationships so that it enables people to live better. The Company is a leader in medical imaging worldwide, offering a wide range of pharmaceutical products, medical devices, digital and AI solutions for diagnostic and interventional imaging. A pioneer since 95 years in the field of contrast media with over 2,600 people globally, Guerbet is continuously innovating with 10% of revenue dedicated to Research & Development and
EACC Summer Operations Update
As we head into summer and with many changes underway at the EACC, I wanted to take a moment to share some updates with our members: As you’ve likely heard by now, the EACC Board of Directors approved new membership levels and benefits at its April meeting. Our new membership levels (Consul, Minister, Ambassador, and Bridge Builder) are in effect and all new members will join under this scheme. Current members will continue to enjoy the same benefits provided under the previous membership structure through
Meet EACC Cincinnati Interim Operations Manager Claudia Schroeder
Dear EACC Members, My name is Claudia Schroeder, and I am the new Interim Operations Manager while Dayna O’Brien is on maternity leave. I was born and raised in Duesseldorf, Germany, and began my career with Kempinski Hotels, for which I traveled all over the world to train sales and marketing staff on our systems. I later led customer service departments and call centers for a wellness company, a fitness club chain and a medical technology company in Europe. In 2007, my husband, Thorsten, and I moved
Meet EACC Cincinnati Accounts Manager Kristina Lewis
Meet EACC Accounts Manager Kristina Lewis, who is a Business Associate with Fiducial (part of EACC member company JADE FIDUCIAL). Kristina joined the EACC family in mid-2020. Dear EACC Members: Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Kristina Rose-Lewis. I grew up in a small town in the Catskill Mountains in New York State. I attended college at Northwood University in West Palm Beach, Florida. I received my bachelor’s degree in accounting and graduated summa cum laude. While there, I met
EACC Member Miller-Valentine Group Helps Fourth Graders Build Connections to Future Career Paths
I recently learned about this partnership between EACC member Miller-Valentine Group and Adopt A Class (AAC), which is generating great benefits for both the firm and our community. When I discovered that over a dozen other EACC members work with AAC (including manufacturers like Givaudan and VEGA Americas, I knew this was a story we had to share. Be sure also to see these videos (from MVG CEO Elizabeth Mangan, a member of the AAC Board, and this one featuring EACC Board Member and MVG CFO Mike Dektas) to
EACC Behind the Scenes: Membership Levels Update
Close readers of the Newsbrief saw that the Board of Directors approved new membership levels and benefits at its April meeting. And some may recall our ‘voice of the customer’ study (in November 2018) which recommended, among other things, a review and update of our membership structures to ensure members clearly understand and can articulate the value of EACC membership. But few track these matters as closely as I do, so a quick review of where we are, how we got here, and what’s next might be of
EACC Member Spotlight: TyTek Industries - Design & Contract Manufacturing Serving Global Brands
By Susan Morgan Last week’s EACC Newsletter included our Member Spotlight on TyTek Medical – as promised, this week we include Part 2 on the TyTek Group, TyTek Industries. TyTek Industries was founded in 2001 when Chris Tyler, after several required relocations globally, decided to put down permanent roots in Cincinnati. He wanted the stability for his family and had grown quite fond of the Queen City. Leveraging his worldwide contacts he was able to launch the company quickly and within a few months
EACC Member Spotlight: TyTek Medical Takes Saving Lives to the Next Level
By Susan Morgan Many business owners are satisfied to operate just one company; dealing with all the trials and tribulations that come with business ownership. Many owners grow by adding related businesses, serving the same industry. Chris Tyler, President of the TyTek Group, on the other hand, understands the core benefits of operating multiple, unrelated businesses. This diversification strategy has served the TyTek Group well over the years… and continues to do so as we emerge from the pandemic. And
Save the Date: September 16 EACC Cincinnati Conference & Dinner
The COVID pandemic has prevented us from holding our usual Annual Gala Dinner in May in 2020 and 2021, but we did not want to wait until 2022 to try again. So on September 16 we will host H.E. Emily Haber, the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the United States as the keynote speaker at a Gala Dinner at the Drees Pavilion in Covington. Presenting sponsors for the event are Altix Consulting and Modula USA. Also on the afternoon of September 16 the EACC is organizing a conference on the topic
EACC to Hire Interim Operations Manager
As you may have heard, EACC Operations Manager Dayna O'Brien will be on maternity leave from roughly mid-July through mid-September. During her absence, the EACC will be hiring an interim Operations Manager. The EACC is asking our members and partners to help spread the word and share thisjob descriptionwith contacts. The Interim Operations Manager will be responsible for day-to-day EACC operations and administrative support. Additionally, this position requires membership, communications, and
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EACC Behind the Scenes: Board of Directors Holds Second Quarter 2021 Meeting
Many exciting new developments and initiatives were announced at the EACC’s regular quarterly Board meeting on Thursday, April 22. Official minutes of the meeting will be available once the draft has been approved by the Board, but I share this unofficial summary to keep our broader membership aware. After welcoming members and approving minutes from the January meeting, the Board approved the financial report provided by Treasurer Chris Flaig showing that our cash position has improved in recent months
EACC Launches Updated European Investment Map
The European American Chamber of Commerce (EACC) of Greater Cincinnati is pleased to announce the launch of our updated European Investment Map. The Map, first produced in 2010, provides a snapshot of European investment in the Cincinnati Region. Well over 200 European companies make the Cincinnati region their home, benefiting from our prime location, talented workforce, and high quality of life at affordable prices. This investment has created more than 34,000 direct jobs in sectors from aerospace and
The European American Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Texas to its Growing Network
The European American Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce the addition of Texas to our network. The EACC Texas Chapter was transitioned from the 41 year old French-American Chamber of Commerce DFW, whose Board agreed unanimously that including Europe as a whole is the future especially when it comes to building fruitful Transatlantic Business connections. The newly formed EACC Texas brings an additional 100+ Members to the EACC’s growing Transatlantic network including many in aerospace and
EACC Behind the Scenes: March 2021
One of the best ways the EACC adds value for our members is by building connections between peers where they can share best practices and create new relationships. So as I mentioned in my Behind the Scenes article last month, we’re launching a series of “Executive Huddles” where senior professionals from our operating company members can connect with counterparts. The first such group – our HR Executive Huddle – convened on Thursday March 25, and included representatives from thyssenkrupp Bilstein, VEGA
March 2021 Transatlantic Trade Updates
When two economies as large as the U.S. and Europe rub up against one another, it’s bound to create friction. And the departure of the United Kingdom from the European Union only added confusion. But now with Brexit in the rearview mirror and a new U.S. Administration, we’re starting to see tentative steps to reduce tensions. For example, US quotas on imports of European agricultural products have finally, after two years of negotiation, been adjusted to reflect Britain’s departure from the EU, with the UK
EACC Launches Leading Through Crisis Video Series
Friends: One of the most powerful roles the EACC can play is to build connections between our member companies and their leaders. When executives and managers share their triumphs and their challenges, new relationships are built that can lead to new ideas and better outcomes for all. That role was the inspiration for our new video/podcast series Leading Through Crisis: Conversations Between European and American Business Leaders. Each episode brings together two top executives from EACC member
EACC Behind the Scenes February 2021
I believe in the adage ‘underpromise and overdeliver’ and so have a tendency to be modest in describing some of the projects the EACC has in the works. However, coming out of what was a decidedly modest 2020, now is a good time to lay out for you some of the ambitious plans and programs we have in the works for 2021 and beyond. None of this will happen because of Dayna and me, nor because of the good wishes or best intentions of our Officers or our Board of Directors. Our ability to demonstrate our
VEGA Americas Sponsors 2021 Stammtisch Series
For the third year in a row, VEGA Americas – a global leader in the field of process instrumentation – will sponsor the Stammtisch series of the European American Chamber of Commerce Greater Cincinnati (EACC) in 2021. Stammtisch (a German word meaning ‘regulars’ table’) is a German tradition of friends and colleagues gathering regularly for conversation and fellowship, and the EACC’s Stammtisch brings together friends and colleagues from across the European and American business community to build and
EACC Welcomes New Member Sibcy Cline Relocation Services
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Sibcy Cline Relocation Services. Sibcy Cline Relocation Services (SCRS) goes well beyond the standard real estate transaction. The company's core focus in corporate relocation is to assist companies of any size with every aspect of their employee mobility program. SCRS is in its fifth decade of service working as a certified woman owned, Relocation Quality Certified, full service third-party Relocation Management Company (RMC). SCRS is regionally located in
Trade Policy Resources
Many people consider trade policy boring, irrelevant, or both. However, for EACC members who earn their keep on the flow of goods and services across the Atlantic and around the world, issues such as tariffs and dumping and countervailing duties can influence pricing, supplier choices and investment decisions. Trade friction has grown in recent years and is likely to continue, so it is important to stay current on the key issues. Below are some resources that may help. Of course the EACC regularly has
EACC Welcomes New Member Blum-Novotest, Inc.
The EACC is delighted to welcome Corporate Small Partner member Blum-Novotest, Inc. Blum-Novotest, Inc., is a fully owned subsidiary of Blum-Novotest GmbH, a leader in cutting edge measurement and testing technology, with more than 50 years of experience as a supplier for the worldwide machine tool, automotive and aircraft industries. A family-run company, Blum-Novotest has an international network of sales and service subsidiaries. As the North American subsidiary, Blum-Novotest, Inc. is responsible for
Meet 2021-2022 EACC Board Vice President Nelly Bonniol
Meet incoming EACC Board Vice President Nelly Bonniol as she introduces herself to EACC members I started my professional journey in my native country, France, and spent the first 17 years of my career in the aviation industry working for the French company Snecma-Safran. There I developed an expertise in both commercial operations and direct purchasing. Most of my work was focused on negotiating large scale contracts as either a buyer or a seller, with an impact of several billion dollars. In 2012, I
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EACC Behind the Scenes: 2021 EACC Board of Directors Elected at Annual General Meeting
On November 19 the Cincinnati Chapter of the European American Chamber of Commerce held its Annual General Meeting as required by our Code of Regulations. The Annual General Meeting is an opportunity for the broader membership of the EACC to be updated on EACC operations and to take part in electing representatives to serve on the Board of Directors; this year we also elected new officers. Because of the pandemic, the meeting was held via Zoom (and thanks to EACC Board Member and Managing Partner at
EACC Hosts 2020 Beaujolais Nouveau Nouveau
Despite the best efforts of the COVID-19 pandemic to derail our plans, the Cincinnati Chapter of the European American Chamber of Commerce (EACC) held a very unusual but successful Beaujolais Nouveau Nouveau celebration on Thursday, November 19. Our original intent had been to gather a few small groups in individual salons at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, with other groups and individuals joining from their homes, offices or other venues, and connecting everyone via teleconference. However, on
EACC Welcomes New Member Thomas More University
The EACC is delighted to welcome Partner member Thomas More University. The accelerated and graduate programs at Thomas More University are specifically designed to meet the needs of people with busy lives. The schedule makes it efficient, affordable, and convenient. Earn your degree at a highly regarded university in the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area while working full time, part-time, or caring for your family. Thomas More University is a small, relaxed, and welcoming university with a BIG
VV Just Italian Special Offer for EACC Members
Living in such unprecedented times has brought much change to our lives, yet our desire to show gratitude and care to those around us remains the same, if not greater than ever. Travel and restaurant dining may be on hold- but VV Just Italian can transport everyone to Italy through food. VV Just Italian brings Italian food back to its roots by focusing on flavor and better for you, real food ingredients. Quality over quantity. Clean over processed. Whether it be to say thank you or send holiday
EACC Behind the Scenes: Board of Directors Holds Fourth Quarter 2020 Meeting
The EACC Board of Directors held its final meeting of 2020 on Thursday, October 22 (via Microsoft Teams). Board President Yannick Schilly called the meeting to order at 4:30 pm and noted that this was the last meeting he would chair as President. Schilly reflected on the growth and progress of the EACC over the past four years when he was Vice President and then President and said that while the COVID-19 pandemic has been a bit of a setback, he is confident good things lie ahead under the leadership of the
EACC Welcomes New Member Spectrum Reach
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Partner member Spectrum Reach. Please see below to learn more about Spectrum Reach and the services they offer. We’re Spectrum Reach—your friendly neighborhood advertising experts. We harness the power of TV advertising for your business and offer one-stop shop marketing solutions, so you have access to every tool your business needs to grow. We're here to help businesses of all sizes grow through the power of TV, data, advertising innovation, community experts, and
2021 EACC Renewal Cycle Begins
The EACC has launched its 2021 membership renewal cycle! Current EACC member companies and organizations should soon receive in the mail a letter explaining that memberships automatically renew on January 1 every year. The letter asks members to confirm their primary and billing contacts, noting that invoices for the prepayment of 2021 membership dues will be sent electronically the week of October 19 (with payment due November 19). Members may also request to pay their dues next year; those invoices
EACC One Question Survey: August 24, 2020
A recent article in the Cincinnati Business Courier about how companies are adjusting operating procedures and schedules and office layouts, along with continuing reports about shortage of personal protective equipment for health care workers led us to wonder how our members are doing with efforts to protect their employees and whether these reported shortages are impacting efforts to reopen or maintain operations. So the question we asked was: How is the availability of Personal Protective Equipment
Collaborating to Better Manage Healthcare Costs
One of the most important and powerful things the EACC does is building connections that allow leaders to identify and solve shared problems. Last year, we organized a dinner with executives of our Italian member companies with no specific agenda – just to build new connections. During the event, several executives noted that they were seeking better ways to manage healthcare costs for employees. After dinner and over the next few weeks those discussions continued, and so the “Waymark Collective” was
EACC Behind the Scenes August 2020
EACC Accounting Manager Joanna Deri to Retire This month’s EACC Behind the Scenes is bittersweet. As some of you may know, EACC Accounting Manager Joanna Deri is set to retire at the end of this month. Joanna has truly been instrumental to the organization’s success and continued growth over the last several years. Whether it was creating membership invoices, taking care of deposits, reconciling bank statements or helping at Beaujolais Nouveau Premiere and the Annual Gala, Joanna always jumped right in!
Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership Update
The EACC is again working to support the Advanced Manufacturing Industry Partnership (AMIP) in its efforts to spark the imaginations of young people, parents and teachers in considering the potential of careers in advanced manufacturing. One of AMIP’s signature programs has long been Manufacturing Month (October), where companies hold open houses or host tours so students and parents and teachers get a better sense of the look and feel of a modern factory. AMIP is working to take Manufacturing Month
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Cancels European Tour
Some of you may recall as far back as the EACC Annual Gala in 2019 when we announced a collaborative effort between the EACC, the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky Chambers of Commerce, REDI Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky Tri-ED to work with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. [We provided an update on our efforts in the February 11, 2020 EACC CintriFuse, Source Cincinnati, Cincinnati Convention and Visitors Bureau, Munich Sister Cities Association, University of Cincinnati, CVG and others, all focused
EACC Board of Directors Holds Third Quarter 2020 Meeting
On Thursday, July 23, the EACC Board of Directors assembled (virtually, via Zoom) for its regularly scheduled quarterly meeting. Board President Yannick Schilly welcomed everyone and asked Board Secretary Jim Keller to review the minutes from the April Board meeting. Following up on one item, Jim noted that the EACC has identified Fiducial to take over our bookkeeping after our current Account Manager Joanna Deri retires in August. (He added that if anyone wants to contribute to a retirement gift for
EACC Operational Changes -- The EACC Goes Virtual!
On March 17, Dayna O’Brien (our Operations Manager) and I decided in light of the growing health crisis to vacate our offices at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber at 3 E. 4th Street and work from home. Like our colleagues at REDI Cincinnati and CUSARC and other building tenants (and many of you), we packed up our computers, grabbed some office supplies and files, and each of us set up shop in our homes, not knowing when we might return. Since then we have continued to engage our members through our
EACC Network Survey: COVID-19 Attitudes
In early June the Cincinnati Chapter asked members their feelings about resuming various activities and the COVID-19 Pandemic: when might you return to your office full time; when might you be prepared to attend a large work related gathering; when might you resume international travel. Based on those results we thought it would be interesting to extend the survey across the network to see how attitudes might compare across regions and across the Atlantic. Note that this is not a scientific survey; these
EACC Welcomes New Member VV Just Italian
The EACC is delighted to welcome Corporate Small Partner member VV Just Italian. VV Just Italian is an Italian food manufacturer and importer located in Cincinnati, Ohio. Established In 1970, Vigne Vecchie was born from a dream to transport everyone to Italy through food. This dream gathers the aspirations and emotions of their Italian grandparents, artists, artisans, and poets to help you truly experience their world through the authentic flavors of Italy. The company's products are produced with high
Congratulations and Best Wishes to Filip Geeraert
Long time friend and supporter of the EACC Filip Geeraert is retiring from his role as President & CEO of Deceuninck North America; we asked Anne Cappel and Joe Dehner to comment on Filip's role in building the organization.By Anne Cappel July 1st 2020, long time EACC member, past Board Member and Board President, Filip Geeraert is retiring from EACC member company Deceuninck. Since the first year of EACC Cincinnati in 2007, Filip has been an avid supporter of the EACC, passionately and enthusiastically
EACC Two-Question Survey: June 1, 2020
Last week the EACC brought back our ‘One Question Survey,’ which was launched in response to our 2018 Voice of the Customer study to ensure you as members continue to have a voice in what we do. (Since its been a while since the last One Question Survey, we threw in a bonus question and one for some demographics.) We sent the survey to close to 900 e-mail addresses and received 61 responses (a response rate of 6.9% percent). One question I always ask when considering whether the EACC should host an event
EACC Behind the Scenes - May 2020
The Power of the EACC Network The primary power of the EACC is our ability to connect our members – to each other and to resources and information that help to grow their business. Doing that within our chapters is relatively simple, but how to do that across the Atlantic and the network? In November 2019 we hosted our first “All-Chapter” webinar looking at the EU’s Autumn Economic Forecast; 39 people registered for that first event. Since then, nearly 2000 business leaders have signed up for events
EACC Network Releases COVID-19 Impact Stories
Every company and organization is finding ways to address the challenges imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Executive Directors of the EACC Network (from Cincinnati to Lyon, from Florida to the Netherlands, from New York to Paris to the Carolinas) thought it would be helpful and interesting to hear the stories of our members as they respond to the crisis. So we started collecting their stories and posting them to our YouTube Channel and our “COVID-19 Impact Stories” playlist. The Cincinnati Chapter
EACC Welcomes Returning Member Huntington National Bank
The EACC is delighted to welcome returning Partner member Huntington National Bank. Huntington is a full-service banking provider primarily operating across a seven-state banking franchise of Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Huntington's “Welcome” philosophy centers around deep relationship-building capabilities to best meet each customer’s specific needs. The Bank serves its customers through a banking network of over 800 full-service branches, including 12
Behind the Scenes: April 2019
The Board of Directors of the European American Chamber of Commerce of Greater CIncinnati met for its regular quarterly meeting on Thursday, April 25. After welcomes and introductions, the board reviewed and approved the minutes for its January 24 meeting. In accordance with Article III (A)(vi) of the EACC Code of Regulations, the Board appointed Cierra Clymer of REDI Cincinnati and Chris Flaig of MCM CPAs to serve on the board for the remainder of 2019. The Board also received a report from the Finance
Behind the Scenes: November 2018
"Behind the Scenes" is our monthly effort to give our members and friends some insight to what and how the EACC operates beyond just our numerous activities and programs. We'd love your feedback!From Executive Director Todd Schwartz Next month I plan to look back over 2018 and provide a recap of some of our accomplishments, but for this month I want to share with you some of the projects and activities I have in mind for 2019 and beyond. Note that none of this is written in stone; lots of factors will
Annual General Meeting; New EACC Board and Officers
As required by our Code of Regulations, the European American Chamber of Commerce of Greter Cincinnati held its Annual General Meeting in the Julep Room at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza on Thursday, November 15 (just before the Beaujolais Nouveau Première). After approving minutes for the October 25 Board meeting, attendees turned their attention to the primary agenda items, the elections of new directors and officers. Directors are elected for one year terms and officers for two year terrms, all
2018 October Behind The Scenes
The EACC Board of Directors met at the Offices of Frost Brown Todd on October 25. Board President opened the meeting with thanks to Frost Brown Todd for hosting us and congratulating EACC Operations Manager Dayna O'Brien on the recent birth of her baby. He introduced Cheryl Dixon-Smith as EACC Interim Operations Staff through the end of 2018. He also welcomed Jenni Larkins, VP for Finance at the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber, who will be joining the Board of Directors for 2019. Moormann noted that the
EACC Operations Manager Dayna O'Brien Takes Part in Blue Ash Sister City Trip
EACC member the City of Blue Ash has developed a sister city relationship with Ilmenau, Germany in the state of Thuringia. Last week, I had the opportunity and honor to travel to Ilmeanu representing the EACC and as part of the Blue Ash Sister City Delegation. The City of Ilmenau has approximately 30,000 inhabitants and is located at a height of 500m in the valley of Ilm, which runs through the town, and is surrounded by mountains and hills. Goethe first visited Ilmenau in 1776 and made a total of 26
