Thought Leadership - Trade Scenarios amid the Uncertainty
Global Trade Scenarios for these Uncertain Times (and Tariffs) The current economic and political situations have been generating a great deal of turmoil and uncertainty. What we do know is that tariffs and tariff uncertainty are higher. There are many theories as to the what, the why, and the impact of the tariffs and resulting trade conflicts might be, including:The intention is to lower US imports, but balancing US goods trade would take a multi-year recession to accomplish.Uncertainty and higher cost
Thought Leadership - Expanding to or within the USA
Expanding Operations to the U.S.: A Strategic Guide for European CompaniesRelocating or expanding operations from Europe to the United States involves navigating a complex web of logistical, regulatory, and cultural dynamics. As European companies look to access the robust and competitive American market, partnering with a local advisor, who is both knowledgeable and experienced, and offers end-to-end support, delivering tailored solutions across site selection, design-build project execution, and
Thought Leadership - Evolution of U.S. - EU Trade Relations
The Evolution of U.S.–European Trade Relations Authors: Kai Bitter, James Hardman, Annarita Vallese Europe and the United States share the world’s most extensive bilateral trade and the most integrated economic relationship. Given the scale and strategic significance of this relationship, strengthening transatlantic ties by addressing persistent and emerging trade barriers has long been a priority for both European and American policymakers. Amid current uncertainty, there is no way to comment
Thought Leadership - Is America Really Dominating Energy?
Is America Really Dominating Energy - or Are We Missing Something?You’ve probably heard the phrase “American energy dominance,” tied to headlines about rising oil and gas production. It’s true - the United States is now a net exporter of both oil and natural gas, thanks to technological advances and strategic investments. At the same time, renewable energy is booming, with solar capacity alone increasing more than 5,000% since 2010. These gains have created over 250,000 solar jobs, reduced electricity
Building Cohesive & Resilient Teams (Workshop)
Building Resilient & Cohesive TeamsSponsored by Credo Growth and VEGA "Dynamic very good presenters and content and practical results seen on site in reality"As business leaders and managers, we all know and understand the power and importance of our people, and indeed our business culture. Thousands of articles and books and blog posts and memes have been written on the topics of leadership skills, business culture and the value of our employees. We KNOW this. But how do we BUILD it? This is where
AUTOMATE 2025
The following was shared on LinkedIn by EACC AUTOMATE sponsor and long-time EACC supporter Altix Consulting:&##128640; The Future of Automation is Here! &##129302;Yesterday,Altix Consultingwas proud to sponsor and participate inEACC Cincy (European American Chamber of Commerce)AUTOMATE 2025, an exceptional gathering of 90 industry leaders exploring the latest advancements in automation, collaborative robotics, and digital transformation.The program featured insightful discussions and live demonstrations,
EACC YP Committee Returns Refreshed and Rejuvenated
YP Committee Returns with a New Leader and a New Plan One of EACC Cincy's key goals for 2025 is the relaunch, refresh, rejuvenation of our Young Professionals Program. To this end, Giacomo Lind was selected to lead the YP committee under the guidance of EACC Board Member, Andrea Costa (HORAN Wealth) and our own Claudia Schroeder. Early in 2024, the YP Committee organized a couple of well-attended events, and the intent is to reconnect with that energy and momentum in 2025, with a structured
A Meeting with Richard Hyde, Consul General of the United Kingdom to the Midwest
His Majesty's Consul General in Chicago, Richard Hyde, Visits Ohio and the Tri-State left to right: Deepa Mani, Global Issues Officer, British Consulate-General Chicago, Richard Hyde, Consul General Chicago, Nicole Fenyo, Executive Director EACC Cincy, Cierra Clymer, Director of International Business Development & Inclusion, REDI Cincinnati, Iain Whitaker, Senior Trade & Investment Officer, Defence, Security and Space (Midwest), British Consulate-General Chicago. On March 6th and 7th, 2025,His Majesty's
Industrial AI (Artificial Intelligence) – Buzz or Reality?
Industrial AI (Artificial Intelligence) – Buzz or Reality? Thirty years ago, industrial automation and digitalization was already a career path, and the transformation since then has been extraordinary. The acceleration of technology adoption in recent years has been unprecedented, with artificial intelligence (AI) leading the charge. Joseph Schumpeter’s concept of “creative destruction” highlights how innovation cycles accelerate, continuously reshaping industries. Industry 4.0 – marked by automation,
Introducing EACC Italy - Milan, March 20th, 2025
On March 20, 2025 EACC Italy, the 9th chapter of the EACCTransatlantic Business network, was introduced to the Italian business community in Milano, Italy at Anteo Spazio Cinema at Milano's CityLife S.p.A. location. Sponsored by JobsOhio and BE NKY Growth Partnership, the event welcomed close to 100 people who gained insights from the U.S. Consul for Commercial Affairs, Caroline (You Kyung) Chung and from a panel of Italian business leaders operations in the U.S. (Alessio D'Onofrio, Group
Ohio Business Roundtable - Energy Competitiveness Study
The OpportunityOhio is uniquely positioned to attract transformative industries due to its strategic location, diverse energy portfolio, and strong industrial base. Since 2022, JobsOhio has won 1,016 economic development projects, with $74.27B in associated capital investment. This underscores the state's appeal as a hub for innovation and economic growth. Ohio should capitalize on that advantage and be a leader in energy development. The ChallengeHowever, this growth presents urgent energy challenges -
United Kingdom ETA Travel Requirement
The United Kingdom is introducing an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system to enhance border security and streamline entry processes for visa-exempt travelers. This system will require individuals from visa-exempt countries to obtain an ETA before traveling to the UK.Implementation Timeline:January 8, 2025: Travelers from non-European visa-exempt countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and others, will need an ETA to enter the UK. (ch.usembassy.gov)April 2, 2025: The ETA
Operations Showcase - Hahn Automation & Rethink Robotics
Almost 50 people attended our first Operations Showcase of the 2025 hosted by HAHN Automation Group (HAHN) and Rethink Robotics (Rethink). The photos simply do not do the crowd and energy justice! Attendees first experienced how HAHN uses virtual reality in their sales and design process, before proceeding to the floor to see some of their robots in action: from a "simple" stamping operation to a machine tending application for injection molded parts. From there, participants went through to a second
Thought Leadership - HORAN Wealth 12-2024
United States Corporate Transparency Act Update The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), enacted in 2021 as part of the Anti-Money-Laundering Act of 2020, aims to combat illicit financial activities such as money laundering, terrorism financing, and tax evasion. It establishes a national registry for beneficial ownership information, requiring certain U.S. businesses to disclose the individuals who own or control them to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Department of the
Thought Leadership - DHL Express
Should Majesty Fall to Folly: A Cautionary Word for the U.S. and EUThese days a dedicated free trader isn’t that different from a twenty-year-old Beatles fanatic: both living well outside the glory days of their respective devotions. But in an era where escalating protectionist measures would undermine global trade relationships, it’s ever more important to swim against these tides. Our geopolitical future, supply chains, and economic health have so much to gain by holding tight to our deep common
Thought Leadership: Roedl-VL 11/ 2024
Trump's tax plans at a glanceThe election of the 47th President of the United States on November 5, 2024 and the victory of Donald Trump means potential changes, especially for European owned companies and investors. Four years after leaving the oval office, Donald Trump will now return to the White House in January 2025. In his election night speech, he already announced that he would "not rest until we have created a strong, secure and prosperous America". It is awaited how US tax law will change under
EACC Cincy Launches Global Cincy Magazine
Global Cincy Magazine EACC Cincy is proud to spearhead a new publication focused on highlighting the Cincinnati Region's rich international community. From industry to restauration to art to education, Cincinnati is home to not only foreign expats, but also to former U.S. expats, who themselves have experienced life and work abroad. Having a richly international community brings a transformative range of benefits to any region, weaving global perspectives into the local fabric in ways that
Member News: Perfetti van Melle
Perfetti Van Melle’s Sylvia Buxton Inducted into NCSA Candy Hall of Fame Erlanger, KY – (Oct. 30, 2024) Congratulations to Sylvia Buxton, President and CEO of Perfetti Van Melle Americas Business Unit, who has been inducted into the 2024 National Candy Sales Association (NCSA) Candy Hall of Fame. The ceremony took place on Saturday, Oct. 26 in Orlando, FL, and is one of the highest honors in the confectionery industry, recognizing lifetime career achievements, loyalty to the industry and going above and
Thought Leadership - CVG
CVG’s nonstop routes are key to boosting transatlantic trade Transatlantic air service is the backbone of global business and economic growth. The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) currently offers two nonstop flights to Europe. One to London, United Kingdom (LHR), with British Airways, and the other to Paris, France (CDG), with Delta Air Lines. These flights are not just about travel; they connect the region to key European markets, investors, and global supply chains. Now is the
TRANSFORM 2024
Unlocking Industrial AI: Seizing Opportunities and Simplifying ComplexityIndustry conferences, AI conferences, chamber events, seminars, luncheons, keynotes... all very ubiquitous nowadays and frankly a little overwhelming. Business leaders are being solicited left, right and center as they try to go about their daily lives - managing crises, maintaining strategic focus, and keeping the vision alive! The EACC strives to be different, not only keeping our promise of concrete value to our members, but
Thought Leadership - Miller Valentine
How Lean/Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) can Create Certainty in a VUCA World Like just about every other market sector, the construction industry has entered VUCA territory: Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous. In a VUCA market, traditional construction methods, such as design-bid-build, are becoming riskier undertakings. Projects that progress along a straight line marked by distinct hand-offs between design and construction lack the agility to effectively manage labor shortages, pricing
Thought Leadership - HORAN Wealth
Maximizing Your Charitable Impact: The Benefits of Bunching with a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) Relocating from Europe to the United States involves so much change! A significant difference you will encounter is the approach to charitable giving. Social safety-nets and cultural pursuits are often publicly funded in Europe. In the United States, individual giving to charitable organizations is critical to the survival of these organizations. Accordingly, the tax benefits of charitable giving differ
Ops Showcase - FESTO
Operations Showcase at FESTO On September 18, 2024 FESTO welcomed EACC members and prospects to their facility in Mason, OH. FESTO is a big name in our region - and around the world - and this Operations Showcase helped illustrate why.A Google search, and FESTO's own website (above right), will tell the story of a globally-active family-owned German business that manufactures process control and factory automation solutions. Our operations showcase showed us A LOT MORE!A few of the stats we learned:The
Ops Showcase - Butler Tech / Miami University
Operations Showcase at VORA with Butler Tech & Miami University Following an intriguing and exciting news headline that appeared earlier in 2024 (pictured above), a sizable group of leaders from industry and academia came together on on September 25, 2024 at the former VORA Technology Park in Hamilton, OH to learn - and see - what the advanced Manufacturing Workforce, Development, Research, and Commercialization Hub (The Hub) is all about. This groundbreaking initiative is spearheaded by a collaborative
USCIS Extends Green Card Validity Extension to 36 Months for Green Card Renewals
USCIS Extends Green Card Validity Extension to 36 Months for Green Card Renewals Effective Sept. 10, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services automatically extended the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (also known as Green Cards) to 36 months for lawful permanent residents who file Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card. Extensions and Receipt Notices: Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card Lawful permanent residents who properly file Form I-90 to
New Member Introduction - Bank of America
Bank of America: Helping you grow and prosper in a dynamic world Stay ahead of trends, uncover opportunities and drive growth with a bank you’ll never outgrow. Our relationship managers use local expertise, global resources, and best-in-class technology and solutions to help companies succeed and thrive. Bank of America offers integrated financial services to clients across all major industries in more than 100 U.S. and Canadian cities and 15 countries. Global Commercial and Business Banking teammates have
New Member Introduction - Mohawk Global
Supply chain management can be so much more than moving cargo from point A to point B. As supply chain solution experts with a global network of carriers and partners, we handle shipments both domestically and internationally. Since 1993, Mohawk Global has grown from our Syracuse, New York headquarters to a strong presence across the U.S., Asia, and Europe. Our core offering is comprehensive customs brokerage, where compliance is paramount. With over 30 licensed customs brokers, we ensure strict adherence
New Member Introduction - BRIDDGE Legal & Finance
Start your journey in Europe with BRIDDGE Legal & Finance Briddge is your one-stop solution offering broad client-oriented, tailor-made services for US-based companies that are planning to or have already expanded into Europe and the Netherlands. We can assist you in understanding all the requirements for getting established in Europe, or other solutions like acquiring only an EU-VAT number. We can provide all the expertise needed to start your company in the Netherlands successfully. We help manage every
New Member Introduction - SPRIMAG
COMPLETE COATING SYSTEMS FROM ONE SUPPLIER Sprimag Inc. (North America) is the premier equipment supplier for custom painting systems, surface coating applications, and internal coating equipment. The company is the leading provider of custom painting systems for the automotive, aerospace, medical, manufacturing, and consumer products markets. With almost 100 years of experience starting from the design and manufacture of industrial spray guns to the development of entire coating machines and automated
Melink Solar - Thought Leadership
Your Future Customers and Employees Want You to be Invested in SustainabilityGen Z is reaching adulthood and joining the workforce – their needs and desires must matter to businesses. As Generation Z enters adulthood, their influence over politics and consumerism is growing. Gen Z is the generation born roughly between 1997 and 2012, meaning that roughly all of Gen Z will be legal adults by 2030 and will make up a large portion of the consumer base and workforce. Now is the time to start thinking about
Paul Hemmer - Thought Leadership
Key Considerations for European Companies Relocating Operations to the U.S. Market Locating and/or relocating operations from Europe to the United States involves navigating a complex landscape of logistical, legal, and cultural differences. As European Companies look to tap into the robust American market, understanding the implications of site selection, design-build processes, and facilities maintenance becomes pivotal. This article offers insights for transatlantic business leaders to make informed
Thought Leadership - Roedl-VL
IRS Transfer Pricing Enforcement: What Your Company Needs to Know On October 20, 2023, the IRS unveiled its new transfer pricing enforcement initiative in response to the increased funding provided by the Inflation Reduction Act. This legislation allocated $80 million to the IRS for enhancing tax compliance efforts and other activities. What have we observed so far? The IRS has directed its attention toward medium and large foreign-owned businesses as part of this initiative. Their goal is to ensure
Thought Leadership - Gilman Partners
How Hiring Practices Differ Between the U.S. and EuropeJulie George, Partner & Executive Search Consultant – Gilman Partners For European companies establishing operations in the U.S., hiring the right leadership team on the ground is critical to jumpstarting success. Naturally, job applicants need the proper mix of experience, temperament, and skillset to be considered. However, as I’ve learned in over 25 years as an executive search consultant, differing expectations on each side of the table can
Ops Showcase - Salvagnini
Operations Showcase at SalvagniniOn May 29th, 2024, Salvagnini welcomed over 30 guests to their factory in Hamilton, OH, for the EACC's first Operations Showcase. On their US location's 40th anniversary, attendees experienced a unique behind-the-scenes view of the Italian machinery manufacturer's products, culture, history and mission. Because, even though Salvagnini has the largest panel-making machinery base in the world, they are about so much more than "just making machinery". In fact, when you listen
2024 - Expansion Barometer Survey
2024 Expansion Barometer: Hurdles and Opportunities for European and US Mid-size Businesses How can mid-size businesses better capture European and US market opportunities? Entering the year 2024, new opportunities and potential hurdles have appeared for businesses with foreign trade and investment projects. Notable regulations such as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in the US and the EU’s 2020 Green Deal have opened new markets. However, it is uncertain whether all businesses are benefiting
2024 - Thought Leadership - GCFTZ
ABC, XYZ, FTZ? What does it mean? We are familiar with many acronyms that areused in our business and personal life: EOD, ETA, QCDP, LOL, ASAP to name a few. How about these? Do the acronyms FTZ, CBP or ASF mean anything to you? If you suddenly feel like I am speaking a foreign language, I assure you that I am not. FTZ is the acronym for Foreign Trade Zone. The Foreign Trade Zone Program has been around since the 1930’s but has not garnered much attention over the years unlike Free Trade Agreements
2024 - Thought Leadership - HUB HORAN
SOLVING THE US HEALTHCARE PROBLEM - OVER DINNER! Based on a true story. The following discussion occurred at an EACC CXO dinner right here in Cincinnati. One of the attending European business leaders began to talk about his health insurance renewal experience... The names of the guests have been disguised to pique your interest! Picture, if you will, a large, rustic dining table surrounded by lively European business leaders enjoying a lavish dinner. The mood is animated, with a mix of
EACC welcomes new member BHDP
BHDP, an award-winning international architectural firm, is recognized for innovative and inspiring solutions in architecture, planning, interior design, experiential graphic design, project management, and strategic consulting. BHDP serves seven markets: Industrial, Workplace, Higher Education, Discovery & Science, Healthcare, Government, and Retail from its offices in Cincinnati and Columbus, OH, and Charlotte and Raleigh, NC. BHDP originated in 1937 when Cyrus Baxter formed his architectural firm in
2024 - Thought Leadership - Altix Consulting
Scaling Strategies for Foreign Industrial Companies in the US Market by Anne Cappel, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer, Altix Consulting The US market, with its vast opportunities, presents foreign industrial companies with a landscape rife with potential rewards, from access to a vast customer base to enhanced brand recognition and global competitiveness. However, foreign industrial companies will encounter hurdles that demand strategic adaptation as they seek to scale in the US
EACC member Melink Solar installing Solar panels at EACC member R. A Jones
More than 50% of Covington plant to be powered by solar panels, helping to reduce R.A Jones’ carbon footprint and lower its annual electricity costs.R.A Jones, a Coesia Company and global leader in the design and manufacturing of packaging machinery, is getting a massive solar upgrade at its Covington facility. The solar roof mount system is expected to produce more than 2 million kWh of clean energy annually, or more than half of the facility’s energy needs in the first year, which is enough to power 195
EACC welcomes new Ambassdor member Bannockburn Global Forex
EACC Greater Cincinnati is excited to welcome Bannockburn Global Forex as new Ambassador Member.Bannockburn Global Forex, a division of First Financial Bancorp, is a capital markets trading firm specializing in foreign currency advisory, hedge analytics, and transaction processing for closely held enterprises. We create distinctive value by optimizing our clients’ forex policies and processes to manage volatility and enhance EBITDA, recapturing earnings lost to inefficiencies. As our client’s integrated
EACC 2023 - A close from our Chair
2023 CLOSING WORDS FROM EACC GREATER CINCINNATI BOARD CHAIR NELLY BONNIOL 2023 has been my first year serving the EACC as Board Chair and I want to recognize my partners in crime, who are also serving the EACC during their free time: Antonio Pagano as Vice Chair, Mike Dektas as Treasurer and Cierra Clymer as Secretary.I would also like to recognize our New Executive Director, Nicole Fenyo, who joined our team last June. We are thrilled to have her among us as she brings tons of experience, expertise, and
British Airways announces Club Suite scheduled for CVG
British Airways’ award-winning Club Suite in Club World business class is scheduled on CVG flights through March 2024. The Club Suite features 40% more personal storage, direct aisle access from every seat, and a privacy door, among other luxurious features. Through the winter season, British Airways is operating flights to CVG up to 4 times weekly. The route is scheduled on the Boeing 777 fleet, subject to operational changes. First Class will also be available on the British Airways’ CVG route for
EACC welcomes new Consul Member NSolutions
EACC is proud to introduce our new Consul member N Solutions, please read below how they describe themselves and join us in welcoming Co-founders Jennifer and Calvin to the EACC family. N Solutions is comprised of business consultants who specialize in merging data analytics with workforce strategy. We believe that all businesses have amazing potential within their data and practices – they just need a partner with expertise to make sense of it. Whether your goal is 10x growth or total business
2023 Servati Chrismas Market at EACC Member Moerlein Lager House
&##127881; **Unwrap the Magic: Servatii Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt Returns with Enchanting Holiday Spectacle!** &##127876; Get ready to be swept away by the holiday spirit as the Servatii Cincinnati Christkindlmarkt returns for its triumphant second year! Nestled at the Moerlein Lager House on the enchanting Schmidlapp Event Lawn within Smale Riverfront Park, right next to The Banks, we're about to turn Cincinnati into the North Pole of festive fun! **Mark Your Calendar** From November 22nd through
2024 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 (EACC) held our Annual General Meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza. The order of business was to provide a status on our financial health and performance to budget, and the election of our 2024 Board of Directors and Board Officers. As of the end of Q3, the EACC Greater Cincinnati was financially healthy with a bottom line on
2023 Beaujolais and More
2023’s Beaujolais & More The EACC’s annual Beaujolais Nouveau soiree, held on the second Thursday of November, date of the launch of the annual Beaujolais Nouveau wine in France, has a long history in Cincinnati – starting with the EACC predecessor organization, the FACC – French American Chamber of Commerce. This year, we decided to make it more: more European, more engaging, more fun… While the focus of the event was on enjoying one another’s company, as old friends and new ones, with a selection of
EACC Board Meeting October 2023
The EACC Board of Directors held its third meeting of 2023 on Wednesday, October 25that the offices of Frost-Brown-Todd. A majority of the board members were able to attend in person with only a small handful connecting remotely. Some were meeting the EACC’s new Executive Director, Nicole Fenyo, for the first time. A new Board Packet, containing a set of new metricsand new marketing materials, was shared with the board members ahead of time. These included: The new the EACC TRANSFORM 2023 video The
Blum Novotest expands into new North American Headquarters
We are excited to share the following news from our member Blum-Novotest. What a great commitment to our area! We wish them all the best in their new facility. Erlanger, KY - Blum-Novotest, Inc. recently purchased and moved into a new North Americas Headquarters. The move more than doubles our office, customer technical center and warehouse square footage. The new facility is just about a mile from the existing building and is located near the airport. The new Blum-Novotest address as of August 21, 2023
EACC Welcomes New Member R.A Jones
The EACC is delighted to welcome new Envoy member R.A JonesAbout R.A Jones: Experience what over 100 years of engineering excellence, superior customer service and being a part of Coesia , the largest network of packaging technologies and process solutions in the world, can bring to your production line and service challenges. R.A Jones is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of primary and secondary packaging machinery for beverage, chemical, consumer goods, dairy, food, pharmaceutical, and
EACC Welcomes New Consul Member Hamilton Safe
Company Bio: Hamilton Security is one of the largest manufacturers of physical security products, safes, vaults, pneumatic tube systems, and audio-visual systems in the United States. Our products are sold through our networks of authorized Channel Partners in over 200 cities, including international sales. Hamilton also sells a complete line of GSA Approved and U.L. Listed Security Products to the Federal Government and Government contractors through Hamilton products group (HPG). HPG has been
EACC Welcomes New Consul Member Big Language Solutions
EACC Cincinnati is delighted to welcome new Consul member Big Language Solutions. BIG Language Solutions’ mission is to be the trusted communication link for our customers, enabling them to overcome language and cultural barriers to reach new markets, deliver equal access to services, and to establish quality relationships with their customers. With offices in 26 cities worldwide, they offer a robust and varied portfolio of language services in over 300 languages and dialects. Their core services include
EACC Welcomes New Consul Member Tekima
Tekima is an Italian manufacturer of industrial cables with a branch in the United States, focused on products according to UL and CSA standards. The range suits any sector in the industrial automation field. Tekima carries the “processed wire certification” released by UL that allows it to keep the original certification even after cutting. Tekima’s cables are uploaded to important CAD/CAE databases such as EPlan, WSCAD, and SPAC. Since its foundation, Tekima has been organizing yearly technical
British Airways starts direct service between Cincinnati and London
British Airways touches down at CVG British Airways has launched nonstop flights between London Heathrow and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), US destination #27 for the airline. Flights operate five days a week during summer and four days a week during winter. For the inaugural departure on June 5, British Airways and CVG Airport celebrated at the gate alongside customers, colleagues, and crew with live music and theatre performers, refreshments, remarks and more. On board,
Annual Gala Dinner 2023
We are excited to announce that our Annual Gala Dinner with His Excellency Jean-Arthur Régibeau, Ambassador of Belgium to the United States was a huge success. The event was held at the beautiful Drees Pavilion, which offered stunning views of the city. The food, prepared by Jeff Thomas, was excellent and received many compliments from our 275 guests at this sold-out event. Moreover, the keynote speech by his Excellency during the event was inspiring and left the audience feeling motivated and energized.
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 & Melink Solar host ''Sustain 2023''
On May 16, 2023, we hosted SUSTAIN 2023 with Melink Solar at the Melink Facilities in Milford, Ohio. Melink built Ohio's first zero-carbon footprint HQ. They have built a brand that is internationally recognized as a leader in sustainability, grown their business substantially, and reduced their monthly electric bill to $0.We explored the question of how are local and international businesses leveraging the SUN to help their businesses?We learned from the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden that they
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 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)
