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Registrations via the website are now closed, however walk in registrations will be accepted at the door.
Wednesday, August 25th, 2010
US Brazil Business Forum and Cultural Exchange
2:15 PM - 8:00 PM
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Download the "US Brazil Business Roundtable" Brochure
Registration fees shown at bottom of this page
The Standard Club320 S. Plymouth Ct.
Chicago, IL
Brazil is the world's latest success story!
Brazil was one of the first countries to emerge from the international financial crisis. The strong Brazilian economy is sustained by a stable and vibrant democracy, innovative people, abundant natural resources, and cutting edge technology.
Brazil's economic potential provides many untapped opportunities for U.S. and Brazilian businesses to work together in a welcoming business environment.
Learn how to enter the Brazilian market from recognized experts at the business forum. After the forum, enjoy a taste of Brazilian culture at the cocktail reception and make personal connections within the Brazilian-American business community.
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2:15 – 3:00 pm
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Registration and Networking
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3:00 pm
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Welcoming Remarks
Craig A. Miller, CEO, ACG Chicago
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3:05 - 3:30 pm
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Overview of Brazil: Has Tomorrow Finally Arrived?
Dr. Paulo Vieira da Cunha, Partner/Head of Research, Tandem Global Partners
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3:30 - 4:00 pm
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Interview with Hon. João Almino, Consul General of Brazil in Chicago moderated by Bill Moller, President, William G. Moller Communications, LLC
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4:00 - 5:00 pm
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Doing Business in Brazil
Panelists:
Jan Hertzberg, Executive Director, Grant Thornton LLP
Luis J. Mateus, Group President, Illinois Tool Works Inc.
Alberto Machado, Managing Partner, Opus Global Group
Thomas A. Doyle, Partner, Baker & McKenzie
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5:00 - 6:00 pm
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Cross-Border U.S./Brazil M&A Deals & Issues
Panelists:
Wesley M. Figueira, Head Partner, ACAL - Member of RSM International Network of Financial Services Firms
Eduardo Leite, Chairman Elect, Baker & McKenzie
Eugene Rostov, President, E. Rostov & Associates
Panels Moderated by Ian McCluskey, Principal, Thought Leadership International
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6:00 – 8:00 pm
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Cocktail Reception & Cultural Exchange
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Registrations via the website are now closed, however walk in registrations will be accepted at the door.