Growing Globally: Building Bridges between Europe and Silicon Valley April 25, 2012

The act of expanding globally ...whether you're looking for suppliers or financing, or expanding into new markets - can be intimidating. Not too long ago, a business had to reach a certain size before it was thought suitable for international expansion. Nowadays, even small businesses are going global... And they do it fast! Key to an international expansion is smart networking strategies and strategic growth of global relationship bridges.

Global entrepreneurs and leaders join a dynamic panel discussion about the key role the innovative process plays in the development and success of building businesses internationally. They will discuss opportunities and issues to successfully build professional bridges between Europe and Silicon Valley.

Topics to be discussed:

- Which global innovations have had the most impact in the last 5 years? How do they build international bridges among various countries? What are the consequences?
- What are some effective innovation strategies in Europe? What can we learn from them here in Silicon Valley?
- What will lead companies into the 21st century as global innovators?

Panel:

- Robert Oberhofer, Ph.D., VP Product Management, Skyfire
- Hubert Nuygen and Eliane Fiolet, Co-founders Ubergizmo
- Frederic Tardy, CEO, L'Atelier
- Alain Harrus, Partner, Crosslink Capital

Moderator:
Angelika Blendstrup, Ph.D., Executive Communications Coach and GABA Chair International IG

Agenda:
6:00 - 7:00 pm Registration and Networking Reception
7:00 - 8:30 pm Program
8:30 - 9:00 pm Networking

Complimentary appetizers, beer, wine and soft drinks will be served.

Official Website: http://www.gaba-network.org