About the EACC Mission To stimulate business and networking relations between Europe and the Cincinnati Tri-State

region EACC Network

A dynamic platform for EACC member companies to invest in the EACCs mission and to enhance their visibility and access to other EACC members

Highly focused on: 1. European companies seeking resources to establish and grow their business in the Tri-State region/USA 2. U.S. businesses aspiring to enter or grow European markets with their goods or services 3. Experts and service providers who are qualified and experienced working with 1. & 2. 4. Greater Cincinnati communities equipped to attract and grow European companies

2014 Key Strategic Initiatives

Business Development Initiatives EACC activities that directly benefit the business development of EACC member companies
Economic Development Initiatives EACC activities that contribute to the international economic development of the tri-state area Talent Development Initiatives EACC activities that focus on skills gap initiatives, training future global leaders, and challenges in international talent recruitment

Building Strategic Partnerships

EACC Opens a World of Opportunities Become a partner and contributor to the EACCs Mission
Gov/Edu 8%

Qualified Resources 40 %

Inbound 34 %

Outbound 18 %

Partnership Opportunities

Membership
Your membership opens a world of opportunities to: Attend EACC educational and/or networking events as well as business development programs Raise your companys visibility through sponsorships and speaking engagements

Sponsorship
EACC diverse programming offers a variety of formats and benefits: General public vs. more intimate select audience Formal one-of-a-kind vs. regular informal gatherings

Leadership
Business and community leader engagement for: EACC board of directors Select initiatives: Business-Economic-Talent Development/Committees

Membership - Building Strategic Partnerships

President Circle
Raising visibility and reputation of Tri-state region in national and international arena Contributing to corporate growth and job creation in the Tri-state region Attracting and retaining talent seeking a vibrant and diverse international community All Sustaining Partner benefits

Sustaining Partner
Qualification to participate in economic development initiatives Qualification to join in talent development collaborations Qualification to serve on select committees Priority reservation for sponsorship opportunities All Partner benefits

Basic Membership available for small inbound/outbound companies: Corporate Small Businesses between 2 - 49 employees Small Business Sole Proprietor (including worldwide locations) Benefits included in all levels: Invitation to EACC events; access to online member list; listing on EACC website; member introduction in EACC news brief; posting of EACC logo on member website

Partner
Qualification to partake in business development initiatives EACC referrals (as opportunities arise) Opportunity to present at EACC seminars (topic to be validated) Listing of partner events Job postings on EACC website and scheduled communications Qualification for posting white papers on resource page of EACCs website

Education and Networking 2014 Events Calendar

Jan Company Briefing and Networking Transatlantic Economic Outlook Gala Dinner Transatlantic Business Symposium Beaujolais/Annual Meeting Stammtisch L'Aperitif Welcome Event Executive Roundtable * * by invitation only (*) January RT will be Transatlantic Economic Outlook Feb x Mar April May June x July Aug Sept Oct x Nov Dec x

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Strategic Sponsorships at Events

Transatlantic Economic Outlook January event; 150 senior executives of international companies; morning program
Transatlantic Business Symposium August event; 150 executives and senior managers of international companies; morning program Company Briefing & Networking 4 times per year; 50 to 75 member companies; late afternoon

Gala Dinner May event ; 350 business leaders ; evening program

Beaujolais Nouveau November event; 250 business leaders; evening program Informal Networking Stammtisch at the Hofbruhaus; bi-monthly; 20 to 25 members; German atmosphere Aperitif at La Petite France; 6 times per year; 20 to 25 members; French Atmosphere Welcome Events 3 times per year; expatriates and members

Leadership Opportunities *

EACC Board Position

EACC Board is a group of experienced business leaders charged with the responsibility of leading the organizations vision and advising the staff on strategic actions Board members have the opportunity to serve on Ad Hoc committees such as conference, nominating, etc.as the need arises Board members support the EACC by sharing relevant information about the EACC with their networks and initiating and/or facilitating connections with appropriate companies/organizations Board Term is one year and is renewable for up to 6 terms

Economic Development Initiatives

Participate in trade missions with the goal to attract European companies to invest in the Greater Cincinnati area Connect with trade agencies, consulates and embassies building relationships and facilitating business expansion and retention of European companies in the Cincinnati USA region Meet European dignitaries and trade representatives to establish direct dialogue Come face-to-face with European trade agencies and partners to enable market entry and business growth in Europe

* All leadership positions are subject to a selection process

Leadership Opportunities *

Talent Initiatives
Strategically work together with leaders from educational institutions and other European-American companies to develop talent initiatives overcoming the skills gap in the Greater Cincinnati area Share the responsibility and best practices for sustainable workforce training in the Greater Cincinnati region Leverage your partnership to connect talents from regional schools with EACC international companies
* All leadership positions are subject to a selection process

Contribute in establishing Global Mobility programs Advise EACC member companies in aligning their human capital needs with their business strategy Assist executives in charge with the complexities of international relocation Facilitate professional and social integration of expatriates and their families in the Greater Cincinnati community Identify and recommend qualified professional services available in the tri-state region

Consulting Benefits
Partner members seeking custom-tailored advice may benefit from one-to-one consulting

The EACC and its team members possess years of experience in the EuropeanAmerican markets. They use this experience to connect you to specialized international experts in our region and in Europe to support all aspects of business development.

As an add-on service, we are able to support you with your very specific needs. We will work together with you, introduce you to European trade agencies and partners, assist you to find quality resources for your U.S. business development, and leverage our corporate partnerships to connect you with the talent you need. Fees for retained consulting services will be billed extra.

If your company encounters more specific challenges, that require in depth research on our part, we offer a variety of wideranging consulting options.