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Global Opportunity, Local Impact:
The Life Sciences Industry Responds to COVID
a panel discussion with industry leaders

Hear from 4 leaders how their work and the industry is impacting your own health and future here at home... and how the growing cadre of life sciences leaders and entrepreneurs across the Palmetto State are making waves around the world.

Jennifer Noel Fletcher is SC Deputy Secretary of Commerce

Join us, along with our co-hosts, Upstate SC Alliance and the European American Chamber of Commerce,
live online on Thursday, September 24 at 12:00 pm.

Sam Konduros is President/CEO of SCBIO - South Carolina Biotechnology Industry Organization

Shane Grivich is one of the Co-Founders and Chief Strategy Officer at ChartSpan Medical technologies

Nate Wilbourne is founder and CEO of Precision Genetics

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Full on Irish
with Celebrity Chef Kevin Dundon

Don't miss this Cultural Sensations Experience
Tuesday, September 29 @ 11:00am

Chef Dundon's lesson includes plenty of time for your questions, a chance to 'visit' Ireland, and the recipes.
FREE attendance; Registration required.

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Let's Get Business Moving: A New Plan for Supply Chain Innovation

Don't miss the last in our series of Supply Chain Updates: A Solutions Approach
Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 12:00 pm
A live, online, panel discussion with industry experts, moderated by Suzanne DickersonNew Layer

The Upstate of South Carolina is home to a thriving business economy leading the way in the automotive, aerospace, and advanced materials industries. Using innovation, technology, and training to address today's supply chain challenges and disruptions, our panelists will share effective strategies to increase supply chain performance.

Our Moderator, Suzanne Dickerson
SC Council on Competitiveness

Julie Branham
Director of Supply Chain for
Michelin North America

Gerald A. McDermott
Professor of International Business at the Darla Moore School of Business of the University of South Carolina; Faculty Director of the Folks Center for International Business

Dr. Nick Vyas
Executive Director and founder of Center for Global Supply Chain Management (CGSCM), and Academic Director, USC Marshall MS GSCM program

Please join us live online on
Wednesday, October 7 from 12:00 -1:30 pm

Free to Register; Registration required
Click Here!

Become a Corporate Partner

An investment in UI is an investment in our diverse Upstate community.

Enhance your company’s image as a responsible citizen in the ever-increasing global marketplace.

Be part of an organization that is forward thinking, inclusive, and diverse.

Increase your visibility as we promote your company and logo so you are seen as a leader recognizing the importance of the international community.

Contact Tracie Frese at 864-631-2188 or email her at [email protected] to learn more.

World Affairs Council Travel Opportunities

Membership in the World Affairs Council Upstate allows you the opportunity to TRAVEL THE WORLD with Cooperating Councils.

Enjoy all the highlights of touring, as well as access to political leaders and local experts

WAC trips offer an outstanding benefit of membership with WACU or any other local council.

Become a Citizen Diplomat and participate in panel discussions, visit a school, an NGO, dine with a family, or hear from the Imam for example.

Click Here for WACA travel opportunities

Embracing and Empowering all Nationalities in a Thriving Upstate

Upstate International (UI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that exists to empower people and businesses of all nations to thrive in the Upstate by connecting them through programs, events, and initiatives that foster the dynamic exchange of international cultures and ideas.

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WHAT ARE WE?

World Affairs Councils of America is the
largest nonprofit grassroots organization
in the United States dedicated to educating and engaging Americans on global issues with nearly 100 councils across 40 states reaching more than
half a million people a year.

Read about Why the upstate needs a World Affairs Council - Here, on Our Blog

UI Ambassadors

Our ambassador program is designed to connect you to other upstate residents and cultures through programs, groups, and activities.

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Francisco Sanchez

Sara Yoon

Monique Glass

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Meet the UI Ambassadors