Under the supervision of former US Ambassador to Germany and Ohio industrialist Mr. Tim Timken the students have been researching the implications of TAFTA on select economic sectors.  “The working assumption is that the “glue” that holds the US and Germany together is economic glue.”   Says... continue reading

The EACC recognizes the importance of training the future generations of global leaders and has incorporated an education plan in its strategic priorities.  The organization is fortunate to receive great support from member companies and engages business leaders in international programs at partner... continue reading

A leading European Industry clusters started their U.S. Tour in Cincinnati April 21st and 22nd.  Project WIINTECH, “Worldwide Intercluster Initiative for New materials and processes focused on clean TECHnologies” brought representatives from 8 European countries (Plastipolis from France, Proplast... continue reading

In January 2012, local authorities announced the first of a series of reforms to the Health and Welfare Benefits regulations in France. Further legislation has now been announced which will alter the requirements for medical plans to be provided by French employers to their employees under local law... continue reading

"I am very pleased that just one month after the announcement by the EU and the U.S. to go for this 'game-changing' trade deal, the European Commission is ready with a proposed mandate for the future negotiations," said EU Trade Commissioner Karel De Gucht. "We can now roll up our sleeves up and get... continue reading

International trade and business is vital to the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky economy.  Over 400 international companies employ more than 40,000 locally and in 2011 exports generated $18.7 billion for our local economy, and Europe is an essential economic partner.  Quantitative information... continue reading

On 13 February 2013, the EU and US have agreed to initiate the internal procedures necessary to launch negotiations on a Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership. This follows a recommendation by the "High Level Working Group on Jobs and Growth", created in November 2011, and chaired by EU Trade... continue reading

Finland was recently declared by The Economist as the new model for the rest of the world when it comes to innovation, education and entrepreneurial sizzle. Forbes has ranked Finland second on the list of the best countries to run a business. With such economic prowess, it’s no wonder the U.S. government... continue reading

Phillips related to the EACC audience that Greater Cincinnati and the City of Blue Ash had the community assets they were looking for, leading to the successful relocation of Omya in 2008.  Future growth of Omya in the Greater Cincinnati region has recently been announced - please read more in the... continue reading