2024 Archives - GABA Northern California https://gaba-network.org/norcal/category/past-events/past-events-2024/ GABA - Share knowledge. Gain insight. Expand connections. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:03:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/cropped-GABA_Fav-32x32.png 2024 Archives - GABA Northern California https://gaba-network.org/norcal/category/past-events/past-events-2024/ 32 32 Global Business Outlook 2025 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/global-business-outlook-2025/ Thu, 05 Dec 2024 13:20:35 +0000 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/?p=41378 The GABA Global Business Outlook 2025 offered profound insights into the transformative shifts shaping our world. From policy to technology, the evening’s conversations underscored the transformative power of collaboration in addressing shared challenges.

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]]> Navigating the Future of AI: The European AI Act https://gaba-network.org/norcal/navigating-the-future-of-ai-the-european-ai-act/ Mon, 18 Nov 2024 09:58:37 +0000 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/?p=41383 The panel debate on the European AI Act, held at SAP’s San Francisco office, highlighted differing perspectives on Europe’s approach to artificial intelligence regulation. Panelists defending Europe’s regulatory-first strategy argued that it ensures trust and safety in AI, which are critical for fostering innovation. They dismissed claims that Europe is lagging in AI development, instead…

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]]> AI Leadership: Can AI Earn My Trust? https://gaba-network.org/norcal/ai-leadership-can-ai-earn-my-trust/ Thu, 31 Oct 2024 09:21:52 +0000 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/?p=41311 The panel discussion on AI Leadership: Can AI Earn My Trust, hosted by SAP on October 22, ignited thought-provoking conversations on the evolving intersection of AI and trust. Panelists Molham Aref, Johannes Deubner, Archana Karnik, Christoph Leuze, Florian Neukart, Carol Scott and Sara Zare engaged in a forward-thinking dialogue, expertly moderated by Sabine Remdisch and…

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]]> Pathways to Gender Equity: Can Global Perspectives Lead to Global Solutions? https://gaba-network.org/norcal/pathways-to-gender-equity/ Fri, 18 Oct 2024 08:58:50 +0000 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/?p=41302 On October 15th, at Start2, over 40 GABA members gathered in Palo Alto for an engaging discussion on gender equity. The event, “Pathways to Gender Equity,” examined how transatlantic insights and industry best practices might offer solutions for women’s career advancement and economic status. Could a comparative analysis help address persistent issues like pay disparities,…

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]]> German Day in Golden Gate Park 2024 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/german-day-in-golden-gate-park-2024/ Wed, 02 Oct 2024 09:29:54 +0000 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/?p=41295 GABA was proud to participate in this year’s German Day in Golden Gate Park, celebrating German heritage and fostering cultural exchange in the heart of San Francisco. The event brought together members of the German-American community for a day filled with music and traditional food. For GABA members, it was an excellent opportunity to connect with…

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]]> A Look Inside The ZEISS Innovation Center California https://gaba-network.org/norcal/a-look-inside-the-zeiss-innovation-center-california/ Fri, 27 Sep 2024 09:43:45 +0000 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/?p=41263 Today, GABA members had the unique opportunity to tour the ZEISS Innovation Center California in Dublin. Opened in 2021, this state-of-the-art facility serves as ZEISS’s U.S. headquarters for medical technology and a hub for R&D, production, and customer service. During the visit, attendees experienced ZEISS’s cutting-edge advancements in optics, optoelectronics, and medical technologies, and saw…

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]]> NextGen Night Out in San Francisco https://gaba-network.org/norcal/gaba-nextgen-mixer-september-2024/ Fri, 27 Sep 2024 08:22:05 +0000 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/?p=41269 This young professionals event brought together a vibrant group, including a founder of an AI startup, an M&A manager, AR researcher from Meta, a Stanford graduate specializing in urbanization, and many more. Conversations ranged from...

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]]> A Memorable Evening at the Fall European Networking Event https://gaba-network.org/norcal/a-memorable-evening-at-the-fall-european-networking-event/ Thu, 26 Sep 2024 13:28:25 +0000 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/?p=41235 The Fall European Networking event at SAP Labs in San Francisco was an unforgettable celebration of the European business community in the Bay Area. Organized by the German American Business Association (GABA) in collaboration with the British American Business Council Northern California (BABC), the French American Chamber of Commerce San Francisco (FACC), and the Association…

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]]> Nine Vital Signs of Startup Success https://gaba-network.org/norcal/nine-vital-signs-of-startup-success/ Wed, 25 Sep 2024 12:14:50 +0000 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/?p=41215 During the webinar “The Nine Vital Signs of Startup Success,” Jeff Wallace and Kal Deutsch from Silicon Valley In Your Pocket (SVIYP) expertly outlined the nine key indicators that every startup should focus on to drive success: Product-Market Fit Ensure your product aligns with market needs. Competitive Advantage Define what sets your startup apart from…

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]]> GABA Women Meet – A Night of Empowerment and Insight https://gaba-network.org/norcal/gaba-women-meet-a-night-of-empowerment-and-insight/ Wed, 18 Sep 2024 09:08:23 +0000 https://gaba-network.org/norcal/?p=41253 Yesterday’s GABA Women Meet brought together an incredible group of women for an unforgettable evening! A huge thank you to Nicole Jacobi, the culinary entrepreneur behind Nico’s Plant Based Kitchen and Ludwig’s Biergarten, for sharing her inspiring entrepreneurial story, and to Patricia Roller, CEO of Vidlet Inc. and former CEO of frog design, for expertly moderating the event. Their insights into…

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