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𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 - 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐍𝐨𝐰: The 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 will take place in Graz, Austria from 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟏𝟑-𝟏𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒. An exciting and inspiring best practicing and networking program awaits you! 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦: We start our High Performance Trip on Thursday, June 13, 2024, with a Meet & Greet with 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐄𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫-𝐌𝐢𝐞𝐝𝐥, Member of the Provincial Government and responsible for Economic Affairs, followed by insights from the management at 𝐆𝐋 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚. In the evening, we will round off the first day of our High Performance Trip together. On Friday, June 14, 2024, we will receive exclusive insights from the top management of 𝐀𝐕𝐋 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭, followed by lunch. More details will follow. Stay tuned! 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Application is open only to former and current Fellows of the Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation. To apply, please send a letter of motivation, explaining why you should take part in the trip, to office@marshallplan.at 𝐧𝐨 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐎𝐁 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒. The Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation and partners of the High Performance Trip will cover the cost of the on-site program, accommodation, and meals on both days. We are looking forward to hearing from you! 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐩: "The Marshall Plan Foundation has organized an outstanding event. As part of the first Marshall Plan trip to Linz, we had the opportunity to get to know very interesting companies and also to exchange ideas with other Marshall Plan Fellows. All in all, I would recommend everyone to register for the trip and exchange ideas with other Fellows." - Moritz Stifter „Participating in the High-Performance Trip following my research visit to the U.S. has been an enriching experience. Engaging with fellow exchange students and visionary leaders from Austrian industries surpassed conventional learning, leading to insightful discussions that widened my perspective on leadership and the value of diverse viewpoints. Moreover, connecting with Austrian industry professionals not only provided valuable insights but also inspired my future career endeavors.” - Luigi Berducci

Last week I was invited to the conference "Portugal, o pais onde vais querer estar" organised by the Associação Business Roundtable Portugal, where I had the opportunity to speak with the Portuguese PM Luis Montenegro about the reasons qualified people move abroad in the search for career opportunities. What I found in the UK was far from an easy life, and leaving my home country was a difficult and well pondered decision. But here are some of the reasons that made me stay in London for this long: - An open, more inclusive social fabric that supports and celebrates individual success - A dynamic economy that provided me with opportunities for growth, both in my career and on a personal level - Excellent resources in my area of AI, Data and Analytics, in tune with large investments in R&D both at an academic and industrial level - A simpler set of fiscal rules that do not punish career growth I am proud of being Portuguese and thankful for the quality of life and excellent education I was able to receive as I grew up. But, in my view, for Portugal to be more competitive it needs a few years of hard work that is focused on not just immediate returns, but mostly long-term change: - Higher investment in Academia and R&D; we have some of the best scientists in the world, and fail to capitalise on this - A shift away from the risk-averse mindset that makes us have a fear of success; this takes us further away from a proper meritocratic system and curbs growth - Foundational reforms in 4 main pillars: Education, Health, Economy and Justice, so we can effectively distance ourselves from the dangerous populist, ill-informed far-right movements, while supporting both people and companies and ensuring the Justice system is fast, fair and accountable for their actions. Thank you to the Portuguese Prime Minister and Rosália Cubal Pena who joined me on this panel, and to Pedro Ginjeira Nascimento, Ângela Correia and the rest of the ABRP team for the invite and for organising an event that shone a light on not just the problems, but also the great work that is done on a daily basis throughout Portugal. If you'd like to see the interview we gave to TVI (in Portuguese) you can find the link in the comments.

𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀: 𝗠𝘆 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 (𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 + 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧) The German American Conference at Harvard (in short: GAC) is known for fostering transformative discussions and innovative ideas, bridging cultures to strengthen the transatlantic alliance. This year's theme, 'HARD CONVERSATIONS,' encapsulates the event's essence: addressing challenging topics to drive meaningful change. The GAC not only offers an exceptional team and stimulating dialogues but also provides a unique glimpse into another culture. It emphasizes the importance of strong relationships in the realms of economy, politics, and beyond. I firmly believe that a robust partnership between Germany and the USA is crucial, benefiting both nations. 𝙼𝚢 𝚙𝚎𝚛𝚜𝚘𝚗𝚊𝚕 𝚎𝚡𝚙𝚎𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚗𝚌𝚎 has been enriching so far. I have built lasting friendships, connected internationally, gained new insights, and strengthened i.a. the bond between WHU and its alumni who are already studying at Harvard. These experiences have inspired me to take a more active role in shaping the future of this conference. 𝙼𝚢 𝚐𝚘𝚊𝚕 is to unite people from diverse organizations, associations, universities and last but not least my university, WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, for this remarkable event. I’m thrilled to collaborate with our outstanding team to ensure this conference is unforgettable for all involved. 𝐓𝐚𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬, 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝. 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫, 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭. 𝙹𝚘𝚒𝚗 𝚞𝚜 in strengthening transatlantic bonds. Your support is vital in making GAC 2024 extraordinary! -- PS: Thanks for the collaboration! This year team is organized and led by Stephanie Armbruster, Thilo Kerkhoff, and Lukas Manske, along with many others (Emily Hackett, Frederik Braun, Jonas Bruns, Tamsyn Karlotta Garinet, Niklas Engel, Robert Havkin, Sophie Tiefenbacher, Sue Mitschke, Kai Krautter, Paul Künzle, Thomas H., Anita Shanker, Nandita Suri, and many more). PPS: We are still seeking additional high-level speakers and fundraising opportunities. If you have any leads or would like to support the GAC in any way, please reach out to me (or any one of us). -- Here's a photo from last year that captures a snippet of the event. #mywhu #exchange #germanamericanconference #harvard #transatlanticexchange #vallendargoesboston

The 4 Day Week Conference is happening this week in Porto! 🇵🇹 But you can join in online by scanning the QR code below. ⬇ What to expect from the conference: 📰 Launch of the Portuguese 4 Day Week Trial Results - the first-ever government-funded 4 day work week trial for private companies - by Portugal's National Partners and Researchers Pedro Gomes and Rita Fontinha. 💡 Talks from the 4 Day Week - Global team such as Charlotte L., Dr. Dale Whelehan, Gabriela Brasil, Karen Lowe and Úna Harty. 🌍 Insights from global representatives such as Carsten Meier who is leading the Germany 4 Day Week National Trial, and Franco Zullo, who is currently recruiting for Italy's first 4 Day Week National Trial. Scan the QR code to register for the online session taking place on the 27th of June, live from Universidade do Porto. We're so excited to share the key findings from the Portuguese National Trial very soon. 🚀

Small changes, big results! Featuring Best Diplomats again as our Client of the Week. You may remember them from an earlier post. Best Diplomats is an amazing organization that trains future diplomats through international conferences. They provide a platform for young leaders to engage with global issues and work on impactful solutions. Here’s what we did for them this time: Room allocation improvements: Updated their system to make sure room assignments are error-free. Enhanced check-in process: Added manual entry option for delegates facing issues with passport scans. Simplified room management: Simplified the room assignment process, making it easier to handle multiple room-sharing requests and prioritize correctly. The Results: ✅ Faster and smoother room allocation and check-ins  ✅ Fewer errors in room assignments  ✅ Less need for manual intervention These updates were all about making things simpler for both delegates and organizers, so their conferences run as smoothly as possible.

Attended my first EGOS (European Group for Organizational Studies) colloquium in Milan. Presented my work-in-progress with my co-author Sari. A pleasure to be part of this community. The dynamic relationship between organizations and sustainability are at the forefront of interests in academic research. There was a lot to learn as academics from over 90 countries showcased their current work and insights on time, innovation, and sustainability. Interesting discoveries of innovation and how time-related risks in sustainable actions impact organizations globally. There are many complex issues to be solved that require rigorous research and collaboration between academia and industry practioners in the critical transition towards a more sustainable economy. More so, the consequences of making (or not making) actions and their long-term impacts need transparency so that organizations can make informative decisions.

🌍✨ The European Commission and the EHL Bureau are inviting cultural heritage sites to apply for the European Heritage Label! ✨🌍 🙌 The European Heritage Label is an initiative of the European Commission aimed at highlighting fundamental European values, shared history, culture, and cultural heritage. This initiative contributes to fostering a sense of belonging to the Union and promoting intercultural dialogue, especially among European youth. 🏅 The awarding of the Label occurs every two years, with each EU Member State eligible to submit a maximum of two Site proposals to the European Commission, with one site eligible for selection. 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚 👉 Candidate Sites for the European Heritage Label must demonstrate in their application their intrinsic European values and the role they played in European culture and history and/or the build-up of the Union. We have gathered deadlines for a few of the EU countries as follows: Italy: Application deadline is November 7, 2024. Czechia: National deadline is November 15, 2024. Romania: Application deadline is November 15, 2024. Latvia: Deadline for national pre-selection is November 18, 2024. Portugal: Application deadline is November 29, 2024. Austria: The deadline was September 1, 2024; pre-selection is ongoing, with full applications due by December 31, 2024. Bulgaria: Submission deadline is January 15, 2025. 🌟 We also want to acknowledge the Sites from countries where the application process has already closed. Best of luck to all candidates from the following countries: Belgium: Closed in early September. Spain: National candidacy deadline was September 13, 2024. Netherlands: National deadline is October 1, 2024. Finland: Closed in June 2024. Germany: The national submission deadline for the 2025 selection round passed on November 30, 2023. The next submission deadline for the 2027 selection round will be on November 30, 2025. Ireland and Malta: Selection process is ongoing. 📍 If you need more information and want to reach your EHL National Coordinator, please contact us!

🔔 Workshop invitation! We invite you to participate in a workshop on how to engage with EU-funded projects. This session will provide an overview of Horizon Europe and guide you through the benefits and steps of getting involved in EU research and innovation initiatives. 💡 Why attend? -Understand how EU projects can provide opportunities for innovation funding, international collaboration and market access -Learn how to navigate the application process, including how to build strong partnership that combine industry, research and academia -Explore the benefits of participation, such as gaining regulatory insights and advancing your company’s digital transformation and sustainability goals 👤 Who should attend? -Industry professionals interested in leveraging EU funding for innovation -Technology developers and researchers looking to collaborate internationally -Policy makers and those involved in digital transformation and Industry 4.0 ⭐ Moderators: Ahmed Nabil Belbachir and Antonio M. Ortiz, PhD from NORCE Norwegian Research Centre 📅 Date: 17 October 2024 📍 Location: Kristiansand, Norway Join us to connect with experts and unlock new pathways for collaboration and innovation through EU projects. Register now: https://okt.to/AHuUnI

9th class me who binge-watched every single video there was on Youtube about 'Harvard' would have shrieked with happiness at any sentence with the combination of/containing the words "Congratulations", "accepted", "Harvard", being dropped in my inbox. To be perfectly candid, 19-year old also did. While, I may not have ever applied there, (as the 9th class me dreamt) and this is not my acceptance letter to the university, HPAIR still means a great deal to me. The Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations is a renowned platform that brings together the youth and international leaders from multiple domains, to engage in impactful dialogues, majorly pertaining to issues in the Asia-Pacific Region. Now, I'm sure many you might have already heard a great deal about HPAIR, but did you know about the HPAIR virtual conference? Even with all that zeal, it was not until very late that I discovered about this opportunity, or, rather, a viable alternative, as you may call it. HPAIR virtual summit is only happening for the second time this year, and here are some of the reasons why you can consider it as an equally important and viable alternative to the in-person conference while applying: 1. Accessibility: If you're someone like me who can not fly out to Bangkok(or any other future host Asian country) due to commitments or other reasons, the virtual conference provides a fantastic opportunity to engage in these dialogues from anywhere. 2. Extended Application Period: The application window for the virtual conference runs a little longer as compared to the offline conference. Warning though, don't take it as a sign to procrastinate your application as competition equally multifold in the virtual conference due to greater accessibility and convenience of the virtual mode. :) 3. Affordability: You can always save out on the bank balance through the virtual format, escaping all that transportation and accommodation expenses. All in all, I'm deeply grateful to Harvard Project for Asian and International Relations (HPAIR) for giving me this wonderful opportunity to further explore my interest in International Relations. Lastly, a fun fact, the application process is pretty thoughtful and seemed extremely thorough and genuine. The questions were designed to make one reflect honestly on issues we are genuinely passionate about. :) To HPAIR'24!