GBANE 2025: Global Trade in Transition

The Global Business Alliance of New England (GBANE) is proud to present its 31st Annual International Business Forum & Networking Evening hosted at Suffolk University:

Amid evolving trade policies, shifting alliances, and challenges to the global supply chain, this year's Forum explores how international businesses are adapting to a new era of global trade defined by accelerating technological change, strategic realignment and new partnerships.

The panel discussion with international experts, will be moderated by Doug Banks, Executive Editor, Boston Business Journal.

Program:

Opening Remarks

• Ken Vacovec, Suffolk University Law School Alum, Managing Partner, Vacovec, Mayotte & Singer and President of the MA Bar Foundation, by
• Amy Zeng, Dean of Suffolk University's Sawyer Business School

Welcome Remarks

• James Reginald Colimon, Deputy Director of Global Affairs & Protocol, Mayor’s Office, City of Boston
• Jeevan Ramapriya, Executive Director, Massachusetts Office for Trade & Invest

Keynote

• Shahruz Mohtadi, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, Suffolk University

Panel Discussion

• Michael Erb, Global Vice President, Fluence Energy
• Rahul Kappor, Director Healthtec, CPI
• Doug Banks, Executive Editor Boston Business Journal (Moderator)

More panelists to be announced!

Details of GBANE Member Organizations: www.gbane.org

Agenda:

5:30PM Check-in and Early Networking

6:00PM Welcome and Introductions

6:15PM Keynote

6:30PM Panel Discussion with international business representatives and experts covering

• Supply Chains
• Life Sciences/Pharma
• Financial /Taxation
• Manufacturing

Moderator: Doug Banks, Executive Editor of the Boston Business Journal

This event will be followed by a Networking Reception.

Tickets

• Members of Participating Associations: $40 (+ Eventbrite fees)
• General Admission $55 (+ Eventbrite fees)
• Suffolk Students and Faculty: Free admission (need to register)

Tickets are non-refundable, but transferable (you will need to let us know about any name change)

Sponsorship Opportunities

$2,500 SILVER Sponsor

(Limited to 2 sponsors only)

• Company Logo & Name prominently displayed in large print on all invitations, announcements, and event website
• Company Logo & Name featured on screens and printed event materials on the day of the Forum
• Recognition across all event-related social media before and after the Forum
• Opportunity to display promotional/marketing materials in the hospitality area (staffed by your own team)
• 5 complimentary tickets to attend the Forum

$650 BRONZE Sponsor

(Limited to 5 sponsors only)

• Company Logo & Name featured on screens and printed event materials on the day of the Forum
• Opportunity to display promotional/marketing materials at the event
• Company mention in post-event LinkedIn post
• 1 complimentary ticket to attend the Forum

Contact info@gbane.org for sponsorships or download the Sponsorship Flyer here.

Presenting Sponsors:

Vacovec, Mayotte & Singer - International Tax Law

Founded in 1978 as a tax law firm, Vacovec, Mayotte & Singer, LLP is built on a foundation of providing quality service to our clients. The focus of our firm is sophisticated tax planning, tax compliance, and related legal services for individuals, families, estates, and closely held companies. We advise our clients on both domestic and international tax matters, areas in which we have developed extensive experience. Our approach is to develop tax-effective strategies to meet our clients’ needs and to advise and assist clients with the resulting tax compliance requirements.

VMS represents clients before federal and state tax authorities, guiding clients through audits, disputes, and other complex proceedings before these government agencies. As a result of our unique experience, the firm frequently acts as special tax and legal counsel to other professional advisors working on behalf of their clients. www.vacovec.com

About GBANE:

The Global Business Alliance of New England (GBANE), is a collaborative effort of more than 20 International business associations & government agencies. The aim is to facilitate regular interaction between these entities to promote business, trade relations and understanding with countries worldwide.

View more details at www.gbane.org