Business Spotlight: Kristiansand (Norway) & Austin (Texas)

The World Affairs Council of Austin, along with the City of Austin, Business Region Kristiansand, the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Kristiansand are pleased to present this informative business opportunities briefing. American corporate executives are encouraged to explore and leverage the existing trade relationship between Central Texas and the Agder Region of Norway.

This interactive program will provide attendees with information about the resources available to companies considering a trans-Atlantic expansion. Attendees will learn how Kristiansand provides a platform to enhance business growth within Norway and Europe, as well as further markets through its geographic location, human capital, infrastructure, government vision, and innovative spirit.

In addition, this program will feature a fast pitch session by companies specifically selected to demonstrate the Agder region's strengths in the SaaS, wearable tech, film and creative industry sectors.

Reserve your seat now to learn more about the business opportunities available via this dynamic Nordic city.

Agenda

11:45 AM Registration and networking

12:00 PM Welcome remarks

12:10 PM Past highlights of the Kristiansand (Norway) & Austin collaboration

12:20 PM Introduction to Kristiansand & Agder region and visiting delegates

12:30 PM BBQ lunch and fast pitches by Kristiansand/Agder region companies including:

SunSense

Telaris PCS

Oya Interaktiv

2:00 PM Event concludes