In our GACC South podcast, Matthias talks to various players in the business world about current topics. More business-related podcasts with people from the GACC South community and beyond will follow on a monthly basis.
EP.:13 - Nick Masino, President and CEO of Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
November 14, 2024
In this episode of GACC South Unplugged, Matthias Hoffman is joined by Nick Masino, President & CEO of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce.
Nick discusses his background, including his years serving as the Bürgermeister (Mayor) of Suwanee; how he has brought diversity to the Chamber’s Board of Directors; and his vision for the future of Gwinnett County.
September 2024
In this episode of GACC South Unplugged, we dive into the future of Mercedes-Benz USA with CEO Dimitris Psillakis!
From electric G-Class to carbon-neutral goals by 2039, learn how Mercedes drives the shift to greener, smarter mobility. Plus, Dimitris shares insights on innovation, autonomous driving, and the role of their U.S. facilities in shaping the brand’s future.
Oh, and what does Greece have to do with it?
Tune in to find out how this Mediterranean-transatlantic connection adds a unique twist to the conversation!
March 27, 2024
This GACC South Unplugged episode features Matthias Hoffmann and VfB's Rouven Kasper discussing the club's strategy:
Explore VfB Stuttgart's innovative journey in football and community connection in this episode.
March 4, 2024
Curious about the impact of #GermanAmerican relations on our economy and culture? Tune into GACC South Unplugged for a chat with Matthias Hoffmann, and Melanie Moltmann, Germany's Consul General in Atlanta.
Explore: The German Consulate's dynamic role in Atlanta, the significant effects of German-American business partnerships, and Germany's leadership in climate action and feminist foreign policies
Discover the depth behind the German descriptor 'interesting' in our engaging discussion.
September 18, 2023
Delta Airlines, known for its extensive network with 900 peak-day flights globally, is not just Atlanta's primary carrier but also a top employer, celebrated for fostering an exceptional workplace through #DeltaCulture.
Michael Jacquorie, Delta's Managing Director and GACC South Board Member, shares, "If you treat your people well, they will treat your customers well," in our latest #GACCSouthUnplugged episode.
Join us for a deep dive with Michael Jacquorie and CEO Matthias Hoffmann, as we discuss Delta's culture, their partnership with Tom Brady, engagement with GACC South, and the latest on Delta's Skymiles program for 2024.
August 19, 2023
"Think Global, Produce Local" underpins ZF's commitment to shortening supply chains and cutting CO2 emissions for cleaner, safer mobility.
In the latest GACC South Unplugged, we chat with Tobias Brugger of ZF Group Gray Court, innovators in mobility technology for over a century, from gears for Zeppelins to systems for modern vehicles.
As the shift to electric vehicles gains momentum, ZF adapts with innovative solutions for a future without engines or transmissions.
Join us for an insightful discussion on achieving net zero, ZF's contributions in South Carolina, and navigating the Inflation Reduction Act, with guests Tobias Brugger, Matthias Hoffmann, and host Mike Sammond.
April 22, 2023
For this episode of GACC South Unplugged, we were joined by Karsten Uhlmann, CEO of Gilde Brewery, to dive into the world of beer and beyond, right from Charlotte, NC. Gilde brings a rich 475-year brewing tradition from Hannover, Germany, to Charlotte, celebrating German heritage.
But why focus on April 23rd? This date marks the proclamation of the “Reinheitsgebot” (German purity law) in 1516, a symbol of Germany's commitment to quality beer, limiting ingredients to barley, hops, and water.
Join us to discover why Gilde chose Charlotte, explore the concepts of “Gemütlichkeit” and Frühschoppen, and unpack the unique perspectives on #craftbeer in Germany versus the US.
April 22, 2023
In our latest GACC South Unplugged Episode we welcomed Inge Hofkens, COO Multimetal Recycling at Aurubis.
Aurubis AG, Georgia’s largest-ever single German investment, is a leading global provider of non-ferrous metals and one of the largest copper recyclers worldwide, with sustainability being a fundamental part of their strategy.
Tune in to Episode #6 and find out why Aurubis decided to open their new site in Augusta, GA, how the company deals with their raw material sources and raises awareness in the communities with their #togetherwecare program.
February 10, 2023
"Great things can happen when you bring together the right people at the ideal time in an idea-sparking environment" says Daniel Zimmer, Sr Director and Head of Engagement at SAP Labs US, and guest in our latest episode of our GACC South Unplugged Podcast series.
Tune in to a compelling discussion about the Future of Work and Company Culture with Daniel Zimmer, Matthias Hoffmann and Roger Manis.
January 17, 2023
Listen in on an insightful Episode with Dr Volker Treier, Chief Executive of Foreign Trade and Member of the Executive Board at the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK).
December 9, 2022
What are the challenges in today's economic climate? What are the current trends and strategies in organization staffing?
Tune in to our new episode of our GACC South Unplugged and learn from Sonja Heinrich, President of I.K. Hofmann USA, a global staffing agency, about the companies history, the changes in staffing & recruiting over the past years and what I.K. Hofmann is celebrating.
October 21, 2022
Did you know that Pat Wilson, Commissioner of Georgia Department of Economic Development lived and studied in Erlangen, Germany?
In our latest GACC South Unplugged Episode, we welcomed Pat Wilson at our office in Atlanta for this month’s ‘Transatlantic Talk’ with our President & CEO Matthias Hoffmann.
Tune in to Episode 2, for a casual conversation about college football, the high importance of German-American business relations, international trade, and the importance of apprenticeship programs for the future of workforce.
Who exactly is GACC South and what do we actually do? What's the difference between a Pop and a Soda? And what does a Strandkorb have to do with our Annual Gala?
In our first GACC Unplugged Episode Matthias welcomes our long-time member and founder of Up to Good Energy, Lars Oltmann, and gives an oversight of GACC South, our mission, function and vision.
Find out what a "Strandkorb" is and how you may be able to take it home from our upcoming Annual Gala & Fundraiser