US Midwest Meets Stuttgart – Discussion & Networking

Event Details:

Event Start: 07/20/2026 · 4:00 PM CEST
Event End: 07/20/2026 · 5:30 PM CEST
Location: RSM Ebner Stolz, Königstraße 5, 70173 Stuttgart
Language: English
Tickets:

As part of the Midwest Meets Germany delegation, a group of US Midwest economic leaders and industry representatives is visiting Germany to engage with the Southern German manufacturing ecosystem. Our US Midwest Meets Stuttgart session offers German companies and organizations a unique opportunity to connect directly with this high-level delegation and explore concrete transatlantic business opportunities.

Join us to gain firsthand insights into the U.S. Midwest – one of the most important industrial regions in North America – and discover pathways for market entry, expansion, and collaboration.

Agenda

4:00 – 4:05	Welcome & Introduction RSM Britta Schneider, Deputy Director, Government Projects & Trade Missions, GACC Midwest
4:05 – 4:25	Midwest Pitches Delegation participants present short pitches addressing: What distinguishes their region and institution Key regional strengths and focus industries Specific areas where they are seeking transatlantic cooperation and partnerships
4:25 – 5:10	Best Practices from Baden-Württemberg Two SMEs share practical insights and lessons learned from their expansion into the U.S. market, highlighting opportunities and challenges of transatlantic business engagement. Christine Grotz, CEO, Weber Systems Group Jan Willem Jongert, CEO, Bott
5:10 – 5:30	Exchange with Local Industry Networking and discussion with local manufacturers and industry associations focusing on cooperation opportunities and industry perspectives.

Information About Our Delegates

pdf Participant Profiles - Midwest Meets Germany 2026 3.98 mb

Why you should participate:

Access the U.S. market: Learn about business conditions, opportunities, and trends in the Midwest
Build strategic connections: Meet decision-makers from key U.S. regions and institutions
Identify growth opportunities: Explore partnerships in manufacturing, innovation, and technology
Learn from peers: Hear from Baden-Württemberg SMEs about their experiences expanding into the U.S.
Exchange with industry leaders: Network with companies and associations and discuss real-world collaboration potential

Program highlights:

Midwest delegation pitches on regional strengths and partnership interests
Insights into the U.S. business climate and Midwest economy
Best practices from German companies active in the U.S.
Interactive discussion and networking with industry stakeholders

Get in touch

Melanie Reiner

Consulting Services, Government Projects & Trade Missions
+1 (773) 493-4883 reiner@gaccmidwest.org