UA Ruhr North America together with our partner 1014 – Space for Ideas were hosting an event on Informal Networks in International Business with University of Duisburg-Essen alumni Dr. Sven Horak (St John's University), Dr. Sheila M. Puffer (Northeastern University), Dr. Mridul Agrawal (iuvando Health), and Dr. Grace Chun Guo (Sacred Heart University).

The evening featured a brief keynote address from Consul General Euywhan Kim, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in New York and active informal networking!

This event provided a platform for participants to share insights, experiences, and best practices related to informal networks in international business, citing the "networking societies" in East Asia that are believed to have developed connections between business and politics as one example. The speakers highlighted the vital role that Informal Networks can play in providing access to valuable information, resources, and contacts, as well as fostering trust and collaboration among individuals and organizations.

Please click here to view the event recording.