Last week, Anne Cappel, Co-Founder of ALTIX Consulting, participated in a dynamic series of high-profile events in Leuven, Lyon, and Paris. These gatherings, sponsored by JobsOhio, brought together business leaders, transatlantic organizations, government officials, and academic experts to explore opportunities for collaboration and expansion between Europe and the United States—a central focus of ALTIX Consulting’s mission to empower industry champions.
Celebrating Transatlantic Partnerships in Brussels
On November 12th, ALTIX joined the BelCham Reception at KU Leuven to celebrate the enduring transatlantic relationship. The event, supported by JobsOhio, featured U.S. Ambassador to Belgium Michael M. Adler who delivered an inspiring speech, along with presentations from Belgian business leaders who shared their experiences launching in the U.S. Attendees gained valuable insights into fostering successful international ventures, capped off with an energetic networking reception.
Exploring U.S. Expansion with the EACC Lyon
On November 13th, ALTIX Consulting, in collaboration with EACC Lyon and with sponsorship from JobsOhio, hosted an exclusive U.S. Market Expansion Taskforce event. This engaging session delved into critical success factors for companies expanding into the U.S., focusing on:
Innovation and Digital Transformation: Embracing Industry 4.0 to maintain competitiveness.
Sustainability as a Growth Driver: Leveraging sustainability to drive innovation and strengthen customer loyalty.
Talent Shortages and Workforce Trends: Developing innovative recruitment strategies in a shifting labor landscape.
Strategic Ecosystems: Highlighting the value of partnerships and government support.
The event provided actionable insights for businesses eager to navigate U.S. market opportunities successfully.
Transatlantic Bridges and Future Insights in Paris
On November 14th, during the JobsOhio-sponsored Transatlantic Bridges event, the EACC France-OCO Global Transatlantic Barometer unveiled key findings about mid-sized businesses’ expansion plans across Europe and the U.S. A panel of industry experts delved into the results, revealing emerging opportunities and challenges:
- Strong appetite for expansion:
- 84% of European 🇪🇺 and 79% of U.S. 🇺🇸 companies plan to expand across the Atlantic within the next two years.
- Top investment priorities:
- Manufacturing and R&D operations dominate.
- The Inflation Reduction Act is sparking European interest in U.S. opportunities.
- 32% of U.S. companies are drawn to Europe’s European Green Deal incentives.
- Key challenges:
- Access to reliable market information is the top barrier, ahead of economic uncertainty and financing.
This event highlighted the critical need for collaboration to overcome these challenges and capitalize on transatlantic opportunities.
Looking Ahead: March 2025 and the Renaissance Industrielle
The week concluded with a productive meeting at La Societe d’ Encouragement pour l’ Industrie Nationale (SEIN) with Stéphanie Deschamps and Jean-Michel Tasse to plan an exceptional joint event in March 2025. This event will spotlight the renaissance industrielle from both European and American perspectives, showcasing innovative industrial champions from both sides of the Atlantic. Stay tuned for more details!
ALTIX Consulting remains committed to supporting industry champions in their growth and transformation journeys by bridging European innovation with U.S. market opportunities. If you’d like to learn more about our expertise or upcoming events, don’t hesitate to reach out.
