GACC Pittsburgh Chapter

GACC Pittsburgh Chapter German American Chamber of Commerce, Pittsburgh Chapter

🇺🇸🇩🇪 What happens when Pennsylvania and North Rhine-Westphalia bring their business communities together?New connections...
09/16/2026

🇺🇸🇩🇪 What happens when Pennsylvania and North Rhine-Westphalia bring their business communities together?

New connections, shared ideas and opportunities to strengthen transatlantic collaboration.

Our President, Rachel Mauer, represented the German American Chamber of Commerce Pittsburgh Chapter at the Pennsylvania–NRW Business Roundtable in Düsseldorf, bringing a Pittsburgh perspective to the conversation on strengthening business ties between the two regions.

The roundtable brought together companies, government representatives and economic stakeholders from Pennsylvania and North Rhine-Westphalia to discuss opportunities for deeper collaboration across industries. Topics included investment, market access, industrial transformation, green technologies, workforce development, research and innovation.

With Pennsylvania and NRW sharing a long-standing economic relationship and strong connections across industries, the discussion highlighted the many opportunities to build on these ties and create new connections between businesses and organizations on both sides of the Atlantic.

🍻 Young Professional Networking – Downtown OktoberfestMeet. Mingle. Prost! 🇩🇪📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026🕔 5:00–8:00 PM📍 ...
09/15/2026

🍻 Young Professional Networking – Downtown Oktoberfest

Meet. Mingle. Prost! 🇩🇪

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
🕔 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 GACC Pittsburgh Office | 625 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA
💰 GACC Members: Free | Non-Members: $5

Looking to meet new people, expand your professional network, and enjoy some Oktoberfest along the way?

Join the German American Chamber of Commerce Pittsburgh Chapter for a casual evening with students, recent graduates, and young professionals from the Pittsburgh area.

We’ll start the evening at our office with drinks, snacks, and networking, then head out together to Downtown Oktoberfest. 🍺

What to expect:
🤝 Connect with fellow young professionals
🍻 Drinks and snacks at the GACC office
🇩🇪 Meet members of Pittsburgh’s German-American business community
🎉 Group outing to Downtown Oktoberfest

Whether you’re new to Pittsburgh, starting your career, or simply looking to make new connections, come meet, mingle, and prost with us!

Register now: https://gaccpit.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/event-detail?event=24&

🎶 Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra European Tour 2026 | Vienna 🇦🇹What a memorable evening in Vienna!Our President, Rachel M...
09/14/2026

🎶 Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra European Tour 2026 | Vienna 🇦🇹

What a memorable evening in Vienna!

Our President, Rachel Mauer, joined the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra’s European Tour in Vienna, beginning with a walk through the heart of the city and Stephansplatz before arriving at the Wiener Konzerthaus.

The evening continued with a special reception at the Konzerthaus, featuring welcome remarks from U.S. Ambassador to Austria Arthur Fisher and DCED Secretary Rick Siger.

The highlight of the evening was, of course, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra’s performance. The orchestra received enormous applause from the audience, followed by a well-deserved encore to close out an unforgettable night.

A wonderful celebration of Pittsburgh’s international connections, culture, and the strong ties between Pennsylvania and Europe. 🇺🇸🇦🇹🎻

Yesterday at University of Pittsburgh the upittgerman department hosted speaker, Dan S. Hamilton, to share his expertise...
09/10/2026

Yesterday at University of Pittsburgh the upittgerman department hosted speaker, Dan S. Hamilton, to share his expertise about problems in the Transatlantic economic and political sector, and what this could mean for future Transatlantic relations.

This lecture was very insightful for members to hear, as German-American businesses and relations play such an integral part of Pittsburgh's industry and economy.💡

▶️▶️▶️Swipe along to see the economic importance of the European and American relationship and key takeaways from the lecture.

Did you know? German companies have 856 locations and employ 41,157 people across Pennsylvania! 🇩🇪🤝🇺🇸 That makes Germany...
09/04/2026

Did you know?

German companies have 856 locations and employ 41,157 people across Pennsylvania! 🇩🇪🤝🇺🇸

That makes Germany #2 for the total number of firms and #3 for total jobs among foreign countries represented in Pennsylvania in 2025.

These numbers highlight just how strong the German-American business community is in our region - and how important these connections are to Pennsylvania’s economy.
As the GACC Pittsburgh Chapter, together with the GACC Philadelphia Chapter, we’re excited to help strengthen and grow this network, support German companies in our region, and build even more opportunities for German American business partnerships. 💼🌎

🔗 Source:https://pagetsitdone.com/content/dam/copa-getsitdone/en/documents/country-factsheets/germany_investment-factsheet_2025v2.pdf

🚗 Almost two years ago, it all began…In 2024, we gathered for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the nation’s first EV Autom...
09/03/2026

🚗 Almost two years ago, it all began…

In 2024, we gathered for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the nation’s first EV Automotive Technician Apprenticeship Program - marking the beginning of a truly groundbreaking journey.

Since then, we’ve come a long way. Earlier this year, we celebrated the graduation of the nation’s first EV Automotive Apprenticeship Cohort at our Ice Gala. 🎓⚡

And now…
TODAY, our 3rd cohort is officially starting! 🎉🔋

To our newest apprentices: welcome to the GACC Pittsburgh Apprenticeship Program! Over the coming months, you’ll gain hands-on experience, build valuable technical skills, and prepare for exciting careers in the rapidly evolving EV industry. Your journey starts today! ⚡🔧

A huge THANK YOU to all of our employer partners, educators, instructors, and supporters who have helped make this program possible and continue to make it a success.
From the first ribbon cutting to Cohort #3 - we’re just getting started. 🚗⚡

🌎 Exactly One Week Away — Last Chance to Sign Up!What Do Transatlantic Economic Troubles Mean for Pittsburgh and Pennsyl...
09/02/2026

🌎 Exactly One Week Away — Last Chance to Sign Up!

What Do Transatlantic Economic Troubles Mean for Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania?

How are tariffs, geopolitical tensions, financial uncertainty, and inflation reshaping the economic relationship between Europe and North America - and what does this mean for businesses and communities here in Pennsylvania?

Join us for an engaging discussion with Dr. Daniel S. Hamilton, Senior Fellow at The Johns Hopkins University (https://www.linkedin.com/company/10399642/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true #) SAIS Foreign Policy Institute and President of the Transatlantic Leadership Network (https://www.linkedin.com/company/10399642/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true #).

📅 Wednesday, September 9, 2026
📍 Latin American Cultural Center, Pittsburgh
🥂 Reception: 5:00 PM | Lecture: 6:00 PM

Dr. Hamilton will explore the future of transatlantic economic relations and what these global shifts could mean for Pittsburgh’s businesses, workforce, and economy.

Registration is free but required.
Hosted by the German American Chamber of Commerce Pittsburgh Chapter in partnership with the University of Pittsburgh (https://www.linkedin.com/company/10399642/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true #).

👉 Last chance to register: https://www.gaccpit.com/us/events/what-do-transatlantic-economic-troubles-mean-for-pittsburgh-and-pennsylvania

We hope to see you there!

08/27/2026

Annual Wine Tasting Recap 🍷

Another successful Annual Wine Tasting is in the books at Palate Partners!

This year’s theme, “Wine Not Go East?”, took us on a tasting journey across the globe, featuring six different wines from New Zealand and Australia, plus sake from Japan. 🇳🇿🇦🇺🇯🇵

From discovering new flavors to asking great questions and sharing lively conversations, it was a wonderful evening for wine lovers and curious newcomers alike.
A big thank you to everyone who joined us and made the evening so enjoyable! 🥂

Now we want to hear from you: What theme would you like to see at next year’s Annual Wine Tasting? 🍇

NewZealandWine AustralianWine Sake

08/27/2026

Annual Wine Tasting Recap 🍷

Another successful Annual Wine Tasting is in the books at Palate Partners!

This year’s theme, “Wine Not Go East?”, took us on a tasting journey across the globe, featuring six different wines from New Zealand and Australia, plus sake from Japan. 🇳🇿🇦🇺🇯🇵

From discovering new flavors to asking great questions and sharing lively conversations, it was a wonderful evening for wine lovers and curious newcomers alike.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us and made the evening so enjoyable! 🥂

Now we want to hear from you: What theme would you like to see at next year’s Annual Wine Tasting? 🍇

Did you know Pittsburgh was just named “the most dynamic city in America”? 🖤💛A recent Esquire feature takes a closer loo...
08/25/2026

Did you know Pittsburgh was just named “the most dynamic city in America”? 🖤💛

A recent Esquire feature takes a closer look at how Pittsburgh transformed itself from a former steel powerhouse into one of America’s most dynamic and rapidly evolving cities.

In “Pittsburgh Might Just Be the Most Dynamic City in America,” author Michael Clinton, a Pittsburgh native, explores the city’s transformation after the collapse of the steel industry. Published in Esquire on August 19, 2026, the 15-minute read highlights Pittsburgh’s growing strength in technology, robotics, healthcare, education, culture, entrepreneurship, and the arts - while celebrating the people and communities that continue to shape the region.

As any proud Yinzer knows, Pittsburgh has never truly rusted away. It has reinvented itself.

And as the German American Chamber of Commerce, Pittsburgh Chapter, we are proud to contribute to the growth of the Pittsburgh region by strengthening U.S.-German business connections, supporting workforce development, connecting companies, and creating opportunities for German and American businesses to grow together.

Read Michael Clinton’s full article in Esquire to discover how Pittsburgh pulled it off.

Link: https://www.esquire.com/news-politics/a73444112/insiders-guide-pittsburgh/

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