U.S. Embassy Vienna

Looking to expand your business? The U.S. offers unmatched opportunities for growth and innovation!  🙋♀️ Join us at the U.S. Commercial Service Roadshow to learn how your business can unlock advantages when expanding your business in the United States:  📍 Vienna | March 10, 2025  📍 Vorarlberg | March 12, 2025  Under the theme “Investing and Growing in the USA: Navigating under the New Administration,” we’ll explore how #Austrian companies can leverage #SelectUSA to access new opportunities and maximize their success in the U.S. market. 💻 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eQ6fNTYX #DYK that Austrian investments in the U.S. are among the fastest-growing globally, with a 12.7% annual growth rate in recent years? As the world’s top destination for Foreign Direct Investment (#FDI), the U.S. combines unparalleled market access with a thriving innovation ecosystem.  Why choose the #UnitedStates for your business expansion?  • The U.S. supports over 8.3 million jobs through foreign investments, offering a strong and dependable workforce.  • Foreign-owned firms contribute more than $469 billion to U.S. goods exports, proving the global impact of U.S.-based operations.  • Programs like SelectUSA are tailored to help businesses succeed by clarifying regulations, facilitating site selection, and connecting investors with local opportunities.  #SelectUSA #InvestInTheUSA #USCommercialService #USEmbassyVienna

🚀 Exciting Opportunity for #Austrian Startups! 🚀 SelectUSA is supporting startups ready to invest in the United States. Are you ready to expand your startup in the U.S. market? We’re thrilled to announce our #SelectUSA #Startup Pitching Competition, a chance for innovators like YOU to showcase your groundbreaking ideas and compete for great prizes! 📅 When: March 20, 2025 at 13:30 📍 Where: Vienna, Austria 🔑 What’s at stake? ✅ One free registration to attend the #SelectUSA Investment Summit in May 2025 in National Harbor, Maryland and one round-trip flight ticket (worth up to $1,500). 🏆 ✅ Opportunity to hear how #SelectUSA can assist in entering the U.S. market ✅ Get insights from Austrian partners on available startup funding for internationalization ✅ A chance to be in the spotlight and pitch your business ✨ 📝 How to participate: 🔗 Apply HERE: https://lnkd.in/devtam34 Prepare to pitch live in front of a panel of expert judges 🎤 Get ready for feedback, exposure, and the potential to grow your startup!   This is your chance to gain support and resources to accelerate your business. Don't miss out on making your entrepreneurial dreams a reality ❓ Questions? Download our flyer: https://lnkd.in/dEFGKsCw Or contact us for more information: Robee Sallegue, U.S. Commercial Service Vienna   Tag a founder, innovator, or startup enthusiast who should be a part of this!   SelectUSA U.S. Commercial Service U.S. Embassy Vienna Ken Walsh Marta Haustein Andrea Wimpissinger Aurelia Risko Moritz Gartner Lilli Löbbe #Startup #PitchCompetition #Entrepreneurs #Innovation #Startups #InvestorPitch #Networking

🇦🇹🚀🇺🇸 Expand Your Business to the U.S. Market – Join the #SelectUSA Austria Roadshow! The U.S. market continues to attract tremendous interest due to its economic growth potential and market size. As we head into 2025, understanding and navigating policy changes will be critical for investors looking to enter or expand in the U.S. 📌 Vienna Event 📅 March 10, 2025 🕐 Program: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm 🍸 Networking Reception: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 🗣 Event language: English 📌 Vorarlberg Event 📅 March 12, 2025 🕔 Program: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 🍸 Networking Reception: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 🗣 Event languages: English and German 📢 Don't miss this opportunity—register today: https://lnkd.in/eQ6fNTYX Why Attend? ✅ Learn from U.S. federal government representatives and policy experts ✅ Connect with state and local government officials offering investment insights ✅ Gain actionable strategies for starting or expanding your U.S. investment ✅ Meet with U.S. consular officials to discuss visa rules and regulations ✅ Network with Austrian investors to exchange best practices and insights This two-stop roadshow - organized by the U.S. Commercial Service and SelectUSA - will provide invaluable guidance for businesses considering the U.S. as their next investment destination. For further questions, reach out to Andrea Wimpissinger.

🇺🇸🤝🇦🇹 Visiting the Red Bull Base: During her trip to Salzburg last week, the U.S. Embassy’s Chargé d’Affaires ad interim, Kami Witmer, had the opportunity to visit the Red Bull Base in Elsbethen. The United States is one of Red Bull’s most important markets – the company has made significant investments in the U.S. in recent years and plans to further expand its presence. With around 7,000 employees in the U.S. and numerous sponsorship activities in sports and music, Red Bull remains a major player in the American market. Many thanks for the warm hospitality! Red Bull Red Bull Media House

The U.S. Embassy Vienna brings together industry leaders and experts to tackle one of the most pressing issues of our time: #DataProtection in the age of #ArtificialIntelligence.  Our U.S. Commercial Service Team, in partnership with Netskope and Deloitte, hosted an exclusive event for #Austrian industry leaders featuring dynamic discussions on cutting-edge #cybersecurity strategies.  We were privileged to hear from cyber expert Michal Sosinka 🛡️who provided insights into the challenges posed by cloud adoption, and Andy Aplin, who shared how #ZeroTrust principles are shaping the future of #dataprotection.  The U.S. Commercial Service is proud to support cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions from the United States. Ken Walsh Robee Sallegue Andrea Wimpissinger Aurelia Risko Marta Haustein Moritz Gartner Lilli Löbbe Georg Schwondra Pia Wolman Miriam Aichberger Lara Totzler Boris Blago Stephanie Jasper Michaela C. Stephan Mesguich

🕯️ #WeRemember This morning, Chargé d'affaires Kami Witmer and embassy staff gathered for a moment of silence to honor those killed during the Holocaust. This International Holocaust Remembrance Day marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. We must #NeverForget.

🇺🇸🤝🇦🇹 “As my time in Austria comes to a close, I want to express my heartfelt thanks to all those who made my tenure here unforgettable. It has been an incredible privilege to strengthen the bonds between our nations. Austria will always have a special place in my heart.” - Ambassador Victoria Kennedy

Have we sparked your curiosity about A2A? Learn more about the program next week at our Ask Me Anything session! Join A2A alumni from past years to hear more about their experiences, and even get some tips on how to prepare your application! 📆 January 23, at 4 pm CET 👩💻 It's online, so join from anywhere! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gMEjRstB Can't make it? Don't worry, you'll be able to find the recording on the application website afterwards.

🇦🇹✈️🇺🇸 The wait is finally over! As of today you can apply for our premier exchange for young leaders. This is an opportunity you don't want to miss: 📍 discover Washington D.C., Huntsville, AL, and Chicago, IL 📅 save the date for September 7-20, 👩💻 and write us if you have any questions! 🤩 Who is this program for? All Austrian university & FH students and/or young professionals aged 21-28 residing in Austria are encouraged to apply. You can be one of the 12 applicants selected to join the Austria to America 9.0 program and learn about U.S. politics and civic engagement! Apply today! https://lnkd.in/dEQm6NpV

🇦🇹✈️🇺🇸 Many of you have written us asking if we will host A2A again in 2025, and the wait is finally over! As of January 13, you will be able to apply for our premier exchange for young leaders. Stay tuned: 📍 find out what cities are on the schedule 📅 pencil in the date for September 7-20 👩💻 and block some time to apply as of Monday, January 13th. You can be one of the 12 applicants selected to join the Austria to America 9.0 program and learn about U.S. politics and civic engagement with other young professionals! Have questions? Feel free to message us! Make sure you are following us here and we'll share the link to the application next week.