Learn How to Become More Globally-Connected at the Plano First Executive Breakfast Series

In the high-stakes battle for corporate relocations, cities compete on a global playing field. Join the Plano Chamber of Commerce at the upcoming Plano First Executive Breakfast Series, featuring keynote speaker Jim Falk, President & CEO of the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth, who will explore how Plano and North Texas can take advantage of its increased presence on the global stage. Sponsored by Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Plano, this intimate breakfast event will be held on Thursday, February 25 at 7:30 a.m. at Gleneagles Country Club.

Within just a few short years, Plano has seen an influx of major corporations relocating their headquarters to our city. There are many factors – transportation, education, quality of life, for example – that contributed to this decision and will only further Plano’s ranking within the global business community.

As the President & CEO of the World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth since August 2001, Jim Falk has a vast array of knowledge on how to connect local businesses to the global market. Jim’s previous positions include the Institute of International Education in Houston, Director of Education and Media Outreach at the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C., and an energy banker at First City in Houston.

In addition to serving as a national board member of the World Affairs Councils of America, Jim is currently on the board of the North Texas Commission and the Asia Society of Texas. He is also an adjunct professor of international relations at the University of North Texas and was appointed Honorary Consul of Morocco for Texas in April 2013.

Jim’s commentary on current affairs can be found on the editorial page of The Dallas Morning News and the Fort Worth Star-Telegram as well as on KERA 90.1 FM. Concurrently, Jim is the moderator of the World Affairs Council’s webcast “Global I.Q. Minute with Jim Falk.”

“With technology, competing on a global stage is now feasible, and necessary, for most industries and businesses,” Plano Chamber President/CEO Jamee Jolly said. “If your business does not have a plan to have a global presence, it will become more difficult to compete in the future.”

Limited seating is available and registrations can be submitted online at planochamber.org.

About the Plano Chamber of Commerce: Established in 1946, the Plano Chamber represents over 1,100 businesses and community organizations in Plano and the surrounding area. The Plano Chamber of Commerce is committed to maximizing business development and economic growth of the community through advocacy, education, innovation, and collaboration.