The Largest Business Event During the Indianapolis 500!
Entrepreneurship - Internationalization - Business - Networking
May 22-26, 2024, Indianapolis, U.S - 2nd Edition
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About
The International Business Summit is organized by OneWorld International Partners (OWIP) in partnership with the Columbian Business Network (CBN), and Cerqueira Leite Advogados Associados, focusing on international entrepreneurship, personal growth, business development, and networking.
This unique business event will open new markets and provide connections, conversations, and a once in a lifetime opportunity to generate new business between Brazilian and American companies. It will take place during race week at the Columbia Club and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Who is this event for?
Entrepreneurs looking to create an international network
Leaders who wish to become internationally known
Professionals interested in new self-development processes
Brazilians abroad who would like to start a new business
Team managers would like to add more value to their skillsets
American entrepreneurs interested in learning more about investing in Brazil
What is the International Business Summit?
It’s two full days of exchanging experiences, networking and learning at the Columbia Club. We have a line-up of highly experienced speakers that will share their knowledge in business, international markets, professional development, and personal growth. This is also the perfect opportunity to learn what it takes to take your business international.
The goal of this event is to make sure attendees walk away with new ways of doing business, the latest in personal development tools, and professional connections that will generate high-impact results. Throughout the event, you will have direct access to entrepreneurs and business professionals from the most diverse markets. You’ll establish connections, capable of raising business results to the next level.
Our core objective is to share best practices, resulting in positive actions in both your business and personal life. And if you’re attending the full week event, we’ll have lots of fun and entertainment mixed in!
About the Columbia Club
Founded in 1889, the Columbia Club has a deep history in helping businesses and entrepreneurs thrive. It was selected as a Platinum Club of America, making it one of the 35 top-ranked city clubs in the nation and a premier club in the Midwest. The Columbian’s can enjoy more than 20,000 square feet of fully-equipped meeting and event space, more than 80 guest rooms, and 5 dining rooms – all located in the heart of the city in Indianapolis, Monument Circle.
Speakers de Alta Performance
Don Wettrick is the founder and CEO of The STARTedUP Foundation, which hosts the Innovate WithIN-Indiana innovation and entrepreneurship programming and competition. He is also the author of "Pure Genius: Building a Culture of Innovation," which aims to create innovative mindsets in our schools. Don is known for his award-winning work as a teacher, educational and innovation consultant, and educational speaker.
Don Wettrick
Meighan Wise has been an outstanding leader in the real estate industry for over 13 years. Meighan earned her undergraduate degree from Purdue University and her master's degree from IUPUI. Currently serving as CEO and broker of Keller Williams Portfolio, Meighan brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table, especially in navigating the complexities of the buy/sell process and optimizing investment portfolios.
Meighan Wise
Sir. J Glen Wagstaff, Esq. is one of the Principal Partners of Oxpher, LLC. As an attorney, his experience includes business, estate, and tax planning for some of the most successful entrepreneurs in the nation. He has handled planning and consulting matters in almost every continent and has advised leaders of nations, billionaires, and large multinational corporations.
Glen Wagstaff
Lucas Oliveira is an experienced entrepreneur and the co-founder of Gewählt Consulting. Starting his career in the finance sector, he has worked for large corporations in Brazil and in the U.S., such as Deloitte and Stepan Company before co-founding Gewählt in 2018. Present in three countries, his firm specializes in providing comprehensive support for immigration to the U.S., offering expert guidance on visa applications and crafting strategic business plans.
Lucas Oliveira
Ricardo Leite, is the founder of Cerqueira Leite Advogados e Associados in Brazil and partner at OWP. He has years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, international investment and the oil and gas market. He has a Master's degree in International Commercial Law (LL.M.) from UC-Davis (California); MBA in Business Management from INPG; Specialist in Tax Law from the University Extension Center; Specialist in Business Law from PUC / SP; Professor of Commercial Law.
Ricardo Leite
As an innovative marketing, management, and research professional/analyst, Marlon Webb brings to the table an impressive track record of experience working for real estate and economic development organizations, as well as cultural nonprofits and museums. He thrives in situations that allow his creativity to shine along with his detail-focused research and analysis capabilities. By providing in-depth research and analysis on markets and communities, Marlon has played a key role in increasing organizational/business growth and awareness.
Marlon Webb
He has more than 15 years of experience in Marketing, Sales and General Management in the Information Technology and Education sectors, in addition to 6 years as a project manager and entrepreneur in the Construction and Consulting industries. He is responsible for the development and implementation of Integrated Communication Strategies, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Media, Media Planning, Promotional Materials, Direct Marketing and Promotions.
Flávio Bezerra
For over 25 years, Rogério Miranda has developed a legal practice focused on business law, representing clients in local and international transactions related to natural resources and infrastructure projects (in particular oil and gas, power generation, mining, ports and terminals), mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate issues, international contracts and project financing.
Rogério Miranda
Founder & Managing Partner of Boomerang Ventures, Boomerang leads a team of venture studio and fund professionals that bring healthcare and life sciences ideas to life. I have over two decades of experience as a serial entrepreneur and angel investor, having co-founded, launched, and funded multiple startups that have improved the quality and accessibility of healthcare.
Oscar Moralez
Alvaro Marangoni has over 25 years of experience in the Financial Market, it 's an economist graduated from the University of San Francisco, California (USA). Series 66, CGA and CPA20 certifications. Was the founding partner of Quadrante Investimentos in the global management area for ten years. He structured and managed the brokerage Morgan Stanley and was the director responsible for its commercial area in Brazil for 9 years. He worked for more than 10 years in New York, working on the Latin American equity desks of brokerage firms Goldman Sachs and Robert Flemings.
Alvaro Marangoni
CEO at Manusis4, Mechanical Engineer with over 25 years of experience in asset management, working in the areas of maintenance, operations and projects. MBA in Business Management from ESADE - Spain and certified professional from SMRP (Society of Maintenance and Reliability Professionals).
Rodrigo Rotondo
Born in São Paulo – SP – Brazil, graduated in Production Process Technology from Fatec – SP, postgraduate in foreign trade from FEI and MBA in Strategic and Economic Business Management from FGV, 29 years of experience in the automobile market, being 15 for a German multinational company and 14 for Camaco, an American company. Working in operations management, new projects and prospecting for new businesses in Brazil, Poland, Germany, India, Mexico and the USA.
Leandro Marquesini
Josh Wetzel embodies the essence of transformational leadership as the visionary Chief Operating Officer of Portfolio Properties, where his impactful journey spans more than 29 years of pioneering achievements.
Josh Wetzel
Over the past 30 years, Raju’s professional and personal service has impacted Hoosiers across the state. He is a leader in healthcare, practicing as a speech pathologist. He is a leader in business, with experience in creating and expanding profitable partnerships, managing hotel franchises, and leading international corporate expansion initiatives.
Raju Chintala
Helping business owners: * Build valuable and sellable businesses * Build and grow their business acumen * Pull the key levers of value creation in priority order * Support the owner and team through the changes * Prepare for sale when, how and if they choose
Bob Paden
With a vast array of experience in marketing and developing physician specialty practices and ambulatory surgery centers (ASC's), Mark and his firm is widely recognized by a variety of medical specialties the "go to" for consulting support on medical business development projects. After a meaningful equity event in 2012 that allowed Mark's firm to expand nationally, his company now has 25+ medical groups that represent over 200 Physicians in 11 states. His firm currently represents the largest Vascular Surgery Practice in the United States. (22 surgeons & 9 surgery centers in 4 states). He travels throughout the United States regularly for work. He and his husband (who is originally from Mexico) have a second home in Mexico City where they visit often.
Mark Rowlands
CEO | Indemnizaciones Paz Abogados
Roberto Paz
Customer Experience Leader | Driving Digital Transformation & Service Delivery with Strategic CX/EX Interaction | MBA
Peter Parker
Director of Operations Zellim, Inc.
Nicole Saville
Colin Renk leads The International Center’s programs and services department which includes intercultural workshops, trainings, and relocation services for Hoosier and International Businesses. Mr. Renk holds an M.B.A. from Butler University and a B.S. in Public & Non-Profit Management from Indiana University. A native Hoosier, Mr. Renk is active in Indianapolis’ international community serving on the Global Indy Council for the Indy Chamber, the Indiana Advisory Committee for the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition, the Indiana District Export Council, and is co-founder and president of the Indiana-Germany Business Council.
Colin Renk
CEO of Monique Marques Beauty Co, a company specializing in natural beauty, paramedical micropigmentation and beauty businesses. She began her journey in 2005, becoming a pioneer in Brazil in the field of eyelash extension and eye beautification, becoming a reference in the world of beauty and business education, training more than 7 thousand students in 9 countries, sharing her knowledge in techniques of beauty, business and experience. As the main director of one of the most important North American companies in the eyelash segment, owner of an eyelash extension network and an eyebrow franchise, she was awarded for 5 consecutive years as the best company in the segment by Small Companies Great Business.
Monique Marques
CEO of Monique Marques Beauty Co, a company specializing in natural beauty, paramedical micropigmentation and beauty businesses. She began her journey in 2005, becoming a pioneer in Brazil in the field of eyelash extension and eye beautification, becoming a reference in the world of beauty and business education, training more than 7 thousand students in 9 countries, sharing her knowledge in techniques of beauty, business and experience. As the main director of one of the most important North American companies in the eyelash segment, owner of an eyelash extension network and an eyebrow franchise, she was awarded for 5 consecutive years as the best company in the segment by Small Companies Great Business.
Monique Marques
Colin Renk leads The International Center’s programs and services department which includes intercultural workshops, trainings, and relocation services for Hoosier and International Businesses. Mr. Renk holds an M.B.A. from Butler University and a B.S. in Public & Non-Profit Management from Indiana University. A native Hoosier, Mr. Renk is active in Indianapolis’ international community serving on the Global Indy Council for the Indy Chamber, the Indiana Advisory Committee for the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition, the Indiana District Export Council, and is co-founder and president of the Indiana-Germany Business Council.
Colin Renk
Experienced Tax Partner with a demonstrated history of working in the accounting industry. Skilled in Tax, Transfer Pricing, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Tax, and Tax Advisory. Strong accounting professional graduated from PUC-MG.
Marcelo Musial
Executive with 25+ years of experience in senior strategic positions in business and project development and management in medium and large multinationals.
Marcos Strafacce
ROSANE ZELMANOVITZ is the president of Indiana Partners of the Americas and Honorary Consul of Brazil in Indiana. With a bachelor degree in History, Rosane moved from Brasil to Indianapolis in 2005, and from then on has been engaged in several volunteering activities connecting with the Brazilian community in the region. She is also a member of the Brazilian Citizens in the Midwest Council at the Consulate General of Brazil in Chicago.
Rosane Zelmanovitz
Alvaro Marangoni was a founding partner at Quadrante Investimentos for close to ten years. He has over 25 years of experience in global financial markets. Prior to joining Quadrante Investimentos, he was part of Morgan Stanley´s Latin Equity Sales group. He joined Morgan Stanley in New York in 2003. In 2006 he moved to Brazil to structure the local brokerage operations. He ultimately ran the Morgan Stanley equity sales team in Brazil. In addition, Alvaro spent over ten years in New York where he worked at Goldman Sachs and Robert Flemings. He holds a Bachelor´s of Arts degree in Economics from USF – University of San Francisco, in California. He holds the Anbima certifications CPA20 and CGA.
Álvaro Marangoni
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