IACC and Manhattan Chamber of Commerce members gathered for virtual networking event in celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Participants had the opportunity to meet and mingle with members of both organizations in a series of breakout networking groups and were treated to the musical stylings of DJ Herbert Holler.

On May 8, IACC member Maggio + Kattar held a complimentary webinar entitled "U.S. Immigration Amid COVID-19’S Special Circumstances: Restrictions and Recommendations" for IACC members.

Managing Shareholder Jim Alexander and Of Counsel Giulia Principe discussed the steps that businesses should take in order to comply with U.S. immigration law while navigating the rapidly changing environment caused by the spread of COVID-19 through communities in the U.S. and around the world. This discussion addressed important topics such as changes to nonimmigrant visa processing after the spread of COVID-19, President Trump's April Executive Order, changes in USCIS adjudication and consular visa processing, best practices for preparing visa applications and recommendations for employers managing expatriates. Alexander and Principe also answered individual questions from participants. 

On May 12, Buzztech Founder and CEO Gianandrea Facchini led "Looking Ahead," an informative program which examined how human purchasing habits have changed since the onset of the pandemic and how e-commerce will respond to demand once the current crisis has abated. 

The conversation was informed by Buzztech's "AHEAD" market research study, which was conducted in collaboration with BeReady, IULM Univeristy and CECOMS (Center for Strategic Communication). This important study focuses on "listening" to online conversations in the following categories: food, luxury, transportation, banking and finance.

On May 15, IACC member KPMG hosted "Incentives from the Cares Act – FAQ and Discussion," a webinar that addressed taxpayers’ most common questions about the Cares Act, as well as what KPMG considers to be the incentives most often overlooked by companies.

Experts from KPMG shared experience and suggestions developed while helping companies maximize the incentives provided by the Cares Act and spoke about transfer pricing challenges arising from business disruptions. 

Participants had the opportunity to ask specific questions related to their businesses in addition to learning more about the incentives available as a result of the challenges brought about by COVID-19.

On May 20, attendees participated in a one-hour webinar led by IACC member Serge Sondak, President & CEO of Gloren Consulting, which focused on how corporations and individuals can manage during a confidence crisis such as the one we are currently experiencing. Mr. Sondak discussed how companies can review cash, liquidity, and financial strategies or provide guidelines to navigate the financial and economic crisis.

The discussion also touched up on how corporations of all types, sizes and scales can review liquidity and better manage cash flow, bank relations and financial markets risk at this critical juncture. Mr. Sondak also touched upon financing options, including traditional bank relationships and the role of non-bank financial lenders (ABL, BDC, and other finance companies) in providing credit during distressed times.

On May 28, IACC members took part in "The Ripple," the largest online networking event for the transatlantic business community. The Ripple is a one-of-a-kind initiative organized by the international business community to tackle the growing demand for meaningful online connectivity.

Participants got a glimpse into the future of virtual networking and aimed to create 1,000+ new connections among shared communities to launch a ripple of new opportunities!

Meet Maria Grazia Spinelli, one of the IACC's J-1 visa Exchange Visitors, currently training with Colavita USA. Maria is working hard to support Colavita USA’s essential work in the food distribution industry. “Everyone is looking out for each other,” says Ms. Spinelli, and even though it is very difficult for essential workers across industries right now, Maria feels that she is a part of a cause much larger than herself. She is helping to feed the community around her through her training program. Click here to more about Maria's experience training at Colavita during these unprecedented times.

Tempus Senior FX Trader & Strategist Juan Perez recently discussed stock movements and the latest forex market reaction to the global effects of economic recovery efforts on LeFonti International.

IACC Member eMazzanti Technologies recently published a series of informative articles to help employers negotiate the challenges and opportunities of the new workplace reality created by COVID-19.  Learn how your company can respond nimbly to the new landscape in these informative articles.

Bracco Diagnostics Inc. (BDI), the U.S.-based subsidiary of Bracco Imaging SpA, and part of the Bracco Group, is a leader in innovative contrast imaging agents in the U.S. BDI, established in 1994, with headquarters and research offices in Monroe Township, NJ, offers a product and solution portfolio for all key diagnostic imaging modalities: X-Ray Imaging (including Computed Tomography-CT, Interventional Radiology, and Cardiac Catheterization), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Contrast Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS), and Nuclear Medicine through radioactive tracers. The diagnostic imaging offer is completed by several medical devices and advanced administration systems for contrast imaging products in the fields of radiology.

Massimo F. D’Angelo is a partner at Adam Leitman Bailey, P.C. who is admitted to practice before the state courts of New York and New Jersey, and the U.S. District Courts for the Southern District and the Eastern District of New York and the District of New Jersey. Mr. D’Angelo represents condominium and cooperative boards and sponsors, as well as commercial and residential landlords and tenants in connection with complex real estate litigation matters, and regularly advises and represents clients in real estate administrative and environmental proceedings. Super Lawyers has repeatedly recognized Mr. D’Angelo as a New York Metro Area Rising Star.

Pryor Cashman is a New York law firm with sophisticated litigation, corporate, intellectual property, entertainment, real estate, bankruptcy, tax, employment, immigration and family law practices. Headquartered in New York City, Pryor Cashman boasts nearly 180 attorneys and offices in both Los Angeles and Miami. From every office, Pryor Cashman is known for getting the job done right, and doing it with integrity, efficiency and élan.

S.E.A.M. Falegnameria, specializes in Made in Italy artisan-crafted luxury decor and contract furniture for the hospitality industry.