Brussels Study Tour
22 & 23 June
Brussels
Brussels
The Brussels study tour is designed specifically for public affairs senior executives who want to gain a better understanding of the EU’s public affairs, advocacy, and lobby environment. Gain knowledge and connections necessary to effectively advocate for your interests within the EU.
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The study tour comprises visits to the main EU institutions, informal conversations with senior public officials and advisors, as well as briefing sessions by PAC experts and public affairs managers with a solid knowledge of interest representation in Brussels.
Who is it for?
Public affairs professionals working in the US, Europe or Asia with interest in the changing political and advocacy landscape in the EU. All sectors and industries are welcome as the program focuses on how-to’s, best practices, networking, and open discussion with professionals on the ground.
Topics include:
- How the EU works in practice
- Channeling your interests into the EU decision- and policy-making process
- The European Parliament elections — context, scenarios, impact
- Lobbying the EU from multiple perspectives:
- Meeting with senior corporate lobbyists
- Discussions with trade association directors
- Understanding EU-focused NGOs
- Meeting with European Commission, European Parliament and other officials/diplomats
- Media in Brussels: what to consider when engaging with journalists
- International organizations in Brussels: UN, World Bank, …
The study tour will take place immediately following the Brussels Forum, thereby enabling attendees to optimize their visit to Brussels.
Agenda
[vc_empty_space]DAY 1
Welcome to the study tour
Introduction to the European institutional and policy/political framework
(with a focus on participants’ sectors and industries)
Venue: Public Affairs Council European office, Square Ambiorix 7, Brussels
- European institutions shaping policy making
- The EU policy cycle and how lobbying works in this context
- Stakeholders on national, EU and international level
- The role and influence of the European Commission (incl. EMA/EFSA/ECHA..)
- How to work with MEPs and the European Parliament
- Council of Ministers, European Council
- Example and case studies
Location: Public Affairs Council – Square Ambiorix 7 – 1000 Brussels
Speaker:
Andras Baneth
Senior Advisor, European Office
Public Affairs Council
Topics:
- Examples, insights and best practice in lobbying and campaigning in Europe from the corporate sector
- Planning your policy engagement in Europe
- Good practice and tips in managing global and European-based teams
Location: Public Affairs Council – Square Ambiorix 7 – 1000 Brussels
Speaker:
Mark Dober
Managing Partner
Dober Partners
Steffen Thejl-Moeller
Partner
Rud Petersen Public Affairs
Reimund Simon
Managing Partner
365 Sherpas[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”13:00″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”] Walk to the European Parliament (15’ walk, Place du Luxembourg)[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”13:15 ” open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]Light Lunch[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”14:30 – 16:15″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]Visit of the European Parliament, meeting with MEP Ujhelyi’s policy advisor Zoltan Pancza.
Topic: Discussion on advocacy, lobbying and transparency
Location: European Parliament
Zoltán Pancza
Parliamentary Advisory to Mr. Ujhelyi
European Parliament[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”16:15 – 16:30″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]Walk to AmChamEU’s offices[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”16:30 – 17:30″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]Transatlantic business and the EU: conversation at AmchamEU’s Brussels office
- Doing business in a European, transatlantic & global context
- Representing interests in Europe: lessons learned
Location: Av. des Arts 53, 1000
Speaker:
Thibaut L’Ortye
Director of Public Affairs
American Chamber of Commerce to the EU
Location: Maison de Luxembourg
Marton Hajdu
Briefer for the president and vice-presidents
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DAY 2
Location: Berlaymont
Speaker:
Daniel Braun
Head of cabinet of Vice President for values and transparency
European Commission[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”10:30-10:45″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]Walk back to Ambiorix Center, coffee break[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”10:45 – 11:30″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]How an MEP works with stakeholders
Location: Public Affairs Council – Square Ambiorix 7 – 1000 Brussels
Speaker
István Ujhelyi
MEP
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Topics:
- Examples, insights and best practice in lobbying and campaigning in Europe from the trade association sector
- Finding agreement among members and speaking with single a voice
- How can trade associations help non-European companies navigate the European regulatory landscape
Location: Public Affairs Council – Square Ambiorix 7 – 1000 Brussels
Speaker
Catherine Van Reeth
Director General
Toy Industries of Europe[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”12:30 – 13:30″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]Light lunch at Ambiorix Center[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”13:30 – 14:30″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]How do NGOs run advocacy campaigns?
Location: Public Affairs Council – Square Ambiorix 7 – 1000 Brussels
Speaker:
Ines Abbas
Communications Officer
WWF (European Policy Office)[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”14:30-14:45″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]Coffee break[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”14:45 – 15:45″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]From the Beltway to Brussels: US vs. EU lobbying
Location: Public Affairs Council – Square Ambiorix 7 – 1000 Brussels
Speaker:
Sarah Wheaton
Chief Policy Correspondent
Politico Europe[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”15:45-16:00″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]Coffee break[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”15:00″ open=”true” use_custom_heading=”true”]Final Q&A, takeaways
Location: Public Affairs Council – Square Ambiorix 7 – 1000 Brussels
Speaker:
Andras Baneth
Senior Advisor, European Office
Public Affairs Council
Hotels
The following hotels are within walking distance from the PAC offices and in close proximity to the Parliament and the venue for the Brussels Public Affairs Forum.
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