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German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern US

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Why the U.S. South?

The U.S. South isn’t just a location – it’s a launchpad for global growth. With a dynamic economy, business-friendly conditions, and strong German-American roots, the region is a hotspot for innovation, investment, and international success.

German companies choose the U.S. South because it offers exactly what they need:

 

✅ Strategic location & strong infrastructure
✅ Skilled workforce & hands-on training
✅ High-growth industries like automotive, machinery, logistics & energy
✅ Lower costs, higher returns – because this is where business takes off

 

But entering a new market also comes with challenges – and that’s where we come in.

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GACC South – Your #PartnerForGrowth in the Region

We combine global experience with local expertise to help German companies successfully enter the U.S. market.

  • Business Representation

    Your local presence, even before your team is on the ground

The U.S. South is calling – and forward-thinking German companies are answering.
Are you ready to grow where it matters most?

 

GACC South is your bridge to success. Let’s build it together.

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Contact

GACC South connects German and American businesses across the Southern U.S. with regional presence, global reach, and over 45 years of transatlantic trade experience.

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Join the German-American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern U.S.

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Our Region & Chapters

The Southern United States is not just a location – it’s a launchpad for global growth. With a dynamic economy, business-friendly conditions, and strong German-American roots, the region is a hotspot for innovation, investment, and international success.

Consulting

Our Services

Breaking into the U.S. market—or scaling your presence—takes more than ambition. It takes a plan. One built on data, insight, and boots-on-the-ground experience. That’s where we come in. As your trusted partner, we offer tailored services across the entire market entry and expansion journey—from market analysis to site selection, from business partner matchmaking to hands-on operational support.

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Workforce Development

Future-Proof Your Workforce with German-Style Apprenticeships

Career

We may have “German” in our name, but we’re anything but one-dimensional.