<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[French-American Chamber of Commerce of the Carolinas]]></title><description><![CDATA[The French-American Chamber of Commerce of the Carolinas (FACC Carolinas) is a member-based business network that strengthens economic and commercial ties between France and the United States in North and South Carolina. We support French companies, entrepreneurs, and professionals with advocacy, practical market-entry and business development services, and a trusted local network. Through networking events, executive seminars, educational resources, and member visibility opportunities, we help organizations establish, grow, and succeed on both sides of the Atlantic.]]></description><link>https://comgal.wixstudio.com/facccarolinas/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:03:18 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.facccarolinas.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[IWD: An Evening of Connection and Empowerment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The French Cultural Institute hosted its annual IWD (International Women's Day) celebration in early March: a deeply inspiring event that brings together a dynamic group of women from industries spanning biotech, business, cybersecurity, human services, education, and more.  This event was held in partnership with the FACCC, along with other local organizations that are deeply committed to elevating women across sectors: The Alliance Française of Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill SKEMA Business...]]></description><link>https://www.facccarolinas.com/post/honoring-international-women-s-day-an-evening-of-connection-and-empowerment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dd8dff602a28f5308b213c</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:48:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/193199_3c480079901b4c1693c914e9005539e6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Launching in the US? Why you need local marketing. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a French founder with your eyes set on the American market, you're probably wondering, d o  I *really* need to hire a local marketing team? Short answer: yes. Launching in the United States is far more than translating a website. It demands on‑the‑ground market insight, regulatory know‑how, and direct access to the people who make decisions. Below are the key reasons a local marketing presence is essential. 1. Cultural‑fit messaging U.S. consumers respond to tone, pricing and brand stories...]]></description><link>https://www.facccarolinas.com/post/launching-in-the-us-you-need-local-marketing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698ca9225ce248ef44892f8c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:21:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f81bad_8fad877f434a428aa3c2884a60e8b807~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_320,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator></dc:creator></item></channel></rss>