About this Event
Cost $15 -- Breakfast provided by Fresh Fork
Wednesday, January 7
8 a.m.- 9 a.m.
Riverplace Tower Skyline Room
Giselle Carson of Marks Gray P.A. will speak with Cuppa Jax about her work as a corporate immigration lawyer, how Jacksonville can benefit from global talent, and what immigration really looks like beyond the headlines.
About the Speaker:
Giselle Carson is a recognized corporate immigration and compliance attorney. She partners with employers to help them hire and retain global talent and develop effective immigration strategies to remain competitive and compliant in a global economy.
As a two-time immigrant, Mrs. Carson has experienced the challenges and joy of immigration. She was born in Cuba, escaped to Canada and later immigrated to the U.S. She now uses her personal and professional experience to help employers and foreign nationals save time, effort and stress by helping them navigate the complexities of immigration law with client-attentive efficiencies and strategic partnership.
Her practice is focused on corporate immigration. Her work includes helping businesses and individuals obtain work visas, permanent residence status (“green card”) and naturalization. She also guides organizations on immigration compliance including Form I-9 and government audits.
She is a published author and renowned speaker on immigration matters. In 2025, she published her second book The Corporate Immigration Advantage: How to Hire, Retain and Thrive with Global Talent in a Competitive World, described as a “timely blueprint for global talent strategy. This book offers valuable insights into navigating complex immigration laws and provides clear, actionable guidance on streamlining the work visa process. A must read if you are involved in hiring foreign nationals.”
She is married to Jeff, a physical therapist. They are both accomplished Ironman Triathletes and Marathoners. She is fluent in Spanish, French, and English.
Directions:
We meet at Riverplace Tower, also known as the Ameris Bank building. This is a walkable location along the Southbank Riverwalk and also convenient to the First Coast Flyer and the Skyway Riverplace Station.
There is limited free street parking, and paid parking is also available in a neighboring surface lot and garage.
Entering from the Riverwalk: take the stairs or elevator next to Village Bread Company up to the Skyline Room.
Entering from Riverplace Blvd: take the escalators and walk toward the back of the building, behind the Ameris Bank offices.
Entering from the garage: make a right at the first bank of elevators and another right into the hallway between the Ameris Bank offices.
Entering from the driveway between Riverplace Tower and the Doubletree: Walk down the hallway to the left, and make another left toward Village Bread Cafe. Take the elevator or stairs near Village Bread Cafe to the meeting space.
About Cuppa Jax:
Cuppa Jax holds gatherings for neighborhood and community leaders that are open to everyone in Jacksonville. Join us on Wednesday mornings in the Skyline Room in the Riverplace Tower on the Southbank to discuss important issues facing our city.
Scheduled speakers will talk for 10-15 minutes. The rest of the time is spent with Q&A and discussion of relevant issues brought up by participants. We also encourage attendees to make community announcements at the beginning of the program.
Some Important Things to Note:
No membership fee. Unlike many other discussion forums in Jacksonville, there is no membership fee to attend or participate in Cuppa Jax. We do ask attendees to cover the cost of coffee and breakfast provided by Village Bread Cafe. If you cannot attend due to the cost of the event, please email [email protected] and we will be glad to cover your ticket.
Topical and timely. We are seeking local thought leaders who can discuss and educate about important community issues to speak at future dates. We don’t accept offers to speak about or pitch organizations. Cuppa Jax is non-partisan, and does not endorse candidates or issues. An offer to speak does not constitute an endorsement. It is simply an opportunity for the community to have a meaningful discussion.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Skyline Room, Riverplace Tower, 1301 Riverplace Boulevard, Jacksonville, United States
USD 15.00
