Q3 - 2021
All the latest news and events from AmCham Dubai
THE AMCHAM UPDATE
EXPO 2020 FEEL THE MAGIC
IN THIS ISSUE WELCOME TO THE NEW CONSUL-GENERAL The AmCham Dubai Board of Directors meet the new U.S. Consul General in Dubai, Meghan Gregonis.
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USA PAVILION OVERVIEW Told through eight immersive exhibits, the USA Pavilion will bring to life the stories of American mobility in a spectacular display of American ingenuity.
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AMCHAM DUBAI BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION COUNTDOWN AmCham Dubai is your organization, do YOU have time to serve? Page 22 THE AMCHAM UPDATE Q2 - 2021
Photo: © Expo2020Dubai.com
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A NOTE FROM OUR MANAGING DIRECTOR
A NOTE FROM AMCHAM DUBAI’S MANAGING DIRECTOR It seems only moments ago that we celebrated Dubai being named the host of EXPO 2020. We all felt the pride of our “home” being named. Much has happened since that time, but it is evident that despite the COVID crisis and the havoc it has wrought, the EXPO team never took their eye off the prize! EXPO 2020 is that light that brings pride to us all residents of the UAE. The wait is over, the gates are wide open and Dubai is welcoming the world! A World Expo showcasing the best of collaboration and innovation from around the world inspiring those who are here in the UAE and even those who are remotely watching. Connecting Minds, Creating the Future. #Expo2020 The doors to the greatest gathering were opened by His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, UAE Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Commissioner General of Expo 2020. With more than 190 countries in one place and an opening ceremony second to none - the UAE will go down in the history books. Expo 2020 Dubai is a unique global platform to attract investments, forge agreements and promote international cooperation. It is the place to be… the best of the global community is on display for the next five months.
This powerful theme reflects America’s commitment to promoting prosperity, opportunity, and innovation globally and domestically. As Americans, we defend freedom, promote diplomacy, and celebrate ingenuity. We advance American interests and uphold our universal values – freedom, prosperity, peace, dignity – we share these with the world as we realize the promise of our collective future. Our exhibits, events, and programs showcase the United States as a strong and trusted partner for peace, progress, and security throughout Expo 2020 Dubai. The UAE has delivered on all of our dreams and is inspiring the world to connect as Dubai continues to stand with all who want to be a part of it. Many of our members have supported EXPO 2020 and we thank them for their leadership! EXPO 2020 PARTNERS
At the same time, we want to highlight our own USA Pavilion as we celebrate:
Regards,
“Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of the Future.”
Managing Director
USA PAVILION PARTNERS
Cara Nazari
UAE NEWS
SHEIKH MAKTOUM IS NEW MINISTER OF FINANCE & DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced that Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been appointed as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance. "We need to upgrade the tools of change that we use. We need a new methodology of government work that we will rely on to accelerate achievements, set priorities and approve projects and budgets," he said. THE AMCHAM UPDATE Q2 - 2021
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WE ARE AMCHAM DUBAI AmCham operates under the local patronage of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry and is a member of the Global Network of American Chambers of Commerce in Washington, DC. The Council’s membership is comprised of American Fortune 500 companies, SMEs, and U.A.E. organizations across all sectors of business and industry and includes American and Emirati individuals. All are accepted after review of eligibility based upon membership qualification criteria defined in the AmCham constitution and by-laws.
THE EXECUTIVE TEAM
Cara Nazari
Cynthia Beermann
Helena Hyde
Managing Director AmCham Dubai
Membership Manager
Program & Events Director
AmCham Dubai organizes events and webinars in partnership with key public and private stakeholders from the U.S., the local region as well as internationally. AmCham Dubai’s goal is to strengthen commercial ties between the U.S. and the UAE. and offer exceptional value and support services to its members.
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Kathy Hyde
Lilibeth Delatina
Special Projects
Accounts Administrator
Aarthi Ramachandran
Ghiwa Saliba
Events & Marketing Executive
AmCham Intern
OUR 2021 BOARD
Sammy Bousaba
Said Haddad
Roula Droubi
Shamsa Al Falasi
Amer Afifi
President
Executive Vice President
Vice President Programs
Vice President Membership
Vice President Financial Affairs
Board Member
Robert Mikhael
Nizar Heneidi
Raed Hergli
Laszlo Svinger
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Vice President Legal Affairs & Secretary
Sura Alawi Board Member
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Board Member
Cara Nazari
Anne Jafery
Frank Joseph
Managing Director
Immediate Past President
Commercial Attache U.S. Consulate Dubai
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Q3 CONTENTS DUBAI AIRSHOW KICKOFF BREAKFAST
NEW MEMBERS
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AMCHAM NEWS
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MEMBER NEWS
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USA PAVILION
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EXPO 2020 HIGHLIGHTS
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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
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ELECTION COUNTDOWN
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James R.(Jack) Muhs is the regional president of the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, and Africa (MEISA) region for FedEx Express. Based in Dubai, he leads over 11,000 FedEx Express and TNT team members, and is responsible for providing the strategic direction for the region.
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Prior to his appointment in MEISA, Muhs served as president and CEO of FedEx Trade Networks, which specializes in air and ocean freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and international trade facilitation solutions. He also previously served as senior vice president of global planning, engineering, and global trade services for FedEx Express, where he was responsible for the company’s U.S. export business, as well as the planning and engineering of the FedEx Express global network.
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NOVEMBER 14, 2021 DUBAI SOUTH, MASTER HALL 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Join us as we collaborate on the 2021 Dubai Airshow Breakfast. This prestigious event will be a high-level meeting of upwards of 200 senior US military officials, executives from American defense and aerospace industries, diplomats, and participants in the Dubai Airshow. DEFENSE SECTOR SPEAKER:
Michael Laychak Director, Defense Technology Security Administration Mr. Michael Laychak, a member of the Senior Executive Service, is currently serving as the Director for the Defense Technology Security Administration (DTSA). In this capacity he manages a staff of over 190 policy analysts, engineers, security specialist, and licensing officers responsible for developing and implementing DoD technology security and foreign disclosure policies for international transfers of defense-related goods, services, information, and technology.
Concurrently, he is Acting Chairman of the National Military Information Disclosure Policy Committee, responsible for the formulation and promulgation of U.S. National Disclosure Policy governing the disclosure of U.S. classified military information to foreign governments.
COMMERCIAL SECTOR SPEAKER:
Jack Muhs Regional President FedEx Express
GOODWILL AMBASSADOR:
GENERAL CHARLES DUKE JR. Apollo 16 Astronaut and Lunar Module Pilot General Charles Duke Jr. was one of nineteen men selected for NASA's fifth group of astronauts. In 1969, he was a member of the astronaut support crew for Apollo 10. He served as CAPCOM for Apollo 11, the first crewed landing on the Moon. Following his retirement from NASA, Mr. Duke entered the Air Force Reserve and served as a mobilization augmentee to the Commander, USAF Basic Military Training Center, and to the Commander, USAF Recruiting Service. He is currently on the board of directors for the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation and previously served for two years as the chairman.
AmCham Dubai and its partners are proud to collaborate on the Dubai Airshow, which uniquely showcases American businesses operating in the UAE. The Dubai Airshow is one of the biggest and most successful air shows in the world, connecting aerospace professionals across all areas of the industry to facilitate successful global trade. Past editions have seen record-breaking results with 1,103 exhibitors from 61 countries, over 66,000 trade visitors from 123 countries, 1,735 international and regional media representatives, and an order book of $206.1 billion – the largest of any air show history.
REGISTER NOW AED 250* for AmCham & Bilateral Chamber Members & US Government Officials AED 350* for Non Members
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AMCHAM MEMBERSHIP
PROGRAM & EVENTS CALENDAR 2021
AmCham Dubai’s Premier Club is an exclusive partnership opportunity providing extended access to leadership of relevant organizations. Premier Club members receive many benefits in addition to our typical business member benefits. PRESIDENT’S CLUB MEMBERS
OCTOBER Launch of Expo 2020 How to Grow your Business
Fri 1 Mon 4
Battle of Business Councils Golf Tournament
Thurs 7
Board of Directors Meeting
Sun 10
Invitation to the Future Growth Forum: Outcome Evaluation Global Association Partner: AI Everything
Wed 13
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How to do Business with the U.S. Military
Wed 20
SME Business Builder Networking
Wed 27
NOVEMBER Meet the Candidates Why Now for Venture Capital in the UAE Dubai Airshow Kickoff Breakfast Digitalisation in healthcare
Tues 2 Wed 10 Sun 14
VICE-PRESIDENT’S CLUB MEMBERS
Tues 16
A Magical Thanksgiving
Tues 2
USA Day at Expo 2020
Sun 28
DECEMBER Commemoration & National Day
Tues 30
National Day
Thurs 2
Festive Experience
Wed 8
Board of Directors Meeting
Sun 12
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President’s and Vice President’s Club levels are investments above and beyond regular membership dues. The funds from the additional dues help AmCham provide new opportunities and benefits for our members while continuing to support program development. At the same time, these members receive elevated exposure and high level engagement. Each level is designed to host a minimum number of members to keep the club relevant.
Let’s rethink how the world works. Businesses and communities around the world are in various stages of reopening. As they do, changing how they work isn’t a consideration for tomorrow—it’s an imperative for today. Perhaps this isn’t a restart. It’s a rethink. A time to reimagine how business and society work. A time to reinforce the viability of our companies and the health of our workforces. A time to reconsider how we can solve today’s problems—and actually thrive in the years to come. At IBM, we believe that when people and technology work together, our world can emerge in a way that’s more resilient. Stronger. Smarter than ever before.
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AMCHAM DUBAI NEW MEMBERS
A Warm Welcome to Our New Members American Business
UAE Business
We would like to welcome our new members to the AmCham Dubai
• Craft an engagement strategy
When you join the AmCham you are joining a diverse and collaborative membership organization working together to make Dubai & the Northern Emirates the best place for business to thrive. We’re here to help you make the most of your membership. Whether you have been a member for years or a day, our Member Services Team is here to help you leverage your membership in ways that advance your business objectives. We have a team of talented and engaged member-focused professionals to help you:
Maximize your membership! We’ll help you create a plan that allows you to take advantage of the Chamber’s core offerings to meet your business needs at every level. • Let us come to you
Our team will visit your office and provide a tailored overview of membership benefits to your staff. That’s a win-win since engaged members offer your organization a competitive advantage and enrich and diversify our programs and events. • Facilitate introductions and attendee lists
Our Member Services Team are happy to make connections
We help to facilitate this work by:
Acting as a catalyst for American business in the region
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Creating a consolidated voice of business and thought-leaders for strategic networking, and programs that keep you informed
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Providing a relationship building platform among American and other business communities
Driving knowledge sharing and advocating for public policies that contribute to the economic success of our region and generate economic opportunity
Investing in talent through comprehensive leadership development programs designed to connect and grow strong leaders
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AMCHAM NEWS
AMCHAM DUBAI BOARD OF DIRECTORS WELCOMES NEW CONSUL GENERAL U.S. Consul General-Designate in Dubai Meghan Gregonis met with key members of the U.S. business community during a private dinner hosted by the U.S.-U.A.E. Business Council at the Ritz Carlton DIFC on September 2nd. U.S.-U.A.E. Business Council President Danny Sebright convened leading business executives from 20 U.S. companies with a presence in Dubai to welcome Consul GeneralDesignate Gregonis to the U.A.E. and to share insights on the local business environment. Consul General-Designate Gregonis, who most recently served as U.S. Consul General in Munich, engaged with the U.S. business community and told them about her priorities for her new job as well as preparations for Expo 2020, the world's greatest show. The Expo will be held from 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022 and will provide a platform for U.S. businesses to connect with visitors from around the world. This event continues the Business Council's longstanding tradition of welcoming new Consul Generals and Ambassadors to the UAE. The dinner heralds the Business Council's return to in-person events in both countries, and kicks off a very busy and packed schedule of fall programming.
U.S. Consul General in Dubai, Meghan Gregonis, met with AmCham Dubai Board of Directors during a private meeting at the Milleniumm Hotel Al Barsha on October 7, 2021 The meeting’s objective was to welcome Consul General Gregonis to the U.A.E. and to share insights on the local business climate. AmCham Dubai had the opportunity to present an overview of the organization as well as strategy for a post covid year ahead. Gregonis, who most recently served as U.S. Consul General in Munich, shared her priorities for her tenure as well the for the ongoing partnerships and activities at Expo 2020. We look forward to hosting Consul General Gregonis at an AmCham event soon.
Cara Nazari, AmCham MD; Meghan Gregonic, U.S. Consul General-Designate; Sammy Bousaba, AmCham President
AmCham Board and Consulate Team
Meghan Gregonis U.S. Consul General-Designate
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MEMBER NEWS
PFIZER BECOMES FIRST COVID VACCINE TO GAIN FULL FDA APPROVAL Pfizer Inc. and BioNTech SE have announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the Biologics License Application (BLA) for COMIRNATY® (COVID-19 Vaccine, mRNA) to prevent COVID-19 in individuals 16 years of age and older. COMIRNATY is the first COVID-19 vaccine to be granted approval by the FDA.
The vaccine has been available in the U.S. under Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) since December 11, 2020 (as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine). The EUA permitted essential rollout of vaccine doses across the U.S. to help provide protection during the COVID-19 public health emergency, based on initial data from the pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial.
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USA PAVILION
EXPO 2020 DUBAI
USA PAVILION THEME:
Life, Liberty & the Pursuit of the Future The USA Pavilion will celebrate the American spirit: the people, the ideas and the contributions that improve lives around the world to build a brighter tomorrow. Told through eight immersive exhibits, the USA Pavilion will bring to life the stories of American mobility in a spectacular display of American ingenuity.
P AV I L I O N S I Z E S P E C S :
Building - 1,677 m2
Building + Outdoor Exhibits – 1,916 m2
LO C AT I O N :
ARCHITECT:
EXPERIENCE DESIGNER:
Al Forsan Zone
Woods Bagot
Thinkwell Group
VISITOR JOURNEY The 24-minute guest journey moves through exhibits one to three via a moving walkway. Each exhibit is a unique exploration of “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of the Future.” while linking to the Expo 2020 Dubai theme of, “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future.” Exhibits four to eight showcase past and current American innovations, alongside U.S. tourism and education.
KEY EXHIBIT ITEMS:
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Thomas Jefferson’s Quran
1-to-1 replica SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket
Replica of the Mars Opportunity Rover
Replica of the first telephone by Alexander Graham Bell
Replica of the first Apple iPhone
Dances include native American dance, tap, ballet & acrobatics
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From song and dance to food and sports, over 250 American Cultural Performers will engage Pavilion visitors.
USA PAVILION
EXHIBIT 1
EXHIBIT 2
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Foundations of Freedom
American Innovation
The Innovation Generation
The Sky Is No Longer the Limit
Guests first enter the pavilion to see the sun rising on the Statue of Liberty in this immersive media show, featuring a replica of Lady Liberty’s iconic torch, which was exhibited at the Philadelphia Centennial Expo in 1876.
The lightbulb, the phone, the internet – visitors explore the historical achievements of some of America’s most iconic innovators, including Nikolas Tesla, Henry Ford, Alexander Graham Bell, and Steve Jobs.
Three stories are told through personal interviews, highlighting how innovative American technologies are having an impact on our world today.
In this eight-minute immersive media show, guests explore the future of America’s technological innovations, from the democratization of space to quantum computing, sustainable energy, and more.
EXHIBIT 5
EXHIBIT 6
EXHIBIT 7/8
America the Beautiful
Explore the USA
3,2,1... Blast off!
Cultural Program
From the sunny beaches of Dry Tortugas to the cascading cliffs of Yosemite, guests explore America’s National Parks. We are proud to feature the grand works of American photographer QT Luong, who is best known for his majestic images of U.S. national parks.
Displays invite visitors to Study, Invest in, and Visit the USA. This exhibit also hosts a genuine Martian meteorite, a prototype of NASA’s Opportunity Rover, and a piece of the Moon.
A robust and competitive lowEarth orbit economy is vital to continued progress in space. The US is committed to encouraging and facilitating the growth of the US commercial space sector. Every evening, the replica SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket “blasts off” in a multi-media show.
The USA Pavilion celebrates the US through our Cultural Performers. Performances include native American dance, tap, ballet, acrobatics, spoken word, jazz, blue grass, country, rock, classical, marching bands, cheerleaders, acrobatics and much more!
Youth Ambassadors 75 Youth Ambassadors at the USA Pavilion are the “Faces of America” to the millions of visitors at Expo 2020 Dubai, serving as greeters and exhibit guides. Youth Ambassadors engage in public diplomacy in one of the most effective ways possible – through forging people-topeople connections with visitors from all over the world.
VISIT WEBSITE
@USAExpo2020
Funded by the PepsiCo Foundation, and implemented by ORF America, this program will bring together 40 individuals from 20 countries and regions across the Middle East and South Asia.
USA PAVILION
BUSINESS FUNCTION & PERFORMANCE SPACES The Pavilion’s function, event and meeting rooms at the USA Pavilion are elegant spaces designed to the American aesthetic. The Pavilion’s business program will feature a diverse range of Government to Government, Business to Business and Government to Business events. These invitation only events will take place in a variety of formats including sit-down lunch / dinner, banquets, cocktail parties, morning / afternoon tea, seminars and meetings. When not hosting official business program events, the function room will operate as an exclusive lounge for top-tier partners and sponsors to network and soak up the prestige of the Pavilion and excitement of Expo 2020.
PRE-FUNCTION SPACE After ascending the stairs or taking the elevator, guests will be invited to relax in the pre-Function Area. Here they can wait in the lounge for their meeting in the conference room or enjoy a cocktail at the custom-built bar before a banquet in the Function Area. FUNCTION SPACE The Function Area is designed with flexibility in mind. This space can be fully catered and serviced by the pavilion’s in-house operations team.
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EXPO 2020
THE LAUNCH OF THE DISCOVER AMERICA PROGRAM AT THE USA PAVILION The AmCham Dubai Board joined the launch of the DISCOVER AMERICA program at the USA Pavilion on October 2021.
Discover America is an annual campaign and platform, organized by the U.S. Commercial Service UAE team, to help U.S. companies showcase their products and services. The Discover America 2020 will run from now until March 2022, to coincide with the finale of the U.S. Pavilion at the World Expo 2021 in Dubai.
Shout out to AmCham Dubai Members supporting
EXPO 2020 & the USA PAVILION
EXPO 2020 PARTNERS:
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US PAVILION PARTNERS:
EXPO 2020
PEPSICO INAUGURATES THREE PAVILIONS PepsiCo is bringing the latest in sustainable food, beverage and retail experiences to Expo 2020 Dubai. PepsiCo inaugurated its three pavilions at Expo 2020 Dubai as it opened The Plus (Pepsi and Lay’s), The Bolt (Gatorade) and The Drop (Aquafina). The latest innovations from PepsiCo such as the Aquafina Water Station and Pepsi Go are also open to Expo 2020 Dubai visitors to experience new way to snack and drink.
THE DROP (AQUAFINA)
“It is an honour to be in Dubai to celebrate the Opening Ceremony of Expo 2020 and PepsiCo’s role as Expo’s Official Beverage and Snack Partner. Expo 2020 Dubai will be a hub for innovation, creativity, and crossindustry collaboration, and our amazing PepsiCo pavilions – The Plus, The Bolt, and The Drop – will demonstrate how we are leveraging these capabilities to support our pep+ vision of driving positive outcomes for people, the planet, and our business. With millions of visitors coming together from nearly 200 countries across the world, Expo gives us hope that together we can meet our shared challenges and build a more sustainable future for us all,” - Ramon Laguarta, PepsiCo Chairman & CEO.
THE BOLT (GATORADE)
THE PLUS (PEPSI AND LAY’S)
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EXPO 2020
“Our collaboration to reimagine the ease of payments as part of a seamless visitor experience at Expo 2020 Dubai represents the beginning of the next era of innovation, where new opportunities in technology are unlocking doors to a priceless tomorrow.” Raghu Malhotra - President, Middle East and Africa, Mastercard
PREMIER PARTNER & OFFICIAL AIRLINE OF EXPO 2020 Emirates will play a key role in bringing visitors to Expo 2020 via its extensive route network of 158 destinations in 84 countries. Emirates will also be participating at the event with its own pavilion. READ MORE
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EXPO 2020
INNOVATING FOR CHANGE Accenture led the design strategy for an innovative, powerful, personalized, and engaging digital experience that will bring Expo 2020 to life for millions of visitors. At Expo 2020 we are demonstrating how innovative technology can create a positive impact and improve the way the world lives and works. Gerardo Canta - Managing Director & Executive Sponsor for Accenture's partnership with Expo 2020 Dubai
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CISCO POWERS THE POSSIBLE AT EXPO 2020 "The path to the digital future is paved through the power of intelligent networks. We’ve partnered with Expo 2020 to help ensure their infrastructure delivers on that promise and brings unique experiences for visitors at every stage of their visit.” Shukri Eid - Managing Director – Gulf Region – Cisco Middle East
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INNOVATING FOR CHANGE As partners of the #USAPavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, we’re launching the Citi Rocket Stage, supporting American performers as they dazzle global audiences at the supercharged cultural gathering of the year. Get on board! FIND OUT MORE
MAKING DUBAI THE HEART OF GLOBAL TRADE “With our network of 150 businesses in 45 countries, including Dubai’s flagship Jebel Ali Port, DP World will play an integral role in fulfilling the supply-chain needs of the largest event ever held in the Arab world, which will host 192 nations.” Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem
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US PAVILION TO SHOWCASE QUANTUM COMPUTING Technology company Honeywell has announced that it will present the capabilities of the rapidly evolving field of Quantum Computing at the US Pavilion. "It is a radical leap forward in technology that can unlock solutions to those challenges,” Norm Gilsdor - Vice President of global high growth regions at Honeywell.
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BATTLE OF THE BUSINESS COUNCILS THURSDAY OCTOBER 7, 2021 @ JUMEIRAH GOLF ESTATES
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3M STATE OF SCIENCE INDEX 2021 UAE ARE YOU READY? BECAUSE WE SURE ARE! AmCham Dubai along with our very own Premier member 3M Middle East as well as industry experts engaged in the. The State of Science Index 2021 an insightful, thought-provoking dialogue.
“A year into the pandemic hope is the defining sentiment for science. I will be exploring this at 3M State of Science Index 2021 UAE launch in partnership with Forbes Middle East. Joining me on the panel is His Excellency Dr. Amin Hussain Al Ameeri, Cara Nazari, Jad Bitar, Camila Cruz Durlacher (she/ her), Patrick Noack, Ihsan Anabtawi, Daniyal Baig, Khuloud Al Omian Robert Brittain & Stephan Rahn- thank you for being onboard and I look forward to our thought-provoking discussion with you all." Laszlo Svinger – 3M
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ELECTION COUNTDOWN
AMCHAM DUBAI BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ELECTION COUNTDOWN
SAVE THE DATES OCT 4 NOMINATING CMTE FORMED & ANNOUNCED OCT 10 NOMINATIONS OPEN OCT 28 ELECTIONS CMTE FORMED OCT 28 NOMINATIONS CLOSED
AmCham Dubai is your organization, do YOU have time to serve?
NOV 2 MEET THE CANDIDATES - VIRTUAL
We encourage you to be active in your business council. AmCham Dubai is a member-driven organization that depends on your participation, so let us know if you would like to contribute toward our collective growth and success.
NOV 10 ELECTRONIC VOTING OPEN NOV 22 - TBC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING ELECTIONS RESULTS ANNOUNCED
WHY SHOULD I SERVE ON THE AMCHAM BOARD?
REQUIREMENTS FOR NOMINATION
• Leading key business issues to make a lasting impact
President
• Communicating new industry developments
US Citizen, American Business Member or American Individual Member.
• Positioning the AmCham as a progressive and effective force in the community •Help shape tax policy affecting overseas Americans •Community engagement •Sharing knowledge •Promoting US business interests •Developing a stronger ABC for the region •Cultivating relations with key government officials •Recruiting, retaining and engaging ABC membership
Executive Vice President US Citizen, American Business Member or American Individual Member.
Vice President, Membership No citizenship requirement, American Business Member or American Individual Member.
Vice President, Programs No citizenship requirement, American Business Member or American Individual Member.
Vice President, Legal Affairs & Secretary No citizenship requirement, American Business Member or American Individual Member.
Vice President, Financial Affairs & Treasurer No citizenship requirement, American Business Member or American Individual Member.
Five General Board Members No citizenship requirement, all membership categories are eligible to run for general board member positions.
AmCham Dubai is now accepting expressions of interest for the Elections Committee for the 2021 Board of Directors election. The Elections Committee is tasked with overseeing the elections. If you have been interested in serving within AmCham Dubai but haven’t determined in which capacity, this might be the right fit for you. If you are interested in serving on the Elections Committee, please email director@amchamdubai.org
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HUMAN RESOURCES TASK FORCE
With HR being an ever evolving field with the need to adapt to the changing environments a HR Taskforce Committee seemed like a perfect synergy for the two organizations. The objective of the HR committee is to review existing frameworks and recommend a roadmap for developing robust and coherent policies on Best Practice in Human Resources in the UAE. The committee provided an opportunity for business leaders and government officials to discuss operational issues, exchange ideas, and create a continued dialogue towards policy enhancements and reform. The comprised committee structure comprises a committee chairman, a representative from the AmCham Dubai office, a Cigna representative as well as members of the committee drawn from HR professionals from the AmCham Dubai membership. Topics covered but not limited too: • Wellness in the Workplace • Employee Retention • Healthcare • Emiratization
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Human Resources Task Force Launch
2020
AmCham Dubai & Cigna sat down in 2019 to discuss how to create a targeted platform for Cigna to get more involved with their brand through leadership and community engagement.
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JA N UA RY 1 5 T H
Emiratization (in person) M A R CH 4 T H
Gender Parity Diversity and Inclusion (in person) D E CEM B E R 1 4 T H
UAE Skills Initiative and the Impact of Technology on HR
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SUMMARY OF TASK FORCE ACTIVITIES 2019 TO PRESENT
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The Strategic Value of Global Mobility J U N E 1 6 TH
A Step into the New Workspace S EP TEM B E R 7 T H
Redesigning the Workspace for Operational Excellence
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Many of our committee members exhibiting at Expo 2020 and participating in the Future Food Forum. The second edition of Future Food 2021, hosted by the UAE Food & Beverage Manufacturers, on October 19 and 20, at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo 2020 Dubai, is an important platform that brings together stakeholders from the food and beverage industry to drive dialogue and positive action in promoting a vibrant food manufacturing sector in the UAE. Complementing the ‘Make it in the Emirates’ initiatives, the event also underpins the importance that the nation places in promoting food security by creating a vibrant supply chain for the food and beverage manufacturing sector. Through insightful discussions, the event will put the spotlight on the value-add of domestic F&B manufacturing, in driving four core areas: economic growth, job creation, nurturing the SME sector, and creating in-country value.
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