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Investor.ge Editorial: the Negative Economic Impact of the Foreign Influence Law
Monday, May 27, 2024In the short term, the possibility of the law's passing has impacted the tourism sector, the value of shares in Georgia's internationally listed companies, and it has put notable pressure on the Georgian lari.
Longer term, if the law is passed, it will reduce funding for economic support programs that have been critical to Georgia's economic growth, particularly its infrastructure development. It will undermine Georgia's prospects for EU integration and could lead to the withdrawal of Georgia's EU visa-free travel or sanctions on Georgians. Finally, by signaling a rejection of its Western orientation, it will discourage Western investment and make Georgia more economically dependent on a highly problematic and volatile region.
Read the article in Georgian and English.
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Statement by the American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia
Tuesday, April 16, 2024Statement by the American Chamber of Commerce in Georgian and English expressing grave concerns about the new draft law on foreign influence and its likely negative impact on Georgia's democracy, EU candidacy and investment environment.
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AmCham Georgia Meeting with the National Security Council Director for Southern Europe and Caucasus at the White House
Thursday, June 27, 2024 
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Meeting with the American Chamber in Washington, DC
Wednesday, June 26, 2024  AmCham President Irakli Baidashvili, AmCham Board Member Ketti Kvartskhava, and AmCham Executive Director meeting with the American Chamber in Washington, DC.
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Select USA Summit: Day 2
Tuesday, June 25, 2024  Day 2 - Select USA Summit - Watching Secretary Blinken explain the ways that bilateral ties with the US help all involved build their companies and develop their countries. And, of course, that is exactly why AmCham Georgia is here.
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Select USA: Day 1
Monday, June 24, 2024  Day 1 Select USA - Amcham Georgia with the US Ambassador Robin Dunnigan and a 45 person delegation - at the Select USA summit in Washington DC. We are bringing one of the largest delegations from Europe and aim to build ties between Georgian and US businesses.
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AmCham panel discussion on Capital Markets
Wednesday, June 12, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted a panel discussion on capital market development at the Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel. The event featured:
- Ms. Tina Simonishvili, Vice President DCM, TBC Capital
- Mr. Vano Kikvilashvili, Head of Capital Markets and Investment Banking, Galt and Taggart
- Ms. Nona Oniani, CFO, Silk Road Group
- Ms. Mancho Khinashvili, Head of Investors' Relations Department, Tegeta Holding
The panel was moderated by AmCham Executive Director, George Welton. The discussion covered the challenges and opportunities of accessing local and international capital markets, as well as future prospects. Members had the opportunity to engage in a Q&A session.
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AmCham Board meeting
Tuesday, June 11, 2024  The Board of the American Chamber of Commerce met on the 11th June. During the meeting AmCham President, Irakli Baidashvili, led a discussion on how AmCham should approach the difficult current circumstances in Georgia. George Welton gave the board an update on on-going policy issues. The board also accepted Hualing Preference Hotel as a new AmCham member.
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Cocktail Reception at the Mercure Hotel Tbilisi
Friday, June 07, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at the Mercure Hotel Tbilisi. AmCham President, Mr. Irakli Baidashvili, greeted the guests and announced updates and upcoming events. Members took the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues, and fellow representatives of member companies while enjoying cocktails, Georgian wine, and delicious food.
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Meeting with the IFC representatives
Tuesday, May 21, 2024  AmCham Georgia held a joint meeting with the IFC representatives to discuss gaining access to finance through Asset-Based Finance (ABF) products, including factoring.
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AmCham Roundtable with the US Ambassador Robin Dunnigan
Wednesday, May 15, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted Roundtable Meeting with the US Ambassador to Georgia, H.E. Robin Dunnigan, at Pullman Tbilisi Axis Towers. During the event, Ambassador Dunnigan discussed various aspects of the US-Georgia relations as well as current issues in Georgia, the United States and the wider region. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A.
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Meeting with US officials
Tuesday, May 14, 2024  AmCham President Irakli Baidashvili as well as invited business guests met with Assistant Secretary Jim O'Brien, DAS Josh Huck and the US Ambassador to Georgia Robin Dunnigan to discuss the situation in Georgia, particularly the Russian foreign influence law and its impact on the business environment. The US officials had a frank and productive exchange of views with Amcham members.
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AmCham Board meeting
Tuesday, May 14, 2024  Chaired by Board President, Irakli Baidashvili, the board of AmCham met on 14th May. During the meeting, the board continued to discuss the situation in the country, particularly in relation to the Russian foreign influence law, AmCham's activities to date and likely activities in the future. The board also accepted 4 new members, including Corporate members, Pulsar, Proof of Origin and Voyager.
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Luncheon with the Director, Regional Head of the Caucasus of EBRD, Mr. Alkis Drakinos
Wednesday, May 08, 2024 
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AmCham Board meeting
Tuesday, April 16, 2024  The board of AmCham met on April 16th. During the meeting, the board considered the law on foreign influence and expressed a consensus that the law is extremely damaging to Georgia. In response, the board agreed to publish a public statement on the subject as soon as possible. The board also accepted 8 new AmCham members, including 6 corporate A members and 3 corporate B members. AmCham Vice President and Treasurer, Goga Tkhelidze, also presented the 2024 1st quarter financial report.
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AmCham to Support the Education System of GeorgiaUN Global Compact Network Georgia's article on AmCham's Support for the Education System of GeorgiaThursday, April 04, 2024Read the article here.
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AmCham and MAC Georgia hosted a dinner for the scholarship recipients
Friday, March 29, 2024  AmCham Georgia, in partnership with MAC Georgia hosted a dinner for our scholarship recipients. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect and get to know each other better.
Huge gratitude to our incredible donors whose support enables 30 students to pursue their dreams by covering tuition fees and providing essential living allowances.
Together, we're raising Georgia's next generation of leaders.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at Holiday Inn
Thursday, March 28, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at the Holiday Inn. AmCham President Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and thanked Holiday Inn for hosting the reception. Mr. Baidashvili informed guests about AmCham's upcoming events and updates. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious food and desserts.
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AmCham Georgia took part in the Investors Council Meeting
Friday, March 22, 2024  On March 22nd AmCham Georgia took part in the Investors Council Meeting Chaired by the Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze. The meeting also included Ministers from all of the Government's economic team, as well as UK Ambassador Mark Clayton, heads of EBRD, the World Bank and IFC and several other leading business associations. The discussion generally discussed challenges and opportunities for Georgia's economy. AmCham, in particular, presented summaries of concerns over the operation of commercial arbitration and the Middle Corridor.
Find the video where AmCham Georgia' President Irakli Baidashvili gives interview to the media following the meeting.
See video here.
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AmCham Board meeting
Tuesday, March 19, 2024  The AmCham board met on 19th March. During the meeting they accepted 3 new Corporate A, 4 new Corporate B and one new NGO member, as well as discussing the upcoming Investor Council meeting and other planned events for the rest of the spring.
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AmCham congratulates The USAID Economic Security Program
Tuesday, March 12, 2024  We would like to express our sincere gratitude and respect to the The USAID Economic Security Program and congratulate on the successful 5 years.
We have jointly accomplished several meaningful projects and are thrilled to share the celebration of all the achievements of the program and wish the amazing team successful career development.
This program is a proof of American people’s actual support to Georgia on its path of economic development.
We are grateful to USAID/Georgia and US Embassy Tbilisi, Georgia for all the support.
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AmCham Meeting with Col. Joseph Bilbo following a Cocktail Recept
Wednesday, February 28, 2024  AmCham President Irakli Baidashvili hosted a Roundtable meeting with Colonel Joseph Bilbo, the US Defense Attaché at the US Embassy in Tbilisi, at Pullman Hotel Tbilisi. The discussion was about the regional security situation, particularly the war in Ukraine. The discussion covered various topics and included an extensive Q&A session.
The meeting was followed by a cocktail reception at the Sky Bar by Pullman Hotel. Members had opportunity of networking while enjoying delicious cocktails and food in a wonderful atmosphere with the vibrant views over the city.
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AmCham Luncheon with Mr. Levan Davitashvili
Thursday, February 22, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members' only Luncheon with Mr. Levan Davitashvili, the First Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia. During the event, Mr. Davitashvili discussed the current activities and future plans of the Ministry. The presentation was followed by a lively Q&A session, covering a wide range of issues.
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AmCham Roundtable Meeting with ADB Country Director
Wednesday, February 14, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted a Roundtable meeting with the new Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Ms. Lesley Bearman Lahm, who discussed ADB's updates and current activities in Georgia. She was joined by her colleague, Mr. Parnaoz (Tato) Tsintsadze, Senior Investment Officer for the Private Sector. The presentation was followed by an engaging Q&A session that covered a wide range of issues.
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AmCham Board meeting
Tuesday, February 13, 2024  The AmCham Board met on 13 February. They accepted Wyndham Hotels and Resorts as Corp A members, as well as Volvo Car Caucasus, Vine and Wine, Ambassadori Travel and Cora Consulting as Corporate B. They also accepted Wolt's request to become a Patron member. The board also considered the AmCham Investment Promotion project as well as the upcoming USA Select event in the US and the ADB Global event in Tbilisi.
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AmCham Luncheon with H.E. Robin Dunnigan at The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi
Tuesday, January 30, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted its first Members' Only Luncheon of the year with the US Ambassador to Georgia, H.E. Robin Dunnigan, at The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi. During the event, Ambassador Dunnigan discussed various aspects of the US-Georgia relations as well as current issues in Georgia, the United States and the wider region. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A, which covered a wide range of issues.
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CLT Committee meeting
Friday, January 26, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted a CLT Committee meeting during which the committee discussed issues related to arbitration.
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AmCham Back to Business Cocktail Reception at The Sheraton (Ati Restaurant)
Friday, January 26, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted a Back to Business Cocktail Reception for its members at ATI Restaurant, Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace. AmCham President, Irakli Baidashvili, greeted the guests and provided information about upcoming AmCham events. The reception was attended by AmCham members, friends, and the heads of foreign diplomatic representations. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with each other after the long holiday season.
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CLT Committee meeting
Wednesday, January 24, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted a CLT Committee meeting. AmCham CLT committee invited Dr. Giorgi Jugheli of the Investors Council to discuss particular provisions and issues within the effective law on entrepreneurs. Members of the committee were actively involved in discussing practical challenges encountered on by them.
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AmCham meets IFC representatives
Wednesday, January 17, 2024  AmCham Georgia hosted a meeting with IFC representatives who reviewed the possibility of gaining access to finance through Asset-Based Finance (ABF) products, including factoring.
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AmCham meets Mr. Richard Nephew, Department of State Coordinator on Global Anti-Corruption
Wednesday, January 17, 2024  The AmCham President, Irakli Baidashvili along with AmCham Vice Presidents hosted Department of State Coordinator on Global Anti-Corruption, Richard Nephew at Unfound Door. The lunch included discussion of the business environment in Georgia and how potential corruption can be managed, mitigated and tracked by business and US government agencies.
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AmCham Board meeting
Tuesday, January 16, 2024  The AmCham board met on the 16th January first board meeting of 2024. They discussed plans for the year ahead, including policy priorities to be considered for the next Investor Council meeting and some of the important calendar events in what already looks like it will be a busy year!
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AmCham Member Lunch on Education and the launch of AmCham / MAC Georgia scholarship program
Thursday, December 21, 2023 
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AmCham Board meeting
Tuesday, December 12, 2023  Irakli Baidashvili, President of AmCham, chaired the AmCham end of year board meeting on 12th December. The board meeting started by reviewing member applications and accepting 7 new members. At the meeting, the board reviewed the results of the AmCham member survey. The board also discussed the plans for 2024 and accepted the budget for 2024 that was presented and proposed by AmCham Vice President and Treasurer George Tkhelidze.
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AmCham General Assembly 2023 at Pullman Tbilisi Axis Towers
Thursday, December 07, 2023  American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia held its annual General Assembly and Luncheon at the Pullman Hotel. AmCham President, Irakli Baidashvili offered an overview of the work of the Chamber during the last year. AmCham Vice President and Treasurer, George Tkhelidze presented the 2022 accounts, which had been audited by Grant Thornton Georgia. This was approved by members. Irakli thanked the membership, the board and the staff for a really successful year and offered his positive hopes for 2024.
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AmCham board hosted Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Joshua Huck
Wednesday, December 06, 2023  The AmCham board hosted Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Joshua Huck who has responsibility for overseeing policy for Southern Europe and the Caucasus along with US Ambassador Robin Dunnigan and other members of the US Embassy team. AmCham President Irakli Baidashvili moderated discussion of Georgia's economic and political situation, ways to facilitate strengthening Georgia-US relations, the challenges faced by the current geopolitical context and the opportunities offered by EU alignment.
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BMG video cover of AmCham Georgia and TBC Capital joint event
Friday, December 01, 2023 
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Joint Event of AmCham Georgia and TBC Capital
Friday, December 01, 2023  AmCham Georgia together with TBC Capital hosted a Macro-Sectorial Overview, relevant to the AmCham community. Presentation was followed by the panel discussion and the Cocktail Reception.
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AmCham President has signed a joint statement
Thursday, November 30, 2023  AmCham President Irakli Baidashvili has signed a joint statement on Georgia’s EU Candidacy Status along with other Business Associations.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at the Hilton Garden Inn Tbilisi Chavchavadze
Wednesday, November 15, 2023  On November 15th After the IRI Presentation, AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at the Hilton Garden Inn Tbilisi Chavchavadze. AmCham President Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and thanked Hilton Garden Inn for hosting the reception. Mr. Baidashvili informed guests about AmCham’s upcoming events and updates. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious food and desserts.
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IRI presentation
Wednesday, November 15, 2023  AmCham organized a presentation with International Republican Institute (IRI), Resident Program Director John DiPirro and Deputy Director Lado Razmadze presented the results of their latest national public opinion research. The survey assesses the national mood, political, economic and social dynamics, media engagement, foreign policy, public institutions, under-represented groups and elections. Members had an opportunity for Q&A. Presentation was followed by Cocktail Reception.
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AmCham Roundtable meeting with Ms. Mariam Kvrivishvili
Friday, November 10, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable meeting with the Deputy Minister of Economy Ms. Mariam Kvrivishvili who the provided tourism and aviation overview at the Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A.
The pesentation is available here>>>
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Construction and Real Estate Committee meeting
Wednesday, November 08, 2023  AmCham Construction and Real Estate Committee hosted Vakhtang Begashvili, CEO of Morningstar Energy Solutions, who presented on the ongoing energy efficiency reforms in Georgia and the liabilities which arise from these regulations for the construction businesses for the committee.
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Education and Training Committee Meeting
Wednesday, November 08, 2023  AmCham Education and Training committee met to discuss the ongoing relevant issues which concern the industry , including the status update on international students' admission and visa issues and talk about the status of the internationalization of higher education in Georgia. The co-chair of the Committee Halil Guven gave a presentation about the achievements of SDSU in the MCC project (TSU, ISU, and GTU) in international accreditation for their STEM programs (ABET and ACS) and made an announcement of the great success of continuation of SDSU in Georgia, and SDSU's recent agreements with the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia.
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AmCham 25th Anniversary Gala
Saturday, November 04, 2023 
AmCham Georgia hosted a 25 year Anniversary Gala for up to 550 guests at the Sheraton Grand Metechi Palace Hotel. In addition to AmCham membership, guests included the new US Ambassador to Georgia Robin Dunnigan, heads of international organizations, as well as a range of other senior business people, dignitaries and members of the diplomatic community. The guests enjoyed a spectacular performances starting with the famous musical Chicago by Zaal Chikobava performed by the talented Georgian artists; the audience was thrilled by the "Three Waiters Show", first time in Georgia, which was followed by amazing Sopo Toroshelidze and Tika Balanchini with her band New One. The musical program was closed by the DJ. The guests were very excited to participate in our prize draw, but five of them were super lucky to win iPhone 15 Pro Max, Electric Scooter, Samsung 85 inch TV, and two prizes from our Flagship Sponsors- a year membership of Sheraton Spa & Pool for two and 2500 liters of petrol from Gulf Georgia. It was a great celebration of AmCham Georgia's achievements over the last 25 years, a quarter of a century!
See photo albums here>>>.
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Short Glance of AmCham 25th Anniversary Gala (video)
Saturday, November 04, 2023 
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AmCham Georgia Celebrates its 25 Year AnniversaryVideo coverage on Business Partner (1st Channel)Saturday, November 04, 2023 
I am honored to represent an organization which during the last 25 years not only survived through different challenging times but also has succeeded to become one of the most prominent organization in the country - AmCham President Irakli Baidashvili.
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AmCham FMCG Committee meeting
Thursday, October 12, 2023  AmCham FMCG Committee met on 12 October, 2023 to discuss ongoing relevant issues reflecting the industry. It was decided to coordinate between the committee members and come up with the list of queries to be addressed to the state authorities.
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Members Only Luncheon with the German Ambassador to Georgia
Thursday, October 05, 2023  ...to be updated shortly.
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AmCham Back to Business Cocktail Reception
Thursday, September 21, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a "Back to Business Cocktail Reception," a special affair dedicated exclusively to its esteemed members. The event unfolded at the newly launched Radisson Red, an exquisite hotel situated in the heart of Tbilisi. This enchanting evening brought together a lively assembly of AmCham members, providing an ideal platform for our valued members to renew connections and catch up after a holiday season hiatus.
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AmCham board meeting
Tuesday, September 19, 2023  AmCham board had their monthly hybrid meeting led by AmCham President Irakli Baidashvili. During the meeting they accepted 5 new members, including the USAID National Governance Program, Georgian Global Utilities, Padel Island, Unfound Door and Noblesse Art Gallery. They also discussed AmCham's summer activities, its scholarship program, public relations campaign and the upcoming Gala. They also welcomed Marc Nordberg, the US Embassy's new Political and Economic Section Head, who will be joining the board as an ex-officio member.
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Build Georgia - call for applicationsSecond Cohort 2023-2024 (Deadline Aug-20, 2023)Thursday, July 27, 2023Call for applications to participate in International Republican Institute (IRI) project BUILD Georgia.
The overall goal of the project "BUILD Georgia" is to facilitate dialogue among established Georgian leaders and leading experts in order to devise collaborative responses to national challenges.
For more details please follow the link.
#IRI
#BUILDGeorgia
#democracy
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FMCG Committee meeting
Thursday, July 13, 2023  FMCG Committee met on 13 July to discuss, amongst other things, the roadmap for the regulations to be adopted in 2023-2024 as well as separate specific regulations and their impact on the industry going forward.
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AmCham Georgia organized a Job Fair for the program graduates
Friday, July 07, 2023  In partnership with The USAID Economic Security Program and its partners Silk Hospitality, GMT GROUP and Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace AmCham Georgia implemented a joint project to strengthen the hospitality industry in Georgia. Within the framework of the project two cohorts of five months on-job training at the participant hotels was provided for up to 100 trainees. This was the second job fair organized within the project. Many of the participants already got jobs in hospitality industry and most of them are in a process of negotiations. We are grateful for all the effort that our project partners have put in this initiative and wish success to each of the stakeholders within the industry.
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US Independence Day 2023
Saturday, July 01, 2023AmCham Georgia jointly with the US Embassy in Georgia hosted a family picnic celebrating the 247th anniversary of the signing of the US Declaration of Independence. More than 2500 American, Georgian and international guests enjoyed an American style picnic with a giant barbecue, live bands, live performances by Vocal Academy kid singers, bouncy castles, popcorn, ice-cream, face-painting, caricaturists, balloon show, chemical show, clowns and toys for children. The picnic also featured art-classes for kids, gif-me, photo-booth, photo-bus and a rodeo horse. The U.S. Ambassador Kelly C. Degnan and AmCham Georgia President, Irakli Baidashvili welcomed the guests. The event ended with a display from the US Marines, national anthems and phenomenal fireworks. AmCham would like to thank its sponsors for their huge generosity in making this event possible and even bigger this year!
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Joint meeting of Tourism and Education committees
Thursday, June 22, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a joint meeting of its Tourism and Education committees. The goal of the meeting was to discuss the vocational education opportunities in the hospitality industry, the challenges of the sector connected to the lack of qualified personnel and ways to improve the coordination between the sector and the VET centers. Therefore, we invited Skills Agency of Georgia and vocational colleges to the meeting. Ms. Tamar Kitiashvili and Mr. Petre Tsulukidze made an interesting presentation about the Agency. Several VET colleges presented their programs and shared their experiences to the audience.
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Business Roundtable meeting with the Minister of Education
Thursday, June 22, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable meeting with the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Dr. Giorgi Amilakhvari who discussed the current activities and future plans of the ministry. The presentation was followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
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Luncheon with the Ambassador of Turkey to Georgia Ali Kaan Orbay
Wednesday, June 14, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted Members' Only Luncheon with the Ambassador of Turkey to Georgia Mr. Ali Kaan Orbay at The Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel. The ambassador discussed Georgia-Turkey relations as well as the role of Turkey in the region. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A, which covered a wide range of issues.
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AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at Courtyard by Marriott Hotel
Friday, June 09, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at the newly re-designed Courtyard by Marriott Tbilisi's brasserie. AmCham President, Mr. Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and announced updates and the upcoming events of AmCham. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious food and desserts.
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AmCham Business RoundtablePanel discussion on Georgian startupsThursday, May 18, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted the panel discussion on Georgian startups at the Pullman Tbilisi Axis Towers Hotel. It included:
- Mr. Beka Dalakishvili, Co-founder and CEO, Kernel
- Mr. Vano Chaladze, Cargon
- Mr. Salim Dhanani, stealth startup - CEO and co-founder of Big Pay
- Ms. Nato Chakvetadze co- founder and CBDO of Enagram AI
The panel was moderated by the AmCham Board member and founder of Startup Grind, Mr. Colin Donohue. Members had an opportunity of Q&A. It was the hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
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AmCham Business RoundtableMeeting with HE Pawel Herczynski, European Union Ambassador to GeorgiaWednesday, May 10, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable meeting with European Union Ambassador to Georgia, Pawel Herczynski at the Holiday Inn Tbilisi Hotel. Ambassador discussed the work of the EU in Georgia and Georgia-EU relations. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A, which covered a wide range of issues. It was the hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
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TBC Capital Presentation and AmCham Cocktail Reception at Stamba Hotel
Friday, May 05, 2023  AmCham Georgia together with TBC Capital hosted a Macro- Sectorial Overview that are relevant to the AmCham community. Presentation was followed by the panel discussion and the Cocktail Reception.
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Tourism Committee meeting
Friday, May 05, 2023  Tourism Committee met on 5 May, to discuss the draft law on tourism. The committee considered the aspects of the law with the participations of the USAID Economic Governance Project representatives, who were actually involved in the drafting process of this document.
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Signing ceremony of the joint statement by 9 leading business associations
Thursday, May 04, 2023  AmCham Georgia joined the signing ceremony of the joint statement by 9 leading business associations on Georgia’s EU Candidacy Status. George Welton, the Executive Director, then joined a panel to discuss the importance of AmCham gaining candidate status. 'It will be transformative', said George, 'EU candidate status and the membership that it portends will stimulate investment, positive economic growth, greater employment and integration into EU structures. The EU essentially underwrites political and judicial risk, making investments in EU states far safer'.
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Members Only Luncheon at The Biltmore Hotel
Wednesday, April 26, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted Members' Only Luncheon with the US Ambassador to Georgia H.E. Kelly C. Degnan at The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi. The ambassador discussed US-Georgia relations as well as current issues in Georgia, the United States and the wider region. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A, which covered a wide range of issues.
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AmCham Business RoundtablePanel discussion on energy sector at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel, TbilisiWednesday, April 19, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted the panel discussion on energy sector at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel. It included:
- Mr. Jubo Turashvili, Head of Energy Policy and Investment Projects Department, Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development
- Mr. Radoslav Dudolenski, CEO, Crosscountry Georgia
- Mr. Kote Mchedlishvili, Deputy Director, Peri
- Mr. Lasha Uplisashvili, Partner, BLC Law
- Mr. David Managadze, Regional Head of Energy, Turkey and the Caucasus, EBRD
The panel was moderated by AmCham Executive director, George Welton. Members had an opportunity of Q&A. It was the hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
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AmCham hosted Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Export Administration
Tuesday, April 11, 2023  Irakli Baidashvili, President of AmCham, along with many members of the AmCham board, hosted Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Export Administration Thea D. Rozman Kendler, along with Treasury officials and U.S. Ambassador Kelly Degnan at Vinotel Hotel. The dinner included discussion of a range of issues, including Georgian export controls, the economic environment and opportunities for enhancing Georgia-US trade and investment.
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President of AmCham hosted visitors from the United States Trade Representative's Office
Friday, April 07, 2023  Irakli Baidashvili, President of AmCham hosted visitors from the United States Trade Representative's Office: Ms. Laura Buffo, Deputy Assistant U.S Trade Representative and Mr. Jason Buntin, Director for Europe and Middle East Affairs. The discussion included opportunities for the growth of US Georgia trade and investment as well as ways that Georgia can take better advantage of the US GSP trade regime.
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Tourism Committee meeting
Friday, April 07, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted the Tourism Committee meeting to discuss hotel-related waste management issues. The members of the committee had the opportunity to share what they are currently doing and planning to do and who is involved in these efforts. The meeting also was attended by Environment Committee members.
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Dinner with AS of Commerce for Global Markets
Wednesday, April 05, 2023  Irakli Baidashvili, President of AmCham hosted Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Global Markets and Director General of the U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service Arun Venkataraman and U.S. Ambassador to Georgia Kelly Degnan at Mtatsminda Funicular restaurant. The dinner included discussion of opportunities for the growth of US Georgia trade.
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Tourism Committee meeting
Friday, March 31, 2023  AmCham organized a Tourism Committee meeting. Members in hospitality sector had chance to reconnect. The committee had the discussion about the way in which different members engage with vocational education colleges and if there are ways in which AmCham through the tourism committee could help that process.
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AmCham Board members host guests from the US National War College
Thursday, March 30, 2023  AmCham Board members hosted guests from the US National War College. The board had a wide-ranging discussion with the delegation about US-Georgia relations, foreign and domestic policy issues, how to enhance bilateral relations and the importance of US-support for Georgia's security and economic growth.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at Mercure Hotel Tbilisi
Thursday, March 30, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at Mercure Hotel Tbilisi. AmCham President, Mr. Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and announced updates and the upcoming events of AmCham. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious food. The reception was attended by guests from the US National War College and the winner of a pitch competition for Start-Ups, Elven Technologies.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Wednesday, March 22, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable meeting at Hilton Garden Inn Chavchavadze with Deputy Minister of Economy Ms. Mariam Kvrivishvili and Head of Georgian National Tourism Administration Ms. Maia Omiadze who discussed the current activities and future plans of GNTA. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A. It was the hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
GNTA Tourism and Aviation Industry Overview
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AmCham Energy committee pre-meeting
Wednesday, March 15, 2023  AmCham held Energy committee pre-meeting on 15 May to discuss ongoing relevant issues within the energy sector and a possible agenda for the committee.
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Members Only Luncheon at Tbilisi Marriott Hotel
Tuesday, March 14, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted Members Only Luncheon with Minister of Regional Development and Infrastructure of Georgia Mr. Irakli Karseladze, who discussed the current activities and future plans of the ministry. The presentation was followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
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Concerns regarding the Law 'on the Transparency of Foreign Influence'
Wednesday, March 01, 2023Dear AmCham Members,
On March 1, along with three other Business Associations, AmCham sent a letter to Speaker Papuashvili regarding the draft law that requires the registration of externally financed NGOs as 'agents of foreign influence'. As you know, we generally don't make public statements on legislation, as we are an apolitical institution that works with the government and parliament on many issues.
However, we are deeply concerned that this law will cause harm to many valuable foreign-financed projects, could weaken Georgia's chance of joining the EU and harms the investment environment. Therefore, we thought it was important to speak-out.
The full text of the letter is available in Georgian and English.
Best regards,
Irakli Baidashvili
President, the American Chamber of Commerce, Georgia
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Members Only Luncheon with USAID Georgia
Monday, February 27, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted Members' Only Luncheon with USAID Georgia Mission Director Mr. John Pennell who discussed USAIDs programs in Georgia, its plans and goals and USAIDs work to engage with the private sector. The presentation was followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at Moxy Hotel
Thursday, February 23, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception for AmCham members at the Moxy Hotel. AmCham President, Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and thanked Moxy hotel for hosting the reception. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed delicious food and drinks by Moxy.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Thursday, February 16, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted the panel discussion on the Middle Corridor with key players at The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi. It included:
- APM Terminals Poti - Iain Rawlinson, Chief Commercial Officer
- Georgian Railway - Irakli Titvinidze, CFO
- Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development - Rati Devadze, Deputy Head of Transport and Logistics Development Policy Department
- PACE Georgia - Irakli Kervalishvili, Managing Partner
- US Embassy - Michael Honigstein, Chief Political and Economic Officer.
The panel was moderated by AmCham Executive director, George Welton. Members had an opportunity of Q&A. It was the hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
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AmCham FMCG Committee meeting
Tuesday, February 07, 2023  AmCham held FMCG committee meeting to discuss the ongoing issues of concern as well as to set the agenda for 2023. The committee discussed various relevant regulations which are or will be affecting the FMCG industry. It was decided to follow through the agenda by setting a meeting with the National Food Agency of Georgia, in order to get an update as well as coordinate how to monitor the upcoming regulations that may be relevant for the industry. The committee also discussed the alternative routes of transportation of goods and ideas of how the middle corridor could be effectively enacted for them and businesses operating in their field.
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CLT Committee meeting
Monday, February 06, 2023  The AmCham CLT committee met to discuss the issues that come up in legal practice and represent obstacles for practitioners. Two directions- judiciary and public registrations- have been selected as the streams where certain issues come up currently. The committee also discussed the tax dispute resolution practice and possible ways of improving the system. The committee will organize a meeting with the Ministry of Finance in this regards and will continue working on the issues discussed at the meeting during the course of 2023.
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Construction and Real Estate Committee meeting
Friday, February 03, 2023  AmCham hosted Construction and Real Estate Committee meeting where the members discussed the ongoing changing situation within the real estate in terms of its increasing value on the market for the sale and rent. The committee also discussed the construction permits and the increasing demand for commercial areas in Tbilisi.
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Education and Training Committee Meeting
Thursday, February 02, 2023  AmCham Education and Training committee met to discuss the ongoing relevant issues which concern the industry, including the issue of internalization of education system in Georgia, obtaining visas for international students as well as online studies and their accreditation by the Georgian government. The committee will continue working on the issues discussed at the meeting during the course of 2023.
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BMG Interview with Irakli Baidashvili, President of AmCham Georgia
Sunday, January 29, 2023
BMG Interview with Irakli Baidashvili, President of AmCham Georgia (in English)
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Back to Business Cocktail Reception
Friday, January 27, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a Back to Business Cocktail Reception for AmCham members at Hotel River Side Tbilisi. AmCham President, Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and thanked Hotel River Side Tbilisi for hosting the reception. It was followed by a farewell reception for AmCham Partner and Friend, Mr. Mark McCord, Chief of Party of USAID Economic Security Program. The reception was attended by AmCham members and friends. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with each other after the long Holiday season.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Wednesday, January 25, 2023  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable meeting at Tbilisi Rooms Hotel with Colonel Joseph Bilbo, the US Defense Attache with the US-Embassy in Tbilisi who discussed US-Georgia security relations and the broader regional security context, particularly in the light of the war in Ukraine. The presentation was followed by a Q+A. It was the hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
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Album Members' Appreciation Holiday Reception 2022
Thursday, December 15, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members' Appreciation Holiday Reception and networking event at Tbilisi Marriott. It’s been a wonderful year for AmCham with more events and more initiatives. AmCham President, Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and briefly highlighted the achievements and challenges of the past year. Guests were welcome to enjoy Glint-wine and Georgian wine along with delicious holiday food and desserts. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues.
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Environmental Businesses Committee meeting
Friday, December 09, 2022  AmCham's environmental businesses committee held a meeting in consideration to a possible support of 'clean up Georgia', clearing trash and engaging on policy with the government on this issue. To that effect the not for profit organisation Sadagi who have been working in this area and presented presenting their vision to the committee. The members of the committee had an opportunity to discuss the possibilities of engaging in Sadagi's initiative and decided to continue the discussion around it in the next year.
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CLT Committee meeting
Thursday, December 08, 2022  AmCham's CLT committee met to discuss the ongoing legal and tax related matters practitioners come across on regular basis. The law on entrepreneurs as well as labor code provisions were named as most relevant and it was decided to follow-up on them in 2023. The tax dispute resolution cases were discussed and it was decided to revert to this topic in the upcoming year.
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General Assembly and Luncheon
Wednesday, December 07, 2022  The American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia held its annual General Assembly and Luncheon at the Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel. Irakli Baidashvili offered an overview of the work of the Chamber during the last year. AmCham Treasurer, Michael Cowgill presented a financial report of the 2021 year.
Elections were also held, during the following board members were re/elected:
- Irakli Baidashvili - President of American Chamber of Commerce
- R. Michael Cowgill - First Vice-president of American Chamber of Commerce
- George Tkhelidze - Vice-president and Treasurer
- Colin Donohue - Board of Directors (corporate A)
- Ayten Hajiyeva - Board of Directors (newly elected) (Corporate A)
- Otar Kipshidze - Board of Directors (corporate A)
- Craig Kramer - Board of Directors (newly elected) (Corporate A)
- Jordi Kuijt - Board of Directors (corporate A)
- Sandro Shelia - Board of Directors (corporate A)
- Ketti Kvartskhava - Board of Directors (Corporate B)
- George Svanadze - Board of Directors (newly elected) (Corporate B)
- Sarah Williamson was approved as President Emeritus and Honorary Board Member.
- Betsy Haskell was approved as ex-officio advisor to the Board.
The General Assembly was moderated by Michael Honigstein from the US Embassy.
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Georgia in the Turbulent World
Wednesday, November 30, 2022  AmCham Georgia together with TBC Capital hosted a meeting "Georgia in the Turbulent World" covering a major macroeconomic and sectoral topics that are relevant to the AmCham community. Presentation was followed by the panel discussion and networking lunch.
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AmCham 24th Anniversary Gala
Saturday, November 19, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a 24th year Anniversary Gala for up to 450 guests at Pullman Tbilisi Axis Towers. In addition to AmCham membership, guests included the Vice Prime Minister, Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia Levan Davitashvili, the Minister of Education Mikheil Chkhenkeli, the US Ambassador Kelly C. Degnan as well as a range of other senior business people, dignitaries and members of the diplomatic community.
The guests enjoyed a night of live music, reminiscences and reflections on the experiences of the last 24 years, and the great changes that have taken place in AmCham and in Georgia over that time. That night was completed with a charity raffle in aid of American Friends of Georgia and the McLain Association for Children (MAC), two charities that work with disadvantaged communities, particularly young people.
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Job Fair
Monday, November 14, 2022  A job fair was held at Raddison Blue Hotel as part of the Best Practices and International Standards to Hospitality Industry Initiative, giving participants the opportunity to meet representatives from various hotels in Georgia.
Project participants had a chance to interact with the potential employers, learn about available vacancies, as well as discuss employment opportunities.
The initiative was implemented in cooperation with the American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia and its member international brand hotels, aiming at supporting participants to learn the hospitality standards and be employed in this sector.
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Best Practices and International Standards to Hospitality Industry Initiative - Graduation of the First Cohort
Thursday, November 10, 2022  We celebrated the graduation of the first cohort of the Best Practices and International Standards to Hospitality Industry Initiative.
As part of the joint program of American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia and The USAID Economic Security Program implemented by Marriott Hotels, Silk Hospitality, Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace up to 50 participants were introduced to the international standards of Georgia’s hospitality industry to provide exceptional, world-class service for high-value tourists. Out of the first cohort graduates 12 have already been hired by the participant hotels and we are planning many activities to support their future development.
We will soon announce the call for the second cohort.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception
Thursday, November 03, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at the Hilton Garden Inn Tbilisi Chavchavadze. AmCham First Vice President Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and thanked Hilton Garden Inn for hosting the reception. Mr. Baidashvili informed guests about AmCham’s upcoming events and updates. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious food and desserts.
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Business Lunch at Vinotel Hotel
Thursday, October 27, 2022  Irakli Baidashvili, First Vice President of AmCham, hosted the Chief Development Officer of DFC (formerly OPIC) - Andy Herscowitz and members of the US Embassy team at Vinotel Hotel. Members of AmCham were given the opportunity to brief Mr. Herscowitz on the Georgian economy, to thank DFC for its support to date and highlight areas of upcoming opportunity in the country.
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Members Only Luncheon with Minister of Finance of Georgia
Wednesday, October 26, 2022  2022 AmCham First Vice President Irakli Baidashvili hosted Members’ Only Luncheon with Minister of Finance of Georgia, Mr. Lasha Khutsishvili who discussed the current activities and future plans of the ministry. The presentation was followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Thursday, October 13, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable at the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace with the US Ambassador to Georgia H.E. Kelly C. Degnan. The ambassador discussed US-Georgia relations as well as current issues in Georgia, the United States and the wider region. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A, which covered a wide range of issues. It was the hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
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Tbilisi Hills Golf & Residencies hosted AmCham Golf Day
Saturday, October 01, 2022  AmCham First Vice President Irakli Baidashvili and Golf director of Tbilisi Hills Paul Pohi greeted the guests and introduced the program. The day program included beginners' classes, kids' workshops and entertainment program, competition both for the beginners and the professional golfers followed by the prize giving ceremony. AmCham members with their families had a chance to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies whilst enjoying the activities, the fresh air and beautiful views on a city.
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NDI Presentation
Thursday, September 22, 2022  AmCham organized a presentation with National Democratic Institute, Country Director Alan Gillam and Senior Program Manager, Diana Chachua, presenting the results of their recent public opinion poll. The new poll focuses on European and Euro-Atlantic Integration, Russia, economy and other national issues. Survey results reflect data collected between July 14 - August 15, 2022, with a nationwide representative sample (excluding occupied territories). Members had an opportunity for Q&A. Presentation was followed by Back to Business cocktail reception.
The presentation is available in Georgian and English.
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AmCham Back to Business Cocktail Reception
Thursday, September 22, 2022  After NDI Presentation, AmCham Georgia hosted a Back to Business Cocktail Reception for AmCham members at the Funicular Restaurant. AmCham First Vice President, Mr. Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and announced updates and the upcoming events of AmCham. It was followed by a farewell reception for AmCham Tourism Committee Co-Chair Mr. Cameron McNeillie. AmCham First Vice President and AmCham Members expressed their gratitude to Mr. McNeillie for his contribution and support to AmCham. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed delicious food and drinks by Funicular Restaurant.
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Day Rafting tour
Saturday, August 13, 2022  AmCham Georgia organized a Day Rafting tour for member company representatives, their families and friends. There were around 80 attendees. After an invigorating and fun rafting trip on Aragvi river guests had an opportunity of networking and having fun outdoor and enjoyed lunch and hung-out at the Jomardi Adventure Camp facility by the river. The kids made use of the high-wire tree climbing!! A great time was had by all.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at the Vinotel Hotel
Wednesday, August 03, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at the Vinotel. AmCham First Vice President Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and announced updates and the upcoming events of AmCham. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed delicious Wine and food by Vinotel.
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AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception
Thursday, July 21, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception on 30th floor of The Biltmore Hotel. AmCham First Vice President Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and thanked The Biltmore Hotel for hosting the reception. Mr. Baidashvili informed guests about AmCham’s upcoming events. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious food and desserts.
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AmCham Members' Only Luncheon
Wednesday, July 13, 2022  AmCham First Vice President Irakli Baidashvili hosted Members' Only Luncheon with Kenneth Angell, the Managing Director of the Office of Development Credit at the US Development Finance Corporation (DFC). Mr. Angell is a long-time friend of Georgia and has developed projects for DFC/OPIC for many years. At the event he presented to the members on the profile of DFC and its future areas of interest. The presentation was followed by an opportunity for Q&A.
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Sponsors' Appreciation Cocktail Reception
Friday, July 08, 2022  
AmCham Georgia hosted a cocktail reception and networking event in appreciation of our generous sponsors for the 4th of July picnic! The event was held at the Barmaglot Bar Tbilisi. AmCham First Vice President Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and expressed our gratitude towards the sponsors and AmCham team for making such a wonderful event. Guests were welcome to enjoy cocktails, Chateau Mukhrani, Mosmieri and Vinotel wines along with a delicious buffet and opportunities to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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AmCham Roundtable
Tuesday, June 28, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable meeting at Tbilisi Marriott with the Chairman of the Board of the National Bank of Georgia Mr. Koba Gvenetadze who presented on Macroeconomic Outlook and Reforms in Financial Sector. The presentation was followed by a Q+A, which covered a wide range of issues. It was the hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
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Lunch with Scott Nathan at Funicular
Wednesday, June 22, 2022  Irakli Baidashvili, First Vice President of AmCham hosted Scott Nathan, the CEO of the American Development Finance Corporation (DFC - formerly OPIC) and members of the US Embassy team at Mtatsminda Funicular restaurant. DFC loan recipients were able to discuss the organization's incredible success in Georgia, which is represented in over 60 projects and over $800 million of financing. They also discussed opportunities for the on-going partnership.
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AmCham Georgia Cocktail Reception
Tuesday, June 21, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a cocktail reception at the beautiful outdoor space of Stamba Hotel. AmCham President, Ms. Sarah Williamson greeted the guests and announced updates and the upcoming events of AmCham. The reception was attended by AmCham members and friends.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at Iveria Cafe
Friday, June 03, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at the beautiful outdoor space of Iveria Cafe. AmCham President, Ms. Sarah Williamson greeted the guests and announced updates and the upcoming events of AmCham. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious food and desserts.
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AmCham Members Only Luncheon
Wednesday, May 25, 2022  AmCham Georgia organized a first Members' Only Luncheon since the pandemic with the World Bank Regional Director for the South Caucasus Mr. Sebastian Molineus at Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace. Mr. Molineus was joined with Mr. Ahmet Levent Yener, Program Leader and Ms. Nino Kutateladze Sr. Education Specialist. Speakers presented the details of the World Bank's $400 million 'Human Capital' project. The presentation was followed by a Q+A.
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AmCham FMCG Committee meeting
Thursday, May 19, 2022  AmCham Georgia held the first meeting of the newly launched FMCG Committee. Members had the opportunity to join and discuss on going issues. As a result of the interesting discussions the committee members formulated future activities.
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Program by AmCham Georgia & The USAID Economic Security Program to Strengthen Tourism and Hospitality
Friday, May 13, 2022  AmCham Georgia in partnership with The USAID Economic Security Program with three Leading Hotels started a program to Strengthen Tourism and Hospitality.
The new program "Best Practices and International Standards to Hospitality Industry Initiative" strengthens standards for the hospitality and tourism sectors by establishing internationally certified training courses and paid internships for up to 100 participants. The initiative is implemented by AmCham in partnership with GMT Group (Marriott Hotels) Tbilisi Marriott Hotel, Silk Hospitality (Radisson Hotels), and Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace.
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Album AmCham Cocktail Reception at Mercure Hotel
Friday, May 06, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at Mercure Hotel Tbilisi. AmCham First Vice-President, Mr. Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and announced updates and the upcoming events of AmCham. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious food.
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Hotels 5 month paid training program announced
Tuesday, May 03, 2022
The USAID Economic Security Program together with American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia and its member international brand hotels is launching a new imitative aiming at introducing the best practices and international standards in the hospitality industry.
This is an unique opportunity for 90 participants to grow and succeed by gaining fundamental knowledge of hotel operations. They will receive 800 hours of on-the-job instruction from internationally certified trainers from the partner hotel groups, utilizing curriculum that heretofore was only available for the training of their personnel. [See video in Georgian]
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Meeting with Mr. Levan Davitashvili, the Minister of Economy
Thursday, April 28, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable meeting at the Courtyard by Marriott Tbilisi with the Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, Mr. Levan Davitashvili and Deputy Ministers Mr. Genadi Arveladze and Mr. Irakli Nadareishvili who discussed the current activities and future plans of the ministry. The presentation was followed by a Q+A, which covered a wide range of issues. It was the hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
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AmCham Fundraising Event for Ukraine
Friday, April 15, 2022  AmCham Georgia organized a fundraising social event for Ukraine at Rooms Hotel Tbilisi. Irakli Baidashvili, AmCham First Vice President, Andrii Kasianov, the Charge d'Affaires of the Ukrainian Embassy and Kelly Degnan, US Ambassador, all spoke to the membership about the importance of the current conflict and the continuing support of Georgia and America for Ukraine. The event also sold Ukrainian-flag themed items and photographs by Ukrainian photographers.
Over 120 AmCham members attended and we raised over 130, 000 GEL.
AmCham Georgia stands with Ukraine!
Slava Ukraini!
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Tourism Committee meeting
Thursday, April 14, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted the Tourism Committee meeting. The members of the committee had the opportunity to catch up and most importantly hear information about the upcoming Hospitality project. AmCham, the Marriott, the Radisson and the Sheraton have just started a USAID project to support the training of staff in the tourism sector. This includes the three hotels training staff in-house and AmCham supporting policy reform in the area. The short presentation by the committee chair and the General Manager of Marriott Hotels Cameron McNeillie was followed by Q&A. This was a closed presentation about the project for only committee members before the official Launch of the program.
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AmCham Business Roundtable with Mr. Selim Cakir
Tuesday, March 29, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable at the Holiday Inn Tbilisi with Mr. Selim Cakir, Georgia Resident Representative of the IMF who discussed the economic impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on Georgia. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A, which covered a wide range of issues. It was the hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
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Construction and Real Estate Committee virtual meeting
Thursday, March 24, 2022  AmCham hosted a virtual Construction and Real Estate Committee initiated by the Co-Chair of the committee Mr. Zurab Eristavi. Members of the committee discussed the impact of the Ukraine war on the sector.
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AmCham Zoom call with US Ambassador
Monday, March 21, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted US Ambassador to Georgia H.E. Kelly C. Degnan at an online meeting with members. The Ambassador presented to AmCham members on the Russian war with Ukraine and its implications for the region and the world.
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AmCham meeting with EBRD, World Bank, ADB and EIB
Thursday, February 10, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a Zoom meeting with International Financial Institutions in Georgia represented by Ms. Catarina Bjorlin-Hansen, EBRD Regional Director for the Caucasus, Mr. Shane Rosenthal, Asian Development Bank Country Director for Georgia, Mr. Maciej Czura, European Investment Bank Head of Regional Representation for the South Caucasus and Mr. Sebastian Molinueus, World Bank Regional Director for the South Caucasus.
All of the presenters discussed their organizations' summary of their 2021 activities and their plans for the coming year. Attendees had an opportunity for Q&A.
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AmCham Meeting with Mr. David Kramer
Friday, January 28, 2022  AmCham Georgia hosted a former Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy Human Rights and Labor and former President of Freedom House Mr. David Kramer at an online meeting with members. Mr. Kramer presented about the Ukraine/Russia crisis and his views on how the international community would and should respond. The presentation was followed by a dynamic Q+A.
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Agribusiness Committee meeting
Tuesday, November 30, 2021  AmCham hosted a virtual Agribusiness Committee meeting to discuss the current situation in the sector. In particular the Committee discussed: agricultural land investment plan procedure, update on Brown Marmorated Stinkbug (BMSB) / parosana and overview on the new Georgian Nursery Association (GEOSSA).
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Monday, November 29, 2021  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable at the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace with the US Ambassador to Georgia H.E. Kelly C. Degnan. The ambassador discussed US-Georgia relations as well as current issues in Georgia, the United States and the wider region. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A, which covered a wide range of issues. It was the first AmCham hybrid event, participants had a chance to attend the meeting either in person or online.
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AmCham General Assembly 2021
Wednesday, November 17, 2021  The American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia held its annual General Assembly on the 17th November. AmCham President Sarah Williamson gave a review of the Chamber during the last year. AmCham Treasurer, Michael Cowgill presented a summary of the AmCham financials, and the 2020 audit was approved by members. Grant Thornton Georgia was also approved as auditors for AmCham for 2021-2023.
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Private reception
Tuesday, November 16, 2021  AmCham Officers and members, attend a private reception on Tuesday November 16th in Tbilisi, announcing plans for Catapult Georgia I, the first Silicon Valley venture fund in Georgia.
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AmCham Meeting with UK Ambassador to Georgia
Friday, November 05, 2021  AmCham Georgia hosted the UK Ambassador to Georgia at an online meeting with members. Ambassador Mark Clayton presented about the COP26 Conference, international responses to climate change and their impact on Georgia. The presentation was followed by a dynamic Q+A.
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Meeting with the Speaker of the Parliament of Georgia
Wednesday, July 07, 2021  AmCham Georgia hosted the Speaker of the Parliament of Georgia Mr. Kakha Kuchava at an online meeting with members. Mr. Kuchava discussed the new parliament and how to improve engagement between parliament and business. The presentation was followed by a dynamic Q+A.
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AmCham members meet Georgian Information Integrity Program team
Thursday, July 01, 2021  AmCham Georgia hosted The USAID-funded Georgian Information Integrity Program team represented by Chief of Party Mikheil Benidze, Deputy Chief of Party William Dunbar and Research Manager Nina Khatisashvili. The speakers presented the results of their first wave of nationwide public opinion polling, regarding the impact of Russian and Georgian disinformation on the Georgian population.
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Lunch with Acting Assistant Secretary Philip Reeker
Friday, June 11, 2021  AmCham hosted a lunch with Acting Assistant Secretary Philip Reeker, at the end of his week-long Caucasus tour. The meeting included Ambassador Reeker and US-Ambassador Kelly Degnan as well as Irakli Baidashvili, First Vice President of AmCham and high-level business guests.
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Meeting with Mr. Kakhaber Kutchava
Tuesday, June 08, 2021  Speaker of Parliament of Georgia Mr. Kakhaber Kutchava held a meeting with the AmCham First Vice President Mr. Irakli Baidashvili, Vice President Mr. Michael Cowgill, Executive Director Mr. George Welton and Legal and Public Policy Director Ms. Lina Jikia. The parties discussed how to improve cooperation between the Parliament and the business.
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AmCham Georgia hosted the UK Ambassador to Georgia
Thursday, May 27, 2021  AmCham Georgia hosted the UK Ambassador to Georgia. Ambassador Mark Clayton presented about UK-Georgia relations, Global Britain and what it means for the rest of the world. The presentation was followed by a dynamic Q+A.
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Online meeting with Her Excellency, Kelly C. Degnan, US Ambassador to Georgia
Tuesday, May 04, 2021  AmCham Georgia hosted Her Excellency, Kelly C. Degnan, US Ambassador to Georgia, at an online meeting with members. The ambassador discussed the current situation in Georgia, the United States and the region and US-Georgia relations. The presentation was followed by a dynamic Q+A.
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Tourism Committee meeting
Tuesday, April 27, 2021  AmCham Georgia organized a virtual meeting of the Tourism Committee with USAID Economic Security project team who presented their tourism support programs. The presentation was followed by a Q&A.
In addition, AmCham Executive Director Mr. George Welton reported on the meeting he recently had with the Deputy Minister of Economy and the head of GNTA. Members had an opportunity to update each other with the current challenges.
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AmCham Meeting with Ambassador John F. Tefft
Wednesday, April 21, 2021  AmCham Georgia organized a virtual meeting with Ambassador John F. Tefft, former Ambassador to Georgia, Ukraine and Russia on Biden's policy towards the region. The meeting involved a lively Q+A.
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CLT Committee meeting
Monday, April 12, 2021  AmCham hosted a virtual CLT Committee meeting to discuss employment dispute practice in Georgian courts.
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CLT Committee meeting
Thursday, March 18, 2021  AmCham CLT Committee met on 18 March. The Committee discussed ongoing current legal issues and AmCham’s involvement. In particular the Committee discussed tax issues, new provisions as to VAT taxation, labour code amendments and their practical implementation and draft regulation on foreign ownership of agricultural land via investment plan route.
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Meeting with AmCham Executive Director Mr. George Welton
Wednesday, March 17, 2021  AmCham Georgia organized a virtual meeting with AmCham Executive Director Mr. George Welton on his research on the challenges of Georgia-EU trade which he conducted for EBRD. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A.
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Tourism Committee meeting
Thursday, March 11, 2021  AmCham Georgia organized a virtual meeting of the Tourism Committee hosting hospitality data company STR with the invited guests Ms. Sophie Hanlon, the Senior Business Development Manager and Mr. Jakub Klimczak, Regional Manager of Central Europe. The speakers presented about the last year impact and shared their views on future. The presentation was followed by a Q&A. Members also had an opportunity to share updates about the current challenges of the sector.
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Tourism Committee meeting with invited guests
Thursday, February 25, 2021  AmCham Georgia organized a virtual meeting of the Tourism Committee with invited guests Mr. Borivoj (Borik) Vokrinek and Ms. Tekla Iashagashvili from Cushman & Wakefield who presented about the "Outlook of Hospitality Market". The presentation was followed by a Q&A.
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Meeting with International Financial Institutions in Georgia
Monday, February 22, 2021  On February 22 AmCham Georgia hosted a Zoom meeting with International Financial Institutions in Georgia represented by Catarina Bjorlin-Hansen, EBRD Regional Director for the Caucasus, Maciej Czura, European Investment Bank Head of Regional Representation for the South Caucasus, Sebastian Molinueus, World Bank Regional Director for the South Caucasus and Shane Rosenthal, Asian Development Bank Country Director for Georgia.
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AmCham Meeting with the Ambassador of Georgia to the United States David Bakradze and the Deputy Chief of Mission Giorgi Tsikolia
Tuesday, February 16, 2021  AmCham Georgia organized a virtual meeting with the Ambassador of Georgia to the United States David Bakradze, the Deputy Chief of Mission Giorgi Tsikolia and the General Consul in San Francisco Levan Beridze. They gave their take on current US politics, the prospects for US-Georgia relations and planned activities to promote Georgia commercially in the US. The meeting involved a lively Q+A.
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Environmental Businesses Committee meeting
Tuesday, February 09, 2021  AmCham hosted a virtual meeting of the Environmental Committee with the invited guest Ms. Nana Takvarelia from CENN who presented on their new project Sustainable Food Systems for Climate Resilience, which aims to reduce food waste in the country by facilitating a dialogue between the private, civil, and government sectors and raising awareness. Members had an opportunity to update each other with the current environmental issues.
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Construction and Real Estate Committee Meeting
Thursday, February 04, 2021  AmCham hosted a virtual Construction and Real Estate Committee Meeting with the invited guest Ms. Mariam Demuria, the President of Georgian National Association of Real Estate who briefly presented about the association and shared her insights. Also members updated each other with the current challenges of the sector.
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AmCham President, Sarah Williamson TV Interview on US-Georgia relations
Sunday, January 31, 2021  For the broader picture of US-Georgia relations, though, in terms of the new Administration and President Joe Biden The Checkpoints approached Amcham's - American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia’s President Sarah Williamson.
See video on bm.ge
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Investors Council meeting
Friday, January 29, 2021 AmCham President Sarah Willliamson and Executive Director George Welton attended an Investors Council meeting on the 29th January. The meeting was Chaired by Prime Minister, Giorgi Gakharia and included the Ministers of Finance, Regional Development and Infrastructure, Economy and Sustainable Development, Justice, Agriculture.
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AmCham Meeting with USAID Georgia
Thursday, January 28, 2021  AmCham Georgia hosted a Zoom Meeting with USAID/Georgia Mission Director Mr. Peter Wiebler and USAID/Georgia Private Sector Engagement Coordinator Ms. Beverly Hoover who discussed recently-published its Country Development Cooperation Strategy for 2020-2025. The meeting involved a Q+A.
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AmCham Zoom meeting with Dr. Tamar Gabunia and Ms. Irma Khonelidze
Wednesday, December 23, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a Zoom Meeting with Dr. Tamar Gabunia, First Deputy Minister of Internally Displaced Persons from the Occupied Territories, Labour, Health and Social Affairs of Georgia and Ms. Irma Khonelidze, Deputy Director General of National Center For Disease Control And Public Health. They talked about Georgia's virus response and the possible timeline for vaccinations, followed by Q+A.
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Meeting with Mr. Mikheil Khidureli
Tuesday, December 01, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a Zoom Meeting with Mr. Mikheil Khidureli, Head of Enterprise Georgia who discussed an FDI Support Mechanism recently announced by the Georgian Government. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A.
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Online meeting with HE Kelly C Degnan
Tuesday, November 24, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted Her Excellency, Kelly C Degnan, US Ambassador to Georgia, at an online meeting with members. The ambassador discussed the current situation in Georgia, the United States and the region with AmCham members and partners. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A.
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American Chamber of Commerce Elects New President, Officers and Board
Friday, November 20, 2020 The American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia is pleased to announce the election of a new Board of Directors, including Sarah Williamson, Senior Vice President & co-owner, UGT Group, as the new President.
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Annual General Assembly
Thursday, November 19, 2020  American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia held its annual General Assembly on the 19th November. The entire board of directors was elected.
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Education and Training Committee Meeting
Thursday, October 29, 2020  AmcCham hosted a virtual Education and Training committee meeting with Mr. Nikoloz Chachkhiani from RTI International, who has recently joined AmCham. Mr. Nikoloz presented the USAID Basic Education Program, which is a four-year Program funded by USAID and implemented by RTI International in partnership with eight Georgian universities and seeks to implement sustainable student-centered reform in primary grades. The presentation was followed by a Q&A.
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Virtual meeting with the political party Girchi
Tuesday, October 27, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a virtual meeting with Mr. Zurab Japaridze from the political party Girchi. Mr. Japaridze presented about his party’s Political and Economic plans and programs for the 2020 Georgian parliamentary election, followed by a lively Q+A.
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Virtual meeting with the political party Strategy Aghmashenebeli
Thursday, October 22, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a virtual meeting with Mr. Giorgi Vashadze from the political party Strategy Aghmashenebeli. Mr. Vashadze presented about his party’s Political and Economic plans and programs for the 2020 Georgian parliamentary election, followed by a lively Q+A.
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Virtual meeting with the political party United National Movement
Tuesday, October 20, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a virtual meeting with the political party United National Movement represented by Ms. Nona Mamulashvili and Mr. Irakli Kipiani Speakers presented about their party’s Political and Economic plans and programs for the 2020 Georgian parliamentary election, followed by a lively Q+A.
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Virtual meeting with the political party Georgian Dream
Friday, October 16, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a virtual meeting with the political party Georgian Dream represented by Mr. Irakli Kobakhidze, Ms. Natia Turnava, Mr. Nikoloz Gagua, Mr. Kakha Kutchava and Ms. Mariam Kvrivishvili. Speakers presented about their party’s Political and Economic plans and programs for the 2020 Georgian parliamentary election, followed by a lively Q+A.
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Virtual meeting with Mr. Thomas De Waal
Tuesday, October 13, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a virtual meeting with Mr. Thomas De Waal who presented a short summary of his sense of the current conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh. Tom is a Senior Associatie with the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and is one of the leading international experts on the so called 'frozen conflict' in Nagorno Karabakh. He wrote a book, Black Garden: Armenian and Azerbaijan through Peace and War in 2003. The meeting involved a lively Q+A.
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Virtual meeting with the political party European Georgia
Monday, October 05, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a virtual meeting with Mr. Zurab Tchiaberashvili from the political party European Georgia. Mr. Tchiaberashvili presented about his party’s Political and Economic plans and programs for the 2020 Georgian parliamentary election, followed by a lively Q+A.
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Virtual meeting with the newly established political party Lelo
Friday, October 02, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a virtual meeting with Mr. Mamuka Khazaradze and Mr. Bardi Japaridze from the newly established political party Lelo. Speakers presented about their party’s Political and Economic plans and programs for the 2020 Georgian parliamentary election, followed by a lively Q+A.
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Tourism committee meeting
Wednesday, September 23, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a virtual Tourism committee meeting with Mr. Irakli Nadareishvili, Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia and Ms. Medea Janiashvili, Deputy Head of Georgian National Tourism Administration. Committee members had a chance to discuss current situation in the Country and receive answers to the various questions.
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AmCham Rafting Tour
Saturday, August 15, 2020  AmCham Georgia organized a day rafting tour for member company representatives, their families and friends. There were around 60 attendees. After rafting on Aragvi river, guests had lunch and hung-out at the Jomardi Adventure Camp facility by the river. The kids made use of the high-wire tree climbing!! AmCham members were joined by the US Ambassador Kelly Degnan and a number of other members of the Embassy team. A great time was had by all.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Friday, July 24, 2020  AmCham organized another CLT committee meeting to discuss a draft law on entrepreneurs with the involvement of co-drafters of the law - Giorgi Jugeli of the Investors Council and Shalva Papuashvili of GIZ.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception
Friday, July 17, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a cocktail reception at the beautiful outdoor space of Stamba Hotel. AmCham President Mr. Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and expressed our happiness at being able to safely meet again in person, after these difficult times.
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Meeting with UK Ambassador - Justin McKenzie Smith
Wednesday, July 08, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted UK Ambassador to Georgia at an online meeting with members. The ambassador, who will soon be departing after 4 years, talked to AmCham members and partners about his interesting experience in Georgia and shared his views on various issues on UK-Georgia relations. The meeting involved a lively Q+A.
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AmCham members meet Mr. Mikheil Khidureli
Wednesday, June 24, 2020  AmCham Georgia organized a meeting with the Head of Enterprise Georgia, Mr. Mikheil Khidureli who presented on the new programs that Enterprise Georgia have developed in response to Covid 19, to support businesses, and which represent a dramatic expansion on Enterprise Georgia activities, as well as on their efforts to attract investments, followed by Q+A.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Thursday, June 18, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a virtual CLT committee meeting to discuss new draft law on entrepreneurship. In order to have a more productive discussion co-drafters of this law Mr. Giorgi Jugeli, Legal Expert at the Investors Council and Deputy Head of Legal Programme at GIZ, Mr. Shalva Papuashvili were also invited, who kindly participated in the discussion and answered members' questions.
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Tourism Committee meeting
Thursday, June 18, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a virtual Tourism committee meeting with Ms. Rusudan Mamatsashvili First Deputy Head of Georgian National Tourism Administration. Committee members had a chance to discuss current issues, future plans of Tourism Administration and ways in which AmCham can support the tourism sector's recoveries.
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Meeting with Ms. Natia Turnava and Mr. Levan Davitashvili
Wednesday, June 17, 2020  AmCham Georgia organized a meeting with the Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, Ms. Natia Turnava and with the Minister of Environment Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, Mr. Levan Davitashvili. They were joined with Deputy Minister, Mr. Irakli Nadareishvili , Head of National Tourism Administration, Ms. Mariam Kvrivishvili and Mr. Mikheil Khidureli , Head of Enterprise Georgia. Speakers presented the current activities and future plans of their respective ministries followed by a lively Q&A session which covered a wide range of issues. The meeting was attended by around 100 representatives of member companies.
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AmCham Georgia hosted EU Ambassador to Georgia, Carl Hartzell
Thursday, May 28, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted EU Ambassador to Georgia, Carl Hartzell, at an online meeting with members. The ambassador presented to AmCham members and partners the short presentation of the work of the EU in Georgia. Members had an opportunity to discuss the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on foreign businesses in Georgia, followed by Q+A.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Friday, May 22, 2020  CLT committee had an online meeting to discuss labor code changes as well as draft law on labor inspectorate. Members expressed their views regarding the proposed changes and came up with a common position in relation to it. The committee also discussed proposed tax code changes in relation to exemptions.
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AmCham Georgia hosted U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Elizabeth Rood
Thursday, May 21, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Elizabeth Rood. Elizabeth has been a huge supporter of AmCham and an active member of the AmCham board.
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Meeting with Mr. Mikheil Daushvili, the Business Ombudsman and Mr. Beka Peradze, the head of Labour Inspectorate
Friday, May 08, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted Mr. Mikheil Daushvili, the Business Ombudsman of Georgia and Mr. Beka Peradze, the head of Labour Inspectorate. They made a short introduction about the regulations that will govern the safe return to work, particularly the activities of the labor inspectorate. This was followed by a lively Q&A session. The meeting was attended by around 100 representatives of member companies.
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Construction and Real Estate Committee meeting
Friday, May 08, 2020  AmCham organized its Construction Committee via Zoom to check-in after the 1st week of reopening construction projects. Participants shared the information about their current projects, related issues and challenges they are facing in the process of post Covid 19 crisis.
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H.E. Kelly C Degnan meets AmCham members online
Wednesday, April 29, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted Her Excellency, Kelly C Degnan, US Ambassador to Georgia, at an online meeting with members. The ambassador presented to AmCham members and partners about the US response to the COVID19 crisis, including support of the healthcare sector, social support and technical assistance. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A, which covered a wide range of issues. The meeting was attended by 120 representatives of AmCham member companies.
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Meeting with IFIs in Georgia
Wednesday, April 15, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a Zoom meeting with IFIs in Georgia represented by Catarina Bjorlin-Hansen, EBRD Regional Director for the Caucasus, Sebastian Molinueus, World Bank Regional Director for the South Caucasus, Shane Rosenthal, Asian Development Bank Country Director for Georgia and Jan Van Bilsen from IFC.
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Education and Training committee meeting
Friday, April 10, 2020  Amcham hosted a virtual Education and Training committee meeting with Lasha Margishvili, the Head of the Higher Education Quality Assurance Dept of the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement (EQE) at the MinEd.
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Georgia Red Cross Presentation
Tuesday, April 07, 2020 AmCham Georgia organized a Zoom conference meeting for AmCham members hosting the Georgia Red Cross and Tbilisi City Hall represented by Mr. Ilia Eloshvili, the Deputy Mayor of Tbilisi. Ms. Natia Loladze, President of the Georgia Red Cross Society and the Governing Board member of the International Federation of Red Cross Red Crescent Societies and Ms. Olga Dzhumaeva, Head of Country Cluster for South Caucasus of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies presented on behalf of the International Federation regarding the emergency response to COVID-19 in the region and worldwide. Mr. Ilia Eloshvili, Deputy Mayor of Tbilisi presented about the joint response of the Georgia Red Cross Society and Tbilisi City Hall on emerging needs in Tbilisi city. Members had an opportunity for Q&A.
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AmCham Online Happy Hour
Friday, April 03, 2020  AmCham hosted an online Happy Hour - where member had the chance to catch-up on everything that is going on, and share their experiences.
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CLT Committee, Tourism Committee, Construction and Real Estate Committee meetings
Friday, April 03, 2020  The Commercial Law and Tax Committee, the Tourism Committee and the Construction and Real Estate Committee all had meetings today. Each meeting discussed the new situation - including issues about government coordination and the allowance of exceptions, how businesses will be able to get back to work and how AmCham can help with private sector/government coordination. All three committees will be meeting regularly in the next few weeks to carry-on coordinating our responses.
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Agribusiness Committee meeting
Thursday, April 02, 2020 The Agribusiness committee met to discuss the current situation in Georgia and how it is affecting food production. The group discussed their current circumstances and the challenges of finding and managing workers, difficulties with input supply and how the government is responding to the situation in the short and long-term. The committee agreed to meet again in two weeks.
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Education and Training Committee Meeting
Friday, March 27, 2020  AmCham Education and Training Committee met to discuss the current situation in the sector. The group started by discussing the way in which they are transitioning to online teaching, and the challenges that is creating. They also discussed how the current situation is changing the sector as a whole and the opportunities that this might create for the future. The committee will meet again in a few weeks to have a more detailed discussion with the government about policy in this area going forward.
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Tourism Committee meeting
Wednesday, March 25, 2020  AmCham Georgia held the first online meeting of the Tourism Committee. Member companies discussed the current challenges of hospitality sector during Covid19 crisis. Issues included operations and occupancy, staff salaries, government programs and financial restructuring opportunities, hotels support in providing venues as quarantine zones.
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AmCham/GWMA Waste Expo 2020
Thursday, February 27, 2020  AmCham Georgia in cooperation with the Georgian Waste Management Association (GWMA) in the scope of USAID / CENN Waste Management Program held the Waste Expo 2020.
The exhibition, which featured 14 waste recycling and collection companies in Georgia was opened by AmCham President Mr. Michael Cowgill. Welcoming speeches were made by Solomon Pavliashvili, Deputy Minister of Environment Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, Nana Janashia, Executive Director of CENN, and Giorgi Guliashvili, President of the Waste Management Association. The event was moderated by George Walton, Executive Director of the American Chamber of Commerce.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Tuesday, February 04, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a Business Roundtable at the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace with the new Business Ombudsman of Georgia Mr. Mikheil Daushvili. He presented about the current challenges of private sector and introduces future plans and views of his office. The presentation was followed by dynamic Q&A between AmCham members and the guest.
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Environmental Businesses Committee meeting
Wednesday, January 29, 2020  Georgia with participation of Georgian Waste Management Association (GWMA) and in the scope of USAID WMTR II Program (@WMTRProgram), organized a meeting of the Environment committee which was hosted by the ProCredit Bank Georgia.
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Back to Business Cocktail Reception
Friday, January 17, 2020  AmCham Georgia hosted a Back to Business Cocktail Reception for AmCham members at Tiffany Bar & Terrace. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and thanked Tiffany Bar & Terrace for hosting the reception. Mr. Cowgill informed guests about AmCham’s upcoming events. The reception was attended by AmCham members, friends and head of foreign diplomatic representations. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with each other after long Holiday season.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Friday, January 10, 2020  AmCham Georgia organized a Business Roundtable with General Wesley Clark - former NATO Supreme Allied Commander of Europe, Commander of Operation Allied Force in the Kosovo War and regular commentator and an expert on geopolitics and security matters. General Clark was presenting about the Geopolitics, US politics and the state of the world today. Members had an opportunity of Q&A.
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Members' Appreciation Holiday Reception
Friday, December 13, 2019  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ Appreciation Holiday Reception and networking event at Tbilisi Marriott. It’s been a wonderful year for AmCham with more events and more initiatives. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and briefly highlighted the achievements and challenges of the past year. Guests were welcome to enjoy Glint-wine, cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious holiday food and desserts. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues.
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Construction and Real Estate Committee meeting
Friday, December 13, 2019  AmCham Georgia held the very first meeting of the newly launched Construction and Real Estate Committee. Due to high interest the meeting was attended by up to 40 representatives from member companies. Committee members expressed issues of concern and identified core topics for future discussions. The Committee also decided to create sub-committees to work on issues related to skilled labour capacity building, assurance of quality of construction and its materials, health and safety and delays with permit obtaining etc.
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Agribusiness Committee meeting
Friday, December 13, 2019  Agribusiness Committee met to listen to a presentation of Mr. Ilia Kunchulia from the Georgian Farmer's Association. Mr. Kunchulia presented GeoGAP, an initiative to improve the quality of Georgian agricultural products, broadly following the format of one of the world's leading food certification systems, the so-called Global GAP. GeoGAP has been supported by USAID's ZRDA activity, implemented by Chemonics, one of AmCham's long-time members.
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Education and Training Committee Meeting
Thursday, December 12, 2019  AmCham Georgia held Education Committee meeting at AmCham office. Georgian Technical University (GTU) introduced to the attendees its new vocational training project. San Diego State University introduced their future plans and additional projects for the next year. Committee members agreed on topics to discuss at the next meeting which will be held in early 2020.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Wednesday, December 04, 2019  AmCham Georgia organized a Business Roundtable at Radisson Blu Iveria. Dr. Alexander Lehmann, Banking and Financial Sector Expert of German Economic Team Georgia presented the The "Financial Market Monitor" and Mr. Davit Utiashvili, Head of Financial Stability Department of National Bank of Georgia presented the Financial Stability Report. The presentations were followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the guests.
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AmCham Business Roundtable on the Georgian Film Industry and Film in Georgia
Friday, November 29, 2019  AmCham organized a Business Roundtable on the Georgian Film Industry and Film in Georgia, past, present and future.
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Cocktail Reception at The Roof
Friday, November 15, 2019  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at The Roof. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and announced updates and the upcoming events of AmCham. Members used an opportunity to connect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed cocktails, wine along with delicious food and desserts.
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General Assembly and Luncheon at the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace
Tuesday, November 12, 2019  The American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia held its annual General Assembly and Luncheon at the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill offered an overview of the work of the Chamber during the last year. AmCham Vice President and Treasurer, Irakli Baidashvili presented the 2018 accounts, which had been audited by Nexia. This was approved by members.
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Agribusiness committee meeting
Tuesday, November 12, 2019  AmCham Georgia has launched Agribusiness Committee and organized the first meeting at Sheraton Hotel. All members were given an opportunity to present themselves and briefly state how they are currently involved in the agricultural issues, main challenges and what they expect of the committee work.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Friday, November 08, 2019  Extra-ordinary CLT committee was held to discuss issues around the recent amendments to the Tax Code of Georgia and the Administrative Procedural Code of Georgia according to which the Revenue Services have apparently been pursuing a number of taxpayers in respect of the issue of “Alter Ego”. The Committee discussed recent cases which were affected by the changes to the law and expressed their views regarding possible ways of resolving the situation.
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Environmental Businesses Committee
Wednesday, November 06, 2019  AmCham Georgia held the first meeting of the newly launched Environmental Businesses Committee. The Committee has been created as a result of the partnership with the USAID/CENN WMTR II program.
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Cocktail Reception at Best Western Tbilisi City Center
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Members' Only Luncheon with the new EBRD Regional Director for the Caucasus Ms. Catarina Bjorlin Hansen
Wednesday, October 09, 2019  AmCham organized a Members' Only Luncheon with the new EBRD Regional Director for the Caucasus Ms. Catarina Bjorlin Hansen. She Presentedon the current EBRD activities and projects in Georgia.Members had an opportunity for Q&A.
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Education Committee Meeting
Tuesday, October 08, 2019  AmCham Education and Training Committee met to discuss general matters around education and set certain plans for the next year. It was decided to set up a program, which will involve companies in providing tailored assistance and expertise to students seeking to specialize in various industries.
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NDI Presentation and Cocktail
Thursday, September 26, 2019  AmCHam organized a presentation with the National Democratic Institute, Georgia Country Director, Laura Thornton presenting the results of their recent public opinion poll to AmCham members. The new poll looks at the issues related to economy, healthcare, women's political participation, foreign policy, current events and party support. Survey results reflect data collected between 13-29 July, 2019, with a nationwide representative sample (excluding occupied territories). Members had an opportunity of Q&A. Presentation was followed by a cocktail reception.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Tuesday, September 24, 2019  AmCham Georgia organized a Business Roundtable with the US Chargé D’Affaires Elizabeth Rood who discussed US-Georgia relations as well as current issues in Georgia, the United States and the wider region and OPIC Managing Director, Kenneth Angell presenting/discussing the transition from OPIC to DFC (Development Finance Corporation) and the new financing and investment opportunities that this will create. Members had an opportunity of Q&A.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Thursday, September 19, 2019AmCham CLT Committee and other interested members held an extra ordinary meeting to discuss the draft changes to labour code. Members also considered the recommendations AmCham shall suggest to the parliament of Georgia.
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Business Cocktail Reception for AmCham members at Moxy Hotel
Friday, September 13, 2019  AmCham Georgia hosted a Back to Business Cocktail Reception for AmCham members at the Moxy Hotel followed by a farewell reception for Ms. Molly Corso. She has been working as a Chief Editor for Investor.ge during 13 years. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and thanked Moxy hotel for hosting the reception. AmCham President and other Board members expressed their gratitude to Ms. Molly Corso for her contribution and support to AmCham and introduced the new editor Mr. Ari Neumann. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed delicious food and drinks by Moxy.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Wednesday, September 11, 2019  AmCham's working group under the CLT committee led by KPMG's managing partner, Kakha Rukhadze, held a meeting to consider and discuss draft changes to VAT payments. The working group agreed to formulate a common position encompassing members' questions and concerns around the draft changes to be provided to the Ministry of Finance for consideration.
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Michael Cowgill has been nominated to Chair the Supervisory Board of the Anaklia Development Consortium
Wednesday, September 04, 2019The American Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate Michael Cowgill on being nominated to Chair the Supervisory Board of the Anaklia Development Consortium.
Mr Cowgill is taking on this role as a private citizen, and while Anakilia is a member of AmCham, AmCham is not formally affilitated with the project.
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BBQ for Amcham Members and Family
Saturday, August 24, 2019  George Welton, Executive Director of AmCham Georgia hosted a BBQ for Amcham Members and family. Members used this opportunity to spend time with their family and colleagues, enjoyed delicious barbecue, a live band, bouncy castle and entertainment for the children.
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Day Rafting Tour
Sunday, August 11, 2019  AmCham organized a day rafting tour for member company representatives and their families. After an existing rafting on Aragvi river guests had an opportunity of networking and having fun outdoor and enjoyed BBQ and drinks in a company of friends and families.
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In Memoriam - Our Dear Friend & Colleague - Roy Southworth
Monday, July 29, 2019
Van Roy Southworth
June 10, 1949 - July 23, 2019
When I first met Roy in Tbilisi back in 2005, I felt I had met a kindred spirit. What I discovered as I got to know him better was that everyone who met him felt the same way-we all recognized something of ourselves in Roy, something that was good and fun and above all, caring. If you went to Roy's house on a Friday or Saturday night, you were liable to run into a pack of Peace Corps volunteers, staying at Roy and Cathy's while they were doing some city R & R. "They don't get paid very much," he explained, "so we like to give them a home when they come to Tbilisi."
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Sponsors' Appreciation Cocktail Reception
Friday, July 12, 2019  AmCham Georgia hosted a cocktail reception and networking event in appreciation of our generous sponsors for the 4th of July picnic! The event was held at the Terrace Hotel Restaurant. AmCham President Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and expressed our gratitude towards the sponsors and AmCham team for making such a wonderful event. Guests were welcome to enjoy cocktails, Mosmieri wine along with a delicious buffet and opportunities to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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17th Amcham US Independence Day Picnic
Saturday, July 06, 2019See photos here
On July 6th AmCham Georgia jointly with the US Embassy in Georgia hosted a family picnic celebrating the 243rd anniversary of the signing of the US Declaration of Independence. Over 1500 American, Georgian and international guests enjoyed an American style picnic with a giant barbecue, live bands, bouncy castles, popcorn, face-painting, clowns and toys for children. The picnic also featured ice-cream , Rebus art-classes for kids, gif-me, photo-booth, photo-bus and Matrix 3d photo. Guests could also enjoy riding a rodeo horse and being painted by famous caricaturists. The Chargé d’affaires Elizabeth Rood and AmCham Georgia President Michael Cowgill welcomed the guests. The American national anthem was sung by Katie Nutt form US Embassy and Georgian National Anthem was sung by Natalia Blauvelt. The event ended up by by a phenomenal display of fireworks.
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R. Michael Cowgill interview on 1st Channel about business climate in Georgia
Thursday, July 04, 2019  R. Michael Cowgill, AmCham President, is interviewed by Public Broadcasting Channel about business climate in Georgia (Youtube video, in Georgian).
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Wine Reception for AmCham members in Vinotel
Friday, June 21, 2019  AmCham Georgia and Vinotel hosted a Wine Reception for AmCham members. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and announced updates and the upcoming events of AmCham. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed delicious Wine and food by Vinotel.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Thursday, June 13, 2019  AmCham CLT Committee members met in order to discuss tax matters, including the “golden list” issue, as well as recent trends and developments within judiciary, arbitration and mediation. The committee also considered recent developments around the law on labour safety, law on agricultural land and new changes to residence permits.
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Joint Presentation of AmCham Georgia and Tbilisi Municipality
Tuesday, June 11, 2019  AmCham Georgia and Tbilisi Municipality organized a presentation on "Sectorial Research of Investment Potential" made by Deloitte. AmCham president Michael Cowgill greeted the guests along with Tbilisi Mayor, Mr. Kakha Kaladze who also made an opening remarks. The research was presented by Mr. Anton Orlovskiy from Deloitte. Presentation was followed by Q&A between guests, Mr, Orlovskiy and Mr. Andria Basilaia, head of Municipal Department of Economic Development of Tbilisi City Hall.
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AmCham/EUGBC Letter to MoF of Georgia
Thursday, June 06, 2019American Chamber of Commerce and EU-Georgia Business Council send letter to the Minister of Finance concerning changes to payment of import taxes. You can read the letter in Georgian and English.
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AmCham Business Roundtable / panel discussion on "Countering Russian Aggression and Propaganda" at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel
Wednesday, May 29, 2019  AmCham Georgia organized a panel discussion on “Countering Russian Aggression and Propaganda” with Ms. Tamuna Karosanidze, Head of USAID’s Civil Society Strengthening Project (ACCESS), CDA Elizabeth Rood from US Embassy and Ms. Nino Goguadze – First Deputy Chair of the Foreign Relations Committee of the Parliament of Georgia. Members had an opportunity of Q&A.
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Members' Only Luncheon with the deputy Minister Ms. Irina Abuladze
Wednesday, May 22, 2019  AmCham organized a Members' Only Luncheon with the deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Georgia Ms. Irina Abuladze. The deputy minister presented on the ongoing projects and future plans of the Ministry. Presentation was followed by Q&A.
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Presentation and a Cocktail Reception at Rooms Hotels
Friday, May 17, 2019  AmCham Georgia and it's member company m² Real Estate organized a Friday cocktail event where Ms. Tamuna Guledani - Deputy CEO, Managing Hospitality Business Line presented company's Hospitality line update and 5-year outlook - including partnerships with international hotel operators and upcoming locations country-wide. Members had an opportunity of Q&A. Presentation was followed by a cocktail reception.
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Presentation and Cocktail Reception at Holiday Inn Tbilisi
Wednesday, May 08, 2019  ...to be updated shortly.
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AhCham Business Roundtable with the Amb. R.Willson and Mr. P. Webler at Holiday Inn Tbilisi
Thursday, May 02, 2019  ...to be updated shortly.
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AmCham Members' Luncheon at Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace Hotel
Thursday, April 04, 2019  AmCham hosted the members' only Luncheon with the CEO of Anaklia Development Consortium Levan Akhvlediani and CEO of JSC Anaklia City Keti Bochorishvili. Both representatives discussed about the significance of the Anaklia project for the country, progress that they have and future development plans. After the presentation members had an opportunity of Q&A. The event took place at Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at Mercure Hotel Tbilisi
Saturday, March 30, 2019  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at Mercure Hotel Tbilisi. AmCham Vice-President, Irakli Baidashvili greeted the guests and announced updates and the upcoming events of AmCham. Members used an opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies and enjoyed Mojito cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious food and desserts.
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Roundtable with Mikheil Khidureli, Director of Enterprise Georgia
Tuesday, March 19, 2019  AmCham hosted a monthly Business Roundtable with the director of Enterprise Georgia Mikheil Khidureli. Khidureli presented results of 2018 to the members and introduced future development strategy of the agency. Members had an opportunity for Q&A.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at Dinehall
Thursday, March 07, 2019  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at Dinehall. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and announced ongoing issues of AmCham as well as the upcoming events. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Thursday, March 07, 2019  CLT Committee members and other interested AmCham members held an extra ordinary meeting to discuss the draft organic law on agricultural land and other related amendments to various laws. Along with the general discussion on the issue of the agricultural land ownership by foreigners and proposed exceptions to this rule, members also considered the recommendations AmCham shall suggest to the parliament of Georgia.
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Tourism Committee Meeting
Monday, March 04, 2019  AmCham's Tourism Committee met with new head of Georgian National Tourism Administration (GNTA), Mariam Kvrivishvili, who delivered a very comprehensive and detailed presentation of GNTA's strategy and views on tourism and exchanged opinions with the committee members.
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AmCham Business RoundtableWith Ms. Tamar Chugoshvili and Ms. Mariam Kvrivishvili, at Tbilisi Marriott HotelFriday, March 01, 2019  AmCham hosted a monthly Business Roundtable with the First Deputy Chairperson of Parliament Ms. Tamar Chugoshvili, who presented about the parliamentary, judicial reform, current challenges and future goals and also the new Head of National Tourism Administration Ms. Mariam Kvrivishvili, who presented on the ongoing projects and future plans of the administration. Members had an opportunity for Q&A.
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Luncheon with Japanese Ambassador at Tbilisi Marriott
Wednesday, February 20, 2019  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ only luncheon with the Japanese Ambassador to Georgia, Mr. Tadaharu Uehara. The Ambassador presented on the Japan's role in Georgia and Japanese foreign policy as it relates to Georgia and the region. The presentation was followed by a lively Q&A between members and the Ambassador.
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AmCham Business RoundtableWith the US Chargé D'Affaires to Georgia, Ambassador Ross Wilson and US Consul to Georgia Jeanette Rebert at Biltmore HotelWednesday, January 30, 2019  AmCham hosted a monthly Business Roundtable meeting at The Biltmore Hotel on January 30th with US Chargé D’Affaires to Georgia, Ambassador Ross Wilson and US Consul to Georgia Jeanette Rebert. Mr Wilson discussed US-Georgia relations as well as current issues in Georgia. Ms Reber discussed the role of the Consular section and the services that they provide. presentation was followed by lively Q&A.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Wednesday, January 30, 2019  AmCham CLT Committee members met on 30 January 2019 in order to discuss draft legislative changes, including to the law on anti-money laundering regulations and new draft law investment funds. The committee also considered the recent developments around the law on labour safety, draft law on agricultural land as well as the impact of new banking regulations. Judiciary and AmCham’s initiative within the Open Government Partnership (Parliament) were also discussed in detail.
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AmCham Back To Business Cocktail Reception at Tiffany Terrace
Friday, January 25, 2019  AmCham hosted Back To Business Cocktail Reception at Tiffany Terrace.
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Business Associations send letter to the Parliament concerning Supreme Court nominations
Tuesday, January 22, 2019
The American Chamber of Commerce, the Business Association of Georgia, the EU Georgia Business Council and the International Chamber of Commerce sent an open letter to the Parliament of Georgia to express our concern about the recent nomination process for the Georgian Supreme Court.
Read the letter in Georgian and English.
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AmCham Members' Holiday Appreciation Reception at Tbilisi Marriott
Friday, December 14, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ Appreciation Holiday Reception and networking event at Tbilisi Marriott. It’s been a wonderful year for AmCham with more events and more initiatives. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and briefly highlighted the achievements and challenges of the past year. Guests were welcome to enjoy Glint-wine, cocktails and Georgian wine along with delicious holiday food and desserts. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues.
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AmCham Luncheon with the Prime Minister Bakhtadze at Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi
Wednesday, December 12, 2018  American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia hosted the Prime Minister of Georgia Mamuka Bakhtadze for a special Member’s Luncheon event on December 12, 2018 at the Biltmore Hotel. PM Bakhtadze presented on the Government’s ongoing projects and future plans for Georgia. The event was also attended by the Minister of Economy Mr. Giorgi Kobulia, as well as over 130 representatives from AmCham member companies. Members had the opportunity to engage in discussions with the Prime Minister during the question and answer session.
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AmCham General Assembly at Republic Event Hall
Monday, December 03, 2018  The American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia held its annual General Assembly and Luncheon at the Republica Ballroom. Michael Cowgill offered an overview of the work of the Chamber during the last year. AmCham Treasurer, Irakli Baidashvili presented a financial report of the 2018 year, which was approved by members. NEXIA was also approved as auditors for AmCham for 2018-2020. Elections were also held, during which nine corporate A and two corporate B board of directors were re/elected.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at Best Western Hotel
Thursday, November 29, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at Best Western Hotel. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and announced ongoing issues of AmCham as well as the upcoming events. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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AmCham 20th Anniversary Gala at Funicular Ballroom
Saturday, November 17, 2018  AmCham hosted a 20 year Anniversary Gala for more than 300 guests at Funicular Complex. In addition to AmCham membership, guests included Georgian Prime Minister Mamuka Bakhtadze, Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Giorgi Kobulia, US Charges d'affaires Ross Wilson as well as many other VIPs, members of the diplomatic community and distinguished guests.
The guests enjoyed a night of live music, reminiscences and reflections on the experiences of the last 20 years, and the great changes that have taken place in AmCham and in Georgia over that time. That night was completed with a charity raffle in aid of American Friends of Georgia and the McLain Association for Children (MAC), two charities that work with disadvantaged communities, particularly young people.
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AmCham Members' Luncheon at Radisson Blu Tbilisi
Wednesday, October 31, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a members’ only Luncheon with the Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, Mr.Giorgi Kobulia. The minister presented on the ongoing projects and future plans of the ministry. The presentation was followed by a lively Q&A between members and the Minister.
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The American Chamber of Commerce, Georgia Meets with US National Security Advisor, Ambassador John Bolton
Friday, October 26, 2018 The American Chamber of Commerce, Georgia met with US National Security Advisor, Ambassador John Bolton, today to discuss US-Georgia Political, Security and Commercial Relations.
Ambassador Bolton, and his team from the Georgian National Security Council, as well as US-Georgia Charges D’Affaires Elizabeth Rood met with AmCham President, R Michael Cowgill, First Vice President Sarah Williamson, Vice President and Treasurer Irakli Baidashvili, Chris Schleuter, Country Manager for Georgia, BP, Badri Japaridze, Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Board of TBC Bank, Samson Pkhakadze, President, Wissol Group, Juan-Carlos Escobar, Regional Manager of Caucasus and Moldova of Phillip Morris International and Lasha Janelidze, Managing Partner of PwC, Georgia.
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Presidential Candidate Presentation by Salome Zurabishvili at Holiday Inn
Wednesday, October 17, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a presentation with the independent Presidential Candidate Ms. Salome Zourabichvili. Ms. Zourabichvili presented about her views and initiatives as a presidential candidate. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the candidate.
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Presidential Candidate Presentation by David Bakradze at Courtyard Marriott
Monday, October 15, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a presentation with the presidential candidate Mr. David Bakradze from European Georgia. Mr. Bakradze presented about his views and initiatives as a presidential candidate. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the candidate.
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Presentation and a Cocktail Reception with Grigol Vashadze at Rooms Hotel
Thursday, October 11, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a presentation followed by a cocktail reception with the presidential candidate Mr. Grigol Vashadze from United Opposition Movement. Mr. Vashadze presented about his views and initiatives as a presidential candidate. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the candidate and a cocktail reception.
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AmCham Members’ Luncheon at Tbilisi Marriott
Tuesday, October 09, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a members’ only Luncheon at Tbilisi Marriott with DCM Elizabeth Rood, Adam Schmidt and John DiPirro . Guests discussed upcoming presidential elections. The presentation was followed by a lively Q&A between members and presenters.
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Meeting with the Minister of Finance of Georgia
Friday, September 28, 2018 AmCham President, Michael Cowgill, First Vice President, Sarah Williamson and Vice President, Treasurer, Irakli Baidashvili and Executive Director, George Welton meet Mr Ivane Matchavariani, the Minister of Finance of Georgia. The group discussed AmCham's historic engagement with the Ministry of Finance, the plans of the new minister and the ways that the AmCham can support MoF reforms.
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Presentation by the Candidate Mr. Zurab Japaridze followed by a Cocktail Reception
Wednesday, September 26, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a presentation followed by a cocktail reception with the presidential candidate Mr. Zurab Japaridze from "Girchi" Mr. Japaridze presented about his views and initiatives as a presidential candidate. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the candidate and a cocktail reception.
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CSR Committee Meeting
Monday, September 24, 2018  AmCham CSR committee held a meeting with the international consultant from UN Women Ms. Rut Gomez Sobrino, who has presented her future Campaign Strategy that will be implemented through 2019 in Georgia. The goal of the Campaign is to engage private sector firms in the implementation of the WEPs with the aim of enhancing gender equality in the business sector in the country. CSR Committee members shared their companies' as well as their personal experiences with each other and Ms. Gomez.
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Presentation by the Candidate Mr. David Usupashvili followed by a Cocktail Reception
Monday, September 17, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a presentation followed by a cocktail reception with the presidential candidate Mr. David Usupashvili from Development Movement. Mr. Usupashvili presented about his views and initiatives as a presidential candidate. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the candidate and a cocktail reception.
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Back to Business Cocktail Reception for AmCham members
Friday, September 14, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a Back to Business Cocktail Reception for AmCham members at the Holiday Inn. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and thanked the hotel for hosting the reception. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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AmCham Business RoundtableHosting Mr. David Bohigian, the Executive Vice President of OPICThursday, August 16, 2018  AmCham was pleased to host Mr. David Bohigian, the Executive Vice President of The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC).
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16th Amcham US Independence Day Picnic
Saturday, July 07, 2018See photos here
AmCham Georgia jointly with the U.S. Embassy in Georgia, hosted a family picnic celebrating the 242nd anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence on July 7th. Over 1500 American, Georgian and international guests enjoyed an American style picnic with a giant barbeque, live bands, bouncy castles, and toys for the children. The picnic also featured a large variety of family fun activities including face-painting, clowns, ice-cream, popcorn, fresh machine, gif-me and a photo booth. Everyone could also enjoy riding a rodeo horse and being painted by famous caricaturists. Entertainment was provided by a rock and roll bands. The Chargé d’affaires Elizabeth Rood and AmCham Georgia President Michael Cowgill welcomed the guests. The American national anthem sung by Tamar Edilashvili who will represent Georgia at Junior Eurovision Contest in 2018. This was followed by a phenomenal display of fireworks.
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AmCham Members’ Luncheon at Radisson Blu
Tuesday, June 26, 2018  On June 26th AmCham Georgia hosted a members’ only Luncheon at Radisson Blu with the Turkish Ambassador Fatma Seren Yazgan. The Ambassador presented about Turkish/Georgian and Turkish/US relations. The presentation was followed by a lively Q&A between members and Ambassador.
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AmCham presentation followed by the cocktail reception at Stamba Hotel
Thursday, June 21, 2018  On June 21st AmCham Georgia hosted Salome Zurabishvili- Executive Director of Cida, David Tskitishvili- CEO of Clean World Ltd, Cameron McNeillie- General Director of Tbilisi Marriott, Kakha Rukhaia – Private Sector-led Recycling component Leader at CENN, Alverd Chankseliani –Head of Waste and Chemical Substance Management Department of the Ministry of Environment Protection and Agriculture of Georgia on a panel discussion about Extended Producers Responsibility (EPR). AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and speakers. The presentation was followed by a Q&A between the members and the speakers. The presentation was followed by the Cocktail Reception at Stamba hotel.
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AmCham Business Roundtable at Courtyard Marriott
Tuesday, June 19, 2018  AmCham hosted a monthly Business Roundtable meeting at Courtyard Marriott on June 19th with US Embassy Deputy chief Of Mission, Elizabeth Rood who discussed the work of the Embassy and US/Georgia relationship and the Director of Enterprise Georgia, Mikheil Khidureli, who presented about ongoing and future projects. The presentation was followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the Speakers.
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Amcham Cocktail Reception at Andropov's EarsA Farewell Cocktail Reception for US Embassy Chief Economic and Political Officer Dwight Nystrom and Economic Officer Charles SetenFriday, June 08, 2018  On June 8th AmCham Georgia hosted a Farewell Cocktail Reception at Andropov's Ears. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and thanked Andropov's Ears for hosting the reception. AmCham President and other Board members expressed their gratitude to Mr. Nystrom Dwight and Mr. Charles Seten for their contribution and support to AmCham. Members used the opportunity to say goodbye to them and wish all the best, as well as enjoy drinks and tasty food with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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AmCham Members’ Luncheon at Tbilisi Marriott
Wednesday, May 30, 2018  On May 30th AmCham Georgia hosted a members’ only Luncheon with the Minister of Agriculture of Georgia, Mr. Levan Davitashvili. The minister presented on the ongoing projects of the ministry including efforts to promote expansions in investment in the sector, also about stink bug problem of the country and future plans for solving it. The presentation was followed by a lively Q&A between members and the Minister.
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AmCham Business Roundtable with the Partnership Fund and the Co-Investment Fund at Radisson Blu Tbilisi
Monday, May 21, 2018  AmCham hosted a monthly Roundtable meeting at Radisson Blu hotel on May 21st with Mr. Giorgi Bachiashvili - the CEO of the Georgian Co-investment Fund and Ms. Natia Turnava - Deputy CEO of the Partnership Fund presenting on on-going projects and the initiatives of the the organizations. The presentation was followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the Speakers.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at La Boheme
Friday, May 11, 2018  On May 11th AmCham Georgia hosted a Members Cocktail Reception at La Boheme Restaurant. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and thanked the La Boheme for hosting the reception. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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AmCham Board hosts a Congressional Delegation
Saturday, May 05, 2018  AmCham Board hosting a Congressional Delegation led by Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee Bob Goodlatte at Vinotel.
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AmCham Members’ Luncheon with the British Ambassador at Radisson Blu Hotel
Monday, April 23, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ only luncheon with the UK Ambassador to Georgia, Mr. Justin McKenzie Smith. The Ambassador presented on the UK's role in Georgia and UK foreign policy as it relates to Georgia and the region. The presentation was followed by a lively Q&A between members and the Ambassador.
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AmCham Business Roundtable with a discussion on cryptocurrencies and Blockchain technologies at Courtyard Marriott
Tuesday, April 10, 2018  AmCham hosted a monthly Roundtable meeting at Courtyard Marriott on April 10th , 2018, with the panel discussion on crypto-currencies and Blockchain technologies with Mr. Giorgi Melashvili - Executive Director of National Bank of Georgia, Mr. Andrew Thornhill - Co-founder of Spotcoin LLC and Mr. Nikoloz Khundzakishvili – director of Efes Brewery in Georgia - JSC Lomisi. The presentation was followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the panelists. The new member was recognized as a Corporate A Member: Renstor LLC.
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Presentation followed by the cocktail reception at Fabrika
Friday, March 30, 2018  On March 30th AmCham Georgia hosted Salome Zurabishvili presenting UN Global Compact Georgia, Salome Zurabishvili from CENN presenting "Let's Keep Georgia Beautiful" project and Eka Gegeshidze presenting a summary of the Junior Achievement Georgia. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and speakers. The presentation was followed by a Q+A between the members and the speakers. The presentation was followed by the Cocktail Reception.
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AmCham Luncheon with Minister Mamuka Bakhtadze at The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi
Friday, March 23, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ only luncheon with the Minister of Finance of Georgia, Mr. Mamuka Bakhtadze on March 23, at Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi. The Minister presented about the ongoing projects, reforms and current work of the ministry. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the Minister. New members were introduced as Corporate B Members: Zarapxana LLC and CMC LLC.
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Presentation with Business Ombudsman and AmCham Cocktail Reception
Friday, March 16, 2018  On March 16th AmCham Georgia hosted Business Ombudsman of Georgia, Mr. Irakli Lekvinadze, who presented on the work of the Ombudsman’s office and led a discussion on business environment in Georgia. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between the members, Business Ombudsman and his deputies, Mr. Levan Kalandadze and Mr. Zurab Dznelashvili. The presentation was followed by the cocktail reception.
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AmCham Business Roundtable at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel
Tuesday, March 13, 2018  AmCham hosted a monthly Roundtable meeting at Radisson Blu Iveria on March 13th, 2018. Dr. Ricardo Giucci, team leader of the German Economic Team (GET) Georgia, Dr. Alexander Lehmann, financial sector expert and Mr. Otar Gorgodze, Head of Specialized Groups and Supervisory Policy Department at NBG, presented the Banking Sector Monitor.The presentation was followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the guests.
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AmCham Members’ Luncheon with the U.S. Ambassador at Tbilisi Marriott
Thursday, March 01, 2018  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ only luncheon with the Ambassador Ian C. Kelly on March 1st, at Tbilisi Marriott Hotel. Ambassador Kelly engaged with AmCham President Michael Cowgill and the membership in a public discussion about his experiences during his time in Georgia, what he will most remember and what his thoughts are about Georgia's future path.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Tuesday, February 27, 2018  On 27 February 2018, AmCham CLT Committee held another meeting in order to discuss several current legal issues, including tax matters and the success of the Estonian model during the past one year. The Committee also reported on recent labour safety law developments as well as parliamentary discussions around the pensions reform.
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AmCham Back to Business Cocktail Reception at Riverside Hotel
Friday, February 02, 2018  On February 2nd AmCham Georgia hosted a Members' Back to Business Cocktail Reception with the Riverside Hotel Tiffany Terrace. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and thanked the Riverside for hosting the reception. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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AmCham Business Roundtable at Holiday Inn
Wednesday, January 24, 2018  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Holiday Inn on January 24, 2018. Yesim Elhan-Kayalar, Asian Development Bank Georgia Country Director and Mercy Tembon, Regional Director for the South Caucasus at World Bank presented about their organizations’ pipelines of work for 2018, particularly their involvement in infrastructure projects. The presentation was followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the panelists. The new member was recognized as a Corporate A Member: Anaklia Consortium Development.
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Members’ Appreciation Holiday Reception at Holiday Inn Lounge
Wednesday, December 13, 2017  On December 13th AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ Appreciation Holiday Reception and networking event at Holiday Inn Lounge. It’s been a wonderful year for AmCham with more events and more policy initiatives. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and briefly highlighted the achievements and challenges of the past year. Guests were welcome to enjoy cocktails, mulled and Georgian wine along with delicious holiday food and desserts. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues.
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Tourism Committee Meeting
Friday, December 08, 2017  The AmCham Tourism Committee met on 8 December in order to discuss and sum up the latest, most important issues tourism industry encountered during the last few months. The invited guest, Tornike Zirakishvili, who currently serves as a Head of Convention and Exhibition Bureau Department at GNTA, provided members of the committee with a brief update on recent developments.
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AmCham Business Roundtable at Biltmore Hotel
Thursday, November 30, 2017  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Biltmore Hotel on November 30, 2017. Ian C. Kelly, the US Ambassador to Georgia presented his political and economic update to attending AmCham member company representatives. The presentation was followed by Q+A between AmCham members and the Ambassador.
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Education and Training Committee meeting
Thursday, November 30, 2017  Education and Training Committee meeting was held at Biltmore Hotel.
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AmCham General Assembly at Holiday Inn
Wednesday, November 15, 2017  On November 15th, The American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia held its annual General Assembly and Luncheon at the Holiday Inn Hotel. President of AmCham, Georgia, Michael Cowgill offered an overview of the work of the Chamber during the last year. AmCham Treasurer, Irakli Baidashvili presented a financial report of the 2016 year, which was approved by members. Two resolutions from the board were also approved; a resolution to continue Otar Kipshidze as a Board member of AmCham and a Resolution to appoint Amy Denman as an honorary member.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Friday, November 10, 2017  The AmCham CLT Committee members met on 10 November, 2017 to discuss current legal issues in Georgia. The Committee discussed the recent developments within the judiciary system in detail as well as the important factors which relate to the creation of the commercial chambers under the common court system. In addition, the committee also considered upcoming changes to labour law and the relevant findings from the recent conference on labour rights, organized by the Parliament of Georgia.
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AmCham Business Roundtable at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel
Thursday, October 26, 2017  AmCham hosted a monthly Roundtable meeting at Radisson Blu Iveria on October 26th, 2017. Mamuka Khazaradze, Co-Founder/Partner Anaklia Development Consortium, Levan Akhvlediani, Chief Executive Officer ADC and Keti Bochorishvili, CEO JSC Anaklia City presented Anaklia Deep Sea port and City projects for AmCham members. The presentation was followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the guests.
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AmCham Standing Lunch with Embassy-Georgia trade delegation at Tbilisi Marriot Hotel
Friday, October 20, 2017  On October 20th AmCham Georgia hosted participants of Certified Trade Mission To Georgia on a Standing Lunch Reception at Tbilisi Marriott Hotel. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and introduced companies from the mission. Guests had an opportunity to introduce their companies to AmCham members. Members and the trade mission representatives had an opportunity to share experiences and gain new contacts.
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Cocktail Reception with Tbilisi Mayoral Candidate Mr. Zaal Udumashvili at Rooms Hotel
Thursday, September 28, 2017  AmCham Georgia hosted a presentation followed by a cocktail reception with the Mayoral Candidate Mr. Zaliko Udumashvili, the National Movement, on September 28th, at Rooms Hotel Tbilisi. Mr. Udumashvili presented about his plan as a mayoral candidate. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the candidate and a cocktail reception.
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Cocktail Reception with Tbilisi Mayoral Candidate Ms. Elene Khoshtaria at Rooms Hotel
Thursday, September 21, 2017  AmCham Georgia hosted a presentation followed by a cocktail reception with the Mayoral Candidate Ms. Elene Khoshtaria, European Georgia-Movement for Liberty, on September 21th, at Rooms Hotel Tbilisi. Ms. Khoshtaria presented about her future plans and initiatives as a mayoral candidate. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the candidate and a cocktail reception.
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AmCham Business Roundtable at Holiday Inn
Thursday, September 14, 2017  AmCham hosted a monthly Roundtable meeting at Holiday Inn on September 14th, 2017. Ed Gresser, the USTR Representative presented on US Trade Policy and Opportunities for Georgia and Elizabeth Rood, the new Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy discussed US-Georgia relations and the wider region. The presentation was followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the guests.
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Cocktail Reception with Tbilisi Mayoral Candidate Mr. Aleksandre Elisashvili at Holiday Inn
Monday, September 11, 2017  AmCham Georgia hosted a presentation followed by a cocktail reception with the Mayoral Independent Candidate Mr. Aleko Elisashvili on September 11th, at Holiday Inn. Mr. Elisashvili presented about his campaign, his views and future initiatives as a mayoral candidate. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the candidate and a cocktail reception.
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Cocktail Reception with AmCham-Kyrgyz Republic Business Delegation to Georgia.
Wednesday, September 06, 2017  On September 6th AmCham Georgia hosted AmCham Kyrgyz Republic Delegation on a Cocktail Reception at Mercure Hotel Rooftop Restaurant. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and introduced AmCham Kyrgyz Republic representatives. Members enjoyed spectacular views over old town and reconnected with each other after the summer. At the same time, guests from both countries had an opportunity to share experiences, gain new contacts and friends.
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Rafting on the Aragvi River
Saturday, August 12, 2017 On the 12th August, AmCham took a group of members and friends rafting on the Aragvi river. The group enjoyed their rafting adventure, with only a few people falling in, followed by lunch and relaxing by the river. A great day was had by all.
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Panel Discussion on Judiciary Reform and Cocktail Reception
Friday, July 28, 2017  On July 28th AmCham Georgia hosted Michael W. Grant- Resident Legal Advisor, US Department of Justice, Peter Danis - the Manager of the EU Justice Program in Georgia and Rusudan Tabatadze - the Rule of Law Project Management Specialist, Democracy and Governance Office USAID/Caucasus at the Panel Discussion on Judiciary Reform in Georgia. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and speakers. The presentation was followed by a Q+A between the members and the speakers. The presentation was followed by the AmCham US Independence Day Picnic Sponsors' Appreciation Cocktail Reception.
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AmCham Luncheon with Minister Zurab Alavidze
Wednesday, July 19, 2017  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ only luncheon with the Minister of Regional Development and Infrastructure of Georgia, Mr. Zurab Alavidze on July 19, at Holiday Inn Hotel. The Minister presented the New Infrastructural Projects of 2017 and the current work of the MRDI. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the Minister.
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15th Amcham US Independence Day Picnic
Saturday, July 08, 2017PHOTOS ARE HERE!
AmCham Georgia jointly with the U.S. Embassy in Georgia, hosted a family picnic celebrating the 241st anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence on July 8th. Over 1500 American, Georgian and international guests enjoyed an American style picnic with a giant barbeque, live bands, bouncy castles, and toys for the children.
The picnic also featured a large variety of family fun activities including face-painting, clowns, ice-cream, pop corn, cotton candy and photos. Everyone could also enjoy the sensation of riding a rodeo horse and being painted by famous caricaturists. Entertainment was provided by rock and roll bands. The Head of Political-Economic Department of the U.S. Embassy to Georgia, Dwight Nystrom and AmCham Georgia President Michael Cowgill welcomed the guests. The American national anthem was followed by a display of phenomenal fireworks.
Thank You to Our Sponsors:
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Cocktail Reception at Rooms HotelAmCham hosted a presentation of the Pension Reform by the Deputy Minister of EconomyMonday, July 03, 2017  On July 3rd AmCham Georgia hosted the Deputy Minister of Economy, Ms. Nino Javakhadze and the Deputy Minister of Finance, Mr. Nikoloz Gagua who presented the Pension Reform to the members. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and presenters. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between the members and the presenters. The presentation was followed by the cocktail reception.
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Cocktail Reception at Tiflis Veranda
Friday, June 30, 2017  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at Tiflis Veranda. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and used the opportunity to celebrate summer’s arrival. Members enjoyed fabulous views over old town and reconnected with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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AmCham Luncheon
Monday, June 26, 2017  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ only luncheon with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, Mr. Mikheil Janelidze on June 26, at Radisson Blue Iveria Hotel. The Minister presented about current work of the MFA, the US-Georgia relations and trade-economic updates between these two countries. Mr. Janelidze underlined the importance of the American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia and wished success to its members. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the Minister.
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AmCham President on Constitutional changes on agricultural land ownership
Friday, June 16, 2017AmCham President, Michael Cowgill on Constitutional changes on agricultural land ownership (in Georgian & English)
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CLT committee meeting
Thursday, June 15, 2017  The CLT committee met on 15 June at AmCham offices to discuss, amongst other things, the proposed further tax amendments, constitutional changes, and the matters around judiciary.
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AmCham Business Roundtable at Holiday Inn
Wednesday, June 14, 2017  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Holiday Inn on June 14, 2017. Ian C. Kelly, the US Ambassador to Georgia presented his political and economic update to attending AmCham member company representatives. The presentation was followed by Q+A between AmCham members and the Ambassador.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception, USAID / CSR Club Presentation
Thursday, May 25, 2017  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception and a presentation by USAID Mission Director Douglas Ball with the Georgian CSR club/CiDA for AmCham members at Betsy’s Hotel. AmCham Executive Director, Mr. George Welton greeted the guests. Mr. Douglas Ball talked about CSR’s importance in the current business environment and opportunities within USAID’s work for the CSR engagement. Representatives of TBC Leasing and Centers for Civic Engagement presented their visions. The presentation was followed by lively discussion among the members and the presenters.
After the presentation AmCham members and partners enjoyed cocktails and used the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Monday, May 15, 2017  AmCham hosted a monthly Roundtable meeting at Courtyard Marriott Hotel on May 15, 2017. Mr. Irakli Kobakhidze, the Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia discussed the constitutional amendments. The presentation was followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the Chairperson.
New Corporate B member was recognized: Regus, Tbilisi Business Centre.
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Sarah Williamson spoke at the Ambassadorial Forum hosted by the US Embassy
Saturday, April 29, 2017  Sarah Williamson, AmCham Vice-President spoke at the Ambassadorial Forum hosted by the US Embassy on April 29. The Forum aimed to celebrate the 25 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Georgia. Keynote speakers included President Margvelashvili and Prime Minister Kvirikashvili. Ms. Williamson spoke on the first session, moderated by Ambassador Ian Kelly, entitled “Democratic Statecraft for Security and Prosperity, Point of Irreversibility” included panelists Foreign Minister Mikheil Janelidze and former Ambassador to Georgia, Richard Miles too. The second panel entitled “Securing Democracy and Prosperity – Joint Fight for Freedom” was moderated by Ambassador Batu Kutelia, and included panelists former Ambassador to Georgia William Courtney, former Ambassador to Georgia Kenneth Yalowitz, Ambassador Tedo Japaridze, and former Foreign Minister Irakli Menagharishvili.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception at Lolita Bar
Friday, April 28, 2017  On April 28th AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception at Lolita Bar. AmCham Vice-President, Sarah Williamson greeted the guests and used the opportunity to celebrate long-awaited arrival of spring. Members reconnected with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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AmCham President presented AmCham's overview of Georgia's economic environment
Friday, April 28, 2017  AmCham President, Michael Cowgill presented AmCham's overview of Georgia's economic environment at San Diego Chamber of Commerce. This presentation was part of a meeting between San Diego Chamber of Commerce, Georgian Government officials and Georgian Business leaders to discuss future partnership opportunities and the favorable investment climate in the country of Georgia. The event is attended by the Mayor of Tbilisi David Narmania, Georgian Ambassador to U.S. David Bakradze, MCC acting CEO Jonathan Nash as well as representatives of SDSU, MCA Georgia, AmCham, San Diego regional Chamber of Commerce, World Trade Center and Georgian and American business community.
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Roundtable with World Bank, IFC and EBRD at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel
Tuesday, April 11, 2017  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel on April 11, 2017. Panel of the heads of International Financial Institutions (IFIs) discussed their activities in Georgia. Bruno Balvanera, Director for Caucasus, Moldova and Belarus at EBRD, Mercy Tembon, Regional Director for the South Caucasus: Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia, Europe and Central Asia at World Bank and Jan Van Bilsen, Regional Manager of South Caucasus at IFC talked about the role of IFIs which are major sources of finance, technical assistance and knowledge sharing in Georgia.
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AmCham Cocktail Reception & IRI Public Opinion Survey Presentation
Friday, March 31, 2017  AmCham Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception and a presentation of IRI Public Opinion Survey for AmCham members at Rooms Hotel. AmCham President, Mr. Michael Cowgill greeted the guests. Andrea Keerbs, Resident Country Director for International Republican Institute (IRI) talked about IRI’s poll results, February 22 – March 8, 2017. The poll includes questions on a range of social and public policy issues including the economy, government and political parties. The presentation was followed by lively Q+A.
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AmCham & SDSU Cocktail Reception at SDSU Chemistry Lab
Friday, March 24, 2017  On March 24th AmCham Georgia and SDSU Georgia hosted a Cocktail Reception for AmCham members at San Diego State University Chemistry Lab. AmCham President, Mr. Michael Cowgill and Dean of SDSU Georgia, Mr. Ken Walsh greeted the guests and gave the attendees a short overview of SDSU’s programs in Georgia. SDSU is the US biggest investment in Georgia’s educational sphere. Mr. Cowgill informed guests about AmCham’s upcoming events.
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Tourism Committee meeting
Thursday, March 16, 2017  The Tourism Committee met on 16 March at the AmCham office to discuss the priority issues for the companies operating within tourism industry.
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AmCham Business Roundtable meeting
Wednesday, March 15, 2017  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Tbilisi Marriott Hotel on March 15, 2017. Ian C. Kelly, the US Ambassador to Georgia presented his political and economic update to attending AmCham member company representatives. The presentation was followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the Ambassador.
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Trade and Transportation Committee Meeting
Tuesday, March 14, 2017  The Trade and Transportation committee gathered at AmCham offices on 14 March to discuss the common issues faced by member companies which operate within the same industries. The points discussed by the committee included the new amendments to the law on National Bank of Georgia and the effect which the new pricing system in Georgian Laris will impose upon the internationally trading companies. The committee also discussed the Anaklia project and the developments in relation to the Silk Road as well as the potential outcomes which the two projects may bring to various businesses.
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AmCham Luncheon meeting with the Third Vice-Prime Minister, Minister of Education and Science of Georgia, Mr. Aleksandre Jejelava
Tuesday, March 07, 2017  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ only luncheon with Mr. Aleksandre Jejelava, the Third Vice-Prime Minister, Minister of Education and Science of Georgia on March 7, at Holiday Inn. The Minister presented about education and job market in Georgia and importance of public-private dialogue in the sector. Moreover, the Minister underlined the importance of vocational education in Georgia. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between members and the Minister.
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CLT committee meeting
Monday, March 06, 2017  Another CLT Committee meeting was held at AmCham offices on 6 March 2017, where the Co-Chair of the Committee Lasha Gogiberidze gave a short presentation on draft labor legislation which is currently being discussed between the employment associations and the Ministry of Labour, Health and Social Protection. The Committee also discussed the existing issues relating to registration of liens by the public registry without the court decisions.
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Cocktail Reception & Riverside Hotel’s Rooftop Pre-opening
Friday, February 24, 2017  On February 24th AmCham Georgia hosted a Members' Appreciation Cocktail Reception with the Riverside Hotel to celebrate pre-opening of Tiffany Terrace. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and thanked the Riverside for hosting the reception. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends, colleagues and fellow representatives of member companies.
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Agribusiness committee meeting
Monday, February 20, 2017  AmCham Agribusiness Committee members held a meeting on the evening of February 20th. The new Chair of the committee, Simon Appleby (Kartlos Group LLC) was introduced to the members. The two main issues were discussed: Land Title Administration and Reform of Land Title Formalization as well as Vocational Education in Agribusiness and the role of PPP’s. The committee came up with the specific list of issues to work in future.
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Ketti Kvartskhava won the first place at the Ski Competition
Sunday, February 19, 2017 AmCham Director, Ketti Kvartskhava won the first place at the Ski Competition, organized by the French Chamber of Commerce (CCIFG) once again this year.
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Sebastian Emborg won the first place in junior category
Sunday, February 19, 2017  Sebastian Emborg representing AmCham won the first place in junior category at the Ski Competition, organized by the French Chamber of Commerce (CCIFG).
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AmCham Members Luncheon with the President of Georgia
Wednesday, February 08, 2017  On February 8, AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ only luncheon with President Giorgi Margvelashvili. The guests were welcomed by AmCham President, Michael Cowgill who introduced the speaker. President Margvelashvili presented about recent political-economic developments in Georgia and the country’s foreign policy. The speech was followed by a lively Q+A between the members and the president.
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AmCham President, Michael Cowgill at the Global Compact CSR meeting.
Friday, February 03, 2017 AmCham President, Michael Cowgill attended the Global Compact CSR meeting.
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AmCham Business Roundtable meeting at Courtyard by Marriott Hotel
Thursday, January 26, 2017  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Courtyard Marriot Hotel on January 26, 2017. Justin McKenzie Smith, British Ambassador to Georgia presented about the UK’s engagement with Georgia and the region, as well as about the UK’s future relationship with the EU.
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Back to Business Cocktail hour at Dinehall
Friday, January 20, 2017  On January 20th AmCham Georgia hosted a Back to Business Cocktail Reception for AmCham members at Dinehall. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and thanked the newly joined member for hosting the reception. Mr. Cowgill informed guests about AmCham’s upcoming events. The reception was attended by AmCham members, friends and head of foreign diplomatic representations. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with each other.
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AmCham Luncheon meeting with the Governor of NBG and Head of IMF
Monday, December 12, 2016  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ only luncheon with Mr. Koba Gvenetadze, Governor of the National Bank of Georgia and Mr. Francois Painchaud, Head of International Monetary Fund (IMF) at Holiday Inn. Mr. Gvenetadze presented about current macroeconomic climate in Georgia. Mr. Francois Painchaud about Georgia's economic outlook and de-dollarization. The presentation was followed by a lively Q+A between the members and presenters.
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AmCham Members' Holiday Reception at Funicular Lounge and Bar
Friday, December 09, 2016  On December 9th AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ Appreciation Holiday Reception and networking event in Funicular Lounge and Bar. It’s been a wonderful year for AmCham with more events, more policy initiatives and more new members. Guests were welcome to enjoy cocktails, mulled and Georgian wine along with a delicious holiday food and American style desserts. AmCham President, Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and briefly highlighted the achievements and challenges of the past year. AmCham Vice-President, Sarah Williamson recognized Ted Jonas, ex-Board member of AmCham for his 10 years of committed service to AmCham and its goals. Members used the opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues.
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AmCham Business Roundtable at Holiday Inn
Wednesday, November 30, 2016  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Holiday Inn on November 30, 2016. Michael Lally, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce presented about strengthening the U.S.-Georgia Commercial Partnership. George Welton, Executive Director of AmCham presented the findings from the AmCham tax survey financed by USAID as part of the G4G project. The presentation was followed by dynamic Q+A between AmCham members and the speakers.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Friday, November 25, 2016  On November 25th, CLT committee gathered to discuss PwC’s implementation of a project, financed by the UKs Good Governance Fund, to support the GoG in Estonian Model implementation as well as the taxation system and the challenges that we see in Georgia.
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R. Michael Cowgill, AmCham President speaks at BusinessContract
Friday, November 18, 2016  R. Michael Cowgill, AmCham President at BusinessContract about the Chamber's role and vision of Georgia's potential and strategic strengths.
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AmCham General Assembly and Board Elections at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel
Wednesday, November 16, 2016  On November 16th, The American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia (AmCham Georgia) held its annual General Assembly at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel.
R. Michael Cowgill became the new President of AmCham.
Sarah Williamson became the new Vice-President of AmCham.
Irakli Baidashvili was re-elected as Vice-President and Treasurer of AmCham.
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AmCham Black Tie Anniversary Gala
Friday, November 11, 2016  AmCham hosted a Black Tie Anniversary Gala on November 11 for 270 guests at Rooms Hotel New Ballroom. In addition to AmCham membership, notable guests included Georgian Prime Minister Giorgi Kvirikashvili, Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Dimitry Kumishvili, Minister of Foreign Affairs Mikheil Janelidze and the former business ombudsman, Giorgi Gakharia the US Ambassador as well as the Ambassadors of Turkey, the Netherlands and Italy as well as the head of EBRD, Bruno Balvanera and many other senior members of government and the international community.
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US Embassy and AmCham mutual event: US Elections Breakfast at Courtyard Marriott
Wednesday, November 09, 2016  AmCham jointly with the US Embassy in Tbilisi hosted an Election Breakfast on November 9 at Courtyard Marriott Ballroom. AmCham President, Sarah Williamson and Ambassador Kelly welcomed guests. The Georgian minister of Foreign Affairs, Mikheil Janelidze also addressed the attendees. The Breakfast was attended by over 300 guests including representatives of AmCham member companies and special invitees from Georgian Government and Diplomatic representations. Guests enjoyed American style breakfast and sparkling wine.
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AmCham Halloween Cocktail Reception at Lolita
Monday, October 31, 2016  On October 31st AmCham Georgia hosted a Halloween Cocktail Reception for AmCham members and friends at Lolita. AmCham Vice-President, R. Michael Cowgill greeted the guests and thanked the venue for hosting the reception. Mr. Cowgill informed guests about AmCham’s upcoming events and gave a short overview of the next few month. Members enjoyed thematic decorations, selection of Georgian wine and atmosphere of friends and business partners.
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Michael Cowgill attended the signing of the investment agreement between Anaklia Development Consortium and GoG
Monday, October 03, 2016  Michael Cowgill, First Vice President of AmCham, Georgia, attended the signing of the investment agreement between Anaklia Development Consortium and Georgian government on October 3rd.
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AmCham Luncheon meeting with the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Georgia
Wednesday, September 28, 2016  AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ only luncheon with Mr. Zeki Levent Gümrükçü, the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Georgia on September 28, at Tbilisi Marriott Hotel.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Wednesday, September 21, 2016  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Tbilisi Marriot Hotel on September 21, 2016. US Ambassador to Georgia, Ian C. Kelly provided a frank overview of Georgian, US and international politics that included discussion of the Georgian parliamentary election, as well as Georgian economic, judicial and political reforms and US efforts to enhance those reforms.
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AmCham Back to Business Cocktail Reception at Holiday Inn
Friday, September 16, 2016  On September 16th AmCham Georgia hosted a Back to Business Cocktail Reception for AmCham members at the Holiday Inn.
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AmCham Dinner with US Trade Delegation
Tuesday, September 13, 2016  On September 13 AmCham hosted a Dinner reception for a US Trade Delegation and AmCham Board members. Representatives of 8 different US companies as well as representatives from the US State Department and DC local government were greeted by the Amcham President, Sarah Williamson at the Vinotel Hotel Restaurant. Vinotel organized a small tour into the cellars of the hotel for the guests. Guests sampled a special selections of Georgian wine and traditional dishes.
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AmCham cocktail hour at The Terrace Hotel and Restaurant
Friday, July 29, 2016  On July 29th AmCham Georgia hosted an Appreciation Cocktail Reception for AmCham 2016 Picnic Sponsors at The Terrace Hotel & Restaurant.
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Education sub-committee meeting the Minister of Education and Science Aleksandre Jejelava
Friday, July 22, 2016  Representatives of member universities and other educational institutions met the Minister of Education and Science Mr Aleksandre Jejelava today. The main points of discussion were attracting international students in Georgia and fair competition among the private and public universities. The Minister expressed high interest in topics and problems raised by attendees and discussed the possible solutions.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Wednesday, July 20, 2016  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Holiday Inn on July 20, 2016. Guests were greeted by Michael Cowgill, AmCham’s first Vice-President. AmCham’s Executive Director, George Welton presented about Tax issues in Georgia within the frames of AmCham's USAID grant, through the G4G project, to find out about companies' experience with the Revenue Service Auditors and the Dispute Resolution Council.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Thursday, July 14, 2016  On July 14th, CLT committee gathered to discuss AmCham's new project financed by USAID grant, through the G4G project with the aim to find out about companies' experience in relation to Revenue Service Auditors and the Dispute Resolution Council. The Members also discussed the issue related to the new law on "accounting, reporting and audit" and current situation related to foreign land registration.
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AmCham Members’ Luncheon with Mamuka Bakhtadze, CEO of JSC Georgian Railway
Wednesday, July 06, 2016  AmCham Georgia hosted a Member luncheon with Mamuka Bakhtadze, CEO of JSC Georgian Railway on July 6, at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel.
Mr. Bakhtadze presented recent developments of the Georgian Railway system. He also gave an overview of the company structure and its strategy. Mr Bakhtadze outlined a few major projects including the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars project and infrastructure developments that could dramatically increase the railway's capacity in the near future. Mr. Bakhtadze answered questions regarding the Deep-Sea port and prospects of using Georgia as the shortest route to transport goods from Europe to Asia and vice versa.
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K.G. Moore's Farewell and Appreciation Cocktail Reception
Thursday, June 16, 2016  On June 16th AmCham Georgia hosted K.G. Moore’s Farewell and Appreciation Cocktail Reception at Tbilisi Marriott.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Wednesday, June 15, 2016  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Tbilisi Marriot on June 15, 2016. US Ambassador to Georgia, Ian C. Kelly provided a disarmingly frank overview of Georgian, US and international politics that included discussion of the Georgian parliamentary election, Georgia's aspiration to join NATO and to gain visa liberalisation as well as Georgian economic, judicial and political reforms and US efforts to enhance those reforms. His presentation was followed by an energetic Q+A.
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AmCham - OGP Secretariat Meeting
Monday, June 06, 2016  On 6th June, AmCham hosted the meeting between its members and the representatives of the Ministry of Justice of Georgia who act as Secretariat of Open Government Partnership in Georgia. OGP Secretariat briefly overviewed OGP process, Georgia’s achievements and the role of the Private Sector in OGP movement in Georgia . The meeting was followed by questions from the members related to the transparency of government procurement procedures. In the end, secretariat expressed its readiness to further discuss the issues concerning the private sector under the OGP framework.
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AmCham cocktail reception at Mercure Hotel
Friday, June 03, 2016  On June 3rd AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ Appreciation Reception at Mercure Tbilisi Old Town Hotel.
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CSR Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 19, 2016  On May 19th we gave our Corporate Social Responsibility committee a new start with Rusudan Kbilashvili, from Wissol Group, chair of the committee.
Rather than engaging in more discussions about what we should do - we have used a piece of BP research on CSR to help us identify some potential priority areas.
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Tourism Committee Meeting
Friday, May 06, 2016  On Friday, May 6, Tourism committee held a meeting at AmCham office. From now on, the committee is open to all members who work in hospitality business. The chair of the committee Andreas Heidingsfelder encouraged the discussion to identify new challenges and they ways of resolving them.
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AmCham Discussion and Cocktail Hour with Kenneth Angell, the OPIC
Thursday, April 14, 2016  On April 14 AmCham hosted Kenneth Angell, the Managing Director in the Finance Department Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) who presented about OPIC's activities in Georgia, the process of applying for an OPIC loan and the opportunity that it can represent to qualified members. The presentation was followed by Cocktail Happy hour where members had an opportunity to reconnect with each other.
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AmCham BoD hosted U.S.- Georgia Strategic Partnership Commission
Monday, April 11, 2016  On 11 April 2016, AmCham Board of Directors hosted AmCham Board hosted a dinner with the Co-chairs of the Economic, Energy, and Trade Working Group under the Georgia-U.S. Charter on Strategic Partnership - Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Kurt Tong and Assistant Administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Thomas Melia. The meeting was also attended by Science and Technology Adviser to the Secretary of State Vaughan Turekian and US Embassy and USAID representatives.
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AmCham Luncheon meeting with Thea Tsulukiani
Wednesday, April 06, 2016  AmCham Georgia hosted a Member luncheon with Thea Tsulukiani, Minister of Justice of Georgia on April 6, at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel.
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AmCham cocktail reception at Betsy’s Hotel
Friday, March 25, 2016  On March 25th AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ Appreciation Reception at Betsy’s Hotel.
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AmCham meeting with member university representatives
Monday, March 14, 2016  On March 14th, HR and Educations Committee met to discuss the upcoming meeting with Prime Minster Kvirikashvili. Committee members agreed upon few important issues which need to discussed with the Prime Minister. Committee has developed recommendations for educational reform.
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Tourism Committee Meeting
Friday, March 11, 2016  On March 11th, Tourism Committee met to discuss the developments of Convention Bureau. Several Committee members expressed their views on the progress. The meeting was attended by Tornike Zirakishvili, head of the Convention Bureau.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Wednesday, March 09, 2016  AmCham hosted a monthly roundtable meeting at Courtyard Marriot on March 9, 2016. George Welton, Execute director of AmCham, together with tax experts from member companies presented the summary of the Estonian Model. The intention of the meeting was to communicate to members about the plan and to gain opinions from members about any immediate issues that AmCham should discuss, clarify or recommend to the government.
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CLT Committee Meeting
Wednesday, March 02, 2016  The package of the new draft amendments to the tax Code was the main topic for last CLT Committee meeting. Members agreed that proposed changes should have positive impact on the businesses. Because of the big interests to the topic, AmCham will be organizing roundtable on 9th March related to mentioned issue, where members will have possibility to discuss the draft provisions. CLT members also discussed issues related to production losses and ongoing judiciary reforms.
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AmCham Georgia Hosts the Prime Minister of Georgia Giorgi KvirikashviliAmCham Members Only Luncheon MeetingFriday, February 26, 2016  American Chamber of Commerce in Georgia (AmCham Georgia) hosted the Prime Minister of Georgia Giorgi Kvirikashvili for a special Members Luncheon event on February 26, 2016 at the Funicular Restaurant. PM Kvirikashvili provided his insights on trends and challenges in Georgia’s economy, new tax legislation, Estonian model and economic & political relations. The event was attended by over 200 representatives from AmCham member companies. Members had the opportunity to engage in discussions with the Prime Minister during the question and answer session.
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AmCham Discussion and Cocktail Hour with Giorgi Kadagidze
Thursday, February 18, 2016  On February 18 AmCham hosted NBG President, Giorgi Kadagidze, who will finish his 7-year term as the Governor of the National Bank of Georgia at the end of the month. Mr. Kadagidze discussed Georgian monetary issues, the state of the Georgian economy, future development of value of GEL and his time at the National Bank. The presentation was followed by Cocktail Happy hour where members had an opportunity to reconnect with each other.
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AmCham Cocktail Party and Tiffany Bar's Birthday Celebration
Friday, February 05, 2016  On February 5th AmCham Georgia hosted a Members’ Appreciation Reception and Tiffany Bar’s Birthday Celebration in Tiffany Bar. Last year has been hugely successful for AmCham and we’ve decided to start the new one with cocktail and in company of friends.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Thursday, February 04, 2016  Fatema Sumar, Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Regional Deputy Vice President, Europe, Asia, the Pacific and Latin America presented today at AmCham Roundtable about opportunities for public private partnership and Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) education through the MCC Compact. Ms. Sumar was interested to hear from AmCham members about their experience in Georgia and labor market challenges that employers face in technical fields.
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Trade and Transportation Committee Meeting
Thursday, January 21, 2016  On 21st January Trade and Transportation Committee meeting was relaunched with updated composition. The purpose of the meeting was to identify issues and problems for discussion related to the profile of the committee. Among discussed issues were: bureaucratic obstacles in regulations related to trade, government tenders, ideas on promoting Georgia as logistical hub, EU regulations on importing EU origin products through third countries, free trade agreements negotiated by Georgia, traffic problems in Tbilisi. Members agreed to meet in 4-5 weeks’ time to set further action plan/points related to discussed issues.
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AmCham Business Roundtable
Wednesday, January 20, 2016  Ian C. Kelly, Ambassador of the United States of America to opened the AmCham monthly Roundtable meeting at Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel with a political and economic environment review. This included a discussion of recent changes in the political environment in Georgia and what this might mean for political and economic reform, as well as issues relating the environment including developments in Iran, Turkey and Russia.
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Georgian Tax Residency for High-Net-Worth Individuals by Andersen Georgia
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New Guide on International Company status and its tax benefits by Andersen Georgia
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Dentons cross-border team participated in GIAC Arbitration Days in Tbilisi
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MG Law: Tax Newsletter (Oct-2023)
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Moore Abc LLC has obtained ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) certificate in Accounting and Financial Reporting.
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Pullman Tbilisi Axis Towers October events
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EBRD and Dentons publish report on readiness for online courts in 17 jurisdictions in Europe, Central Asia and Southern, Eastern Mediterranean and Türkiye
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BGI Law Brief, July-August 2023
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