American Arab Chamber of Commerce

We would like to extend a heartfelt congratulations to AACC's own Board Chair, Ahmad Chebbani, on being named a Notable Board Leader by Crain's Detroit Business! Ahmad’s outstanding leadership has propelled the American Arab Chamber of Commerce to support over 1,800 businesses and champion economic growth for immigrant entrepreneurs. A key accomplishment during his tenure is the founding of?Tejara , an Innovation Hub and Incubator dedicated to fostering economic opportunities for first- and second-generation immigrant entrepreneurs. In addition to his work with the AACC, Ahmad serves as Chairman and co-founder of the American Middle East Economic Affairs Committee (AMEEAC), organizing three successful US-Arab Economic Forums to foster collaboration and economic ties between the Arab world and the United States. A lifelong advocate for Arab-American entrepreneurs, Ahmad also hosts international delegations to connect Detroit with global markets and advance U.S.-Middle East partnerships. His ability to tackle complex economic and regional challenges has made him a trusted figure locally and internationally. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition of his dedication and impact!

Did you know? Since opening its first location in 2017, Qahwah House has been a proud member of the American Arab Chamber of Commerce and grown to 20 locations nationwide, with plans to rapidly expand even further. Specializing in authentic Yemeni coffee, Qahwah House brings Yemen’s rich coffee tradition to communities across the U.S.! We caught up with Qahwah House owner Ibrahim Alhasbani at our 32nd Annual Building Economic Bridges Gala, where we celebrated the achievements of Arab American business leaders. His incredible journey of community impact and business success is exactly the kind of story we’re proud to showcase! #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #marketing #coffee #innovation #arabamerican #aacc #michigan

The American Arab Chamber of Commerce is proud to congratulate Ed Siaje on his appointment as President of Bank of America Detroit! ?? In addition to overseeing Bank of America’s growth in Detroit, Ed continues to serve as a leader in initiatives that uplift the region. His involvement with impactful organizations like ACCESS, the United Way for Southeastern Michigan, and the Southwest Detroit Business Association showcases his dedication to driving meaningful change. We are pleased to highlight Bank of America, a Chamber member, for its focus on leadership and investment in our communities. Congratulations, Ed, on this well-deserved recognition! Learn more about Ed Siaje’s impact on Detroit’s community ?? https://bit.ly/edsiajeboa

Pleasure meeting again with Qatari Ambassador Meshal Al-Thani from the Embassy of the State of Qatar on Tuesday. We discussed increased U.S. and Qatar collaboration in critically important issues, such as critical minerals, #5G, global energy demand, #AI, and more. The United States will continue to work closely with Qatar on shared strategic priorities to promote security and prosperity in the Gulf and broader Middle East region, uphold effective global institutions, and foster ties between our peoples. Building on that, the U.S. Department of State’s leading a trade delegation with American Arab Chamber of Commerce to Qatar, Oman and the UAE. I look forward to working closely with Ambassador Al Thani to expand upon our already robust trade and investment relationship, delivering benefits for both Qataris and Americans. . . . . U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs Michigan Municipal League

It was an honor to host First Secretary Yasser Castro, and Second Secretary David Ramírez, delegates from the Cuban Embassy at the American Arab Chamber of Commerce. We had great discussions about opportunities for trade, biotech development, and educational institution collaboration. Special thanks to Dana M. Armenteros, Corporate Wellness Director The W Buchanan Group LLC, for bringing this exceptional group together, and to our esteemed attendees: Roel Hinojosa III, Regional Manager of Guest Relations at Corewell Health; Bethany McAllister, Lawyer and CEO of Libélula Books ; Danette Duron-Willner Owner of ClearheadHR; Mario Swaidan, Owner and CEO of Drone Pilot Academy; Hilary Ferencak, Director of Innovation and Impact at Tejara ; and Elias J. Khalil, Director of Entrepreneurship and Education at Tejara . We greatly appreciate the expert insights they shared on drone technology, healthcare, and housing development!

Pleasure meeting again with Qatari Ambassador Meshal Al-Thani from the Embassy of the State of Qatar on Tuesday. We discussed increased U.S. and Qatar collaboration in critically important issues, such as critical minerals, #5G, global energy demand, #AI, and more. The United States will continue to work closely with Qatar on shared strategic priorities to promote security and prosperity in the Gulf and broader Middle East region, uphold effective global institutions, and foster ties between our peoples. Building on that, the U.S. Department of State’s leading a trade delegation with American Arab Chamber of Commerce to Qatar, Oman and the UAE. I look forward to working closely with Ambassador Al Thani to expand upon our already robust trade and investment relationship, delivering benefits for both Qataris and Americans. . . . . U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs Michigan Municipal League

The AACC’s 32nd annual Building Economic Bridges Gala brought together partners, supporters, and leaders committed to growth and opportunity. It was an inspiring night to honor our shared achievements and look ahead to what’s possible in our community and beyond! Thank you to everyone who made this event a success—and we can’t wait to share more highlights! ? ? ? ? ???@888creative_ #arabamerican?#entrepreneur?#business?#innovation?#detroit?#networking?#aacc?#tejarasba?#michigan?#economics?#smallbusiness?#dearborn

Honored to provide the keynote address at the “Building Economic Bridges” Gala by American Arab Chamber of Commerce. I discussed how the U.S. is expanding opportunities and promoting economic cooperation to spur job creation at home and abroad. At the event, I also announced that State Department would lead a trade delegation with the Chamber and Michigan Munincipal League to ???? #Qatar, ???? #Oman, and the ???? #UAE to deepen cooperation between the United States and these key partners. The Arab American business community in the United States has a historic and long-standing spirit of entrepreneurship, thanks in big part to the Chamber’s good work. ??? Read about event outcomes: https://lnkd.in/ek_Fhi5p ?? Watch the full gala program: https://lnkd.in/eaERKhR7 ??? Learn more from my remarks: https://lnkd.in/eZ-A8XNm . . . American Arab Chamber of Commerce Michigan Municipal League Michigan Municipal League Foundation U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Energy Resources Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Department of State's Office of Global Partnerships Special Representative Sarah Morgenthau Special Envoy for Global Food Security Dr. Cary Fowler

"Under Secretary Fernandez Announces Trade Delegation at the American Arab Chamber of Commerce Gala in Michigan" (U.S. Department of State) October 31, 2024 Under Secretary Fernandez delivered the keynote address at the American Arab Chamber of Commerce’s 32nd Anniversary?“Building Economic Bridges” Gala?(https://lnkd.in/gtfatiJt) October 25, dedicated to celebrating innovation, entrepreneurship, and advancements in clean energy. Building on this year’s theme, he shared insights on global economic trends and how they align with the entrepreneurial spirit fueling Arab American businesses. He also announced the United States would lead a trade delegation with the Chamber and the Michigan Municipal League Foundation in December of this year to #Qatar, #Oman, and the United Arab Emirates to deepen cooperation between the United States and these key partners. The trip will bolster public-private collaboration in sectors including critical minerals, supply chain resilience, and emerging technologies. Under Secretary Fernandez’s engagement with the American Arab Chamber of Commerce aims to strengthen foreign commercial advocacy to benefit Michigan’s private sector and Arab American business communities across the U.S. and promote job creation. "Keynote Address at the American Arab Chamber of Commerce Gala" https://lnkd.in/gSaaTU3i #ArabAmerican #cleanenergy #UAE #criticalminerals #supplychain #emergingtechnologies #commercialdiplomacy Jose W. Fernandez https://lnkd.in/gQpkrJqb

Honored to provide the keynote address at the “Building Economic Bridges” Gala by American Arab Chamber of Commerce. I discussed how the U.S. is expanding opportunities and promoting economic cooperation to spur job creation at home and abroad. At the event, I also announced that State Department would lead a trade delegation with the Chamber and Michigan Munincipal League to ???? #Qatar, ???? #Oman, and the ???? #UAE to deepen cooperation between the United States and these key partners. The Arab American business community in the United States has a historic and long-standing spirit of entrepreneurship, thanks in big part to the Chamber’s good work. ??? Read about event outcomes: https://lnkd.in/ek_Fhi5p ?? Watch the full gala program: https://lnkd.in/eaERKhR7 ??? Learn more from my remarks: https://lnkd.in/eZ-A8XNm . . . American Arab Chamber of Commerce Michigan Municipal League Michigan Municipal League Foundation U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Energy Resources Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Department of State's Office of Global Partnerships Special Representative Sarah Morgenthau Special Envoy for Global Food Security Dr. Cary Fowler