AmCham Weekly Newsletter
May 17th, 2023
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At The Reverie Saigon, 22-36 Nguyen Hue Boulevard & 57-69F Dong Khoi Street, District 1, HCMC
Join us for an engaging event where we will discuss the implications of AI in education, from policy to practice, from inclusion to innovation. You will hear from experts and practitioners who are using AI to address some of the biggest challenges in education today and accelerate progress towards Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4).
You will also have a chance to network with other educators, researchers, and policymakers who share your passion for AI and education.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how we can harness the potential of AI for education while ensuring that its application is guided by the core principles of human rights and ethical values.
Register now and be part of the conversation!
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At OnTop Bar, Novotel Saigon Centre, 167 Hai Ba Trung St., Dist. 3, HCMC
Don’t miss May's Connect & Cocktails. AmCham’s monthly informal networking event provides an opportunity to meet AmCham members and other professionals in an informal after-work setting over a glass of wine, beer, or cocktail.
Please plan to join for a great night of networking and our famous Lucky Draw!
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At AmCham Office, Room 323, New World Hotel Saigon and via Zoom
At this event for new and existing members, participants will learn more about AmCham Vietnam benefits, mission, and different programs from our Executive Director, Jim Ollen. Join us to make the most of your membership, and learn how to engage with our mission.
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July 1 - 11:30am-5:00pm
AmCham Independence Day Celebration & Community Picnic
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At Riverside Apartments, 53 Vo Truong Toan St., Thao Dien Ward, Thu Duc City, HCMC
Commemorate America’s independence at AmCham’s 28th Annual Independence Day Celebration and Community Picnic. Enjoy live music, savor classic American dishes and beverages, as well as local and international cuisine at this family-friendly outdoor event. Our Kids Corner will have many entertaining activities for children including face painting and a bouncy castle.
Multiple sponsorship opportunities for this event are still available. Please contact our Events Team or click below for more information. |
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Upcoming Committee Meetings |
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AmCham members are welcome to join, in-person or virtually:
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U.S. Consulate in HCMC hosts partnership signing ceremony
U.S. Consul General Susan Burns hosted a partnership signing ceremony recently between AmCham member Honeywell and AMI Khanh Hoa to develop a pilot Battery Energy Storage System, known as "BESS", in Khanh Hoa province.
The project will increase the availability of renewable energy in Khanh Hoa province. BESS can play an important role to help accelerate the transition to clean energy and build a future that will be resilient to climate change.
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The HCM City Export Forum and Fair will be held from May 25 to 28 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), with 250 booths representing Vietnamese and foreign businesses operating in Vietnam.
The series of events and activities will include an Export Forum on Thursday, May 25 with the theme "Strengthen connection towards green exports." The Forum will be held from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the SECC Conference Hall, with approximately 600 delegates (300 in person and 300 online) expected to attend. A Conference will be held on Friday, May 26 from 8:30 - 11:30 am with the theme "Connecting export markets: Vietnamese agricultural products conquer world markets".
The event is organized by the HCMC Department of Industry and Trade under the direction of the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee, in collaboration with the Vietnam Trade Promotion Agency (Vietrade) and other agencies, departments and partners.
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NASA Space Week is an annual celebration of NASAs achievements and contributions in space exploration, scientific research, and technological development. It usually takes place during the first week of October, with many events and activities organized by NASA and partners.
Best facilitate teenagers in various regions of the country to meet with the astronauts and experience STEM education activities (NASA STEM DAY) at the NASA SPACE WEEK. The missions and messages of NASA SPACE WEEK are to inspire children and help them shape their dreams. Expecting the participation of talented young Vietnamese in the field of space.
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Renew your AmCham membership! Stay engaged, and maintain your benefits, including opportunities for professional networking, business intelligence, advocacy to improve the business environment, and promoting your business. We have been sending out 2023 Membership Renewal notices via email . We encourage members to renew promptly, and consider upgrading to a Premium Membership! For more information, or if you haven’t yet received your renewal notice, please contact Membership Manager Sam Hoang. |
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AmCham Premium membership offers the opportunity for qualified companies to highlight their status as business leaders and their strategic support for AmCham Vietnam’s mission and programs. Premium Membership offers a range of benefits, including exclusive VIP access. Customized packages are available. To learn more, see LINK or contact Office Manager Cindy Tran. |
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Update from AmCham Danang |
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Greetings from Danang and thanks to all who joined our annual Beach Clean Up Day hosted by the Shilla Monogram Resort this past Saturday!
Special thanks to our sponsors Shilla Monogram, Indochina Mall, AHT (Danang International Terminal), Coca Cola and Co – organizer Evergreen Labs!
350 of our members and friends joined this beautiful activity! Thanks to our members and kids from UAC, Lovepop, APU – students, parents and faculty, RSM, KPMG and the Furama Resort. Together we collected 2.2 tons of trash from the beach on a stretch of more than 500 meters! Click HERE for our press release.
We at AmCham are so grateful each year to see such quick and overwhelming support for this important activity. Hope to have the same or even a greater turn out next year!
All the best,
Chris Vanloon, AmCham Danang Chair
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Welcome New AmCham Members |
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We would like to extend our warmest welcome to our newest members. Thank you for your support! |
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Welcome New AmCham Discount Partners |
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We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our new partners who have joined the AmCham Discount Program. With their participation, our members can enjoy exclusive discounts and special privileges when using their AmCham Membership Card on our Membership Discount Program. AmCham welcomes requests from all interested companies that would like to be apart of the program, and want to offer valuable discounts or savings on their products or services to about 2,000 individual business representatives of over 550 corporate members. You can fill out this Form to join us or contact amcham.membership@amchamvietnam.com for further information.
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Special Thanks to AmCham Premium Members |
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The American Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City & Danang
New World Hotel Suite 323
76 Le Lai Street, District 1
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Phone: +84 28 3824 3562
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