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A Word from The Director of the French-American Chamber of Commerce:
Dear Denis,
Spring is fast approaching, bringing with it a lively season filled with opportunities to network, grow, and enjoy together!
As the energy of the season grows, so does our calendar of exciting events.
One of the highlights this spring is the French-American Business Summit 2025: Productivity & Attractivity, taking place on April 30 and May 1. The Summit opens with an exclusive Champagne Reception on April 30 at the Residence of the French Ambassador, offering a unique networking experience in an elegant setting. Then, on May 1, join us at the French Embassy in Washington, DC for a full day of discussions with leading experts from both sides of the Atlantic. Key topics will include AI, Sustainability, Healthcare, Innovation, and more, all centered around boosting productivity and enhancing the attractiveness of businesses and territories. Spots are limited—reserve yours today! Register here.
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And that’s just the beginning! We’ve also prepared three unforgettable cultural evenings designed to celebrate and inspire:
🍷 Springtime in Paris - Wine Tasting: Celebrate the turn of the season by sipping your way through an impressive list of over 100 wines, from the iconic regions of Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Loire Valley, Rhône Valley, and more.
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🌴 French Caribbean Gala Night: A Celebration of Culture and Joy
Be transported to the heart of the French Caribbean for a night of lively music, dance, and authentic cuisine. Experience the infectious rhythms of live zouk and kompa performances while savoring traditional dishes and tropical cocktails. This is more than a gala—it’s an immersion into the vibrant heritage and festive spirit of the islands.
✨ An Evening in Paris: A Night of Romance and Sophistication
Step into the magic of Paris right here in Washington, DC. This elegant soirée promises gourmet French cuisine, fine wines, and live music that captures the essence of the City of Light. Whether you’re dreaming of Paris or simply love French culture, this is an evening you won’t want to miss.
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Find Your Mentor - Help Your Career - Navigate Transition
A French-American Chamber of Commerce Women In Leadership Event
(open to women and men)
✨ WOW: Women on WoMEN Initiative: - Launch with Diane Bell-McKoy
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Thank you for being part of our community. Every event is special because of your enthusiasm and support. Let’s keep celebrating the richness of Franco-American culture and friendship together! We look forward to seeing you at these unforgettable events!
Warm regards,
Denis Chazelle
Executive Director
French-American Chamber of Commerce
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| | Chamber Highlights Last week | |
FACC Attends the Launch of the 2025 International Rugby Matches with Old Glory DC
On Tuesday, March 18, the Director of the French-American Chamber of Commerce attended the Rugby International Matches Launch Event hosted by World Rugby, USA Rugby, and TEG Sport at the stunning Capitol View DC.
During this live press conference, open to media representatives, regional leaders, and dignitaries, the organizers officially announced the sixth match of the 2025 international rugby series, which will take place in cities across the United States.
One of the most anticipated moments will happen on July 19, 2025, at Audi Field, Washington, DC, featuring an epic doubleheader.
We are proud to see Old Glory DC, a renewed member of the FACC, playing a key role in this global project that strengthens the sporting and cultural ties between France and the United States.
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Grand Opening of Fresh Baguette’s New Location on New York Avenue, Just Steps from the White House
The French-American Chamber of Commerce team had the pleasure of attending the grand opening of Fresh Baguette’s newest bakery, located on New York Avenue, just steps away from the White House.
Fresh Baguette, renowned for its French authenticity and high-quality artisanal products, continues to expand its presence in the Washington, DC area. This new location offers a unique Parisian experience, featuring a delicious selection of crispy baguettes, freshly baked viennoiseries, and fine pastries, all crafted following traditional French methods.
The opening event gathered numerous guests, members of the French community, and lovers of French gastronomy, who enjoyed exclusive tastings and the warm hospitality of the Fresh Baguette team.
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A Successful Book Signing Event with Rama Yade
A heartfelt thank you to the Government of Québec for hosting the book signing of Leçons de l’Amérique by Rama Yade at their beautiful offices.
This exclusive event for members of the French-American Chamber of Commerce was made possible thanks to the efforts of the Women in Leadership Committee. We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed to making this gathering a success.
And of course, a special thank you to Rama Yade for her presence, generosity, and for sharing this unforgettable moment with our community.
| | Join us for Concert for the Animals: A Pop Music Songbook on May 3, 2025, at Earp’s Ordinary. Enjoy performances by Julien Xuereb (Chamber of Commerce member), Jamie Goodson, Caroline McQuaig, and The Fairfax Jubil-Aires, with all proceeds benefiting Friends of Loudoun County Animal Services (FLCAS). Get your tickets here | | |
Most of our events are produced in partnership with our members. In fact, that is in and of itself one of the most valuable benefits of being a member: we showcase what you do, and how well you do it, and we bring it to our large audience of *50,000+ French expatriates (long-term and short-term), francophiles, international civil servants, professionals, etc.
* This newsletter is sent to 41,000+ emails at least weekly and our social media following (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter) is about 10,000.
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A Success Story in New York :
ALSTOM
In June 2023, Alstom signed a contract with the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) to deliver 130 low-floor electric streetcars, with options to build an additional 30 streetcars. This public contract is valued at $720 M, and the agreement calls for the delivery of fully customized sustainable, next-generation Citadis light rail vehicles (LRVs) specifically designed for North America and the historic streets of Philadelphia. The streetcars will be manufactured at Alstom's Hornell facility in upstate New York. All vehicles from the fleet will have a 99% recyclability rate at the end of their 30-year lifespan. Alstom has invested extensively in the Hornell facility, including for the construction of a stainless-steel car body shell manufacturing which provides greater quality control over the value chain. Additionally, the group will manufacture the advanced propulsion system in its R&D center in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania.
Since the creation of the Citadis product in 2000, Alstom already booked close to 8.000 orders from 140 cities in more than 20 countries. Alstom employs 4,500 people in the United States across 15 sites, and 84,700 employees worldwide in 64 countries.
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