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Seattle's 1st Annual French Fest: What a success!
The inauguration of Seattle's French Fest: A Celebration of French-Speaking Cultures on March 24, 2013 at the Seattle Center Armory/Center House was a great success! We would like to thank all of the sponsors, donors, performers, vendors, volunteers and the thousands of attendees who participated to this festival! We had a great day and hope you did as well! What a wonderful way to start the Spring season - now on to more news and events, all featured in this April newsletter.
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FACC President Alan Merkle and the Board of Directors of the French-American Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the 2013 Annual Meeting featuring Keynote Speaker Mark Reis, Managing Director in the Aviation Division of Port of Seattle. Members and those who are less familiar with the organization will have the opportunity to get an overview of upcoming FACC and FEN projects and events to take place in 2013 and beyond. Only a few spots left!
Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at 7:30-9:00am
World Trade Center
Holland America Line Dining Room, 4th Floor
2200 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98121
Prices: $30 for FACC Members and $40 for Non-Members
To register, please click here!
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The Revival of NetWine!
An Intimate Evening with Bordeaux Winemakers
Friday, May 3rd, 2013 5:30-7:30pm
 Join us for an intimate evening with exceptional Bordeaux winemakers including:
- Jean-Philippe Saby of Ch�teau St. Andre Corbin~St. Georges in St. Emilion
- Emeric Petit of Ch�teau Lecuyer in Pomerol
- Karin Bernaleau of Ch�teau Montgravey in Margaux Cru Bourgeois
- David Launay of Ch�teau Gruaud Larose in 2nd Growth St. Julien.
WHEN
Friday, May 3rd, 2013 5:30-7:30PM
WHERE
Columbia Tower Club
701 Fifth Ave, Floor 76, Seattle, WA 98110
Map & Directions
TICKET RATE
Early Bird FACC Member Ticket: $25.00
Early Bird Non-FACC Member Ticket: $30.00
This event is reserved to those guests over the age of 21
Register TODAY!
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2013 Fundraising Gala: Une Nuit � Monte Carlo
Saturday, May 11, 2013 7:00-11:00pm Join the French-American Chamber of Commerce for our Annual Gala Fundraiser and an evening of French cuisine, entertainment and business with a Pacific Northwest flair. WHERE Washington Athletic Club 1325 6th Ave., Seattle, WA 98101 For more information about ticket prices and sponsorship opportunities,
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Le Networking - Women's Networking Ap�ro
Hosted by Louis Vuitton Seattle
Join the ladies of the FACC for a Le Networking Ap�ro on Thursday, May 23rd from 7:00 to 8:30pm. Learn more about this traditional and iconic French brand, and delight in the opportunity for 'show and tell' of some of their latest collection. Space is extremely limited, so register today!
WHEN
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 7:00-8:30PM
WHERE
Louis Vuitton Seattle
416 University Street, Seattle, WA 98101
Map
TICKET RATE
FACC Member Ticket: $15.00
Non-FACC Member Ticket: $20.00
Le Networking is the women's networking program affiliated with the French-American Chamber of Commerce in Seattle. Events are reserved for women only.
Register HERE!
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20th Greater Seattle International
Leadership Mission in Paris
The International Leadership Mission is a traveling university organized by the Trade Development Alliance and the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the FACC. The mission brings together leaders from Greater Seattle and Washington State who represent business, government, education, labor, and nonprofits. Together, these leaders venture annually to a different urban metropolitan region to study and learn from the successes and challenges faced when competing in a global economy.
This week-long program matters for Greater Seattle, one of the most internationalized regions in the United States, and Washington state, the most trade-dependent state in the country. In order for us to move forward and stay internationally competitive for the future, we must develop lasting relationships with our global partners and find inspiration from the best practices and innovative programs around the world.
Learn more about the mission: Here!
EVENT INFORMATION:
In partnership with:
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Join the French-American Chamber of Commerce for an International Leadership Visit to Nantes. This excellent opportunity to learn more about our French Sister City and its role in French Business and innovation. The two-days educational visit of the city and its environs will be hosted by the Nantes-Seattle Sister City Association.
Learn more about the visit and the itinerary:
Date: June 21-23, 2013
Cost: 450 € / individual or 800 € / couple
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Zain Richardson
Originally from the UK, I moved to Seattle in 2012 after completing a two year MBA at the Kellogg School Management at Northwestern University. I lead strategy and development for Expedia's activities, tour and concierge business, and also develop strategic marketing partnerships for Expedia more broadly.
Always passionate about travel, I have been a Francophile since reading French at Oxford University, and subsequently living in France while working in management consulting and private equity.
Click here to read Zain's r�sum�!
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Le Week-end Francophone aux Iles San Juan
Spend the week-end in the San Juan Island with others who share your love of the French language, whether you are a beginner, brushing up on your college French or a native speaker. Kayaking, sailing, tennis, swimming and optional French classes as well as French meals. Arrive on Friday late afternoon or evening; multiple options for Sunday departure. Learn more about the programs here:
Date: Friday-Sunday, May 31 - June 2
Cost: $250/person - $90 is a tax-deductible donation to the CIFC scholarship fund
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Fatoumata Diawara
Dimitiriou's Jazz Alley and the French-American Chamber of Commerce are extending a special offer just for you! Mention the "FACC Special" when making your advanced reservation with Jazz Alley and you will receive 20% off each show admission fee of $21.50 per person to see Fatoumata Diawara, on April 2 or 3 at 7:30pm.
Reservations must be called in to Jazz Alley at 206-441-9729.
Francophone and breakout Malian Singer Fatoumata Diawara mixes elements of Jazz, Pop and Funk along with her ancestral Wassoulou tradition. Jazz Alley is an all ages venue. Children 11 and under are admitted for no charge to this show.
FREE parking at the Westin Building Garage 2010 5th Avenue between Lenora and Virginia St.
Preview: here!
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SAVE THE DATE
End of May: Europe Day in collaboration with the EU Center of Excellence at UW (TBC)
November 13: Le Networking hosted by Rosanna, Inc.
November 22: Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Festival
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Fran�oise Piedanna , a pilot (fixed wing and rotary) heads the Aeronautics Sector for the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry. She is heavily involved with the ASTech cluster, a regional alliance, similar to PNAA, of the aerospace industry located in the Paris region. She also works closely with GIFAS, the French national aerospace industry association and the organizer of the Bourget-Paris Air Show.
During her visit to Seattle, Ms. Piedanna will be meeting with leaders of the industry to learn more about the set-up of Washington State's aerospace sector and to identify ways in which locally-based companies can collaborate with the SMEs she works with in Paris.
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Getting involved with the FACC + FEN
Would you like to get more involved with the French-American Chamber of Commerce or France Education Northwest? Attend our meetings! All meetings are open to the membership and a fantastic way to learn more and be involved in the decision making.
2013 FACC Meetings:
Apr 10 Annual Meeting
Jul 17 Executive Committee
Sep 19 FACC Board Meeting
Oct 15 Executive Committee
Dec 11 Executive Committee
All meetings take place in Downtown Seattle from 5:30pm. To RSVP and receive the location information email
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Le Th��tre Fran�ais de Seattle
presents
Une soir�e absurde
Les Salutations
by Eug�ne Ionesco
Adam, Eve et le 3e Sexe
by Boris Vian
Pique-nique en campagne
by F. Arrabal
Theatre 4, 4th Floor, Center House/Armory, Seattle Center
Fri. April 19th, Sat. April 20th,
Fri. April 26th, Sat. April 27th
at 8 pm
Sat April 27th at 2 pm
Ticket Prices:
$10 General Public
$5.00 Students, Seniors
and TPS Members
$5.00 per person Group Rate for Groups of 5 or more.
For more information, please contact Ellen at info@tfseattle.org or 206.323.0599
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�tes-vous un chercheur fran�ais travaillant dans le Puget Sound?
N'h�sitez pas � nous contacter pour participer � nos prochaines � Rencontres des chercheurs fran�ais � qui auront lieu tout au long de l'ann�e 2013.
Blandine:
trade@faccpnw.org
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2200 Alaskan Way, Suite 490, Seattle, WA 98121
Phone: 206-443-4703
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