Volume I | February 13 2020

Since 1989 SACC-DC has offered a platform for developing U.S. – Swedish lucrative commercial ventures and professional opportunities through our network, business and social events. The SACC-DC Newsletter will help you stay on top of what’s happening in the Swedish-American business community and to find the perfect opportunity to create new business connections in Washington D.C.

From the Executive Director

Get to know SACC-DC  In one minute, let our Executive Director Karin Hammar explain who we are and how we can facilitate your ambitions in the US and D.C. market.

Upcoming Events & News

Swedish Heritage Night with Washington Capitals - 02/20/2020 SACC-DC, the Embassy of Sweden and the Washington Capitals are thrilled to invite you to enjoy a night all about NHL hockey and the Swedish-American relationship at its best. Watch the Caps beat the Montreal Canadiens, congratulate the Swedish players in person and mingle with NHL officials after the game! Buy Tickets Here

Gearing Up for 2020 Trade & Election Delegation On the 3rd of November 2020 the United States will choose their next president in an election of historic and global importance. Understanding the outcome and navigating its economic consequences will be central to doing business in the US. We will give you and your business unparalleled insights through our tailored Trade & Election Delegation, culminating on election night. Contact us to tailor your experience!

SACC-DC continues to explore “Sustainability” SACC-DC continues to explore the theme of sustainability through the lens of the Swedish-American Business Community. The theme will permeate our work over the coming year, as we highlight how Swedish-American partnerships create key solutions to sustainable investments and commerce. Click the picture to find out which are the 100 most sustainable companies in the US.  Keep an eye out for our first sustainability-themed event in the latter part of March!

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Member Spotlight

A Warm Welcome to our Newest Member ABB is a technology leader that is driving the digital transformation of industries. With a history of innovation spanning more than 130 years, ABB has four customer-​focused, globally leading businesses: Electrification, Industrial Automation, Motion, and Robotics & Discrete Automation, supported by the ABB Ability™ digital platform. The U.S. represents ABB’s single largest growth market and it has seen more than $14 billion in investments since 2010. “SACC-DC is well-known in Washington as a venue for networking with best in class companies and for putting on many informative and enjoyable events, where Sweden’s business leaders are never in short supply. With ABB’s rich Swedish heritage, SACC-DC is the perfect place to collaborate with companies that share ABB’s commitment to innovation and sustainability.” - Jim Creevy, Vice President of Government Relations at ABB and newly elected Golf Committee Chair of SACC-DC

New Members

Why Become a Member? SACC DC organizes many events throughout the year to give our members access to professional networking. Our annual flagship business events includes SACC Summit, Young Professionals and other corporate events, seminars and workshops.We also tailor trade missions for Swedish companies interested in the Greater Washington, D.C. area. Whether an individual with a keen interest in or connection with Sweden living in D.C. or a company looking to establish new relationships, we can help you reach your next goal.

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More Events Exhibition: learning from Sweden (1st to 23rd February) - House of Sweden & the Swedish Embassy Event: 'Semlans dag' (22nd of February) - SWEA Washington D.C. Conference: 8th Annual Norwegian-American Defense Conference (2nd of April) - NADIC Experience: Finnish or Swedish Semla? (all through February - Finale on the 25th) - Chef Mikko Event: Nordic Language Meetup Anniversary & Valentines Party (15th of February - ASA DC

More Opportunities Administrative Officer, Full-time (Deadline 17th of February) - Embassy of Sweden Congressional Internship, Jack Bergman R-MI1, co-chair of the Friends of Sweden Caucus (Deadline 31st of March) - SACC USA

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