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Ambassador Member:
Denver International Airport
Denver International Airport (DIA) served 49.9 million passengers in 2007, ranking as the fifth-busiest airport in North America and the 11th busiest in the world. Eighteen commercial airlines offer scheduled nonstop service from DIA to over 150 destinations in the U.S., Europe, Canada, Mexico and Costa Rica. As one of the newest airports in the world, DIA is recognized as a leader in environmental management, airfield efficiency and customer service. With over 53 square miles of land, DIA is can expand to accommodate over 110 million annual passengers, positioning Denver as one of the most important hubs in the global aviation industry.
Associate Member:
Laura Albers
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| Company Profile: Right Management |
Right Management is the world's leading provider of integrated human capital consulting solutions across the employment lifecycle. We help our clients maximize the return on investment in their people, while assisting individuals to achieve their full potential.
Right Management is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Manpower, Inc., a world leader in the employment services industry. Right Management helps organizations...
· Attract & Assess the best talent in the marketplace.
· Develop the best people in their industry.
· Engage & Align their people and their organization.
· Transition employees through successful outplacement initiatives.
Right Management is where you need it to be. We offer a global presence in 52 countries (more than 288 offices) on five continents. Our organization has the capability to think global and deliver local.
The Right Management office in Denver is an important player in the Rocky Mountain Market and the Midwest Region. Right Management operations in Denver and Broomfield are well balanced between organizational consulting and career transition activities.
For more information, contact Edith Samouillet
Vice President, Organizational Consulting
303.796.5532 or edith.samouillet@right.com
or visit: www.right.com
MANAGING THE HUMAN SIDE OF CHANGE®
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| Upcoming FACC Events |
The French-American Chamber of Commerce (FACC), the British-American Chamber of Commerce (BACC) and the German-American Chamber of Commerce cordially invite you to join us for a
Business After-Hours Euro Networking
NOTE: DATE AND LOCATION HAS CHANGED
Wednesday, April 16
6-8pm
Networking can be a powerful way to grow your business. Come network in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere while meeting other international peers.
Don't forget your business cards!
$12 Members, $17 Non-Members
(includes appetizers from Baguette de Normandy & wine)
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L'esprit de France
Friday, May 16, 2008
6:00-10:00pm
The Westin Tabor Center
Downtown Denver
David Appia
Minister Counselor of Economic Affairs and the Head of the Economic Department at the French Embassy in Washington D.C.
Special Guest
Claudine Pepin
Television host and daughter of acclaimed chef and
food writer, Jacques Pepin.
As FACC begins to grow our CORA (Colorado Rhone-Alpes) Economic Development Network, we are excited to have Mr. Appia with us to discuss ways to encourage business and trade between France & Colorado.
The evening will also include the presentation of two Awards for Contributions to French-American Business.
Over 200 guests will enjoy a cocktail reception, four-course gourmet dinner paired with French wines, remarks by Mr. Appia and a silent auction. We are happy to announce that we will once again be partnering with the Denver Art Museum and Central City Opera.
The guests will enjoy images of "Landscapes from the Age of Impressionism", the visiting exhibition opening in June at the Denver Art Museum.
Tonight! - Something's Coming - Somewhere -
Central City Opera will present selections from their upcoming production of Bernstein's American version of Romeo and Juliet - West Side Story
Proceeds from the event benefit the French-American Chamber of Commerce (FACC). FACC also sponsors programs to stimulate interest in French business and culture. FACC's Scholarship Program offers financial awards and internship opportunities to international business students.
If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact
Virginie Ganivet at 303-695-7818 or virginie@rmfacc.org
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| Past Event Reflections |
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 The French-American Chamber of Commerce with support from the Invest in France Agency held a panel presentation titled " Doing Business in Europe" on Thursday, March 20 at the Warwick Hotel. Nearly 30 people were there to hear the panel of four experienced businessmen: John Blayney, Senior Vice President - International Relationship Manager at Bank of the West, Christopher Mesnooh, Partner with Hughes, Hubbard & Reed LLP, Michael Riegel, Senior Vice President at CH2M Hill International and Xavier Therin, Director of Operations and Manufacturing at Lafarge North and South America.The speakers talked about their experiences, opportunities and challenges they face in doing business in Europe. Guests enjoyed a wonderful reception with wine, cheese, fruit and gourmet hors d'oeuvres after the presentation.
 The newly appointed French Ambassador to the US, Pierre Vimont, came to Denver for the first time in mid-March. On Wednesday, March 19th, FACC and the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce hosted a business breakfast. Representatives from companies such as CH2M Hill, Quark Inc., Wheelabrator Group, Washington Group International and Prologis had a chance to have open discussions with the Ambassador regarding doing business in France.
Also on March 19th, The Denver Forum and the Denver World Affairs Council in collaboration with FACC held a luncheon in honor of Ambassador Vimont who spoke about France and the US in a time of Change.
On Monday, March 10 the French Embassy Trade Office with support from FACC held an exclusive Trade Members Only Wine Tasting at the Oxford Hotel. Over 80 wine retailers, distributors and wholesalers were in attendance to sample wines from 11 different French winemakers from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Provence and more.
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| FACC News |
FACC: Dossier Etats-Unis 2008
92-page document giving an overview of the economy and the French presence of each region of the US.
Click here to download it. (Only available in French.)
The lastest edition of Flash Privilèges is available!
This is a newsletter created for members of UCCIFE (Union des Chambres de Commerce et de l'Industrie Francaises à l'Etranger). As a member of FACC, you are automatically a member of UCCIFE and can take advantage of the many worldwide benefits that they offer.
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| Members' Corner |
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Adventure Travel West, Inc.
Adventure Tour Operator Seeks New Team Member
European owned company dedicated to providing a comfortable and flexible work environment is expanding into the Western USA.
FT or PT. Duties include, but are not limited to, contracting/reservations, accounting, marketing, graphic design, and clerical work.
Applicants must be passionate about the outdoors and travel, detail oriented, dependable, honest, energetic, and proficient in current office software.
Excellent French language skills are required. In-depth location knowledge of the Southwest United States is a major plus.
Resumes:
P- 303.697.6688
F- 303.697.5384
 Amélie Company Redesigns Web Site for
Top Architecture and Interior Design Firm
Amélie Company, a Denver-based advertising, public relations and marketing agency, announces the company has completed its redesign of the Web site for Semple Brown, a top architecture and interior design firm.
Amélie competed against several other interactive agencies for the opportunity to work on the redesign of the Web site, http://www.sbdesign-pc.com/. The Amélie team, led by a young, dynamic group of online professionals, developed an eye-catching, feature-packed flash site to showcase the Semple Brown portfolio.
Contact Info:
Robin Ashmore, Amélie Company, (303) 832-2700
Annie Coghill, Amélie Company, (303) 832-2700
Please join us Wednesday, April 9, 2008
for a Sonoma wine tasting dinner
The five wines/four course dinner will begin at 6:30 pm with the wine reception followed by the four course dinner and paired wines for $55 per person. You can view this wine tasting dinner menu by downloading the attached document or by visiting our website at www.lapetitemaisoncs.com. Get a group of friends together and call us at 719-632-4887 or email us to make your reservation.
French Wine Tasting Dinner on Wednesday, April 30, 2008.
Plan ahead and mark your calendars! Featured wines and dinner menu to be announced soon via E-mail and our website. Don't forget about our 'Paris Bistro Prix-Fixe' dinner, available every day except Saturdays and holidays. This superb value menu is a three course dinner with choice of starters, entree and desserts for $30 per person and can also be viewed on our website, www.lapetitemaisoncs.com.
DIS Alumni Bash on Friday!
Do you have DIS graduates at home? Are they looking catch up with childhood friends or visit with 'old' teachers? Bring them back to DIS on Friday, March 28th for our 30th Anniversary Alumni Reunion from 6:30 to 8 for desserts, drinks, friends and memories. Have your child RSVP to info@dischool.org.
Friday, March 28th
6:30 - 8:00 pm
At DIS in Park Hill, 1958 Elm St., Denver 80220
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| Economic News |
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2007: A Record-Breaking Year for France
In 2007, Foreign Direct Investment in France increased 52%, and nearly 321,500 new businesses were formed.
 In the past year, France broke its own records for the creation of new companies, foreign investment, and the reduction of carbon emissions. With nearly 321,500 businesses formed in 2007, France's entrepreneurial spirit continues to rise. This figure represents a 12.5 percent increase over the previous year, and establishes a new record for the country. Such a phenomenon also bodes well for France's economy as a whole. A recent study undertaken by INSEE (National Institute for Statistics and Economic Studies) shows that unemployed individuals are more likely to launch new businesses, thereby creating new jobs for themselves and others. According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), foreign investment in France reached new heights in 2007 as well. International investments boasted a 52 percent increase since 2006, breaking the record previously set in 2000. This increase establishes France as third in the world for international investments, following the United States and Britain. Finally, Minister of Ecology Jean-Louis Borloo recently announced that France has reduced its carbon emission by 2.5 percent in the past year. As an additional testament to the country's ecologically-friendly focus, France solidified its long-term environmental commitments with new goals to lower emissions by 40 percent in construction and by 20 percent in transportation by 2020 during the nationwide consultation Le Grenelle de l'Environnement, an environmental policy conference launched by President Sarkozy on May 21, 2007 (see NFF 07.11).
Taken from News From France, Vol. 08.01 February, 22, 2008.
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| Alliance Francaise Events |
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 La Belle Epoque
Take in the sounds of a 19th century French salon as the Colorado Chamber Players come to the Alliance Francaise to play the music of Franck, Debussy, and Chausson. The evening will also include a guest appearance from Mademe Bernhardt along with a French wine and dessert reception.
Sunday, March 30, 7:30pm
Alliance Francaise Gallery, 571 Galapago St.
$14 FACC & AF members, $16 non-members, $12 students & seniors
(includes reception)
RSVP to the Alliance Francaise at 303-831-0304 or register online.
Crêpe Class en francais
 Join Crêpes n' Crêpes owner, Alain Veratti, as he takes you to the streets of France at his new downtown location of Crêpes n' Crêpes. He will be showing you the art of true French crêpe making, both salée and sucrée with the French accent and all. The best part, though, will be enjoying your creations afterwards.
Date: April 22nd, 2008 5:30-7:30pm
Location: Crêpes n Crêpes- downtown 1512 Larimer St. Denver
Cost: $25 members, $30 non-members
(includes hands-on/demo class and enjoying dinner and dessert crêpes)Reservations: Please call 303.831.0304
PLEASE NOTE THIS CLASS IS ALL IN FRENCH! |
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Community News |
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Inside Sales Representative -French Speaker Wanted
The successful candidate :
- Professional
- Self-motivated
- Energetic
- Have a desire to grow this exciting company
- Have a background in data analysis & reporting
It's an ideal job for candidates who wish to continue the customer interface without the extensive travel. This position offers an excellent opportunity to use overall business experience and take on additional responsibility over time.
Inside Sales Representatives call upon existing customer base of the assigned account. While calls are outbound, it's not cold calling, and there is no 'lead generation; involved. Instead, you cultivate relationships and close renewal contracts with approximately 150-200 active accounts each quarter. Inside Sales Representatives place an average of 30-50 calls per day and use the computer to generate quotes, perform customer research, and update account notes using GoldMine CRM.
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The Rocky Mountain French-American Chamber of Commerce aims to promote the local French American business community as well as to support local French and American companies with their trade needs.
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Dear Members,
