| Company Profile: 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.
For more information:
Laura Jackson, Senior Director Research & Planning
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| Upcoming FACC Events |
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L'esprit de France Gala Benefit Dinner
Register now!
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.
This event provides an excellent opportunity to network with senior executives and entertain clients. Wine and culinary delights hailing from the famed Rhone-Alpes region promises to be one of the most exciting events of the year.
Guests will enjoy
Welcome and Awards for Contribution to French-American Business
Presentation to Rick Spear, President of Leitner-Poma of America and
Robert Joyce, President of Wheelabrator Group
Silent & Live Auction
Guests will enjoy images of "Landscapes from the Age of Impressionism", the visiting exhibition opening in June at the Denver Art Museum.
Monet, Autumn on the Seine, Argenteuil, 1873. High Museum of Art, Atlanta, GA; Purchased with funds from the Forward Arts Foundation, The Buisson Foundation, Eleanor McDonald Storza Estate, Frances Cheney Boggs Estate, Katherine John Murphy Foundation, and High Museum of Art Enhancement Fund.
 Tonight! - Something's Coming - Somewhere
Central City Opera will present selections from their upcoming production West Side Story. Sarah Jane McMahon will perform excerpts from her role as Maria. She is currently singing West Side Story with the New Orleans Opera Company as Maria and will repeat that role in Central City this summer.
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.
Rhône Sponsor
Saône Sponsors
Ardèche Sponsors
Merci Sponsors
  L & M Pressworks
Our Partners
Meet our Members Reception & Networking:
Alliance Francaise & Denver International School
Thursday, June 19, 2008
6:00-8:00pm
Alliance Francaise de Denver
571 Galapago St., Denver, 80204
$12 members, $18 non-members, wine and appetizers will be provided. RSVP to 303-695-7818 or info@rmfacc.org by June 16.
Don't forget to bring your business cards to network!
We are sure you have heard of them, but to you really know everything they do? This is your perfect opportunity to find out more.
Interested in having your child learn French?
Looking for French movies, books, or CD's?
What to know what kind of accreditation DIS has?
Do you have questions about traveling to a French speaking country?
Are you looking to meet more Francophiles in Denver?
Then this is for you.
Meet with representatives of both organizations and take part in a short presentation where you can learn about all the services and programs offered by theses organizations.
The mission of the Alliance Française is to encourage the study of French language and cultures and to foster cultural, intellectual, artistic, and friendly exchanges between the French-speaking world and our local community.
Denver International School is an independent school that fulfills the highest educational standards of the United States, China, France, Spain and other countries by offering early immersion bilingual international education, accredited by participating governments, in order to prepare its students to thrive in a diverse and competitive global society.
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| Past Event Reflections |
 Euro Networking
On Wednesday, April 16 the French-American Chamber of Commerce, the British-American Business Council and the German-American Chamber of Commerce held their first Euro Networking event of 2008.
The event was held at Translations Gallery in the ArtDistrict on Santa Fe. Over 35 guests enjoyed French wine, good company and hors d'oeuvres from La Baguette de Normandy.
Beaujolais Food & Wine Festival 2007 Video Now Online
Click here to view a short video of the 2007 event.
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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.)
Want to host a European trainee? Want to intern in Europe?
The "J-1 Visa" - Passport to experience
The French-American Chamber of Commerce promote international educational and professional exchange through four programs. Three of these programs are for French or other foreign nationals coming to the United States to perform internships. The fourth program is designed for Americans going to France for an international training experience.
Why the J-1 Visa?
Members of the French-American Chamber of Commerce may hire young European professionals (ages 18 to 35) to train for a period of up to 18 months in their US based operations.
The J-1 Visa program brings top young international talent to FACC member companies. What does the French-American Chamber of Commerce do?
The French-American Chamber of Commerce is authorized by the U.S. Department of State to sponsor international trainees on a J-1 visa. This visa allows French and other foreign nationals to come to our member-companies in the U.S. and pursue up to 18 months of practical training. This time period is limited to 12 months for Students.
We also partner with the French government to secure work authorization for Americans to pursue internships for up to 18 months in France.
How can the FACC help me?
These programs are a great added value benefit of membership in any FACC chapter. They can help international interns get a J-1 visa quickly so they can come to the U.S. for practical training with your organization.
How can I find out more? Contact us at 303-695-7818 or info@rmfacc.org.
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| Members' Corner |
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It's Not Too Late to Visit Provence in 2008!
If you've been dreaming of spending a week or two in sunny Provence but thought you were too late, fear not! There are still a few prime summer weeks left at several of our most popular properties, and some owners are even offering discounts!
More good news ... a few spots remain in our inaugural
Culinary Provence epicurean adventure, September 13-20, 2008.
For more information, contact:
Marguerite Sadler
Provence West, Ltd.
Culinary Provence, LLC
303-674-3726
vacations@provencewest.com
www.provencewest.com
World Spirits Competition in San Francisco
Loujan Bas Armagnac takes Gold
The Loujan Bas Armagnac 17 year old was awarded a Gold Medal. And the 1979 Loujan Bas Armagnac received a Double Gold Medal (which is reserved for spirits that receive a unanimous vote for Gold Medal by all of the judges on the panel). Even more spectacularly, the 1979 received the "Best of Show" Award for the Best Brandy. The 1979 was selected as not only the best Armagnac but it won out over all of the Cognacs and other brandies as well.
View more at http://www.sfspiritscomp.com/results.html
Robert & Laura Hill
Founders & Shareholders
Thomas Berbinau
Brand Ambassador
303-478-5905
Mullin, Dean & Heimos Launches New Website
Mullin, Dean & Heimos LLP represent individuals and companies from the US and abroad, and advise clients on US tax and estate planning, as well as business law in the international context.
Gregory Dean
720-259-5680
Get to Know Christopherson & Co.
Christopherson & Co. is a 25-year-old Denver advertising and public relations agency. Employing a proven and expedited process, we help organizations define and articulate "the big idea," the distinctive, value-added promise behind their brands. We also can help them promote their brands through strategic marketing planning and tactical implementation, including full-service advertising and public relations services. Our firm's owner, Dan Christopherson, is hands-on in leading the brand discovery and strategic planning process for all clients.
Dan Christopherson
303-779-4920
DanC@ChrisCoCom.com
Time to think about this summer's vacation...
FACC Member, Muriel Martin-Gold rents
French properties in Paris, Burgundy, Provence and Riviera. Contact Muriel at mmartingold@aol.com
Merci to remember, I am also a Real Estate Broker in Colorado:
"Buy or Sell with Me... Get a week in France Free"
Dish Network: Eurochannel
 DISH Network est heureux de vous présenter sa nouvelle chaîne française : Eurochannel. Eurochannel offre le meilleur des films européens, ainsi que des séries, musique et documentaires. Eurochannel présente des films récents du continent européen principalement de France, en version originale sous-titrée en anglais.
En vous abonnant à DISH Network, vous pourrez maintenant jouir de 5 chaînes TV françaises: TV5Monde, 3A Telesud, Trace TV, Eurochannel et EuroNews pour seulement $19.99/mois.
Pour plus d'information, appelez-nous au 1-888-793-8493
Ceric, Inc. is now Keyria, Inc.
The Ceric Organization, headquartered in Paris, has been acquired by Legris Industries. Effective April 1, 2008 the new name for Ceric, Inc. in America will be Keyria, Inc. There will be no change in personnel and the business address will remain 7815 Shaffer Parkway, Littleton, CO 80127. The telephone and fax numbers will remain unchanged (Tel.: 303-277-0404, Fax: 303-277-0506). The new website is www.keyria.com.
 Chilean Wine Tasting Dinner
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
A patio reception with passing hors d'oeuvres and four wines will begin at 6:00 pm. Following the reception, proceed indoors at 7:00 pm for a four-course dinner with paired wines. Cost for this event is $20 reception only, $50 dinner only, or $60 for both reception and dinner. For a menu and more details, visit our website at www.lapetitemaisoncs.com. RSVP to 719-632-4887.
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| Economic News |
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CORA
Colorado ~ Rhône-Alpes Economic Development Network
CORA's primary mission is to facilitate cross-border investment between Colorado and the Rhône-Alpes Region of France.
Why choose the Rhône-Alpes Region?
First, the region has remarkable similarities with Colorado in major business sectors, research, higher education, geography, demographics, tourism attractions and lifestyles.
Second, it has the 2nd largest economy in France as well as the 5th largest GDP of any European region.
Third, opportunities abound, as this network will be the first of its kind; helping to bring businesses together, build lasting relationships and promote investment between our two regions.
Colorado Facts:
q Hub of Interior West
q In top 3 states with healthiest population
q 300 days of sunshine
q Transparent, user friendly infrastructure
q 35 ski resorts
q 2nd largest performing arts center in U.S.
q Lowest prevalence of air pollution
q Tenth busiest airport in the world
q Gross state product of $250 billion
q $8 billion in exports
q Largest state recipient of federal research funds
q Fitzsimons Bioscience campus - one of largest in U.S.
q 400 bioscience companies, employing 36,000 people
q 70 companies commercializing nanotechnology
q Home to National Renewable Energy Laboratory
q Second in U.S. in aerospace
q Second in software employment
q Photonics - 20,000 employees - 3 Nobel Prize winners
q Second in U.S. in start-ups per capita
q 2nd most highly educated workforce in U.S.
Rhône-Alpes Facts:
q Crossroads of the TGV and major European routes
q Similar in size to the Front-Range Corridor in Colorado
q Two hours from the Mediterranean
q World class skiing, hiking and scenery
q A world capital of fine cuisine and wines
q Major European region for science and technology
q 5 global life-sciences company headquarters
q 400 US companies have operations in the region, representing 40% of foreign investment
q National research cluster in infectious disease
q National Center for Solar Research
q One of the largest European clusters for research in microelectronics
q Largest European cluster for nanotechnology research
q International Center for Molecular Biology & Microsystems Research (molecular diagnostics systems)
q National Research Institute for Computer Science and Applied Mathematics
q European Synchrotron Research Facility |
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Alliance Francaise Events |
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 Save the Date!
Alliance Francaise
French Summer Soiree
sponsored by Gay and Lesbian Fund
July 12th, 2008 5pm to 9:30pm
Denver Botanic Gardens
$57 members, $67 non-members, $75 at the door
Cine Club May 20
Come be part of the new Ciné Club. For French and film lovers alike. The Alliance Française is kicking off a new program in collaboration with Starz Film Center. Every third Tuesday of the month for just $7 you can enjoy a new a French film, a French reception with wine and hors-d'oeuvres after as well as the opportunity de parler français.
When: Tuesday, May 20th, 7pm.
Where: Starz Film Center (900 Auraria Parkway)
Film: Mon petit doigt m`a dit (en Français, with English subtitles)
Cost: $7.00 Includes the film and reception
Pastry Class at Le Central
Join Le Central pastry chef, Dominique Deniaud, to discover France's flavors. He will be teaching you the art of the French pastry in a warm and French ambiance. You will be able to learn and enjoy pastries from Le Central afterwards.
Date: Tuesday, May 13th, 5:30-6:30pm
Location: Le Central- 8th and Lincoln St. Denver
Cost: $17 members, $20 non-members
Reservations: Purchase Online or Call 303.863.8094
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Gambro BCT Seeking Bilingual Customer Relations Specialist
 This individual will hold responsibility for, providing customer support by finding timely resolutions to customer requests for product orders, equipment service requests, directory assistance and product and literature inquiries. Work requires specialized knowledge of, and/or experience with procedures throughout the organization and allows independence of action and discretion in the disposition of routine and non-routine matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Interface extensively with internal and external customers via the telephone
- Assist Technical and Clinical Specialists with resolving customer issues
- Work directly with customers and collaborate with Global Customer Support
- Requires a comprehensive knowledge of products and department/business policies/procedures
- Contribute to overall training of the department and in assigned areas be the "expert" for the department in his/her occupational field
Qualifications:
- High-school education or equivalent plus 1-2 years experience in related field
- Bilingual English & French
- 8-hour shift with flexible schedule (6am-6:30pm)
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Exceptional interactive phone skills
- Intermediate knowledge of PC software applications and operating systems
- Resourcefulness and ability to problem solve, make decisions independently
- Ability to establish workload priorities and manage a diverse workload with a high level of accuracy in an environment of constant interruptions
This job is currently posted on the FACC website. Please contact Gambro BCT if you are interested in this position elizabeth.pageau@gambrobct.com
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.
Short-term Cultural and Linguistic Programs
Locations:
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Midi-Pyrenes (July 5-16, 2008)
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Aquitaine (July 29 August 8, 2008)
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Paris (August 3-16, 2008)
All expenses (accommodation, meals & activities) are paid for by the French Government. However, the candidates have to pay their round trip to the meeting point in France.
Eligibility:
How to apply?
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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,
