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Save the Date for L'Esprit de France!
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Greetings!
We have had a busy start to the year! In addition to informative events, networking opportunites and expanding into Northern Colorado, we are gearing up for one of our biggest events of the year -the 5th Annual Esprit de France Gala. We are excited to announce our guests of honor at this event on May 6th - Jeff Drees, President of Schneider Electric US and Bill Ritter, Former Governor of Colorado and Director of the Center for the New Energy Economy. Don't miss the opportunity to promote your business by sponsoring this event or donating an item to our silent auction. Scroll down for more details and don't wait to buy your tickets! Sincerely, The French-American Chamber of Commerce
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 Welcome Yann!
As the FACC continues to grow and thrive, we have decided to expand our organization to the Northern Colorado region to better serve our members, partners, the French-American business community and to position the FACC as as the only international bi-lateral organization in Northern Colorado. Yann Ropars joins the FACC team as our Director for Northern Colorado. Based in Fort Collins, he will be responsible for developing membership, programs and for growing the presence of the French American Business community in the Northern Colorado region. He will serve as a catalyst in identifying opportunities for new members and CORA Partners. "Alignment of stars... Mais Oui!! Like most expats, my ties to my homeland are strong and any opportunities to further relationships between France and Colorado have always been my desire. Northern Colorado, where I live, work and play and Fort Collins are quickly becoming a hub for Cleantech with projects like FortZED, the Colorado Clean Energy Cluster and the recently launched Innosphere Incubator . When Virginie and Bob approached me to see if I knew someone who could be the 'beach head' for FACC/CORA in Northern Colorado, I knew this was the right time and very synergistic with Extanz.com, the New Media Agency I run (my day job!). I am thrilled to be part of the team and look forward to strengthening the ties between France, Denver and Northern Colorado. My wife and I are enthusiastic to raise our two boys in this increasingly sustainable-minded world."
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 Hein & Associates LLP
For more than 30 years, Hein & Associates has been recognized as a leading accounting and advisory firm where its people and clients share knowledge, thrive in a culture of teamwork, and build long-term relationships deeply rooted in integrity. With offices in Denver, Dallas, Houston and Irvine, Hein serves public and private companies in a variety of industries across the country. Hein is a member of two of the largest international associations of accounting and advisory firms, which allows us to provide seamless client care domestically and throughout the world. Hein is ranked as one of the "Top 100" accounting and advisory firms in the country by Accounting Today, and consistently recognized by Inside Public Accounting as a "Best of the Best" firm, an honor bestowed on only 25 firms each year, based exclusively on management performance.
Service Differentiators In order to specifically pinpoint what makes Hein different from other firms, we have frequent conversations with clients and employees about our processes and service.
- Hein is easy to work with. Hein partners and managers are visible and involved, and believe working face-to-face is the best approach. They are easy to reach, giving people comfort in knowing they will not be left with unresolved needs. Hein's way of working results in loyal client relationships.
- Knowledge sharing is one of Hein's greatest value-drivers. Clients gain knowledge by working closely with Hein teams. Hein professionals readily share their industry depth and best practices with one another and with clients.
- Every client is important to Hein. Every client receives a high level of service deeply-rooted in integrity, attentive listening, and respect for their views.
- Hein gives clients peace of mind. Hein is known for meeting our commitments. Clients benefit from the firm's highly skilled resources, expert and independent guidance on even the most complex issues.
Thirty-Plus Years Focusing on the Energy Industry
In the global energy marketplace, companies are challenged by many factors--price fluctuations, cost containment, supply chain management, technological improvements, enhanced production demands, deregulation, and the need for capital. Tackling these issues requires the support of professionals who have a proven track record in the industry.
For more than 30 years, Hein has provided services to the energy industry. We work with energy companies to promote growth, improve operations, and reduce liability. We are one of the few firms in the nation with more than a third of our practice devoted to this specialty area, and we are rated as one of the nation's leading auditors of the energy industry.
Alternative Energy Emergence
Hein entered the alternative energy professional services market in 2003 when we assisted in the successful IPO of a solar company. Since then, in addition to solar, we have worked with companies across the alternative energy spectrum including wind, geothermal, ethanol and other biofuels.
Contact: Vera Divenyi
vdivenyi@heincpa.com
www.heincpa.com
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FACC News and Upcoming Events
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The French-American Chamber of Commerce is in the process of planning events for the rest of 2011 and would appreciate your input so we can better serve your needs. Please take a few moments to complete our event survey. You will have the option to enter your name in a drawing to win two tickets to a 2011 Euro Networking Event. Please respond by March 10.
Take the Survey
Thank you for participating. We value your feedback!
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 Euro Networking
Thursday, April 7th
6:00 - 8:00 pm Join the French-American, German-American and Swedish-American Chambers of Commerce and the World Trade Center for an evening
of international networking! This is your chance to meet other internationally minded business men and women outside of your regular circle. Don't forget to bring plenty of business cards. One-on-one networking is a great way to grow your business, meet people who might have insight into your job search as well as make new friends. Where: Hotel VQ, Denver (near Invesco Field) Cost: $12 members/$18 non-members, ($15 members/$21 nonmembers after April 1st), includes appetizers. Libations: Cash bar; $3 happy hour drinks until 7pm. RSVP: by Tuesday, April 5th to 303-695-7818 x104 or online. |
5th Annual L'Esprit de France Gala Friday, May 6th, 6:00-10:00 pm Honoring Jeff Drees, President, Schneider Electric US and Bill Ritter, Former Governor of Colorado and Director of the Center for the New Energy Economy An event to benefit the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the French-American Chamber of Commerce at the Westin Denver Downtown. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception and a five-course dinner prepared by French chef Jean-Luc Voegele paired with French wines from WJ Deutsch & Sons. Performers from Central City Opera will sing excerpts from their upcoming opera Carmen by Georges Bizet. Our Guest of Honors will be presented with awards for Outstanding Contribution to French-American Business Collaborations. The silent & live auctions will be animated by our MC Bill Clarke. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the website: gala.rmfacc.org If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact Virginie Ganivet at virginie@rmfacc.org. To donate an item to our silent auction, please contact Corinne Snyder at corinne@rmfacc.org
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"Les Privilèges" Card
 The Privileges card is exclusively reserved for members of the French Chamber of Commerce worldwide. There are hundreds of privileges in more than 40 countries that you can take advantage of including local discounts. To see new privileges added for 2011, click here. To have your Privileges card mailed to you, please contact katie@rmfacc.org
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New Ambassador of France to the United States
François Delattre, Ambassador of France to Canada since June 2008, will be the next Ambassador of France to the United States. During four years, he was French Consul General in New York (2004-2008) before working two years as Deputy Director of the French Foreign Minister's Office (2002-2004) and four years as Press and Communications Director at the French Embassy in Washington, D.C. (1998-2002).
As a member of President Jacques Chirac's Foreign Policy Team (1995-1998), François Delattre was responsible for European and trans-Atlantic defence and security issues and managing the Bosnian crisis. He had previously advised Foreign Minister Alain Juppé in his cabinet on these same issues (1993-1995) following two years with the Strategic, Security and Disarmament Department of the French Foreign Ministry (1991-1993).
François Delattre was posted in Bonn at the French Embassy in Germany, where he was in charge of environmental issues and the economic consequences of Germany's unification.
To visit the website of the Embassy of France in the US, click here
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Visit Our Job Board
For more details on all of the listed job opportunities or to post your resume, visit our Job Board
Office Manager (F/T) at Amélie Company
Downtown Denver
Bilingual (FR/ENG) Account Coordinator (F/T) at Amélie Company
Downtown Denver Click here to download the full job description
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Experienced, Independent Sales Representative (multi-ling.)
PARNY GOURMET intends to provide food and upscale original gourmet food products in the U.S. We are a company importing and distributing french fine food on the all USA. We are currently looking for independent and experienced sales representatives in this field, preferably having already his own clientele (distributors, hotels, restaurants, caterers, cruise lines, etc....). Languages: French (basic), English (fluent), Spanish (basic) Compensation: Commission only (Percentage on sales) For questions or to apply, contact Irène BRIZARD DE PARNY at 305-798-5177 or parny.gourmet@gmail.com
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System Administrator/Application Support Analysis at Babolat Louisville, CO Click here for the full job description.
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On Thursday, February 17, the FACC held an informative panel on Immigration and International Estate Planning. Our panelists were David Harston, Partner with Elkind, Alterman, Harston, PC and Mike Heimos, Michael A. Heimos, PC. To download their presentations, please visit our site. A special thank you to the World Trade Center Denver for hosting our program and to David Harston and Mike Heimos for sharing their expertise!
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 Free Seminar: "New Regulations Affect Companies that File Non-Immigrant Visa Petitions." Rocky Mountain Employers Immigration Alliance Invites you to this free seminar on Thursday, March 10th. Frank Schuchat of FACC member firm Schuchat, Herzog & Brenman will be a speaker at this workshop on export controls and immigration law. Please see website for details. |
Fiducial Business Centers, Inc. Fiducial can help you protect your business with a service that can have a crucial impact on your future. As a business owner you are required to maintain official records of Shareholders' and Directors' meetings, and major corporate decisions. If this documentation is not strictly maintained, it could result in the loss of your corporate status. With Fiducial's Recording Secretary Services you can remain compliant and spend your time where it counts. Running your business. Contact: Diane Rowland www.fiducial.com 7700 Wadsworth Boulevard Arvada, CO 80003 303-423.4040 |
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Chère Communité Française á Denver, 
Are you interested in purchasing a home in Colorado? Looking for a professional that will help you understand the Colorado real estate process that cares about your experience & integration here? My name is Deborah Lepercq and I have been a Licensed Real Estate Agent for 7 years. I am committed to making this process exceptional for you and your family and work with both buyers & sellers. Call me for 2011's FREE Real Estate Report! Your Trusted Colorado Real Estate Advisor!
Deborah Lepercq
ABR, e-PRO, CIPS, TRC, GREEN, CDPE
2700 Canyon Blvd Ste: 200 Boulder, Colorado 80302
www.colorado.com/deborahlepercq or www.rebac.net/deblepercq
303-956-4003
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Turning Points LLC
Turning Points LLC announces the release of a professional video on their company produced by the team at VideoBloom.
Click here to watch it.
Contact: Edith Samouillet, President
225 Union Boulevard, Suite 150
Lakewood, CO 80228
303-317-3265
esam@turningpointsjourney.com
www.turningpointsjourney.com
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Veolia Transporation:
March FACC Spring Break Member Special
Veolia Transportation's ExecuCar Luxury Sedan Service offers a $10 discount for all DIA Transfers. Our fleet includes Lincoln Town Cars as well as SUVs to accommodate up to six passengers. Book Online at ExecuCar.com and enter the group code "FACC1" to receive $10 Off Your Next ExecuCar ride.
ExecuCar-#800-410-4444 www.ExecuCar.com Download our SuperShuttle/ExecuCar iPhone or Droid App today.
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Bring A Biscuit
Professional Pet Service
All-inclusive animal care. Available days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Services include: dog walking, pet sitting, overnight stays, transportation, dog/cat massages, treats.
FACC members receive a 15% discount!
Contact: Johnna DiStefano-VanDyke
Tel: 303-241-3236
Email: bringabiscuit@gmail.com
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Community News and Events
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DMIS Summer Camps
This summer, give your children the world! Denver Montclair International School offers summer day camps for children ages 3 - 12, from June 13 to August 19. DMIS offers language camps in French, Mandarin Chinese and Spanish, sports camps including basketball, lacrosse, tae kwon do, and fine arts camps featuring arts and crafts, music and dance. Register online at www.dmischool.com.
DMIS Annual Gala March 26
A spectacular night awaits participants of the DMIS Annual Gala, which will be held on Sat., Mar. 26 at the Tivoli Turnhalle in downtown Denver. Our theme is "Paris in the Twenties," and we will be celebrating Les Années Folles - think jazz music, flappers, Moulin Rouge and Folies Bergère. Purchase tickets online, or become a corporate sponsor at www.dmischool.com/events/gala.
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Export Compliance Training Institute -March 21-24
US Export Controls (EAR) Seminar: March 21-22, 2011 (Westin Tabor Center Denver)
Defense Trade Controls (ITAR) Seminar: March 23-24, 2011 (Westin Tabor Center Denver)
Details are available on the seminar webpage and in our downloadable pdf brochure .
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| Alliance Française Events |
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5 à 7 I Thursday, March 3rd I 5-7pm
Enjoy a glass of wine with a slice of cheese, practice your French, enjoy our latest art exhibit and meet other Francophiles from the Denver area. All levels of French speakers are welcome. Read more
Art Opening I Friday, March 4th I 5 - 8pm
"Splendid Light: France in Black and White Photographs" by Bruce Zander
Each of the photographs in this exhibition explores the visual melody found in the landscape of France. Depictions of everyday scenes in France can be seen anew through the black and white prints. The luminescence of the images comes through in each of the hand-printed silver gelatin photographs. Read more
Ciné-Club Special Québec I Wed., March 16th I 7pm
Come be a part of the Ciné-Club - for French and film lovers alike. Every third Wednesday of the month for just $7 you can enjoy a French film followed by a reception with wine and hors- d'oeuvres. This month the Ciné-club presents Les Doigts croches. Read more
European Book Club I Tuesday, March 29th I 6-8pm
Our new European book club aims to promote contemporary European literature in translation. Come join us for the second monthly meeting, where will be discussing A Heart so White, written in Spanish by Javier Marias. All books will be read in their English translation. Discussion will also be in English and moderated by Ariel Lewis. Read more
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