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Beaujolais & Beyond Festival
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Greetings!
Did you know that our Beaujolais festival hosts nearly 700 guests? Make sure you are one of them and buy your tickets now at the early bird price, online or by phone at 303-695-7818 x104.
This year's event is on Thursday, November 17th!
Visit our official event website for all the details!
Now is your chance to get involved, support the FACC, and market to our audience. We need your help!
There are several ways to participate: Contact Virginie for the Complete Sponsorship Package Click here to be a Chef Participant Click here to Volunteer the day of the event. Sincerely, The French-American Chamber of Commerce
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FACC Supports the French Will Never Forget 
Greetings!
As we approach the tenth anniversary of 9/11, a group in our community "The French Will Never Forget" -- a grassroots organization founded by French citizens and dedicated to French-American friendship -- is planning to commemorate the anniversary in Paris.
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 tragedy, a scaled reproduction of the World Trade Center towers will be displayed in front of the Eiffel Tower to honor the lives lost and to show our American friends The French Will Never Forget.
The French-American Chamber of Commerce, Colorado Chapter is proud to support these efforts and to remember a day that means so much to so many people.
A generous donation has been made in the name of the French American Chamber of Commerce by our National President, Elsa Berry.
We encourage all of our members and friends to join us in commemorating September 11th and in supporting The French Will never Forget Organization.
For more information about this organization and to find out how you can help support this cause, please visit The French Will Never Forget Facebook Page
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Euro Networking - October 5, 2011
Join the French-American, German-American and Swedish-American Chambers of Commerce and the World Trade Center for an evening of international networking!
We put an international twist on traditional networking! Not only will you get to mix and mingle with a different set of professionals, you'll have the opportunity to meet individuals from various international and industry backgrounds.
When: Wednesday, October 5th, 2011, 6:00-8:00 pm
Where: Location to be determined
Cost: $12 members/$18 nonmembers ($15 members/$21 nonmembers after September 30th), includes appetizers.
Libations: Cash bar
RSVP by Tuesday, October 4th to 303-695-7818 x104.
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Purchase your tickets now for the 
13th Annual Beaujolais & Beyond Festival
Thursday, November 17, 2011
5:30-9:30pm at Infinity Park Event Center, Glendale
Purchase tickets online
Join us as we celebrate the release of the Beaujolais Nouveau with an evening of gourmet food prepared by local Chefs, French wines and spectacular entertainment!
The event features a unique culinary challenge for over 20 Colorado chefs who showcase their cuisine by creating French-inspired dishes paired with Beaujolais Nouveau wine. The competition is judged not only by professionals in the community during a pre-event competition, but also by guests at the event for a People's Choice Award.
In addition to the food, there is an abundance of French wines - close to 40 varieties in years past! Live entertainment rounds out the Festival.
NEW VENUE!
Infinity Park Event Center
4400 East Kentucky Avenue, Glendale
http://beaujolais.rmfacc.org
Click here to view photos from last year's event.
Read the 2010 Festival guests testimonials:
"Great wine, amazing food, excellent performances and fabulous people...Could not have been a better event. I look forward to participating next year!" - David Davis, 2010 Festival Chef
"Second year I have attended this event and it is one of the highlights of the year!" - Steve Strecker, FACC Member
"Absolutely terrific event! The wine was quite varied and the food delicious. Wonderful job." - Todd R. Seelman, 2010 Guest
Questions? Contact Katie Mendel , 303-695-7818 x104.
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| GIF11 - Grenoble Innovation Fair
On 20 and 21 October 2011 tomorrow's leading companies will gather in Grenoble, France, to present more than 150 innovative technologies.
For its third edition, Grenoble Innovation Fair is broadening its scope to cover more new or emerging innovations in Europe, welcoming 150 start-ups and laboratories in an exhibition space dedicated to networking with industry and technology demonstrations.
This international event, the only one of its kind in France, is being staged by three Grenoble organizations which have pooled their resources to bring together for two days new ventures with high-growth potential, research laboratories, industrial firms and innovative SMEs.
The fair is expecting more than 1,500 participants, eager to extend their innovation networks, identify opportunities for new partnerships and discover unsuspected sources of innovation.
For more information:
contact@grenoble-innovation-fair.com
www.grenoble-innovation-fair.com
http://twitter.com/innovation_fair
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Colorado Trade Mission to Grenoble
Join a business trade mission to Grenoble, France from October 18th to October 25th. The main goal of the mission is to identify business development opportunities for our delegates. A secondary objective is to understand the major research organizations and projects that comprise the world-class innovation assets of the Grenoble region.
The delegates will arrive in Grenoble 10/18 and begin the program on 10/19. The official program will end on 10/25. There will be multiple options for participants appropriate to their areas of interest. These include: - visit of Grenoble Innovation Fair (GIF).This is the fourth annual edition featuring 150 start-upcompanies and laboratories.The exhibitors include start-ups and laboratories engaged in energy, IT, telecommunications, environment, and bioscience. The exhibitors come from the Alpine crescent ranging from Geneva to Turin. - Individual meetings with Grenoble region companies exhibiting at GIF - Visits and briefings by major research organizations - Visits and briefings by incubators, tech transfer offices, and organizations hosting innovative businesses, both in early and established states of commercialization - Options for site visits to Tenerrdis (French National Renewable Energy Cluster) corporate members Who Should Attend (including, but not limited to): - Business interested in doing or expanding current business with France and broader Europe
- Renewable Energy companies
- IT Companies - Software, Hardware, IC, Energy Solutions
- Biotech Companies - Medical Device, Bio & Nanotechnology
- Economic Development Allies
If you'd like more information, please contact Virginie Ganivet at virginie@rmfacc.org or 303-695-7818. To learn more about CORA, please visit www.coranetwork.org
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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
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Manager, Venture Capital Authority, The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, Denver, CO
OEDIT is seeking a person that is a team player to provide staffing for the Venture Capital Authority (VCA) and the Colorado Economic Development Commission (EDC). This position manages the activities of the state's VCA and assists the EDC Manager with a variety of activities. The VCA is an independent authority with staffing provided by OEDIT. The VCA has entered into a limited partnership agreement with High Country Venture, LLC. The limited partnership agreement establishes two funds (Colorado Fund I and Colorado Fund II) to provide seed- and early-stage capital to businesses in Colorado. This position will also provide staff support for the EDC. The EDC offers a number of financial incentive and support programs for Colorado businesses. This position is a full-time position (40 hours a week).
View complete job description here.
Application Process:
Applicants will need to submit a resume, references, and salary requirements to Virginia Davis by e-mail at virginia.davis@state.co.us or by mail at 1625 Broadway, Suite 2700, Denver, Colorado 80202. Please submit resumes by September 16, 2011.
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Part-Time Marketing Coordinator, Lafuma Group America - Lafayette, CO
Lafuma Group America is looking for an outgoing and passionate person to fill a part-time Marketing Coordinator position to join its team at the US offices in Lafayette, Colorado. This person, who will report to the General Manager of the Lafuma Group, will be responsible for overseeing the company's marketing and promotional initiatives for its four brands: Lafuma, Millet, Eider and Killy. To learn more about the Lafuma Group, a leading European Outdoor company, please visit www.lafumagroup.com.
View complete Job Description here
Application Process: Please submit resume, salary requirements and a brief cover letter to: Guillaume Linossier at glinossier@lafumausa.com.
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Front Desk Receptionist & Facilities Coordinator at the Colorado Office of Economic Developement & International Trade Denver, CO
The Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade (OEDIT) was created to foster a positive business climate that encourages quality economic development through financial and technical assistance provided in support of local and regional economic development activities throughout the State of Colorado. A comprehensive slate of programs within OEDIT's divisions work together to offer economic development services for all Colorado businesses POSITION: OEDIT is seeking a person who is a team player and can assist the office with phone calls, guest services, facility needs and provide overall office administration. The work ranges from switchboard operation activities to general administrative and office support. The Front Desk Receptionist and Facilities Coordinator is considered a full-time position with a 40 hour week, and is expected to have the switchboard open and operating promptly at 8:00 AM and throughout the day until 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday. Phone coverage will be provided for the mail run, two 15 minute breaks and a one-hour lunch. Click here for more information.
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Euro Networking 
When: Wednesday, August 24, 2011, 6:00-8:00 pm
Where: Le Mistral French Restaurant, 5970 S. Holly St., Greenwood Village
This Euro Networking event marked the end of the summer, and attendees enjoyed networking with a very diverse group of about 60 business people. Le Mistral provided delicious hors d'oeuvres, wine and sangria in a beautiful private room. Look for details about October's Euro Networking in the coming weeks!
Click here to view photos from the evening
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 Application deadline for Sustainability Leadership and Implementation - September 8th
The Daniels College of Business, Natural Capitalism Solutions, and CORE, have partnered to offer a new certification program in Sustainability Leadership and Implementation. The course will be taught by sustainability leader L. Hunter Lovins and clinical professor of leadership at the Daniels College of Business Scott McLagan. Participants will earn a Certificate in Sustainability Leadership and Implementation while gaining the knowledge and skills needed to implement an effective and profit-enhancing sustainability program for their organization. Program duration: October 7 - November 19th, 2011. Please apply here
Sustainability Spells Opportunity for IT - September 21st
In an uncertain economy, every business is looking for opportunities save money, reduce risk and grow sales. For information-technology-intensive businesses, "Green IT" presents exactly these sorts of opportunities. Green IT, a critical element of sustainable business, is rife with innovation. Join CORE and the Colorado Technology Association to hear four experts on green IT topics ranging from virtualization to energy savings in data centers, from sustainability management software to IT asset disposition and more.
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International Executive Coaching 
You are American and you are doing business with Europe and especially with France. Your business interactions with your European customers and colleagues remain a challenge!
We can help you improve your work relationships and business results with your foreign partners. Our services are available in French and English.
For more information, please contact us:
Edith Samouillet,
Person Centered certified Executive Coach
+1 303 317 3265
esam@turningpointsjourney.com
www.turningpointsjourney.com
"We can't change others! Any change starts within ourselves"
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LCI English Center: Host Foreign Students 
LCI English Center is looking for FAMILIES INTERESTED IN HOSTING FOREIGN STUDENTS in SOUTH DENVER, or a short walk from a light rail station. It's a great way to learn about different cultures and make friends from around the globe. Compensation= $600+ per month. Requirements= provide 2 meals a day (breakfast and supper), a private bedroom and bathroom. Students may stay from one month to multiple months. If interested, please contact LCI at info@EnglishLCI.edu or call 303-756 0760.
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Discover Rural France - Chateaux de la Loire - May 2012
Bed & Breakfast and Dinner in a Chateau in the Loire Valley (1 hour from Paris)
Includes: Demonstration of a meal preparation each day
Visit to the famous Chateaus de la Loire
Wine tasting of the best wines of the region
Sancerre, Vouvray, Muscadet, Pouilly, Saumur, Anjou
$5000/couple
(not including airfare)
Call us for more details - 720-434-6344 Ann_paquet@yahoo.com
Anne Marie Heilman Paquet was born in France and grew up around food and wine. She is also a cinematographer and photographer.
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 Colorado School of English offers Internationally Accredited Courses
Colorado School Of English offers internationally accredited courses that focus on academic, general and business English programs. Some highlights of Colorado School of English include:
- Academic Intense English Program
- Summer Exchange Program
- IELTS and TOEFL Preparation Course
- American University Preparation Course
- Professional English Program
- Private Tutoring
We are also flexible and can customize a syllabus that will fit your needs.
Visit our website: www.EnglishAmerica.com
*CSE is authorized under federal law to enroll non immigrant students (F-1 student visa)
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Colorado Export Development Grant (CEDG) 2011 Application  Period Now Open
The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT)'s International Trade Office, within the Global Business Development Division, is now accepting applications for this year's Colorado Export Development Grant (CEDG). The OEDIT created the CEDG to help Colorado companies export their products and services to new global markets. Grant funding may be applied towards travel expenses (airfare/hotel), trade show exhibition and/or attendance, business matchmaking services or other direct expenses for developing a new target market. The CEDG is open to Colorado small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) (200 or fewer employees worldwide) of all industries. Applicants should be export ready and apply directly to receive the grant (no third party consultants may apply on behalf of their own company or a client company).
Grant amounts will be up to $4,500 per participating company and will be determined by the OEDIT based on the quality of proposals and export potential of applicant companies. Please see the attached document for more information, including eligibility guidelines, and to apply through a fillable PDF. The application period for this year's CEDG will be open August 1 through September 16, 2011, and grantees will be announced September 30, 2011. Questions about the CEDG may be referred to Stephanie Dybsky at Stephanie.Dybsky@state.co.us or 303-892-8762.
Click here for more information.
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 Denver Sister Cities-
An Evening of French Wine Tasting
THE BREST COMMITTEE OF DENVER SISTER CITIES
PROUDLY PRESENTS AN EVENING OF FRENCH WINE TASTING TO BENEFIT THE BREST/DENVER STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAM THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 8, 2011 6-8 PM IN THE COUNTRY CLUB NEIGHBORHOOD OF DENVER
This event will feature 6 different French wines accompanied by a variety
of hors d'oeuvres, all in a delightful setting at a private Country Club home.
(Location to be revealed at time of positive response.)
Wines will be presented by wine experts Trevor Martin and Ashley
Hausman. Help support our student exchange program and celebrate our
great Rocky Mountain summer finale in a fun, relaxed and delicious way!
Cost: $45 per person
($20 of the ticket price is tax-deductible)
RSVP: DSCI office by Monday, September 5, 2011
Phone (303) 832-1336
Email info@denversistercities.org
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World Trade Center Annual Membership Meeting
and Dinner 2011
Pricing: WTC Member $60; Non-member $80; Member and potential new member $100
Address: Mile High Station, 2027 West Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80204
Date: 9/20/11
Time: 5:00 - 8:00pm
Pricing: WTC Member $60; Non-member $80; Member and potential new member $100
Description: The World Trade Center Denver's 23rd Annual Membership Meeting and Dinner, "Connections within Colorado and Beyond" will feature Mayor Hancock's first address to the international business community. The evening will offer you the opportunity to connect with fellow members, provide feedback for the future of the organization, celebrate our progress and accomplishments from the year, and recognize our outstanding Strategic Partner Award recipient.
For reservations or additional information, visit
http://www.wtcdenver.org/events/detail/annual-membership-meeting/
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| Alliance Française Events |
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Sept, Oct. & Nov. Wine Tasting Classes - On-Sale Now!
Great news for all local Francophiles, Alliance Française de Denver is proud to announce our 3-part series of Educational French Wine Tasting Classes this Fall at the Alliance Française! Read More
The Liar, Thursday, September 15th 6:30pm
Join Alliance Française for the Denver Center Theatre Company's final dress rehearsal of "The Liar" at The Space Theatre. Tickets are only $30 each! This event is a VIP fundraising performance and tickets are only available through Alliance Française! Be the first to see this hilarious production with your friends from Alliance Française! Read More
Ciné-Club Wednesday, September 21st 7pm Réda (Nicolas Cazalé) is a French-Moroccan teenager due to sit for Baccalauréat. When his devout father (played by Mohamed Majd) asks Réda to accompany him on a pilgrimage to Mecca, he reluctantly agrees. However, the father insists that they travel by car. As both embark on a road trip thousands of kilometers away from southern France, the once-icy father-and-son relationship starts to thaw as both gradually come to know each other. Read More |
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