AmCham National Conference & Networking Weekend 2019 - AmCham Vietnam

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Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, is Vietnam’s economic and financial center. Today, Ho Chi Minh accounts for one-third of Vietnam’s GDP. This dynamic city of over 10 million inhabitants is one of the fastest growing and emerging markets in Asia-Pacific for technology, manufacturing and property developments. Annual growth of the city’s economy is at 8% year on year and positioned to be the 2^nd fastest growing economy in Asia by 2021 according to Bloomberg.

As such, AmCham Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City chapter, is excited to host the National Networking Weekend for the 1^st time in its history locally in Ho Chi Minh City. We are excited to explore and enjoy some unique opportunities in the city with an American flair.

Join other AmCham Vietnam members and guests in a National Conference with the Ambassador’s discussion of key issues in Vietnam-U.S. trade and investment and outlook for 2019-2020, other insightful Workshop programming, and unique weekend networking and activities. Two days package includes Fri Welcome Cocktail Reception with Ambassador Kritenbrink, Sat Networking Lunch, Afternoon Workshop with Ambassador, Consul General, and U.S. Mission Key Officers, followed by Evening Cocktails and “Taste of America” Dinner with scrumptious cuisine prepared by four U.S. Chefs including fine sprits and wines. The “Taste of America” Chefs dinner evening is extremely limited as the unique venue and nature of the live cooking demonstrations requires advanced registrations.

Register NOW for this stimulating weekend, with optional exclusive (and complimentary) tour of the U.S. Consulate General grounds, and simple relaxation.

Agenda

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 06

6:00 – 8:30pm

Welcome & Cocktail Reception – at Salon Saigon

Salon Saigon is a historical location, once the home of U.S. Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge Jr (1902-1985) and his family, during their stay in Saigon from 1963 to 1967. Read more.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 07

10:30 – 11:30am	Private Tour of the U.S. Consulate General grounds Gather in the Lobby of InterContinental Saigon at 10:30am
12:00 – 1:45pm	Lunch & Craft Beer Tasting – at East West Brewing Company
1:45 – 3:45pm	Workshop with U.S. Mission – at InterContinental Saigon *Expected U.S. Mission Participants and Agenda listed in next Tab.
3:45 – 4:00pm	Coffee break
4:00 – 5:00pm	National Board Meeting* – at InterContinental Saigon * Open for Hanoi and HCMC Board Members only
6:30 – 10:30pm	U.S. Chef Dinner – “Taste of America” – at Grain Cooking Studio (Limited Availability)

* Dress code for all events: Smart Casual

U.S. Mission Workshop

AmCham Vietnam-U.S. Mission Vietnam Coordination to Strengthen Trade and Investment Relations in the Coming Year

There is new global attention on U.S.-Vietnam economic relations given U.S.-China trade tensions, more interest by U.S. and other investors in Vietnam, and President Trump’s comments on the growing bilateral deficit in trade in goods. Upcoming events such as the likely senior GVN leader visit to Washington, AmCham Vietnam’s 25th anniversary, and the 25th anniversary of normalization of U.S.-Vietnam diplomatic relations will bring increased focus on the bilateral relationship as well as opportunities to address barriers to trade and investment and strengthen our bilateral economic partnership. Vietnam’s 2020 ASEAN Chair and non-permanent membership in the UN Security Council for 2020-2021 will create additional opportunities to promote U.S. trade and economic interests and encourage Vietnam to play a more active leadership role promoting regional and global peace and prosperity. Join the Workshop with AmCham and the U.S. Mission to hear more!

List of U.S. Mission Vietnam Participants:

Ambassador Daniel Kritenbrink
Ms. Marie Damour, Consul General, HCMC
Mr. Eric Hsu, Senior Commercial Officer, Embassy Hanoi
Mr. Jim Bangert, Deputy Economic Counselor, Embassy Hanoi (To be confirmed)
Ms. Emily Fleckner, Economic Section Chief, HCMC
Mr. Doug Jacobson, Principal Commercial Officer, HCMC
Mr. Ben Petlock, Senior Agricultural Attaché, HCMC
Ms. Joanie Simon, Economic Officer, HCMC
Mr. Ryan Hollowell, Commercial Officer, HCMC

WORKSHOP AGENDA:

1:45 – 3:45pm	Workshop: AmCham Vietnam – U.S. Mission Vietnam Coordination to Strengthen Trade and Investment Relations in the Coming Year
1:45-2:00pm	Coffee and Tea
2:00-2:05pm	Opening remarks: Amanda Rasmussen, National Chair, AmCham Vietnam
2:05-2:10pm	Remarks: Natasha Ansell, Chair, AmCham Hanoi
2:10-2:20pm	Remarks: Ambassador Daniel Kritenbrink
2:20-2:25pm	Remarks: HCMC Consul General Marie Damour
2:25-3:10pm	Breakout sessions (with one USG and one AmCham co-lead)
	A) Preparing for senior Vietnamese government official’s visit to the U.S. – Identify commercial deals or opportunities to highlight – Identify trade or investment barriers to fix now
	B) Longer-term collaboration between AmCham and the USG/U.S. Mission to reduce the trade deficit and ensure a level playing field for U.S. investors – Identify sectoral opportunities and possible joint action
	C) Celebrating the 25th anniversaries – Highlighting our achievements and charting our respective visions for the next 25 years – Identifying opportunities for US Mission/AmCham collaboration
3:10-3:30pm	Readout from Breakout sessions
3:30-3:45pm	Wrap up and Next Steps – Amanda Rasmussen and Ambassador Kritenbrink
3:45 – 4:00pm	Workshop ends.

Cost & Registration

Member packages: vnd 6,100,000
– Inclusive of all open events noted (excluding National Board Meeting)

“a la carte” options for the following;
– Friday, Welcome Cocktail & Reception: vnd 1,200,000/Member | vnd 1,500,000/Non-member
– Saturday, Lunch & Craft Beer Tasting followed by Workshop with U.S. Mission: vnd 2,200,000/Member (for AmCham Members only)
– Saturday, U.S. Chef Dinner – “Taste of America”: vnd 2,900,000 | vnd 3,200,000/Non-member

Optional Tour
– Tour of the U.S. Consulate General grounds: No Cost. Advanced Registration required by 2:00pm on September 4, 2019.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Gold Sponsor – vnd 35,000,000

A full package for two persons to participate in all events on Fri & Sat, and Workshop on Sat (except Optional Tour)
Acknowledgement as Gold Sponsor in event description on AmCham website
Acknowledgement as Gold Sponsor in Social Media including Facebook, Twitter
Recognition as Gold Sponsor in the all Welcome Speeches of event
Company logo on “Thank You Our Event Sponsors” on AmCham Website in three months
Company logo in backdrop at Workshop

Silver Sponsor – vnd 22,000,000

A full package for one person to participate in all events on Fri & Sat, and Workshop on Sat (except Optional Tour)
Acknowledgement as Silver Sponsor in event description on AmCham website
Acknowledgement as Silver Sponsor in Social Media including Facebook, Twitter
Recognition as Silver Sponsor in the all Welcome Speeches of event
Company logo on “Thank You Our Event Sponsors” on AmCham Website in two months
Company logo in backdrop at Workshop

Bronze Sponsor – vnd 10,000,000

Acknowledgement as Bronze Sponsor in event description on AmCham website
Acknowledgement as Bronze Sponsor in Social Media including Facebook, Twitter
Recognition as Bronze Sponsor in the all Welcome Speeches of event
Company logo on “Thank You Our Event Sponsors” on AmCham Website in one month
Company logo in backdrop at Workshop

For more information, please contact Cindy Tran or Lily Nguyen at Tel: 3824 3562 or [email protected]

Accommodation

Optional Tour

Tour to the U.S. Consulate General grounds:

10:30am	Gather in the Lobby of InterContinental Saigon
10:40am	Walk to the U.S. Consulate General grounds Your passport is required for security check.
10:45am	Welcome and Tour given by Mr. Tim Liston, Deputy Principal Officer, U.S. Consulate General
11:30am	Tour ends.

FREE REGISTRATION

Advanced Registration required by 2:00pm on September 4, 2019.