Upcoming Events & Meetings for www.amchamvn.com

Members Lunch: Consumer Trends in Vietnam

2008-10-15 11:30:00

When: Wed, October 15th, 2008
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Since 1998, TNS Vietnam has been tracking the lifestyle trends of Vietnam. The 2008 TNS VietCycle, Vietnam’s Lifestyle Monitor, will cover the latest hot topics in Vietnam such as consumer reaction towards inflation and its impact on shopping and spending, daily activities and how these are changing with Vietnam’s ever increasing internet penetration, the impact and usage of the stock market and financial institutions, and how Vietnam’s recent economic turmoil has influenced consumers' outlook and behavior.

Members Lunch: Idaho Governor "Butch" Otter and Trade Mission

2008-10-16 12:00:00

When: Thu, October 16th, 2008
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Meet Governor of Idaho and members of his Trade and Investment Mission. Gov "Butch" Otter was the CEO of Simplot International, Simplot is one of the world's largest frozen-potato processors. Worldwide the company currently produces 3 billion pounds of French fries and other potato products a year.

Direct Selling Committee

2008-10-16 15:00:00

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Regular monthly meeting

Roundtable on VN-US Bilateral Investment Treaty with U.S. Chamber

2008-10-17 08:30:00

When: Fri, October 17th, 2008
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U.S. Chamber of Commerce Senior Director for ASEAN Murray Hiebert will meet with AmCham company representatives to discuss the Vietnam-U.S. Bilateral Investment Treaty, of special interest to U.S. firms in financial services, distribution, natural resources, visual products, and real estate. Please click the link to register online.

Monday Night Football

2008-10-20 19:00:00

When: Mon, October 20th, 2008
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Watch the American Football Game of the Week

AmCham Palooza Party, Oct 24, 2008

2008-10-24 19:00:00

When: Fri, October 24th, 2008
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Come to meet others in HCM City with free food and drink specials.

Consular Club of HCM City Charity Bazaar

2008-11-15 11:00:00

When: Sat, November 15th, 2008
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The Consular Club of Ho Chi Minh City, a non-profit organization of volunteers representing all Consular missions in HCMC, requests support for its annual Charity Bazaar, to be held on Saturday, 15 November 2008, at the Legend Hotel Saigon. Funds raised will support projects to help those disadvantaged in and around HCMC and southern Viet Nam. All money raised goes directly to those in need.

Members Lunch: VN-U.S. Educational Exchange and Vietnam's Development

2008-11-19 12:00:00

When: Wed, November 19th, 2008
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Dr. Mark A. Ashwill, country director of the Institute of International Education-Vietnam, will discuss recent trends as Vietnam ascends to the top 10 countries sending students to the U.S., and what this means for Vietnam's development, including the job market. He will also talk about ways in which companies can raise their profile through corporate sponsorship and in-country scholarship programs.

AmCham Palooza Party, Nov 20, 2008

2008-11-20 18:00:00

When: Thu, November 20th, 2008
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Come to meet others in HCM City with free food and drink specials.

Members Night and Meet the Candidates 2008

2008-11-26 18:30:00

When: Wed, November 26th, 2008
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Come meet the Candidates for the 2009-2010 Board of Governors and mingle with AMCHAM members for a networking cocktail. Space is limited, so early advance registration is recommended.

Thanksgiving Day (U.S. Holiday) 2008

2008-11-27 06:00:00

When: Thu, November 27th, 2008
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Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. U.S. Government offices closed. AmCham HCM City Office closed. Click the link to learn more about this holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays.

8th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot (Friendly Golf) - 2008

2008-11-28 06:00:00

When: Fri, November 28th, 2008
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Registration for this fun golf outing, held annually since 2001 to celebrate Thanksgiving, first organized by then AmCham Chairman, Ron Kiel. Enjoy 18 holes of golf, followed by comraderie at the Song Be Golf Resort Clubhouse.

13th Annual Governors Ball - 2008

2008-12-06 19:00:00

When: Sat, December 6th, 2008
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The AmCham Board of Governors cordially invite you to the 13th Annual AmCham Governors' Ball, to be held on Saturday, December 6, 2008. Tickets are limited, so please make your reservation request early to avoid disappointment.

15th Annual General Meeting 2008 and Members Night

2008-12-10 18:00:00

When: Wed, December 10th, 2008
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Annual General Meeting report of the Chapter's Board of Governors and the previous year's accounts, as well as the election of members to the Chapter's Board of Governors. Cocktail reception will follow after the meeting. Members and spouses are welcome and encouraged to attend !

8th Annual AmCham Scholarship Award Ceremony

2008-12-13 09:00:00

When: Sat, December 13th, 2008
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Caravelle Festive Season Package, 19 Dec - 11 Jan 2009

2008-12-19 14:00:00

When: Fri, December 19th, 2008
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To celebrate Vietnam's most festive holidays, the Caravelle Hotel offers a specially priced Festive Season Package that'll help revellers get the most out of their holidays. Only US$ 499 for a deluxe single or double for a two-night stay. Better yet, the Festive Season Package includes a food & beverage credit of US$ 120, as well as complimentary buffet breakfast for two. Before, during and beyond Tet, the Caravelle will make its Festive Season Package available again to holiday travellers. And for guests that plan to stay beyond two nights, best available rates will prevail.

Christmas 2008 (U.S. Holiday)

2008-12-25 08:00:00

When: Thu, December 25th, 2008
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U.S. Government offices closed. Click the link to learn more about this holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays.

New Year's Day 2009 (U.S. and VN Holiday)

2009-01-01 08:00:00

When: Thu, January 1st, 2009
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U.S. Government offices closed. Click the link to learn more about this holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (U.S. Holiday) 2009

2009-01-19 08:00:00

When: Mon, January 19th, 2009
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is celebrated every year on the third Monday in January. U.S. Government offices closed. Click on the link for more information about this holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays.

TET Lunar New Year 2009 (VN Holiday) - Year of the Water Buffalo - Jan 25-29

2009-01-25 08:00:00

When: Sun, January 25th, 2009
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VN Holiday. Click here for a list of Vietnamese and U.S. holidays. Click on the link to learn more about this holiday and TET customs in Vietnam, the Lunar Year calendar. Traditionally there are four main holidays: TET Eve (Feb 6), and The First (1/1 - Feb 7), Second (1/2 - Feb 8), and Third (1/3 - Feb 9)Days of TET Nguyen Dan.