Eastern Province: Join the AmCham Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province Chapter, along with representatives from U.S. Consulate Dhahran, for a site visit to SPARK (King Salman Energy Park) on Monday, March 4th, 2024. Guests are invited for a welcome reception, followed by an introduction to the SPARK development and an opportunity for Q&A about all SPARK has to offer your business and your partners in the region. Guests will then be treated to a complimentary lunch, followed by a tour of the U.S. businesses already operational at SPARK, including NOVEL, SLB, and Google Cloud.

Riyadh: AmCham Saudi Arabia's Technology Committee will host a networking reception at the U.S. Embassy, Riyadh, on the occasion of LEAP24, on March 5th, from 7:00 to 10:00 PM at the U.S. Embassy Riyadh in the Diplomatic Quarter.

On the occasion of LEAP24, this event is a chance to gather companies from different industries, share ideas, connect with sector leaders, and learn more about the upcoming programs and initiatives in the technology sector.

Riyadh: Unlocking Sustainable Success: Join industry leaders and thought-provoking experts in the field of ESG reporting as they gather for a dynamic day of collaborative round table discussions on Thursday March 7th, at the Marriott Hotel, Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh.

Dive deep into the world of Environmental, Social, and Governance reporting, exploring best practices, innovative strategies, and actionable insights that drive organizations towards a more sustainable and socially responsible future.

The event will feature five roundtable discussions. Each table will be moderated to facilitate discussions amongst AmCham members, those who are new to ESG and want to learn about the topic, ESG leaders and industry experts.

Join us as we connect and share ideas, igniting the spark for transformative change and setting the stage for a brighter, more responsible tomorrow.

Riyadh: We cordially invite you to join our Riyadh Chapter for an exclusive Iftar dinner to celebrate the blessings of Ramadan with our members, their guests and families on March 12th at Fairmont Hotel in Riyadh.

This event presents a wonderful opportunity to foster connections and engage in meaningful  conversations in the spirit of holy month of Ramadan.

We look forward to hosting you soon and strengthening our business relationship in a relaxed and welcoming setting!

Eastern Province: In honor of International Women’s Day in the month of March, join the American Chamber of Commerce Saudi Arabia’s Women in Business Committee in the Eastern Province for Ghabga on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 9 o’clock to 11 o’clock at night as we host the next installment of the WIB Diwaniya series.

As explained by Arab News, “Ghabga gatherings take place at night during Ramadan, usually after Tarawih prayers or before sahoor. Ghabga is a long-standing Kuwaiti ritual that later spread to other Gulf nations.” This event, after iftar and before sahoor, presents a unique opportunity for people to gather to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan and the heritage of the Kingdom by dining on traditional food and drink and wearing traditional clothes.

Guests will enjoy an intimate evening of dialogue where we will delve deeper into organizational obstacles that modern professional women are facing and discuss best practices to inspire decision makers to take action. This is an opportunity to come together and strategize about what we can do collectively as a community to support and empower the women around us to reach new heights in their careers, create a more meaningful impact, and reshape the definition of more inclusive leadership.

Eastern Province: Join us for the AmCham Saudi Arabia Eastern Province Chapter Iftar on 27 March 2024 from 5:45 PM for a private seating on the Avens Terrace featuring an exquisite Iftar buffet prepared by Chef Christopher blending traditional Ramadan foods and European classics from Avens as well.

Come celebrate the blessings of Ramadan with your fellow AmCham members, business leaders from the region, and our partners from the U.S. Consulate Dhahran and the U.S. Commercial Service. Non-member guests are welcome to register as well.

Jeddah: Join us for the AmCham Saudi Arabia Jeddah Chapter Iftar.

Come celebrate the blessings of Ramadan with other members, their guests and families.

Enjoy an exquisite iftar meal at the elegant Mataam Al Sharq, in the luxurious Waldorf Astoria Hotel.

The master chef will take you on a journey of unique tastes and local Jeddah flavors.

Riyadh: Get ready to tee off at the American Express AmCham 28th Annual Golf Tournament, proudly hosted by the American Express and American Chamber of Commerce Saudi Arabia! Join us May 2nd and 3rd, 2024 at the prestigious Riyadh Golf Club and the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh.

This tournament is a cherished tradition, and we're thrilled to continue the legacy with you. It's not just about showcasing your golf prowess, it's also an opportunity to connect with fellow members of the community. Register as an individual or create your own team.

Here's what you can expect:

Register now and extend the invitation to your friends, golf community and family!

Jeddah: More information to follow.

Riyadh:  More information to follow.

Jeddah: More information to follow.

Dhahran:  More information to follow.

Riyadh: More information to follow.

Jeddah: Technology Committee in collaboration with KAUST will be hosting an event to address Cybersecurity Challenges and Opportunities for Diverse Stakeholders in the Era of Technological Advancement. More information to come 

Riyadh: On February 5th, AmCham Saudi Arabia welcomed international defense sector professionals to the World Defense Show, hosting a kick-off breakfast to underscore the importance of the bilateral relationship between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia in a shared commitment to global security.

Over 200 attendees heard from distinguished public and private sector speakers, including U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Michael Ratney; the U.S. Embassy’s Senior Commercial Counselor, Andrew Billard; DSCA Deputy, Michael F. Miller; Chairman of AmCham Saudi Arabia, Bill Foster; and AmCham Saudi Arabia’s Board Member and Chair of the Defense & Security Committee, Nomaan Syed.

The breakfast was organized by AmCham’s Defense & Security Committee and sponsored by five internationally-recognized defense companies, who presented keynote remarks to the audience. We extend our gratitude to the speakers and our sponsors, including: Gen. John Abizaid , Senior Counselor at Jones Group International, LLC; Paul Damren, General Manager of Leidos; Dave Johnson, Vice President of L3Harris Technologies; Ahmad Halabi, Managing Director MENA of Resecurity, as well as sponsors Shield AI and Zahid Group .

Following the Kick-Off Breakfast distinguished guests joined the delegation for the opening of the North American Pavilion, where U.S. Ambassador Michael Ratney and Canadian Ambassador Jean-Phillipe Linteau officially opened the pavilion to the public.  

As the day drew to a close, AmCham Saudi Arabia convened over 500 attendees from both the public and private defense sector for an evening reception cohosted with the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh.

In a celebration of the bilateral relationship between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia, the evening reception offered keynote remarks recapping the day’s events from Ambassador Michael Ratney, Senior Defense Official/Defense Attaché Brigadier General Richard Quirk, Senior Commercial Counselor Andrew Billard, and AmCham Saudi Arabia Chairman Bill Foster. The evening also provided an exclusive networking opportunity for the attendees, reaffirming AmCham Saudi Arabia’s commitment to fostering connections in the American business community.

Want to get involved in programming like this? Email: defense@amchamksa.com

Al Khobar:  On February 12th, the AmCham Saudi Arabia Energy Committee hosted a business reception welcoming the U.S. delegation for the 2024 International Petroleum Technology Conference sponsored by Saudi Aramco. Members and industry leaders gathered for a networking event held in the U.S. Consulate Dhahran’s Palm Oasis. 

The Energy Committee Chairman Ebubekir Koyuncu, CEO of Air Products Qudra, remarked on the committee’s focus on the energy transition, while also maintaining a steadfast commitment to supporting the business endeavors of U.S. companies in the traditional oil and gas sector as well. 

The Energy Committee was honored to host special guests Alison Dilworth, Deputy Chief of Mission for the U.S. Embassy Riyadh, as well as U.S. Consul General Dhahran James Sindle, and esteemed IPTC Executive Committee member Abdulaziz Al-Othman, Founding Member and Managing Director of GOTech. 

Want to get involved in programming like this? Email: ep@amchamksa.com

Riyadh: On February 13th, the AmCham Saudi Arabia Defense and Security Committee hosted a round-table discussion on Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Space Economy with Travis Blake, PhD from NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

The roundtable was moderated by Nomaan Syed, BOD and Chair of the Defense and Security Committee, followed by a Q&A session with industry participants from Boeing, Lockheed Martin, RTX, Leidos, Jones Group International, LLC, International Preparedness Associates Inc., Orbit Fab and U.S. Embassy Saudi Arabia .

The discussion around LEO space economy revolved around the potential for commercial activities and economic opportunities and challenges in this region of space.

Want to get involved in programming like this? Email: defense@amchamksa.com

Dhahran: On February 20th, prominent members of the AmCham Saudi Arabia's Energy Committee, including Chairman Ebubekir Koyuncu, CEO of Air Products Qudra - APQ, met with the leaders of the AmCham Saudi Arabia's ESG Committee, Dareen Ayyad of UL Solutions and Dr. Ahmad Yousef Kutbi of SAWACO - Water Desalination, for a private dinner hosted by U.S. Consul General Dhahran James Sindle at his residence.

This event brought together key stakeholders from U.S. companies ExxonMobil, GE, and Fluor Corporation, along with representatives from the U.S. Commercial Service, to explore synergies between the two sectors and how to support U.S. businesses operating in these spheres in the region, and in the Kingdom at large.

Want to get involved in programming like this? Email: energy@amchamksa.com

Jeddah: On February 1st AmCham Saudi Arabia's Jeddah Chapter enjoyed a captivating site visit at the Al Salem Johnson Controls York Factory in King Abdullah Economic City followed by a luncheon and networking at The Views Hotel with the KAEC management team.

The morning started with insightful presentation by Khaled Almushare, Chief Marketing, Innovation & Information Officer with Al Salem Johnson Controls, and exclusive tour of cutting-edge manufacturing facility. AmCham members enjoyed learning about the inner workings of the esteemed facility and training center. Following the factory exploration, guests indulged in a luncheon with KAEC CEO Cyril Piaia and management team learning about the futuristic landscape of KAEC with its modern architecture and sustainable living.

Want to get involved in programming like this? Email: jeddah@amchamksa.com

Al Khobar: On February 7th, AmCham Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province Chapter hosted a Membership Networking Luncheon. This month's topic was Legal & Tax Considerations of RHQ & Special Economic Zones.

We were pleased to host two industry experts, Dr. Bader Al Busaiyes, Founder & Managing Partner with SB Lawyers and Qamar Zaman, Director (Tax & ZAKAT) with PwC. Members had the opportunity to explore the complexities of these unique ventures for companies doing business in the Kingdom, followed by networking with fellow business executives in the Eastern Province.

Want to get involved in programming like this? Email: ep@amchamksa.com

Riyadh:  The American Chamber of Commerce Saudi Arabia with association with The British Golf Society hosted the 7th Annual Ryder Cup-style tournament on February 16th, 2024, at the prestigious Dirab Golf & Country Club followed by the reception at the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh.

The event was a resounding success with a great turnout, fantastic opportunity for networking and enjoying a day on the course followed by the evening BBQ style reception where the trophies were presented to the winners by Andrew Billard, U.S. Commercial Counselor and Paul Dart, British Golf Society Captain.

We are pleased to announce that the AmCham Saudi Arabia team won the golf tournament, and we have the honor to be custodians of the perpetual cup until the rematch next year. 

Want to get involved in programming like this? Email: riyadh@amchamksa.com

Jeddah: On February 26th, the AmCham Saudi Arabia Jeddah Chapter held a membership event at the Waldorf Astoria focusing on Filing Taxes for American Expats. Our expert, Mr. Thomas Carden, Director at American International Tax Advisers, guided our guests through the complicated task of filing taxes while living overseas. The presentation covered all aspects of tax exclusions and credits, current tax penalties, and tax tips. The evening concluded with a very interactive question and answer session, as well as one-on-one consultations with Mr. Carden. 

Want to get involved in programming like this?

Email: jeddah@amchamksa.com

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AmCham Saudi Arabia's Technology Committee is pleased to announce the renewal of its strategic partnership with technology policy thought leaders Access Partnership. This partnership signifies the ongoing commitment of both organizations to propel digital transformation in Saudi Arabia and bolster American-Saudi digital trade. 

AmCham Saudi Arabia’s Healthcare Committee is thrilled to announce our new partnership with N Gage Consulting as the Knowledge Partner. This collaboration will allow us to combine our strengths and expertise to better serve the healthcare community in the Kingdom. 

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