Mission CONNECT TRADE PROGRESS Facilitate the economic development

Mission CONNECT. TRADE. PROGRESS. Facilitate the economic development and cultural exchange of Southeast Europe through promoting meaningful relationships and charitable endeavors between the region and the United States. www. amsecc. org info@amsecc. org Connect. Trade. Progress.

Vision 1. Gather, facilitate, connect and build a network of members and businesses in the United States and Southeast Europe. 2. Through networking, promote and develop projects in the region. 3. Encourage foreign direct investment (FDI) and export- import relationships. www. amsecc. org info@amsecc. org Connect. Trade. Progress.

Goals 1. Establish a pool of expertise from specific countries and growing industries in the region. 2. Add value for our members by providing network opportunities. 3. Raise awareness of investment prospects in the region by facilitating a dialogue between members. 4. Establish a foundation with a combination of membership dues, fee-specific projects, grants, and donations. www. amsecc. org info@amsecc. org Connect. Trade. Progress.

Results Promoted cultural enrichment through theater and music events Promoted renewable energy investment in Southeast Europe Secured international press coverage of our events Gathered over five hundred people and facilitated networking and exchanges www. amsecc. org info@amsecc. org Partnered with prominent Chicago organizations to promote and educate about Southeast Europe Launched lecture series in partnership with Consulate Offices to promote investments in the region Organized monthly events since inauguration in January Highlighted entrepreneurial successes in the region and locally Connect. Trade. Progress.

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