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As the month of May marks the completion of another successful and insightful OTC Week of programming, we are proud to dedicate this issue to all Bilateral Chamber partners, sponsors and volunteers whose outstanding commitment and support made our 18th annual OTC Week possible. We offer our sincere thanks as we salute the corporate sponsors, entities and individuals behind the success of this year’s OTC programming week.
The Bilateral Chamber is honored to recognize and highlight the instrumental role the following corporate sponsors played in delivering our OTC Week programs:
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| Additionally, we take a ‘hat off’ to the many partners and supporters of the Bilateral Chamber for their cooperation and valued fellowship, including the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, CLDP, Ghana International Chamber of Commerce, and the Houston Junior Chamber of Commerce. |
Last but not least, we salute our intrepid Bilateral Brigade, dedicated staff, young professionals, and student volunteers who generously gave their time and energy to bring about one of the most successful, far-reaching, and effective OTC Weeks to-date.
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Monday
May 4, 2015
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| 18th Annual Insight to MENA at OTC Welcome Reception
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| Our flagship business networking event attracted over 1,000 industry professionals, business owners and thought leaders from across the U.S., MENA, sub-Saharan Africa and the rest of the globe who gathered under one roof to pay tribute to the energy industry, its milestones and advancements, and to each other. That same evening, within the realm of visionary leadership in business, we honored Chevron Corporation for its commitment to advancing social investment, economic development and education across local communities and the entire energy value chain. Additionally, with the support of our valued partners from the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Commerce, including T.H. Ambassador Joseph W. Westphal, U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, T.H. Ambassador Douglas A. Silliman, U.S. Ambassador to Kuwait, and Deputy Assistant Secretary Chandra Brown, we also recognized the merits of business diplomacy, cooperation, dialogue and business exchange and the critical role they play in safeguarding the vitality and relevance of the industry. |
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Tuesday
May 5, 2015
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| Ambassador Insight Series: Kuwait |
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In addition to providing first-hand insight into recent commercial and FDI reforms in Kuwait, The Honorable Douglas A. Silliman, U.S. Ambassador to Kuwait, offered an overview of key business and investment opportunities across a wide variety of industry sectors.
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| Africa Insight Series: Ghana |
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| As part of our recently launched Africa Insight Series, Ghana’s Minister of Petroleum, The Honorable Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, offered a keynote address in which he emphasized his country’s economic stability, resources portfolio and ample investment potential while reiterating his Ministry’s commitment to securing long-lasting partnerships with U.S. Companies. |
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Wednesday
May 6, 2015
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Leadership Insight Series: Iraq
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| In a remarkable show of unity and commitment to progress, our Iraq-focused program featured perspectives from key Iraqi leadership; Mr. Dhiyaa Jaafer Hjam, Deputy Minister of Refining, H.E. Dr. Majid Al Nasrawi, Governor of Basra Province, Dr. Sami Al Araji, Chairman, Iraq National Investment Commission, and Captain Omran Radhi Thani, Director General of Public Ports for Basra, who convened in a forum dedicated to Iraq’s economic potential, infrastructure development plans and roadmap for the future. |
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Thursday
May 7, 2015
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Education Insight Series: May Education Roundtable
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Our education roundtable, delivered in partnership with AutoArch Architects and Houston Community College, featured Houston Community College Vice Chancellor Dr. Edmund "Butch" Herod who examined key technological trends and their impact on education, capacity-building and workforce development. We would like to recognize and thank the following sponsors:
AutoArch Architects
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ASA Dally
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Clark Construction
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DeBakey Financial Resources
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Houston Community College
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Houston Independent School District
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Infrastructure Associates
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Morris Architects
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Steelcase Education
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World Chamber of Commerce Texas
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