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Annual Gala & Awards Ceremony
The Arab American Business Council of Washington DC area held its Annual Gala & Awards Ceremony on October 19th at the Hilton Washington Dulles Airport. The event attracted over 120 business men and women in addition to politicians and dignitaries. Program started with a welcome statement by board member, Ilham El Adlani followed by an introduction speech by AABC President, Mr. Marwan Ahmad and a video showcasing the organization’s work. During dinner Ms. El Adlani introduced few guests to give short introductions including Virginia...
read moreMayor David Meyer Joins AABC Ramadan Iftar
Hosted at L’Village Restaurant SPONSORED BY HELPING HAND Last Ramadan AABC organized it’s annual Iftar at L’Village Restaurant in Vienna with over 50 members and guests. Mayor of Fairfax Mr. David L. Meyer and other dignitaries who went to a trip to the refugee camps in Lebanon with Helping Hand for Relief and Development shared his experience with the attendees. Imam Yahya Hindi from Georgetown University was also a guest speaker at the event who spoke about the beauty of tolerance and sharing. Marwan Ahmad, AABC president...
read moreMarch Networking: Promoting Success at Simply Fresh
Hayat Washington – McLean VA The Arab American Business Council (AABC) held its regular monthly networking dinner last month at Simply Fresh Restaurant in McLean. Members and guests gathered to meet each other and learn about their perspective businesses in the area. They all enjoyed the dinner served by Simply Fresh that is owned and operated by Rana Sersy. Marwan Ahmad, President of AABC encouraged everyone to connect and learn about each other’s business to strengthen and empower Arab American...
read moreJoint Networking with Falls Church Chamber of Commerce
Our October networking meeting will be held jointly with the Falls Church Chamber of Commerce. This will be an opportunity to meet new people and build relations with fellow businesses in Falls Church area.
read moreAABC-DC hosts USQBC at its monthly networking dinner
Nov. 17th – The Arab American Business Council of Washington DC (AABC-DC) region held its monthly networking dinner at Neyla Mediterranean Bistro in Reston Town Center in Virginia this month. The meeting was well attended by thirty plus members and guests. Attendees enjoyed a Middle Eastern buffet dinner at Neyla while mingling and networking. Most attendees were business professionals in addition to individuals and non-profits representatives among the audience. The meeting was opened by Marwan Ahmad, President of the Arab American Business...
read moreAABC-DC Presents Certificates of Appreciations to local businesses
AABC Executive Committee members visited Raouche Cafe to present owner Mr. Hussain Asad with a Certificate of Appreciation for supporting AABC’s work. AABC President Marwan Ahmad and Vice President Ashraf Nassar also visited Neyla Mediterranean restaurant and presented the manager with a Certificate of Appreciation for their commitment and support to AABC.
read moreEnd of Summer Networking Dinner
The end of summer networking will take place at Haifa Grill, Falls Church newest Middle Eastern restaurant. Come and meet fellow business owners from diverse business backgrounds. It’s an opportunity to connect, share and chance to get few referrals.
read moreEffective Networking with dinner buffet
In this meeting we will discuss effective networking for your business using different methods and techniques. A presentation will given by Mr. Walter Abbott from SCORE DC office. Every business owner or representative will have a chance to introduce their business to others. This event is sponsored by Helping Hands for Relief and Development
read moreSponsored by Qatar Airways AABC meets to network and finds common grounds
The Arab American Business Council of Greater Washington Area held its monthly networking meeting on February 2nd in Tysons Corner area. The meeting that was sponsored by Qatar Airways and took place at Westin hotel with over 20 attendees representing wide range of local businesses. The meeting goal was to introduce and network between Arab American owned business in the Washington region. Guests from Asian American Chamber of Commerce presented by its President Cindy Shao joined the meeting. Also Saba Shami the President of New Dominion Pack...
read more2016 Kick off
2015 was full of opportunities for many DMV businesses. We were able to connect with you and many others in the region. We will kick off our work in 2016 with a new networking meeting to bring Arab-American businesses together to promote them and introduce others who want to join the entrepreneurs circle. You are invited to join our upcoming Arab American Business Council networking meeting. Our group reaches over 300 Arab American businesses in the DMV area. This will be a good chance to meet fellow Arab American business owners in our...
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Annual Ramadan Iftar
May 23rd, 2019The Arab American Business Council held its Annual Ramadan Iftar with members and guests of the Arab American Business Council. They enjoyed delicious food, beverages and sweets at Baladna restaurant in Fairfax.We were joined by Virginia State Delegate and member of AABC, Ibraheem Samirah, who presented on healthcare and expanding business opportunities for business owners and our efforts to have State of Virginia recognize Arab American businesses and their contributions to the local economy.
read moreHoliday Celebration & Networking
Photos from our Holiday Celebration and Networking that took place at Sapphire Tysons restaurant.
read morePre Thanksgiving Networking at Granada
The pre Thanksgiving Networking took place at Granada restaurant in Heredon...
read moreSultan Qaboos Cultural Center Networking
On September 27th Sultan Qaboos Cultural Center (SQCC) hosted AABC September Networking event. The program included an introduction of AABC and its benefits to members and the business community by Marwan Ahmad, AABC President. It was followed by presentation by Kathleen Ridolfo, Executive Director of SQCC who gave an overview of the center’s programs and sections. Another presentation was offered by Haura Al Wahaibi, Commercial Attaché, Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman who spoke about doing business in Oman and the various...
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Success at: Kick off 2018 with New Connections
The Arab American Business Council (AABC) held its first event of 2018 with a “Kick off 2018 with new connections” event on the 18th of January. Over twenty business owners and individuals attended the event at Levant Restaurant in Vienna, Virginia. Attendees gathered by the door greeting each other and connecting with one another. Many exchanged business cards and phone numbers while food was being setup at the long buffet style booth. A wide range of Middle Eastern food was served from Taboli, Hummus, Kababs and Grape Leaves....
read moreAABC Holiday Networking Celebration brings closure to 2017
On December 20th, 2017 the Arab American Business Council of Washington DC area concluded it’s 2017 networking events with a Holiday Networking Celebration. The event took place at Levant restaurant and lounge in Vienna area. The networking dinner receptin attracted local businesses who came together to celebrate the year end over dinner networking session. Members and guest receives gifts offered by many members of AABC. Also new members to AABC were announced during the gathering. After dinner AABC President, Marwan Ahmad, welcomed...
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