September 8-9, 2010
Tbilisi, Marriott - Tbilisi, Georgia
In cooperation with the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi, Georgia

On September 8-9, 2010, the U.S. Department of Commerce will host a Business Summit at the Tbilisi Marriott Hotel to promote new trade and investment relationships between U.S. and Georgian companies.

Participants in the Summit can expect:

· A conference on September 8 will provide the latest information on the most prospective business opportunities in Georgia, on best practices from U.S. companies that have successfully done business in Georgia, and on the experiences of Georgian companies that are involved in profitable U.S. business partnerships. Panel discussions will focus on energy, infrastructure, financial resources, and best prospects for cooperation, including franchising, tourism, agriculture and health care.

· A half-day of networking on September 9 will provide an opportunity for Summit attendees to have one-on-one meetings with select Summit speakers (see the registration form for details).

· Guidance from the Overseas Private Investment Corporation and the Export-Import Bank of the United States on how to use U.S. government programs to do business with Georgia.

· The U.S. Ambassador to Georgia and the Georgian Ambassador to the United States are both expected to participate.

· Information from representatives of multilateral development banks with major active projects in Georgia, including the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, International Finance Corporation, and Asian Development Bank.

Registration

The registration fee to attend the Business Summit is USD 50 (or GEL 90).  The Amcham in Georgia is conducting registration on behalf of U.S. Department of Commerce.  See the registration for at www.amcham.ge/Summit%20registration%20form%20with%20bios.pdf for more information and details on how to register.

Questions?

Please contact Ellen House at 202-482-0360 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it