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AACC Banquet addresses Michigan’s Economic Future
The American Arab Chamber of
Commerce’s 16th Annual Building Economic
Bridges Banquet was a success thanks to our members,
sponsors, and the more than 800 people in
attendance. A highlight of the evening was the
keynote address, given by Senior Vice President of
DTE Energy Ron May, who spoke about alternative
energy and its role in Michigan’s economic future.
Mr. May emphasized that investing in alternative
energy would help to diversify energy resources,
provide cleaner energy, and create jobs in the state
of Michigan.
Attendees were able to network,
and make important business connections with some of
the area’s most prominent businesspeople. Taking
into account the difficult economic situation, Mr.
May remarked in his speech that the audience was the
largest he had seen at any banquet all year. “The
level of attendance tonight is a testament to the
importance of the Chamber’s work,” says AACC
Chairman Jim Allen. “The business community is
facing many economic challenges, and the Chamber
stands committed to creating more diverse
opportunities to helping businesses succeed.”
AACC Executive Director Fay
Beydoun added that, “As an advocate of small
businesses, AACC urges many of our local banks to
take a hard look at their credit practices and to
work in partnership with our small business
community.” Furthermore, “with over $100 billion of
bilateral trade taking place annually, between the
U.S. and the Middle East, such investments provide
considerable opportunities to build economic
relationships that are necessary to propel economic
development. At the Chamber, we understand the
importance of collaboration in helping to build
these economic bridges” stated Ms. Beydoun.
“This event was a great
opportunity for the regional business community and
beyond,” says Chairman Allen. “The Chamber is the
bridge that links so many parts of the business
world together, which is especially vital in these
times.”
Once again, we would like to
thank our sponsors, speakers, awardees, and
attendees for a great evening. For more information
about the Chamber please call (313) 945-1700.
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