French American Chamber of Commerce of Washington DC

FACC Distinguished Speaker Series
with H.E. Vale de Almeida, European Union Ambassador to the U.S. 

March 15th at The Fairfax Hotel

Close to 100 members of the Washington, DC Chapter of the French-American Chamber of Commerce, the British-American Business Association, the German-American Business Council, the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce and students of Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies gathered at The Fairfax to listen to Ambassador Vale de Almeida speak about measures the European Union is taking to restore confidence and create conditions for sustainable growth. H.E. Almeida presented convincing evidence of cooperation and unity across the EU and between the EU and US to deal with shared economic problems. The Ambassador also responded to a diverse set of questions from the audience, providing practical insight into Europe's approach to its problems and opportunities.

Washington Wizards vs. Orlando Magic
February 29 at Verizon Center

Over 100 basketball fans from the FACC, the Alliance Francaise, the Lycée Rochambeau, UFE and Wharton Club DC gathered at Verizon Center to cheer on Kevin Seraphin of the Wizards.  Monumental Sports and Entertainment deemed the evening as French Heritage Night with a fun quiz and other 'clin d'oeil.'  Guests met with Kevin Seraphin for an autograph-signing session following the game.  Consul General Olivier Serot-Almeras attended the match and participated in the meet-and-greet with Kevin Seraphin. 

Click here to see pictures from the game by Alan Schlaifer, Elite Images. 

See below to find descriptions and pictures from past FACC events:

2009 EVENTS

2010 EVENTS

2011 EVENTS