Islam and the West: A Personal Journey
May 18, 2012 6:00 PM
Join AZCIV as Imran Ahmad, author of the highly acclaimed narrative non-fiction book “Unimagined” now being published in the U.S. as “The Perfect Gentleman – a Muslim Boy Meets the West”, presents his perspective of the relationship between Islam and the West. Autographed books will be available for sale.
Chaparral Suites Resort
East Ballroom
5001 N, Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, Arizona 85250
Light Refreshments and Cash Bar
$20 Members, $25 Non-member
AZIGG: Arizona’s International Nonprofits – Having More Impact from the Desert.
April 2, 2012 7:30am-9:00am
Who should attend: Nonprofit leaders looking for tips to grow globally.
Our speakers provide tips and real world examples of Arizona organizations succeeding in their global growth initiatives.
This month we are honored to have Maryanne Weiss, nonprofit growth expert, plus leaders of 4 Arizona-based nonprofits who are succeeding in raising money, adding volunteers and having impact. We will be discussing state-of-the-art ideas for moving nonprofit activities forward.
Other speakers include:
J.P. Dahdah – Founder & Executive Director, Advance Guatamala
Tom Egan – President/CEO, Esperanca
Tony Mollica – Executive Director, Project Foundation
Sue Reiner – CEO, AZCIV
Located at SkySong, 1475 N Scottsdale Rd (Global Room, 2nd Floor)
$20 in advance, $25 at the door.
RSVP to Yvonne Luker at 480-595-5000 or yvonne@growthnation.com
Coffee and donuts will be provided.
NCIV Conference in Washington DC with special guest John McCain
Was February 14-18, 2012
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Remarks from Senator John McCain
Growth Nation Event “Grow Globally from Arizona”
Was February 7, 2012 – 7:30am to 10:00am
Co-sponsored by AZCIV, this event will feature forums on “Export Initiatives” and “Funding International Growth”, and a presentation from the Croatian Consul General Ilija Želalić on “Opportunities for AZ businesses in Croatia.” Free coffee, pastries and juice will be available. Located at SkySong, 1475 N Scottsdale Rd.
Click here for more info and to register: http://arizona-croatia.eventbrite.com/
This is a free event, but space is limited.
AZIGG: Arizona Canada Business Opportunities
Was February 6, 2012 – 7:30am to 9:00am
Business leaders and internationalists are welcome to the AZIGG Arizona/Canada Business Opportunities breakfast, featuring the new Canadian Consul and Senior Trade Commissioner Brad Niblock, and the Director of KeatsConnelly Sally Taylor. Participants will discuss the valuable relationship Arizona and Canada have with each other and ways to expand this relationship. Located at SkySong, 1475 N Scottsdale Rd.
Click here for more information and to register: http://arizona-canada.eventbrite.com/
Cost is $20 in advance, $25 at the door and free for AZCIV members.
The Great Canadian Picnic
Was February 4, 2012 – 10:00am to 3:00pm
Come visit the AZCIV tent at the 2012 Great Canadian Picnic! Featuring hockey, curling, calf roping and other exciting activities. Watch live entertainment while eating food catered by the Armadillo Grille, but feel free to bring your own picnic basket! Located at South Mountain Park Preserve.
Click here for more info: http://www.canadianpicnic.com
This is a free event.
Dr. Michael Crow: “The Global Knowledge Network”
Was January 24, 2012 – 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Join Arizona CIV in collaboration with the Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations (PCFR) in welcoming Dr. Michael Crow, President of Arizona State University, as he speaks about “The Global Knowledge Network”.
World Trade Forum IV
Was January 18, 2012 – 8:00am to 10:00am
Arizona CIV has teamed with Snell & Wilmer to present the annual World Trade Forum. The 4th annual World Trade Forum will feature short presentations by speakers representing different levels of government and focus on a review of 2011, a forecast for 2012, and government stimulation of trade in Arizona. Possible speakers include Don Cardon, Director of the AZ Commerce Authority, the Director of Development for the City of Phoenix, and a representative from the US Department of Commerce. There will also be a discussion on stimulating international trade and Q/A opportunities. Attendance last year was over 200 people – and so sign-up soon. Join Snell & Wilmer, Arizona CIV, AZIGG and other organizations for this free event.
Contact: rsvp@swlaw.com
A Celebration of Citizen Diplomacy:
Arizona on the Global Stage
Was November 10, 2011 – 5:30-9:00 pm
Welcome to the signature event for AZCIV. This free-for-members and special guests at The MIM in Phoenix featured local business, non-profit and government leaders plus dignitaries from the National Council for International Visitors (NCIV) and the U.S. Department of State. Our keynote speaker was U.S. Congressman Ben Quayle, who highlighted and celebrated Arizona’s progress and opportunities with citizen diplomacy. This celebration of Citizen Diplomacy was made possible through a seed grant from the U.S. Department of State. Watch for a recap of the event on our site.
Get more information by downloading the flyer.
Members attended free of charge. For more information about the event and membership, contact Sue Reiner of Arizona CIV at sue@azciv.org.
Not a member? Click here!
Thank to everyone who attended! That was fun!
Fifth Annual CHINA Town Hall
Was November 16, 2011 – 5:00-8:00 pm
Featured a live webcast from Washington with Dr. Zbigniew Brzezinski, former National Security Advisor to President Jimmy Carter, followed by a local presentation on China by Michael T. McCune, Market Strategist at Iconoculture. The event was held at the Scottsdale Community College in the Peridot Room located in the Student Center. See you next year!
Get more information by downloading the flyer.
Free event, no RSVP required.
