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Please find below a list of this year's previous events. |
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June 6th, 11 am |
Grundlovsdag celebrationThis year’s Grundlovsdag celebration at the Danish Home on 1065 Quaker Bridge Road, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, will take place on Sunday June 6, 2010 – parking and admission free. 11 a. m. open-air church service with Pastor Julie Sløk, Den Danske Sømandskirke; 12 noon – 6 p. m. food, beverages, live entertainment. For more information check the Danish Home’s website www.danishhome.org. |
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May 11th, 2010 at 6 pm
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Meet a Danish WinemakerDanish winemaker Morten Hallgreen, educated in France and based in Finger Lakes, USA, will be speaking about his background and presenting his wines. This is a joint event with DJOEF and the Danish Seaman's Church. To participate, please contact the Danish Seaman's Church at mail@dankirkeny.org or by phone, 718-875-0042. The price of participating in the event is $20, to be paid at the event. Deadline for registration is May 10th. Location: The Danish Seamen's Church,
102 Willow Street |
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May 20th, 2010 at 5.30 pm
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Farewell to consul general gettermannPlease join us as we bid farewell to our Consul General for 5 years, Torben Gettermann. Throughout his 5 years in New York Ambassador Gettermann has done a tremendous job serving Danish business life, and we hope you will help us send him off to his next post in Hong Kong with a proper farewell worthy of New York. Pre-registration by email or phone is required. Location: Danish Consulate General, 885 Second Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10017
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January 25th, 2010 at 5-7 pm
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Ny i NYThis event will showcase some of the business organizations and cultural institutions and associations which cater to Danes and Danish-minded people. It will be open to newcomers to the City and suburbs, as well as to those of you who have been here for many years. It is free of charge, so please come along with newly arrived Danes in your company or in your circle of friends. Location: Danish Consulate General, 1 Dag Hammerskjold Plaza |
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January 13th, 2010 at 7 pm |
screening and q&a of the danish movie 'terribly happy'The Danish film candidate for this year's Oscar race, 'Frygtelig Lykkelig / Terrible Happy' will premier in the US in February 2010. Before this, the American distributor will have a screening and followingly a Q&A with director Henrik Ruben Genz and producer Thomas Gammeltoft. Location: Deluxe Screening Room, 435 Hudson Street, 9th floor, New York, NY 10014 |
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January 12th, 2010 at 7 pm |
Copenhagen chamber ensemble concertThe Copenhagen Chamber Ensemble specializes in chamber, traditional, and new music. The group's members come from diverse musical backgrounds and hold numerous solo positions in leading Danish professional orchestras such as The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra. Location: Scandinavia House, 58 Park Avenue (38th street), New York, NY 10016 |
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January 6th, 2010 at 6 pm
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StambordThe first Wednesday of every month we welcome all of our members and all Danes living in or visting New York to come join us for a drink at the Audrey Lounge & Cafe (39th Street btw. Lexington Avenue and Park Avenue.) for some after-work fun networking. There will be Carlsberg, so grab a colleague or friend and come join us. Location: Audrey Lounge & Cafe at W New York -The Tuscany, 120 East 39th Street, New York, NY 10016
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December 16th, 2009 at 6.30 pm |
the european union after the lisbon treatyFrom our friends at the Consulate General of France we have received an invitation to our members. |
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December 2nd, 2009 at 6 pm
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StambordThe first Wednesday of every month we welcome all of our members and all Danes living in or visting New York to come join us for a drink at the Audrey Lounge & Cafe (39th Street btw. Lexington Avenue and Park Avenue.) for some after-work fun networking. There will be Carlsberg, so grab a colleague or friend and come join us. Location: Audrey Lounge & Cafe at W New York -The Tuscany, 120 East 39th Street, New York, NY 10016 |
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November 5th, 2009 at 7 pm Danish American Innovation Award 2009
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Danish American innovation awardThe Danish American Chamber of Commerce of Southern California presents the Danish American Innovation Award 2009. The Danish American Innovation Award honours individuals that apply innovation, bring ideas and/or products to market to address critical issues with a new approach. Location: Mike Sullivan's LAcarGUY, dealership, 2450 Santa Monica Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90404 |
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November 4th, 2009 at 6 pm
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StambordThe first Wednesday of every month we welcome all of our members and all Danes living in or visting New York to come join us for a drink at the Audrey Lounge & Cafe (39th Street btw. Lexington Avenue and Park Avenue.) for some after-work fun networking. There will be Carlsberg, so grab a colleague or friend and come join us. Location: Audrey Lounge & Cafe at W New York -The Tuscany, 120 East 39th Street, New York, NY 10016 |
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October 7th, 2009 at 6 pm
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StambordThe first Wednesday of every month we welcome all of our members and all Danes living in or visting New York to come join us for a drink at the Audrey Lounge & Cafe (39th Street btw. Lexington Avenue and Park Avenue.) for some after-work fun networking. There will be Carlsberg, so grab a colleague or friend and come join us. Location: Audrey Lounge & Cafe at W New York -The Tuscany, 120 East 39th Street, New York, NY 10016 |
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| September 22nd, 2009, 3pm | climate consortium of denmarkHis Royal Highness Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark will address the Chamber. His Royal Highness will talk about his role as Patron for the Danish Climate Consortium. Finn Mortensen, Chief Executive Officer of the Climate Consortium, will also address the Chamber. After the formal program His Royal Highness will be present at a reception to meet with Chamber members. Location: Scandinavia House, 58 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016 |
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| September 19th, 2009 at 10 am | Chocopologie visitChocopologie by Knipschildt Chocolatier is well-renowned café - retail store - chocolate factory located in the charming downtown area of South Norwalk, CT. Knipschildt Chocolatier is widely recognized for handmade artisan chocolates and confections that are based on traditional classic recipes, but with a modern gourmet twist. On September 19th members of the Danish American Chamber of Commerce are invited to visit Chocopologie to see how Knipschildt's delicious chocolates are made and to learn about Knipschildt's story and success. A lovely brunch with chocolate as the theme will also be served. Location: Chocopologie Café, 12 South Main Street, Norwalk, CT 06854 Please note: After the visit at Chocopologie, it is possible to visit the nearby Maritime Center at a reduced admission fee. |
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| September 9th, 2009 at 9am | tennis event Breakfast meeting with the US agents of Danish tennis star Caroline Wozniacki. Ms Wozniacki's US agents, John Tobias and Alexei Nikolaev, will talk about their business in general, about how they discovered her, their marketing strategies for her, and many other aspects of the world of tennis sponsorship. Location: The Royal Danish Consulate General, One Dag Hammerskjold Plaza, 885 second ave., 18th floor, New York, NY 10017 |
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| August 17th, 2009 at 6pm | UNREPORTED INCOME SEMINAR DACC member Angus McDowell will shed some light on the updated rules regarding declaration of foreign bank accounts and unreported income. Location: The Royal Danish Consulate General, One Dag Hammerskjold Plaza, 885 second ave., 18th floor, New York, NY 10017 |
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| June 18 th, 2009 at noon | Business luncheon at the New York Athletic ClubDaniel Karpantschof, board member of the Danish Institute for Futures Studies, will give a presentation of four scenarios for how the world will develop in the aftermath of the current financial crisis. Location: 180 Central Park South, New York, NY 10019 |
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June 3rd, 2009 at 6-8pm
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Annual Nordic forum 2009 - Green leadershipThe Danish American Chamber of Commerce and the other Nordic-American Chambers of Commerce and in cooperation with The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) hosted the annual Nordic Forum at Scandinavia House. This year's theme was "Green Leadership" and the event included a panel discussion followed by a reception. Panel Members: Location: Scandinavia House, 58 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10016 |
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March 26th, 2009 at 6-8pm
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Ny i nyFor nye danskere i New York afholdtes der igen det årlige arrangement, hvor de danske organisationer holdt en kort præsentation af deres arbejde og events. De deltagende organisationer var: Danish American Chamber of Commerce (DACC) |
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February 18th, 2009 at 6pm
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Energy excellence |
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December 12th, 2008 at 12-3 pm |
Christmas luncheonOn the 12th day of Christmas, the DACC New York invited our members to the annual DACC Christmas Luncheon. Continuing our proud tradition, this year's Christmas Luncheon took place in the beautiful surroundings of the Harvard Club of New York City. As always, there was a Christmas raffle with wonderful prizes. Over 120 people participated in celebrating the holiday spirit. Main sponsors:
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December 2nd, 2008 at 7pm
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sustaining members' dinnerThe second Sustaining members' dinner of 2008 took place on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008. The guest speaker was Torsten Sløk, Director of Deutche Bank Securities, who presented his view on the financial crisis and the presidential transition. Participation in the Sustaining members' dinners is on a rotational basis. |
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November 7th, 2008 at 5pm
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the presidential election 2008On Friday November 7th, we have the pleasure of inviting our members to a DJOEF New York sponsored post-election event. Come join us for an after-hours drink and debate about the election and its consequences with the renowned political commentator and debater Clement Kjersgaard as initiator and moderator. There is no sign-up fee for this event but first come, first served so please RSPV directly to DJOEF New York by Wednesday November 5th at the latest at pernillewc@hotmail.com. Location: Danish Consulate General, 885 Second Avenue, 18 th Floor, New York, NY, 10017 |
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October 28th, 2008 at 6 - 7.30 pm
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making winnersWith the Olympics being over, it is now time for our own DACC/DJOEF Olympics event. Olympics medal winner Lars H. Nielsen will finish off the month of October as our guest speaker on "Making Winners". Drawing on his experience coaching both top athletes and business people, Lars H. Nielsen will share what the best performing teams do when they perform best. Location: Danish Consulate General, 885 Second Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY, 10017
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October 15th, 2008 at 6pm
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US Immigration Law Many of our members have been through the process of obtaining a visa to the United States, but how much do you know about the rules and policies behind U.S. immigration law? Attend this chamber event and explore such topics as: Careen B. Shannon, who is employed by one of the largest immigration law firms in the United States, will discuss the immigration related consequences of restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, bankruptcy, and layoffs, amongst other topics. Location: Danish Consulate General, 885 Second Avenue, 18th floor, New York, NY 10017
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September 18th, 2008 at 6pm
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Bodum eventSince closing its “landmark” 14 th Street store in the Meatpacking District almost a year ago Bodum USA is today running ecommerce and wholesale operations only. This significant change brings about a whole new set of challenges but also opportunities and requires creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. President of Bodum USA, Thomas Perez, was September's guest speaker and told participants about Bodum’s successful restructuring and new initiatives. |
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June 24th, 2008 at 7pm |
sustaining members' dinnerThe first Sustaining members' dinner of 2008 took place on Tuesday, June 24th, 2008. Guest speaker was Elisabeth Manford from Invest in Denmark, who spoke about how Denmark's image is strengthend through cultural and commercial promotion as well as through inward investment. Participation in the Sustaining members' dinners is on a rotational basis. |
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May 27th, 2008 at 6 to 8pm
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economic forum 2008The Danish American Chamber of Commerce, in association with the other Nordic chambers, hosted the Economic Forum 2008 with keynote speaker US Chief Economist Mr. John Ryding and economists Torsten Sløk and Gauti Eggertsson.
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May 21st, 2008 at 5.30 to 8pm
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Annual meetingThe DACC had it's annual meeting where the slate of candidates of new board members were elected. The new board members are Mikael Hougs, DIBD, Per Haubro Jensen, Knoedler Gallery, Fritz Knipschildt, Knipschildt Cholatier, Henrik Møller Jensen, Westpac, and Jesper Løvendahl, VerticPortals. After the annual meeting and election, Dan Buriak from Pfizer Global Manufacturing gave an inspiring and enlightning presentation on Diversity and Inclusion followed by a Q&A session.
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May 9th, 2008 at 7pm
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Man of the year 2008The Danish American Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with the Danish American Society honored NFL's Morten Andersen as the Man of the Year 2008 at a Gala Dinner Dance at the beautiful Central Park Boathouse on May 9th, 2008.
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April 29th, 2008 at 5 to 8pm
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World-Class Leaders - the will to leadThe Danish American Chamber of Commerce hosted a meeting with Leadership guru Sigfried W. Andersen on April 29th at the Consulate General. Sigfried W. Andersen is known in the international business community for carrying out Leadership training programs for more than 25 years. He has acted as Leadership consultant and educator to numerous Scandinavian, US and Asian companies including A.P. Møller Maersk, H. Lundbeck, Haldor Topsø, SAAB Defence, Singapore Computer Science, and IBM. Furthermore, he is the founder and CEO of the International Consulting and Training Group established in 1986 with more than 10.000 satisfied clients. The IC&TG consists of 8 partners and more than 70 associates including 7 excellent professors from international Business Schools in Australia, the US, Ireland, France and Switzerland.
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February 13th, 2008 at 5pm
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bloomberg visitDACC members were invited to a special visit to the Bloomberg Building on Wednesday, February 13 th. Bloomberg Headquarters L.P. is located in the building, and we were given a guided tour through the “office of the future”. The building stands at 54 stories tall, reaching 806 feet (246 meters). Construction started in 2001 and was completed in 2005. The architects behind Bloomberg Tower are Cesar Pelli and Associates.
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24. januar 2008 kl. 18.00
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Ny i NYFor nye danskere i New York afholdtes det første af to årlige arrangementer hvor de danske organisationer holdt en kort præsentation af deres arbejde og events De deltagende organisationer var: Danish American Chamber of Commerce (DACC) |
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December 14th 2007 at 12pm
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Christmas luncheonThe Danish American Chamber of Commerce Christmas Luncheon took place on December 14th at the Harvard Club of New York City. Main Sponsor 2007: Nordea Bank |
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