AmCham Azerbaijan launched its Sustainab ...
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AmCham Azerbaijan launched its Sustainability Handbook for Businesses
On August 1, 2024, American Chamber of Commerce in Azerbaijan (AmCham Azerbaijan) hosted a groundbreaking event to launch the Sustainability Handbook for Businesses. This event successfully united leaders from various sectors to discuss and promote sustainable practices and innovative solutions to contemporary environmental and economic challenges.
Executive Director of AmCham Azerbaijan, Ms. Gulnara Aslanbayli, delivered the welcome speech, setting a constructive tone for the day's proceedings and emphasizing the importance of the topics discussed. Following her, Mr. Dayanat Sadullayev, the newly appointed President of AmCham Azerbaijan, greeted the audience warmly and outlined the chamber's ongoing initiatives and commitment to fostering a sustainable business environment.
Mr. Bakhtiyar Aslanbayli, Vice President of BP Azerbaijan, extended greetings to the audience on behalf of BP. Taking the opportunity, he congratulated the newly elected board of directors and wished them success in their endeavors. Mr. Aslanbayli underscored the significance of the Sustainability Handbook for Azerbaijan's economy and highlighted the key aspects and primary objectives of the book's creation. Afterwards, Ms. Vladanka Andreeva, UN Resident Coordinator in Azerbaijan, then highlighted the UN's efforts and partnerships aimed at achieving sustainable development goals in the region.
Ms. Rena Tahirova, Chairperson of the AmCham SD&CI Committee, provided an introduction to the committee's work and its role in promoting sustainable development and corporate innovation. She noted that the handbook is a comprehensive guide designed to enhance the private sector's knowledge in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. The AmCham Sustainability Handbook serves as a practical tool, offering detailed approaches and various perspectives on sustainable development that businesses can apply in both daily operations and strategic goal setting.
Following the introductory speeches, Mr. Ilkin Hajiyev, Executive Director at Sustainera Solutions, presented the newly launched Sustainability Handbook. His presentation covered key strategies and practical steps outlined in the handbook, designed to guide businesses in implementing effective sustainable practices. Participants engaged with Mr. Hajiyev through questions and discussions about the handbook's content.
Ms. Rena Mammadova, Board Member of AmCham Azerbaijan, provided remarks on the 15-year journey of the Coastal Cleanup Campaign, emphasizing its impact and achievements. She then introduced Ms. Tukezban Huseynova, Director of EcoHUB NGO, who presented detailed insights into the campaign's strategies, outcomes, and future plans.
Later, Mr. Farrukh Ali, CEO of PASHA Future Lab | PASHA Innovation, announced the upcoming INMERGE Innovation Summit 2024, highlighting the event's focus on driving technological advancements and fostering an innovation ecosystem in Azerbaijan.
The event concluded with a networking lunch, offering attendees the opportunity to further discuss the day's topics, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations.
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Bank, Maliyyə və Siğorta Komitəsinin Fevral Görüşü
On February 6, AmCham hosted BFI Committee`s Meeting.BFI Chairperson, Mrs. Aytan Rustamova, opened the meeting by welcoming members, guest speakers Sanan Hasanov (Demir Bank) and Nazim Mammadov (Alliance Group LLC) as well as informing the committee members on the achievements & challenges of the past year.Within the first part of the meeting Committee Chairperson passed the floor to the guest speaker of the meeting, Mr. Sanan Hasanov, the representative of Demir Bank who delivered a report on “EnergoCredit”, the collaborative project of European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) with Demir Bank. The presentation was followed by Q&A session.Short bio of our guest speaker:Mr. Hasanov holds a master of Finance from Azerbaijan State University of Economy. He is currently working for DemirBank OJSC as Marketing Director. He has more than 10 years experience in banking sector in Azerbaijan. He has managed and implemented many local and international projects.During the second part of the meeting Mr. Nazim Mammadov, representative of Alliance Group LLC has delivered a presentation on “Case studies from Georgia on EnergoCredit project”. The presentation was followed by Q&A session.The Committee meeting finished by networking and one-to-one conversations.Powered by Froala Editor
Bank, Maliyyə və Siğorta Komitəsinin Mart görüşü
On March 16, AmCham hosted BFI Committee Meeting.BFI Chairperson, Mrs. Aytan Rustamova, opened the meeting by welcoming committee members and guest speaker – Mrs. Julie Nutter, Director of the Office of Sanctions Policy and Implementation in the Department of State’s Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs.Within the first part of the meeting, Mrs. Julie Nutter delivered a very informative speech on “US Policy & Sanctions on Russia and Iran” followed by Q&A session.During the second part of the meeting, Mrs. Nutter introduced Mr. W. Stuart Huffman, Foreign Service Officer of the Office of Sanctions Policy and Implementation, who joined her during the Q&A session.Short bio of our guest speaker:Julie Hagarty Nutter is the Director of the Office of Economic Sanctions Policy and Implementation (SPI) in the Department of State’s Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs (EB). Prior to her current posting, she was the Economic Minister-Counselor at the U.S. Embassy in London. From 2005 to 2008, Ms. Nutter was the Director of the Office of Development Finance in the Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs Bureau. She previously served as the Economic Counselor in the U.S. Mission to the European Union in Brussels. During her Brussels tour, she volunteered for an Iraq Provincial Reconstruction Team Leader position and spent seven months in Iraq, mostly in Basra, working to improve governance capacity at the provincial level. In earlier jobs, she headed the Ukraine desk of the State Department in the run-up to the Orange Revolution, worked closely with other donors on G-8 and Balkan reconstruction issues, and did political and economic reporting during the Liberian civil war. Ms. Nutter has a Masters’ degree in National Security Resource Strategy from the National Defense University and a Masters’ degree in International Economics from Georgetown University. She has two daughters, and grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Powered by Froala Editor
Bank, Maliyyə və Siğorta Komitəsi və Korporativ Sosial Məsuliyyət Komitəsinin birgə görüşü
On May, 18, AmCham hosted BFI and CSR Committees` Joint Meeting.Mrs. Nargiz Nasrullayeva-Muduroglu opened the meeting by welcoming participants as well as introducing Mrs. Natavan Mammadova as the newly appointed Director of AmCham Azerbaijan. Afterwards, she passed the floor to Mrs. Ayten Rustamova, Chairperson of BFI Committee, who introduced guest speakers to the audience – Mrs. Gwen Burchell, Director of United Aid for Azerbaijan (UAFA) and Mrs. Natavan Hasanova, researcher of Strategic Research Center of AR (SAM).During the first part of the meeting, Mrs. Burchell informed the participants of the meeting about UAFA and its activity. Afterwards, she passed the floor to her colleague – Mr. Saleh Nasirov – who provided the detailed information about the activity direction of UAFA, particularly pre-school educationm reabilitation centers and social support and also, creation of educational systems in four regions of Azerbaijan. Moreover, Mr. Nasirov presented a video clip about Child Development Center in Baku established by UAFA.Within the second part of the meeting, the floor was passed to Mrs. Natavan Hasanova who delivered a presentation on “Research Results on Corporate Social Responsibility at Azerbaijani Banks”. Along with the report on local activities, Mrs. Hasanova provided very thorough information on CSR activities in different countries (USA, China, Japanm Germany, Italy, Australia).In the end of the meeting, Ms. Aynura Piriyeva, Chairperson of CSR Committee, announced the organization of CSR Excellence Award in cooperation with P. World on October 1, 2.Powered by Froala Editor