Events
The Discover America Event, a two week long initiative of the US Embassy, Lulu Hypermarket, and Oman Avenues Mall. The OABC was honored to host a networking event as part of the first day’s launch: a special evening in the Sky Lounge Balcony at Avenues Mall.
This room had a gorgeous view overlooking the city, and students from the National Hospitality Institute created American-themed canapés using ingredients from Lulu, the sponsor of the evening. Every ingredient highlighted was a US import: from seedless watermelon to the dates guests were welcomed to try!
Ms. Stephanie Hallett, the new Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy, thanked the event’s partners and explained more about Discover America.
Following the DCM’s presentation, Robert MacLean, Principal of the National Hospitality Institute, shared about the important work of raising up Omani students to work in hospitality and tourism. His brief overview also pointed out that every server for the evening was a current trainee at NHI, and all had already secured employment post-graduation from the program. Many guests commented afterwards about further interest in NHI and desire to attend NHI events in the future. We thank Lulu and Oman Avenues Mall for their sponsorship, and the US Embassy for their hard work highlighting American companies and brands for 2 weeks.
Ms. Stephanie Hallett, the new Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy, thanked the event’s partners and explained more about Discover America.
Following the DCM’s presentation, Robert MacLean, Principal of the National Hospitality Institute, shared about the important work of raising up Omani students to work in hospitality and tourism. His brief overview also pointed out that every server for the evening was a current trainee at NHI, and all had already secured employment post-graduation from the program. Many guests commented afterwards about further interest in NHI and desire to attend NHI events in the future. We thank Lulu and Oman Avenues Mall for their sponsorship, and the US Embassy for their hard work highlighting American companies and brands for 2 weeks.
The Oman American Business Center organized its Annual General Meeting at the Sheraton Oman to review its progress over the year and provide attendees with a unique networking opportunity. Welcoming OABC members, staff and representatives from the Embassy of the United States of America,
The OABC hosted its first-ever Renewable Energy Series on Sunday, October 22nd. The event opened with a keynote speech delivered by H.E. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Mahrouqi, Chairman of the of Public Authority for Electricity & Water (Diam).
The OABC, in partnership with Al Busaidy Mansoor Jamal & Co (AMJ), organized a seminar on the basics of corporate law and finance. Titled ‘Survive to Five: Navigating Financial and Legal Aspects for Companies in Oman’, the seminar was delivered by AMJ Senior Associate Asad Qayyum to help new companies of all sizes establish the legal and financial frameworks required to achieve sustainable success.
A high-level seminar on the recent changes in the Omani income tax law conducted by the Oman American Business Center in association with Crowe Horwath stressed the need for strict compliance to the provisions of the income tax law.
The Oman American Business Center organised an iftar banquet and art exhibition celebrating the talents of local Omani artists who overcame physical disabilities to create impactful works of art. The event welcomed OABC members and the Guest of Honor H E Marc J Sievers, US Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman, and guest speaker Safiya al Bahlani, one of Oman’s most inspirational artists and motivational speakers.
Premium members from the Oman American Business Centre (OABC) visited the new Muscat International Airport. The delegations were welcomed by the Bechtel-led consortium responsible for designing and building the new terminal and associated facilities. The 29-gate passenger terminal building, which features the latest state-of-the-art
The OABC hosted a seminar on Public Private Partnerships (PPP), with joint sponsorship by the Australian Business Group of Oman (ABGO) and a focus on Oman’s PPP goals and global examples. His Excellency Talal-Al Rahbi, Deputy Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Planning, the organization behind the Tanfeedh initiative, delivered a speech on the topic, with additional speeches by Kalat Al Bulooshi, CEO of Oman