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Alya Al-Shanfari is a young Omani entrepreneur and recent graduate of GUTech. Alya and her colleagues showcaed their “Bee” application at a global competition of young innovators in Seattle, Washington this summer. “Bee” is retail shopping application connected with Beacons technology, capable of analyzing the shopping experiences of users to affect future shopping decisions. The app also received honors

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

In coordination with the OABC, the Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in the Sultanate of Oman, Assiya Ashraf-Miller, hosted this popular annual event at her residence. OABC members and their guests enjoyed a festive evening of networking and delicious food, including the chance to create their own tacos and burritos.

Back2Business, is “‘The Largest Business Networking Event in Oman,”’ and welcomed hundreds of guests looking to network, socialize and collaborate with leading businesspersons from across the Sultanate.
The 2017 Back2Business This year’s theme was “‘Overcoming Challenge,”’ highlighting the ways in which businesses in Oman are working to succeed in the midst of new economic developments.

OABC’s Corporate Social Responsibility Committee organized a clean-up of Wadi Al Khoudh as part of its efforts to highlight the importance of environmental sustainability in the Sultanate. More than 50 people, including OABC members and their families, participated in the initiative,

Food-pairing is a unique method for identifying which foods and drinks go well together. Becoming an annual OABC event, this year’s gathering took place at the Intercon’s Tiki Bar and enabled guests to sample a delicious variety of snacks and beverages.

Information Session for U.S. Citizens include an overview of consular services, an update on security and an American BBQ.

Members from the Oman American Business Centre (OABC) visited the new Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC) as part of its efforts to learn more about the venue and connect its members with new business opportunities. The delegation was welcomed by the OCEC’s