When:
January 21st, 2010

Where:
New York Athletic Club (180 Central Park South)

Time:
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Cocktail prior to dinner
8:00 PM - 11:30 PM: Dinner/Dance


MEET THE MODERN FACE OF TURKEY! A FACE THAT WILL DAZZLE YOU
From a regional power to a global actor, Turkey is one of the hottest emerging markets and the 15th largest economy in the World. Come to TACCI's Annual Power Dinner where Turkish business leaders will meet their peers from the US and other countries to establish strong relationships, advance mutual interests, and get the New Year off to a strong start.  Turkish President Abdullah Gul has said the "Global economy is on the brink of a radical change" and TACCI wants to do its part to reshape the World through Global Business Collaboration.

The event will start with an elegant cocktail, and continue with a networking dinner where the attendees will enjoy delicious food and wine, a live musical performance from Sinem Saniye and her band, dancing and a silent auction. During the night, Mr. Philip Berry, the emcee of the Power Dinner will introduce some of our sponsors and distinguished guests who will make their remarks, and will perform his inspiring speech about the qualities of leadership. The invitees have been hand-picked one by one based on background and synergy with other attendees.
 
Emcee of the night: Mr. Philip Berry
Philip Berry is the President of Philip Berry Associates LLC which is a global management consulting, executive coaching and training practice.He was previously Vice President, Global Workplace Initiatives for Colgate-Palmolive.  Philip has received numerous awards, most recently the Crossing Borders awards from Feminist Press; and other awards from National Hispanic Corporate Achievers, the National Association of Asian American Professionals; the Quality of Work Life award from Work Life Matters magazine; the 100 Most Powerful Blacks in New York award from Crain Magazine, the Communicator of the Year award from Global HR News and the Governor's award forDistinction in Community Service.

Live music by: Sinem Saniye and band
Multi award-winning singer and songwriter Sinem Saniye who won the 2006 *Grand Prize* in the International John Lennon Songwriting Competition, the 2008 Billboard World Song Competition to name just a few, and worked with Grammy-winning producers on her debut album. The Turkish American music sensation will perform her hits, as well as covers which will charm the audience.

For event tickets, sponsorship opportunities and further details, please contact Mr. Safak Dogan at safakd@turkishuschamber.org