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"TRADE, TARIFFS, AND TANTRUMS - America and Europe in the Global Order According to Trump 2.0

• Released: October 14th, 2025 08:42 AM

American International Club Announces New Partnership with Cancer Support Switzerland

• Released: October 14th, 2025 08:39 AM

The Webster/AIC Mentoring Program: Empowering the Next Generation of Professionals

The Webster/AIC Mentoring Program: Empowering the Next Generation of Professionals The Webster Geneva Campus and the American International Club (AIC) have once again joined forces for the second cycle of the Webster/AIC Mentoring Program, which launched on 1st October 2025. This initiative connects Webster undergraduate and now also graduate students with AIC professionals for an academic year of structured guidance and mutual learning.

• Released: October 14th, 2025 08:36 AM

AIC-Chand Kaul Memorial Charity Golf Tournament

• Released: October 14th, 2025 08:32 AM

AIC Celebration Event with Youth Underground

On a warm and beautiful day in Geneva, the Club hosted our AIC Celebration Event with Youth Underground that took place on 14 June 2025 at the Red Cross Museum followed by a picnic.    For this cultural and fundraising event we raised a total of CHF 530 for Youth Underground.  As a result, the combined fundraising during the AIC's 2-year partnership with Youth Underground (July 2023 to June 2025) came to a grand total of CHF 10'095.  We are truly very happy with this result, which represents the 2nd largest fundraising campaign the Club has ever done for a Civic Concerns Partner in our history.    We express our sincere appreciation to all the donors for their support of Youth Underground and its very worthy cause of combating human trafficking along with promoting freedom and child safety.  Finally, we also …

• Released: June 26th, 2025 04:47 AM

AIC and the AICC Gala 2025

AIC and the AICC Gala 2025 For those who may not be aware, the AIC is a proud founding member of the Association of International Chambers of Commerce (AICC), a dynamic coalition of 20 chambers of commerce. As an active board member, AIC plays a vital role in fostering international business collaboration. On March 21, the 3rd Annual AICC Gala took place at the prestigious President Wilson Hotel, marking one of the most anticipated and distinguished networking events in Geneva. This year’s gala brought together over 315 representatives from Geneva’s diverse chambers of commerce, creating an exceptional atmosphere for meaningful connections and celebrations. From the AIC, 34 members and guests attend and occupied four tables. A special acknowledgment goes to the Italian Swiss Chamber of Commerce for their outstanding efforts in organizing and executing a truly first-class event. From exquisite …

• Released: March 26th, 2025 07:58 AM
• Author: Ron Banks

Michael McKay

Luncheon with Michael McKay (March 14) Michael McKay, independent communications and public affairs consultant and the charismatic former Chairman of the Geneva Chapter of the British Swiss Chamber of Commerce, shared his reflections on the past 13 years of radio and his podcast The McKay Interview.  The audience thoroughly enjoyed hearing Michael share stories on his favorite interviews, including personalities such as Adolf Ogi (former Federal Councillor and President of Switzerland), Mary Robinson (former President of the Irish Republic), Sir Jackie Stewart (Formula 1 World Racing Champion) and Sir Peter Marshall (former UK Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN Mission).  

• Released: March 26th, 2025 07:57 AM

Ryan Guffey

Luncheon with Dr. Ryan Guffey (February 18 2025) "United States International Higher Education Sector - 2025 Forecast".  A huge thank you to Dr. Ryan Guffey, Director-General of Webster University's Office of Global Campuses, for an insightful and timely discussion on the evolving landscape of international higher education in the United States. His insightful and highly informative presentation focused on four key factors driving the sector: (1) economic impact, (2) economic capacity building, (3) knowledge transfer and (4) non-US citizen employment vehicles. With the sector contributing $40 billion to the U.S. economy annually and supporting 378,000 jobs, its impact is undeniable. Our conversation not only explored these economic dimensions but also examined the potential effects of the recent U.S. elections on international students.The engaging Q&A session highlighted the audience's keen interest and underscored the importance of this topic.Thank you to everyone …

• Released: March 26th, 2025 07:49 AM

Murten Festival of Lights

The American International Club of Geneva was proud to co-sponsor with the AIC Zürich a visit to Murten/Morat during the weekend of 24-25 January 2025.  Participants enjoyed the Festival of Lights in this charming medieval town of Murten/Morat, named the Swiss Village of 2024.  We stayed at the nearby historic Münchenwiler Castle Hotel, originally a monastery that was beautifully converted into a modern hotel.  Special thanks go to John Moetteli of AICZ and Robert Race of AICG for organizing this special and memorable joint cultural event celebrated by members of both clubs!  

• Released: February 04th, 2025 04:13 AM

Thanksgiving 2024

On Friday, November 29, the American International Club (AIC) hosted its annual Thanksgiving Dinner, marking the occasion at an exciting new venue—La Mère Royaume restaurant in Geneva.

• Released: December 02nd, 2024 08:10 AM