Vegas Goes Global: Vegas Meets Dubai Inaugural Ceremony Attracts Big Names and Sparks Interest of Investors
HC Philippe Ziade, Nora Abou Chakra & Dijana Mitrovic Celebrate VMD Launch
Vegas Meets Dubai cake-cutting at the Inaugural Ceremony
LAS VEGAS, June 2, 2023 (VSNewsNetwork.com) - Vegas Meets Dubai (VMD), an ambitious initiative aimed at bridging the gap between two remarkably similar cities, commenced with great fanfare at the International Innovation Center in downtown Las Vegas. The event, organized by VIP Minds, a local company specializing in corporate excellence, marked the beginning of a broader program that seeks to connect Las Vegas with prominent cities worldwide. The launch of VMD provides a gateway for businesses from both destinations to expand their horizons, explore new markets, and create mutually beneficial partnerships.
The inaugural ceremony of VMD witnessed the presence of esteemed dignitaries, business leaders, and representatives from academia. Distinguished guests included Senators Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto, Congresspersons Steven Horsford, Dina Titus, and Susie Lee, who were represented by their staff members. Las Vegas Councilwoman Victoria Seaman, Chief of Staff to the Nevada Lieutenant Governor Rudy Pamintuan, Director Martin Herbst of the Nevada Office of the International Trade Administration, and Deputy Information Technology Director of the City of Las Vegas Chris Craig were also in attendance.
During the event, VIP Minds CEO Nora Abou Chakra expressed her overwhelming delight at the investors' and potential partners' keen interest in VMD. She noted the unanimously positive comments received and highlighted the readiness of Las Vegas to embrace a global outlook.
In recognition of their contributions, VIP Minds, the Honorary Consulate of Lebanon in Nevada, and DM Global Consulting were honored with Certificates of Special Congressional Recognition from notable figures such as Senator Jacky Rosen, Congressman Steven Horsford, Congresswoman Susie Lee, Congresswoman Dina Titus, and Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony. They were also presented with a Certificate of Recognition from the City of Las Vegas Office Councilwoman Victoria Seaman.
Dijana Mitrovic of DM Global Consulting, who presides over the Strategic European American League and serves as the leading strategic partner at VMD, emphasized the initiative's objective to foster mutual understanding, promote tourism, and facilitate business collaborations. During the ceremony, VMD unveiled six new strategic partnerships with prominent businesswomen, including Dr. Kate Zhong, an adjunct professor at the University of Nevada, Dr. Ati Hakimi MD, Mijung Lombardi (Vice-President of G Bank), Sandra Rentas of the Nevada Small Business Development Center, Isabelle Karamooz (founder French Quarter Magazine), and Anna Billings (of designer boutique Anne Fontaine).
The VMD initiative received substantial support from local business tycoon Philippe Ziade, a successful entrepreneur who has founded 64 companies since graduating from the University of Nevada. Ziade, also the Honorary Consul of Lebanon for the State of Nevada, played a pivotal role in making VMD a reality.
Adding another dimension to the initiative, Vegas Meets Dubai announced its presence in the metaverse last week, a multimillion-dollar development that will offer visitors a lifelike and futuristic environment to experience the best of both Vegas and Dubai. This feature-rich virtual experience aims to enhance the overall VMD offering.
Speaking at the ceremony, Philippe Ziade explained why Dubai was chosen as the first stop in the Vegas Meets-series, which includes destinations like Milano, Beirut, Tulum, Beijing, Monaco, St Tropez, Tokyo, KSA, and Qatar. He highlighted the striking similarities between the two cities, emphasizing their rise from desert landscapes to become vibrant centers of commerce, finance, and entertainment. Ziade expressed his belief that it was high time to introduce these two dynamic cities to each other.
To learn more about the exciting Vegas Meets Dubai initiative and stay updated on its latest developments, visit the official VMD website at vegasmeetsdubai.com.
Source: VIP Minds via Newswire
