AmCham Kuwait hosts 39th Annual Gala and Excellence Awards

The American Chamber of Commerce Kuwait (AmCham Kuwait) celebrated its 39th Annual Gala and Excellence Awards on October 22nd, bringing together distinguished guests, esteemed members, and industry leaders for an evening of recognition, networking, and celebration. The event, held at the Hyatt Regency Al Kout, was done through the support of -  Diamond Sponsor, Kuwait & Gulf Link (KGL), Platinum Sponsor, Kuwait Resources House (KRH), Silver Sponsor, Saudi Arabian Chevron, Travel and Tourism Partner, IFA International Travel & Tourism, and Airline Partner, Turkish Airlines.
The evening opened with welcoming remarks from Ola Saab, Chair of the Events Committee at AmCham Kuwait, who extended a warm welcome to VIPs, government officials, diplomats, and members. Among the honored guests were the Deputy Chief of Mission of the U.S. Embassy, the Belgian Ambassador, the Vietnamese Ambassador, as well as representatives from the Ministry of Electricity and Water, CITRA, and the Ministry of Health.

"The Annual Gala not only commemorates the founding of our Chamber but also celebrates the many accomplishments we’ve achieved together over the past year," said Saab. "This evening, we honor the individuals and companies who have contributed to our continued success, making AmCham Kuwait what it is today."

Following the national anthems of Kuwait and the United States, AmCham Kuwait’s Chairman of the Board, Pete Swift, took the stage to highlight the organization’s evolution and achievements. Swift emphasized the importance of collaboration between the U.S. and Kuwait in fostering economic diversification and advancing Kuwait's Vision 2035. He acknowledged the pivotal role that Kuwaiti government entities and private sector partners have played in driving AmCham's initiatives forward.