AmCham Members' April Luncheon
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AmCham Members' April Luncheon
On April 24, 2025, the American Chamber of Commerce in Azerbaijan (AmCham) hosted its highly anticipated April Luncheon, featuring Mr. Jalal Gasimov, CEO of PASHA Holding, as the distinguished guest speaker. The event brought together prominent business leaders, diplomats, and AmCham members.
The event was opened by Ms. Gulnara Aslanbayli, Executive Director of AmCham Azerbaijan, who warmly welcomed the guests and highlighted the Chamber’s ongoing advocacy efforts. She underscored the progress of the White Paper 2025, which has already received nearly 130 recommendations from members. Ms. Aslanbayli also emphasized AmCham’s continued commitment to organizing impactful events, including two major conferences focused on the Digital Economy and Tax.
Mr. Dayanat Sadullayev, President of AmCham Azerbaijan, extended a warm welcome to all guests and conveyed his sincere thanks to Mr. Jalal Gasimov for joining the event. He stressed that such events are essential for fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving progress. By bringing together key players from various sectors, these gatherings create opportunities for knowledge sharing and collective action, further advancing Azerbaijan’s business landscape.
Mr. Jalal Gasimov delivered a detailed presentation highlighting PASHA Holding’s significant contributions to Azerbaijan’s economy across various sectors, including finance, real estate, hospitality, retail, and more. With a workforce exceeding 22,000 employees, PASHA Holding remains a key driver of employment and economic growth in the country
Mr. Gasimov also highlighted the company’s dedication to fostering human capital development, elaborating on PASHA Holding’s various leadership initiatives. These efforts reflect the company’s commitment to empowering the next generation of Azerbaijani leaders.
A key focus of Mr. Gasimov’s address was innovation. He showcased PASHA Holding’s initiatives such as Inmerge Innovation Summit, the Caucasus and Inmerge VC fund, and the Cybersecurity Center, which exemplify the company’s commitment to advancing innovationecosystem in Azerbaijan and other countries of operation. Mr.Gasimov also talked about newly established PASHA Innovation company, which aims to drive innovation across the country, address the evolving needs of our assets, as well as of the population, and ultimately enhance the well-being of Azerbaijani citizens.
Additionally, Mr. Gasimov reaffirmed PASHA Holding’s steadfast commitment to the country’s development. He highlighted that the company’s CSR strategy focuses on impactful initiatives in education, public health, and women’s empowerment—including a merit-based scholarship program that has supported over 350 students from more than 10 universities over the past three years. A central pillar of their current CSR vision is the revival of Karabakh, underscoring their dedication to social development and national progress.
The event continued with AmCham’s traditional luncheon presentations, providing a platform for both new and long-standing members to showcase their contributions and expertise. Deloitte Azerbaijan introduced its "Best Managed Companies" program, recognizing top privately owned Azerbaijani businesses for excellence in governance, operations, and leadership. ADA Primary School also took the stage to discuss the importance of educational initiatives in shaping future leaders.
The event concluded with a networking lunch, offering participants an opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, explore potential partnerships, and strengthen connections within the business community.
AmCham Azerbaijan remains committed to facilitating opportunities for productive engagement between the government and private sector. Events like this luncheon continue to demonstrate the Chamber’s role in fostering dialogue, collaboration, and innovation across industries.
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