ECONOMIC AGENDA JULY/AUGUST 2011 LATEST NEWS FROM: French Economic Mission /Ubifrance - Invest in France Agency-North America Atout France/France Tourism Development Agency The French-American Chambers of Commerce in the Midwest L'association des Amis des Grandes Ecoles de France

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NEWS FROM FRENCH-ECONOMIC MISSION / UBIFRANCE

SPECIAL INTERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICULE UPDATE EXECUTIVE VIEWPOINT GEORGES UCKO: BRINGING FRENCH FLAIR TO THE US Known for global automotive brands Renault and Peugeot, France is among the leaders of the European pack when it comes to electric mobility. EV Update talks to Georges UCKO, director of transportation for French trade promotion agency UBIFRANCE in Chicago about what French companies can offer to the US market. (Read the article).

VOLONTARIAT INTERNATIONAL EN ENTREPRISE UBIFRANCE et les Missions économiques aident les entreprises et les candidats à se rencontrer Le Volontariat International en Entreprises (V.I.E), instauré par la loi du 14 mars 2000, permet aux entreprises françaises de confier à un jeune, homme ou femme, jusqu’à 28 ans, une mission professionnelle à l’étranger durant une période modulable de 6 à 24 mois, renouvelable une fois dans cette limite. Pour en savoir plus visitez : Volontariat International en Entreprise ou http://www.ubifrance.fr/formule-vie.html

FIRMAFRANCE Firmafrance.com is the Official French exporters B2B directory, powered by Ubifrance and officially endorsed by the Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industry of France. Dedicated to foreign companies seeking reliable suppliers and partners in France, it is an ideal way of seizing business opportunities on line. Our database brings together 15 000 leading French exporting companies showcases, as well as breaking news, worldwide events and useful trade links. All services are free of charge.

CHICAGO Mission Economique Ubifrance Chicago - Detroit French Economic Mission Ubifrance Chicago - Detroit 205 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 3730 Chicago, IL 60601 Tél. (312) 327-5250 - Fax : (312) 327-5251 E-mail : chicago@ubifrance.fr - http://www.ubifrance.fr DETROIT French Economic Mission Ubifrance Willow Office Center, 525 East Big Beaver - Suite 201 Troy, Michigan 48083 Téléphone : (248) 457-1150 Fax : (248) 457-1152 molly.swart@missioneco.org http://www.ubifrance.fr

INVEST IN FRANCE AGENCY - NORTH AMERICA

2010 REPORT: JOB-CREATING FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN FRANCE After three years of stability, the number of job-creating foreign investments recorded by the IFA and France’s regional development agencies increased by 22% in 2010 to 782 projects. As such, 15 foreign business leaders, on average, decided to invest in France every week. Read the complete report.

INVEST IN FRANCE AGENCY NORTH AMERICA 205 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 3750 Chicago, IL 60601 Tel. (312) 628-1054 - Fax : (312) 628-1033 www.investinfrance.org

TOURISM IN FRANCE - ATOUT FRANCE

NOW AVAILABLE: FRANCEGUIDE 2011 THE MAGAZINE 2011 marks the 10th year anniversary of FranceGuide Magazine! ATOUT FRANCE, The France Tourism Development Agency, is pleased to announce the release of FranceGuide 2011, the latest edition of their magazine for sophisticated travelers seeking new experiences in France. FranceGuide has expanded the magazine online, with over 50 web-exclusive articles, tips, and itineraries. This new print/web hybrid will give readers exclusive access to first-hand travel accounts, cultural close-ups, interviews, and video footage. Readers can also post comments and share photos, providing an interactive experience. Online edition or order it online.

Are you planning a trip to France for pleasure or business? Go to FranceGuide.com the official website of ATOUT FRANCE, The France Tourism Development Agency, for destinations, events and activities, practical information... and much more You can also follow ATOUT FRANCE on FACEBOOK and become a fan of LOST IN FRANCELATION.

PROFESSIONAL SPACE Need help? To find a France Certified Agent in for your next trip, take a look at ATOUT FRANCE web site: www.franceguide.com/us ATOUT FRANCE for professionals is now on TWITTER! It's the easiest way to get important information, event invitations, and more, all you have to do is add us. . Programme France de Certification des agents de voyages Le programme de formation des agents de voyages que propose ATOUT FRANCE s’étend sur 3 ans. Il permet d’éduquer les agents de voyages américains sur la France d’en faire des spécialistes de notre destination et de nos produits. Ces agents bénéficient d’offres spéciales mises à disposition par les partenaires français et américains du programme sur la section professionelle sur site www.franceguide.com.

FRENCH-AMERICAN CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE IN THE MIDWEST

CHICAGO

The Consulate General of France and the French, French-American, and Francophones associations in Chicago are joining forces to celebrate BASTILLE DAY! For the first time this year, the event is organized in partnership with the Bastille Day 5K & 8K Run / Walk and Block Party Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum ▪ Lincoln Park (Fullerton & Cannon Drive) = = COMPLETE INFORMATION = (FRENCH VERSION )

FACC’s MONTHLY MEMBER'S LUNCHEON JULY 12 and AUGUST 9 - 12-2 PM We hope you’ll be able to join us for networking over a fantastic lunch at the Café des Architectes. $40 cash or check at the door or call FACC for credit card payments. Sofitel Water Tower Hotel (20 East Chestnut). Information - information@facc-chicago.com. More information. Reservations are required 24 hours in advance - 312-578-0444 or information@facc-chicago.com. YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORKING JULY 20 and AUGUST 17 - 5:30-7:30 PM FACC-Chicago invites you to its monthly networking cocktail event at the dana hotel and spa with the German-American Chamber of Commerce! Come meet the future leaders of Chicagoland’s French and German American business community the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Admission is free for FACC and GACCoM members and $5 for non-members. Light appetizers will be served for event guests. A cash bar will also be available. Contact FACC to reserve at 312-578-0444 or register online now. The Dana Hotel and Spa - Vertigo Sky Lounge - 660 North State Street - Chicago, IL 60654.

For more information, please contact: French American Chamber of Commerce 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 670 - Chicago, IL 60601 - Tel. (312) 578-0444 - Fax: (312) 578-0445 information@facc-chicago.com

DETROIT

THURSDAY, JULY 14: FETE DE LA BASTILLE The French- American Chamber of Commerce, Michigan Chapter presents a Bastille Day celebration under the partronage of Graham PAUL, Consul General of France in Chicago and in cooperation with Robert L. WEYHING, Honorary Consul to France in Detroit. Hosted by the Alliance Française de Grosse Pointe. Celebrate the French National Holiday with our friends from the other French associations of the Detroit area. 6:30 p.m. Apertifs and petits hors d’œuvres with entertainment throughout the evening. Location: Country Club of Detroit - 220 Country Club Drive - Grosse Pointe Farms, MI. Tel: 248.644.5832. Tickets are $37.50 - Please make checks payable to the Alliance Française de Grosse Pointe and send your registration to Alliance Française de Grosse Pointe c/o Miller Canfield, 840 West Long Lake Road, Troy, Michigan 48098. Complete information.

SUMMER NETWORKING AND WINE TASTING EVENT JULY 21 - 6-8:30 PM You are cordially invited to join the FACC, the British-American Business Council, the German-American Chamber of Commerce, the Italian-American Alliance for Business and Technology, the Italian-American Chamber of Commerce in Michigan and the Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce for a Summer Wine Tasting at The Lark Restaurant and enjoy outstanding wines and great networking. Cost: $55 - The Lark Restaurant - 6430 Farmington Road, West Bloomfield, Michigan 48322. This event sold out fast last year, so do not delay your registration! No refund after July 8, 2011. Information/Registration.

For more information, please contact: French American Chamber of Commerce 27777 Franklin Rd, Suite 1200 - Southfield, MI 48034 - Tel. (248) 358-1861 - Fax: (248) 358-4766 info@faccmi.org

CINCINNATI

CINCINNATI & MONTGOMERY FRIDAY, JULY 15: BASTILLE DAY CELEBRATION Join the French-American Business Alliance & The Alliance Francaise de Cincinnati from 7pm til 11pm at the Swaim Lodge for a family friendly traditional celebration of Bastille Day! The event will feature French and American music, dancing, buffet dinner and prizes for the best food dish. Complete information. Swaim Lodge 7650 Cooper Rd.- Cincinnati, OH 45242.

For more information, please contact: French-American Business Alliance - European American Chamber of Commerce 2200 PNC Center - 201 East Fifth Street - Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 - Tel : 513-852-6510 - Fax : 513-852-6511 eacc@europe-cincinnati.com - https://www.europe-cincinnati.com/index.php ?id=808

NORTHERN OHIO

SUNDAY, JULY 17: BLEU, BLANC, ROUGE 2011 The French-American Chamber of Commerce Northern Ohio Chapter is pleased to invite you to the Shoreby Club in Bratenahl on Sunday, July 17th from 3pm to 6pm to celebrate our national holidays of Independence Day and Bastille Day! A special buffet will be served with a selection of French wines. Join us to enjoy great food and jazz on the lakeshore ! Silent auction of French wines. Shoreby Club - 40 Shoreby Drive - Bratenahl, OH 44108. For more information about this event email us at info@faccohio.org or call us at 216.274.2354. More information and registration.

The French American Chamber of Commerce Northern Ohio Chapter (FACC Ohio) is proud to announce the formation of a new group for young professionals, the FACC Ohio Young Professionals Group. This group will provide a networking platform for local young professionals who are interested in playing a part in the numerous connections between Northern Ohio and France. The group will also foster understanding between France and Northeast Ohio. For more information, visit http://www.faccohio.org/

For a list of upcoming events, please contact: French American Chamber of Commerce 200 Public Square, Suite 2800 - Cleveland, OH 44114 - Tel : (216) 274-2354 - Fax: (216) 241-2824 - info@faccohio.org

MINNEAPOLIS/ST PAUL

For a list of upcoming events, please contact: French American Chamber of Commerce 113 N. First Street Minneapolis, MN 5540 - Tel. (763) 218-4578 - Fax: (612) 332-0438 - director@faccmn.com

ASSOCIATION DES AMIS DES GRANDES ECOLES DE FRANCE

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