2013 BUSINESS DIRECTORY A PUBLICATION OF THE U.S. - AZERBAIJAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (USACC)
IN THIS DIRECTORY Latest economic figures | Government contacts in the U.S. and Azerbaijan | Important contacts for investors
Publication Information
U.S.-Azerbaijan Business Directory 2013 Publisher:
The United States –Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC)
Publication Director:
Susan Sadigova
Production Manager:
Mustafa Koten
Production Assistant:
Sabina Gasimova
Editor:
John Boit
Art Director/Designer:
Jeff Groves
USACC would like to thank all the advertisers who made this publication possible. If you would like to advertise in the next issue of this publication, please contact us at chamber@usacc.org.
Copies of this publication may be ordered from: United States – Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC) 1212 Potomac Street, NW, Washington, DC 20007 Tel: 202-333-8702; Fax: 202-333-8703 E-mail: chamber@usacc.org; Website: www.usacc.org
Copyright 2013 USACC ISBN 978-0-9826229-3-3
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome from the Executive Director......................................................... 1 About USACC................................................................................................... 2 Azerbaijan - Fact Sheet.................................................................................. 9 Outlook 2013..................................................................................................... 14 Economic Growth............................................................................................... 14 Forecast Summary ............................................................................................ 15 Prospects for Trade and Investments.................................................................. 16 Useful Travel Information.................................................................................... 20
USACC Members........................................................................................... 25 About USACC Membership................................................................................. 25 Benefactor Members.......................................................................................... 27 Sustaining Members........................................................................................... 36 Regular Members............................................................................................... 41 Associate Members............................................................................................ 56
U.S. Contacts................................................................................................. 61 U.S. Government................................................................................................ 61 U.S. Government Agencies................................................................................. 71 Major U.S. Non-Government Agencies................................................................ 75 U.S. Organizations and Institutions..................................................................... 86 International Organizations in U.S....................................................................... 97 Azerbaijani Contacts in U.S................................................................................ 99 Azerbaijani Diaspora Organizations in U.S......................................................... 100
Azerbaijani Contacts.................................................................................. 105 Azerbaijani Government................................................................................... 105 State Committees and Other Government Agencies........................................... 117 Foreign Embassies in Azerbaijan....................................................................... 121 International and Philanthropy Organizations in Azerbaijan................................ 132 Trade and Industry Associations in Azerbaijan................................................... 141
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Business in Azerbaijan.............................................................................. 147 Agriculture......................................................................................................147 Beverages and Dairy Products.................................................................. 147 Food Processing...................................................................................... 148 Meat / Fish.............................................................................................. 149 Tobacco and Alcohol................................................................................ 149 Banking and Finance.......................................................................................150 Banks...................................................................................................... 150 Insurance Companies.............................................................................. 153 Investments............................................................................................. 155 Building, Construction and Real Estate...........................................................157 Construction Companies.......................................................................... 157 Furniture and Interior Design.................................................................... 160 Real Estate.............................................................................................. 162 Business Services............................................................................................163 Airlines.................................................................................................... 163 Business Centers..................................................................................... 165 Courier Services....................................................................................... 167 Hotels...................................................................................................... 168 Auto Sales and Car Rentals...................................................................... 172 Translation, Interpreting and Training........................................................ 174 Travel Agencies........................................................................................ 175 Energy.............................................................................................................177 Exploration Companies............................................................................. 177 Service Contractors.................................................................................. 180 Shipping/Freight Forwarders............................................................................184 Healthcare.......................................................................................................186 Hospitals................................................................................................. 186 Medical Centers....................................................................................... 187 IT and Telecom................................................................................................189 Legal and Tax..................................................................................................194 Law Firms, Tax and Audit ........................................................................ 194 Marketing and Advertising...............................................................................196 Advertising agencies................................................................................ 196 Printing................................................................................................... 198 Market Research...................................................................................... 198 Tourist Attraction and Leisure..........................................................................199 Art Galleries............................................................................................. 199 Concert Halls........................................................................................... 200 Museums................................................................................................ 202 Theaters.................................................................................................. 204 Restaurants, Cafes and Bars.................................................................... 205 Shopping................................................................................................. 208
Index.............................................................................................................. 213 Advertisers Index.............................................................................................222
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Welcome from the Executive Director Dear friends and colleagues, We are pleased to introduce the 2013 issue of the USACC Business Directory, a resource filled with useful facts and background information, as well as updated contact lists for key government offices, businesses, and international organizations in the United States and Azerbaijan. This newest edition contains our most comprehensive directory to date. It is our aim that American and Azerbaijani audiences will use this directory to further promote bilateral commercial relations and to explore new business opportunities. The United States-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC) is uniquely positioned to guide American investors through the legal, regulatory and cultural landscapes as they seek to establish successful business operations in Azerbaijan. The 2013 Business Directory is just one of the many tools available to USACC members as they explore opportunities within and between the two countries. We invite you to also consider our full range of the services that the USACC provides to its members by visiting out website at www.usacc.org We wish to extend a special note of gratitude to the advertisers who made this publication possible. Your support is deeply appreciated. To all our members, colleagues and friends, I wish you success in 2013 and hope you will call on the USACC should you have any specific questions or needs.
Sincerely, Susan Sadigova Executive Director
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About USACC Since its inception in 1995, the United States - Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC) has been a vital resource for American companies seeking to establish longterm business ties with Azerbaijan. Its deep membership pool consists of a diverse group of businesses from all sectors of the economy, including Fortune 500 companies. Called by the Washington Post “the most forceful advocate in Washington for U.S. investment” in Azerbaijan, the USACC is the premier conduit for improved business and commercial ties between the two countries. The USACC was a key driving force behind two of the world’s most strategic and ambitious regional energy projects: the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan oil pipeline and the BakuTbilisi-Erzurum gas pipeline, both of which are operational today. As Azerbaijan continues to diversify its economy, the USACC has been active in promoting other sectors such as agriculture, construction, information technology, alternative energy and tourism. The USACC organizes an impressive annual schedule of trade missions and conferences, and arranges business meetings where key government and business leaders from both countries can meet, share ideas and forge partnerships. Members of the USACC enjoy high level access to key contacts and are invited to a host of invitation-only events in both countries each year. The USACC also publishes the most comprehensive business information available with such flagship publications as this Business Directory, the USACC Investment Guide, and of course regular updates through its website (www.usacc.org) and e-newsletters to members.
THE MISSION OF THE USACC IS TO: Facilitate and encourage trade and investment in both Azerbaijan and the United States. Provide a forum for members to interact with policy-makers from Azerbaijan and the United States, as well as with non-governmental experts. Serve as a liaison with governmental and non-governmental entities, business organizations and think tanks to encourage cooperation and the exchange of information. Assist companies doing business in Azerbaijan and the United States with their needs and promote their commercial objectives. Promote bilateral economic relations and projects between Azerbaijan and the United States. Provide reliable information and networking services and create an environment where partnerships and exchanges can thrive.
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