-- Michigan is chosen because of its large Arab-American presence --
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 7, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- David Communications, a multi-cultural public relations and marketing firm which specializes in both the Arab world and Arab-American markets, is sponsoring a trade delegation of fourteen prominent food manufacturers from Amman, Jordan to Michigan, November 15th thru November 18th. The purpose of their mission is to meet with wholesalers, retailers and community and civic leaders who can assist them in establishing business ties in Michigan.
"We are traveling to Michigan because of the Detroit area's large and influential Arab-American community," says delegation leader Halim Abu Rahmeh, CEO of the Jordan Exporters Association (JEA), which is located in Amman, Jordan. He went on to say, "We are seeking to establish a new presence not only in the Arab markets but within the American mainstream markets as well."
Warren David, President and CEO of David Communications, stated, "This is a historic trip that will hopefully be the impetus for future interaction between the Arab world and Michigan." He added, "Understanding both the Arab and American cultures affords us a unique position to service firms such as the Jordanian Exporters Association in their quest to do business in the U.S."
The members of the delegation include:
1. Mr.Halim Abu Rahmeh
Jordan Exporters Association (JEA)
--Chief Executive Officer
2. Mr. Laith Abujaber / Business Development Manager
Sa'd Abujaber & Sons Co. Ltd.
--Jordanian Beer/Energy Drinks/Non-Alcoholic Drinks
3. Ms. Hala Rassam/ Export Manager
Nabil Factory for Food Industries
--Frozen Ethnic Foods/Frozen Meat and Vegetarian Products
4. Mr. Fares Samir Hammoudeh/ Deputy General Manager
Hammoudeh Group
--Cheeses/Labaneh/Jameed/Halloumi
5. Mr. Husam Al-Kasih/ Deputy Managing Director
Kasih Factories for Foodstuff
--Tahini/Thyme/Halawa
6. Mr. Zaher Hinnawi / Commercial Manager
General Investment Co. Ltd.
--Carbonate Soft Drinks/Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic Drinks
7. Mr. Isa Al Malaika / Export Manager
Gulf Food Products
--Tomato Ketchup/Steak Sauce/Hot Sauces/Fruit Preserves
Mayonnaise/Humus Tahina
8. Mrs. Lina Hundaileh / General Manager
Philadelphia Chocolate Manufacturing Co.
--Candy and Chocolates
9. Mr. Elias Hosh / General Manager
Professional Manufacturer for Chocolate and
Confectionery Co.
--Chocolate: Chip/Praline/Blocks/Spread/Sticks
for Croissant
10. Mr. Yarub Qudah / Chief Executive Officer
Jordan Upgrading Modernization Program (JUMP)
11. Mr. Omar Qaryouti
Jordan Upgrading Modernization Program (JUMP)
12. Mr. Nadim Naouri
Naouri Group
Logistics and Transportation
--Importing and Exporting Food Sector
13. Mr. Marwan Oweis
Naouri Group
Logistics and Transportation
--Importing and Exporting Food Sector
14. Mr. Mohammad Al-Abdallat
Board Member., Jordan Chamber of Industry
--Representative for Food Sector
The Jordan Exporters Association, a private non-profit organization, was established in 1989 to assist Jordanian businesses in their quest to develop international trade, especially the promotion of Jordanian export. JEA represents leading manufacturing and service concerns from various sectors of the Jordanian economy. Through its daily activities and strategic projects, JEA has enabled Jordanian exporters to identify new marketing opportunities for their goods and services in international markets.
David Communications, a Michigan-based Arab-American public relations and marketing firm specializing in multi-cultural communications with emphasis in the Arab world and Arab-American markets, is coordinating the trade mission.
To set up a business meeting or media interview please contact: Warren David: 313-999-6000 or Siham Awada Jaafar: 313-910-1955 Email: info@davidcomgroup.com Website: www.davidcomgroup.com
-- Please note the delegation will be in Chicago on Monday November 14 to attend the Private Label Manufacturers Show at Rosemont Center in Chicago, Illinois.
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