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The International Center of the Capital Region was chosen by the US Department of State to create the American experience for more than 200 emerging opinion-shapers from around the globe this past year.   Through hundreds of hours of professional visits, regional excursions, and neighborhood dinners, the Capital Region has made an indelible imprint of what is best in America for future leaders selected by the State Department through the International Vistor Leadership Program.  

At its annual reception on Tuesday at the Albany Visitors Center, the ICCR will recognize the hundreds of Capital Region “citizen diplomats” that opened their offices, their businesses, and their homes to “welcome the world and celebrate community.” Says Director of Community Relations, Diane Conroy-LaCivita, “It is remarkable how much we have to share, and Washington is discovering  that we have the resources to draw on for almost any topic:  entrepreneurship, women’s empowerment, public policy, agriculture, energy and the environment were real strengths of ours this year.  I am continually amazed at how to generous everybody is with their time and knowledge, and I know how much they get in return:  true friendships spring up with every exchange.”

Tuesday evening’s program will also recognize the tremendous positive impact that the ICCR has had on the local economy.  ICCR President Mike Gulotty estimates that  the ICCR’s programs have generated more than $500,000 in local business over the past year, and that this number will be surpassed in the coming months.   “The ICCR has tapped into the global energy that is right here in the Capital Region, and the international relationships we are building across the region and around the world hold tremendous potential.”  

The ICCR is a member of the National Council on International Visitors, and a World Affairs Council.

For more information about the International Center of the Capital Region, contact Director of Community Relations Diane Conroy-LaCivita at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at 518-860-5363.  

International Center of the Capital Region
423 State Street
Albany NY  12203
ICCRalbany.org


2011 ICCR Citizen Diplomat Appreciation Reception
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
5:30 – 7:30 PM
Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center
5 Quackenbush Square
Albany NY

The International Center of the Capital Region was chosen by the US Department of State to create the American experience for more than 200 emerging opinion-shapers from around the globe this past year.   Through hundreds of hours of professional visits, regional excursions, and neighborhood dinners, the Capital Region has made an indelible imprint of what is best in America for future leaders selected by the State Department through the International Vistor Leadership Program.  

At its annual reception on Tuesday at the Albany Visitors Center, the ICCR will recognize the hundreds of Capital Region “citizen diplomats” that opened their offices, their businesses, and their homes to “welcome the world and celebrate community.” Says Director of Community Relations, Diane Conroy-LaCivita, “It is remarkable how much we have to share, and Washington is discovering  that we have the resources to draw on for almost any topic:  entrepreneurship, women’s empowerment, public policy, agriculture, energy and the environment were real strengths of ours this year.  I am continually amazed at how to generous everybody is with their time and knowledge, and I know how much they get in return:  true friendships spring up with every exchange.”

Tuesday evening’s program will also recognize the tremendous positive impact that the ICCR has had on the local economy.  ICCR President Mike Gulotty estimates that  the ICCR’s programs have generated more than $500,000 in local business over the past year, and that this number will be surpassed in the coming months.   “The ICCR has tapped into the global energy that is right here in the Capital Region, and the international relationships we are building across the region and around the world hold tremendous potential.”  

The ICCR is a member of the National Council on International Visitors, and a World Affairs Council.

For more information about the International Center of the Capital Region, contact Director of Community Relations Diane Conroy-LaCivita at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or at 518-860-5363.  

You are cordially invited to the

2011 ICCR Citizen Diplomat
Appreciation Reception

Allow us to thank you for welcoming over 175 emerging world leaders to our region this year through the US State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program.  We couldn’t have done it without you!

International Cuisine and Wines will be served

Mark your Calendars

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center

5 Quackenbush Square

Albany

Parking behind the Albany Pump Station

RSVP by 12/03/11 to Cheryl Evola,  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

or call  (518) 708-7608

By DENNIS YUSKO Staff writer
Published 04:50 p.m., Wednesday, October 26, 2011

ALBANY -- To make this melting pot successful, add hard work, collaboration and patience. Avoid political disagreements and personal disputes.

That's Manoj Ajmera's recipe for the Festival of Nations, a colorful celebration of culture and diversity for four decades in the Capital Region. The 40th annual international showcase of food, friendship, dance and ethnic customs is set for Sunday from 11:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Empire State Plaza. It's Ajmera's 26th year as chairman.

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