Connecting Lebanese & U.S. Businesses

The Lebanese American Business Council unites business leaders, investors and institutions across the United States and Lebanon.

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Overview

The Lebanese American Business Council (LAB-C), a non-profit organization based in Washington, DC, brings together companies and professionals committed to strengthening commercial ties between the United States and Lebanon. The Council creates direct channels to opportunity on both sides.

LAB-C is the premier business advocacy organization for Lebanese businessmen and U.S. companies. The Council represents a variety of industries, including consumer goods, defense, energy, healthcare, infrastructure, logistics, security, technology, and travel and tourism.

Lebanese entrepreneurs and companies that share the objectives of the Council may be eligible for membership. Access to LAB-C benefits requires approval of membership, which takes up to 10 working days from the date of application.

Mission

Introduce Lebanese and U.S. businessmen and investors to economic and production potentials.

Support Lebanese businessmen with information on investments, financial instruments, and the legal framework and regulations governing trade and investment opportunities.

Vision: building a bridge

Encourage the exchange of knowledge and experience, and facilitate communication between organizations, companies, associations, governments, institutions, and economic and financial bodies.

Actively seek to remove obstacles to investment and to the exchange of goods and services. Encourage bilateral cooperation agreements, monitor how they are applied, and submit proposals and recommendations to develop current agreements and protocols.

Benefits

The Council advances its mission and its members' interests through programs and direct engagement with Lebanese businessmen and U.S. government officials and business leaders. Members also get access to market intelligence, member-to-member connections and logistical support. Our work focuses on four key areas.

Advocacy

Leading efforts by engaging officials to apply uniform and transparent procurement processes and regulations.

Access

LAB-C hosts key events in DC and multiple major cities.

Information

Monthly newsletters keep members updated.

Trade missions

Business missions engage government officials to better understand and grow the commercial relationship between the U.S. and Lebanon.

Media

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2024 Delegation

Subject: Strengthening Ties: Your Role in Enhancing Lebanon-U.S. Relations & Save the Date for SelectUSA 2025!

Dear LABC Members,

We hope this message finds you well! As a valued member of the Lebanese American Business Council (LABC), you play an essential role in promoting and strengthening the relationship between Lebanon and the United States. Together, we’ve seen great strides in enhancing mutual understanding, trade, investment, and cultural exchange.

Reflecting on Our Participation in SelectUSA 2024

This year, our organization had the privilege of participating in SelectUSA 2024, a premier event that brings together business leaders, investors, and government officials from around the world to explore opportunities in the U.S. market. Your engagement with SelectUSA has been instrumental in showcasing Lebanon’s growing economic potential and the opportunities it offers to U.S. companies.

By attending this event, you are not only connecting with key stakeholders in U.S. industries, but also reinforcing the economic and diplomatic ties between Lebanon and the U.S. Your participation helps facilitate valuable partnerships, open doors for investment, and pave the way for a brighter future for both nations.

Why Your Membership Matters

Being part of LABC goes beyond networking and business opportunities. Your membership strengthens the collective voice of Lebanon’s diaspora and fosters collaboration between the two nations on many levels—from trade and business to cultural diplomacy and innovation. As a member, you contribute directly to our shared mission of promoting economic development, advocating for favorable policies, and helping to establish long-lasting relationships that benefit Lebanon, the U.S., and our communities.

Your support empowers us to continue hosting events, providing resources, and creating platforms for dialogue that directly impact Lebanon’s global position. Together, we can amplify our efforts to ensure that Lebanon is well represented on the global stage.

Save the Date: SelectUSA 2025, May 11-14

Looking ahead, we’re excited to announce that SelectUSA 2025 will be hosted in the U.S., and we encourage you to mark your calendars! This event will once again provide an unparalleled opportunity to connect with American business leaders, investors, and policymakers.

Whether you’re a seasoned participant or new to the SelectUSA experience, your involvement in 2025 will be crucial to building on the momentum we’ve established and driving future collaborations between Lebanon and the United States. We’ll be sharing more details about how you can get involved soon, so stay tuned!

In Closing

Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to LABC. Together, we are making a lasting impact, and we look forward to continuing this journey with you. Should you have any questions or want to learn more about upcoming opportunities, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team.

Warmest regards,

Michael Tfaili
Managing Director
Lebanese American Business Council
1906 Sunderland PL
Washington, D.C. 20036

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The Lebanese American Business Council at SelectUSA

The Lebanese American Business Council, at SelectUSA, cordially invites you to a formal cocktail reception followed by dinner to welcome the Lebanese Private Sector Delegation attending the highest profile event in the U.S dedicated to promoting Foreign Direct Investment. This gathering will be an opportunity to network and discuss potential investment ideas with SelectUSA participants.

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

The University Club of Washington DC,
1135 16th Street NW, Washington DC 20036

RSVP by Friday, June 14 to: info@lab-c.org or (904) 852-0885

Business Casual/Jacket

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The Lebanese American Business Council at SelectUSA

Monday May 12, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

The University Club of Washington DC,
1135 16th Street NW, Washington DC 20036

RSVP by Thursday, May 1 to: info@lab-c.org or (904) 852-0885

Business Casual/Jacket

Business Advisory and Support

Membership enables Lebanese business entrepreneurs from anywhere to discover what can be accomplished. Through LAB-C, important information is available in one place, so the Council serves as a one-stop shop for members to communicate and exchange information.

High-level introductions
Custom consultations
Exclusive access
Assigned account executives

We provide customized business advice and support to U.S. and Lebanese companies, including in-depth analysis of political, economic and regulatory issues, partner identification and qualification, and early relationship troubleshooting. LAB-C also conducts background research on subscribers, directly or discreetly, to confirm their standing and reputation and to check that they follow international compliance practices.

Meet our members

LAB-C members include U.S. and Lebanese companies across industries such as energy, healthcare, infrastructure, logistics and technology. The member directory has not been added yet.

Engagement levels

Corporate

Access to LAB-C's Economic Reports and Membership Portal
8 hours of complimentary market research and business advisory services by Council research staff
A letter of invitation for traveling to Washington, plus access to expedited visa processing
Member-only subscriptions to economic and industry reports
Opportunity to raise your company profile on the LAB-C website, publications and social media
Sponsorship opportunities to gain exposure and connect with U.S. businesses

Gold

All Corporate benefits, plus:

Prioritized engagement and frequent access to Council senior leadership
VIP seating and exclusive meet and greets at events
Invitation to private executive discussions
Pre-dinner reception with dignitaries at selected events
Facilitation of direct access to VIPs before selected events
Briefings for U.S. and Lebanese executives and on-site training

Platinum

All Corporate and Gold benefits, plus:

Leadership role in setting LAB-C's strategic direction
Eligibility for LAB-C CEO-only events
Eligibility to serve on the LAB-C Board
Eligibility to speak at events, conferences and webinars
25 customized research and business advisory hours
Invitation to VIP events and a choice of private events
Exclusive priority for your brand to be promoted in both markets

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Resources

Tools and reports for LAB-C members.

Economic Reports (Restricted to Members)

Membership Portal

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Contact

Address: 1906 Sunderland Pl, Washington, DC 20036
Email: info@lab-c.org
Phone: +1 (202) 658-3325

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