USACC2012 Business Directory

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• Latest economic figures

• Government contacts in the U.S. and Azerbaijan

• Important contacts for investors

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Publication Information

U.S.-Azerbaijan Business Directory 2012

Publisher: The United States –Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC)

Publication Director: Mahir Iskender

Production Manager: Susan Sadigova

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

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ISBN 978-0-9826229-2-6

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TAblE oF CoNTENTSWelcome from the Executive Director ........................................................ 1

About USACC .................................................................................................. 2

Azerbaijan - Fact Sheet ................................................................................. 9Outlook 2012 .................................................................................................... 14

Economic Growth .............................................................................................. 14

Forecast Summary ........................................................................................... 15

Prospects for Trade and Investments ................................................................. 16

Useful Travel Information ................................................................................... 20

USACC Members ..........................................................................................25About USACC Membership ................................................................................ 25

Benefactor Members ......................................................................................... 27

Sustaining Members .......................................................................................... 36

Regular Members .............................................................................................. 41

Associate Members ........................................................................................... 59

U.S. Contacts ................................................................................................63U.S. Government ............................................................................................... 63

U.S. Government Agencies ................................................................................ 73

Major U.S. Non-Government Agencies ............................................................... 77

U.S. Organizations and Institutions .................................................................... 88

International Organizations in U.S. ................................................................... 101

Azerbaijani Contacts in U.S.............................................................................. 102

Azerbaijani Diaspora Organizations in U.S. ....................................................... 103

Azerbaijani Contacts ................................................................................. 109Azerbaijani Government................................................................................... 109

State Committees and Other Government Agencies .......................................... 121

Foreign Embassies in Azerbaijan ...................................................................... 125

International and Philanthropy Organizations in Azerbaijan ............................... 136

Trade and Industry Associations in Azerbaijan .................................................. 145

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business in Azerbaijan ............................................................................. 151Agriculture .....................................................................................................151

Beverages and Dairy Products ................................................................. 151Food Processing ..................................................................................... 152Meat / Fish ............................................................................................. 153Tobacco and Alcohol ............................................................................... 154

banking and Finance ......................................................................................155Banks ..................................................................................................... 155Insurance Companies.............................................................................. 158Investments ............................................................................................ 160

building, Construction and Real Estate ..........................................................162Construction Companies.......................................................................... 162Furniture and Interior Design ................................................................... 165Real Estate ............................................................................................. 167

business Services ...........................................................................................168Airlines ................................................................................................... 168Business Centers .................................................................................... 170Courier Services ...................................................................................... 172Hotels ..................................................................................................... 173Auto Sales and Car Rentals ..................................................................... 178Translation, Interpreting and Training ....................................................... 180Travel Agencies ....................................................................................... 181

Energy ............................................................................................................183Exploration Companies ............................................................................ 183Service Contractors ................................................................................. 186

Shipping/Freight Forwarders ...........................................................................191

Healthcare ......................................................................................................193Hospitals ................................................................................................ 193Medical Centers ...................................................................................... 194

IT and Telecom ...............................................................................................196

legal and Tax .................................................................................................200Law Firms, Tax and Audit ....................................................................... 200

Marketing and Advertising ..............................................................................203Advertising agencies ............................................................................... 203Market Research ..................................................................................... 205

Tourist Attraction and leisure .........................................................................206Art Galleries ............................................................................................ 206Concert Halls .......................................................................................... 207Museums ............................................................................................... 208Theaters ................................................................................................. 210Restaurants, Cafes and Bars ................................................................... 212Shopping ................................................................................................ 215

Index ............................................................................................................. 221Advertisers Index ............................................................................................230

12012 Business Directory

Welcome from the Executive Director

Dear friends and colleagues,

We are pleased to introduce the 2012 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 2012 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 2012 and hope you will call on the USACC should you have any specific questions or needs.

Sincerely,Mahir IskenderExecutive Director

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About USACCSince its inception in 1995, the United States - Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC) has been a vital resource for American companies seeking to establish long-term 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 adv.ocate 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 Baku-Tbilisi-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.