
🌟 EACC Gala Dinner 2025: A Celebration of Excellence, Unity & Progress
Date: May 15, 2025
📍 Location: MGM National Harbor
🏛️ Welcome from the President
The Ethio-American Chamber of Commerce (EACC) hosted its most elegant and impactful event yet — the Annual Gala Dinner — at the stunning MGM National Harbor. The event brought together over 350 guests, including entrepreneurs, diplomats, officials, and community members.
Mr. Elias Woldu, President of EACC, opened the evening with a powerful message:
“Tonight is not just a celebration of what we’ve achieved — it is a reminder that our unity is our greatest strength.”
🎤 Inspiring Keynote by Jennifer Rose
The evening’s keynote speaker, Jennifer Rose from the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce, delivered a moving speech highlighting the value of cultural diversity and regional collaboration:
“The Ethio-American Chamber stands as a model of how cultural identity and economic opportunity can work hand-in-hand to build a thriving community.”
🏆 Honoring Community Leaders
We proudly presented the 2025 EACC Honors Awards to six outstanding individuals for their lasting contributions in business, leadership, and service:
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Tadiwos Belete – Entrepreneur & hospitality visionary
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Fesseha Molalign – Community advocate & youth mentor
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Amman Fessehazion – Business leader & media strategist
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Amsale Geletu – Successful entrepreneur & philanthropist
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Robel Mamo – Founder of Community Kitchen Program
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Azeb Ataro – Restaurateur & cultural ambassador
Their stories inspire the next generation of leaders.
🎶 Culture, Cuisine & Connection
The Gala featured:
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Gourmet dinner
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Traditional African music and dance
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Networking across industries and generations
The evening beautifully blended cultural celebration with professional connection.
🙏 Thank You to Our Sponsors
Special thanks to our incredible sponsors whose support made this event possible:
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Colonial Parking
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Berhan Healthcare
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Moodday Bank
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Addis Tech
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Frank Remit
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Mark Computing & Taxes
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Ultimate Tax Solution
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Morning Aroma
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Alliance Health Care
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Total Event Solution
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Sheger Spring Café
📣 Coming Up: African Roots & Cultures Festival
Join us for our next major event:
🎉 African Roots & Cultures Festival
📅 Sunday, June 22, 2025
📍 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD
🎶 Music • Food • Business • Culture • Family Fun
🔗 Stay Connected
🔍 Website: www.EthioAmericanChamber.org
📱 Instagram & Facebook: @EthioAmChamber
📧 Email: info@ethioamericanchamber.org
Together, we rise. Together, we thrive.
Honorees and Sponsors:
Honoring Community Leaders
We proudly presented the 2025 EACC Honors Awards to six outstanding individuals for their lasting contributions in business, leadership, and service:
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