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Chilean-United States Symposium/Wine Reception


November 13, 2009 (Fri) from 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Free
Event ID #281121

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The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) invites you to join us the day before our annual Bacchanal! Wine Auction and Gala, which this year celebrates the wine and food of Chile, for an international symposium that will address the vibrant trade, economic, and investment opportunities that exist between Chile and the United States. Featured panelists will represent the fields of international economics, government and culture, agriculture and commodities, investment opportunities, and other areas.

A reception hosted by Wines of Chile U.S.A. immediately follows the symposium.

Symposium participants include:

The Honorable José Goñi, Chilean Ambassador to the United States
Mr. Walter Kemmsies, Ph.D., Chief Global Economist, Moffat & Nichol
Mr. Mark Kristoff, CEO, Traxys Worldwide
Sr. Aurelio Montes, Chairman, Viña Montes
Mr. Timothy Speiss, Partner, Eisner LLP (moderator)
Ms. Lori Tieszen, Executive Director of Wines of Chile U.S.A.

There is no charge for this event.  Seating is limited, reservations are required. RSVP to Judite Morais by November 5 at jmorais@pafa.org or by calling 215-972-2037. 

Sponsored by Eisner LLP and Traxys North America. Additional support for the symposium by Wines of Chile and DiBruno Bros.

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