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Eight CoreObjectives

From building bridges across communities to hosting our annual charity gala, every objective serves our commitment to empowering professional and business connections.

  1. 01

    Building Bridges

    Connecting communities through business, culture, and partnership

    Building bridges between Arabs, Arab Americans, and Americans, professionals and business communities through meaningful connections, cultural exchange, and economic partnership.

  2. 02

    Professional Development & Mentorship

    Fostering the next generation of leaders

    Foster the next generation of leaders through mentorship programs pairing emerging talent, students, and small business owners, including structured internship opportunities for organization members.

  3. 03

    Welcome to Washington

    Semi-annual "Who's Who" reception for newcomers

    A regular semi-annual social and reception event, welcoming new arrivals to our community — families, professionals, and businesses. Meet and Greet, connecting newcomers with resources and community leaders.

  4. 04

    Business & Cultural Roundtable

    Quarterly forums for collaboration and knowledge exchange

    Host regular business roundtables, guest-speaker forums, and networking events that facilitate collaboration and knowledge exchange among members and the broader business community.

  5. 05

    International Business Facilitation

    Two-way business engagement with the Arab world

    Support two-way business engagement with the Arab world through visits and opportunities. Hosting visiting delegations and facilitating travel for US professionals exploring partnership and investment opportunities.

  6. 06

    Investment & Partnership Development

    Facilitating investment among our members

    Facilitating investment opportunities by and within the members in the Metro DC area.

  7. 07

    Private Club

    The Arab House of Washington

    CBC envisions “The Arab House of Washington” as an exclusive cultural, social, business and dining club — membership only — to serve our community of 200,000, one of the most professional and successful communities in America. With investments by members of the diplomatic community, business leaders, professionals, and private institutional investors.

  8. 08

    Community Recognition & Philanthropy

    Annual Charity Gala celebrating excellence and service

    Host an Annual Gala to raise funds for Arab American and local charities, celebrating outstanding local and national community leaders, professionals, and businesses who exemplify excellence and service.