BCIU Annual Gala
Since 1984, BCIU’s members and special guests assemble annually in New York to celebrate the partnerships that encourage international trade and diplomacy. Since 2003, BCIU honors a distinguished member of the business community who embodies outstanding leadership and achievement in the international arena with the prestigious Dwight D. Eisenhower Global Leadership Award. Invitees include Heads of States, Foreign and U.S. Ambassadors, Officials from Multi-Lateral organizations, senior business executives from all sectors.
This beautiful evening consists of a cocktail reception followed by a formal dinner; spectacular music and drama with an intermission reception.
This festive and elegant annual event allows government officials and business executives to meet informally and network during an exquisite dining experience in a regal setting.
Honored Guests Recognized for the BCIU Eisenhower Global Leadership Award:
2007 Lakshmi N. Mittal, President and CEO of ArcelorMittal,
2006 Jeffrey Immelt, Chairman and CEO of GE,
2005 Lord John Browne, Group Executive of BP p.l.c.,
2004 Raymond Gilmartin, Chairman and CEO of Merck & Co., Inc.,
2003 Lee Raymond, Chairman and CEO of Exxon Mobil Corporation