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    General Assembly

    General Assembly

    We hosted hundreds of AGBU delegates and friends from around the world for our biennial General Assembly weekend. This was a unique series of events including a milestone General Assembly meeting welcoming our incoming President Sam Simonian followed by an unforgettable gala evening honoring the leadership and philanthropy of current President Berge Setrakian and Vera Setrakian.

    Click here to read our press release about AGBU 93rd General Assembly.

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    Access the text of Berge Setrakian’s address by clicking here,

    Sam Simonian's speech by clicking here,

    and His Holiness Karekin II's message by clicking here.

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    Berge and Vera Setrakian

     

    For nearly 50 years, AGBU President Berge Setrakian has been continuously engaged in the growth and development of our organization, cementing a legacy that redefines what effective leadership looks like in these ever changing and challenging times. 

    He and his wife Vera Nazarian Setrakian have demonstrated unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and respect for the founding principles of our century-old organization, earning both an exalted place in the modern history of AGBU.

    AGBU dedicated a heartfelt tribute to this couple who has led by example, with grace and with compassion.

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    Oct 10
    YP Welcome Night
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    YP Welcome Night

    Connect and meet with Young Professionals from around the world at this kick-off to the General Assembly weekend. Join AGBU Young Professionals of Greater New York as they host hundreds of YPs on the Lower East Side at this hidden speakeasy.

    Light apps served and 1 drink ticket per entry. 

    Event Details
    October 10, 2024
    07:30 pm - 11:30 pm (EST)
    Saint
    136 2nd Avenue
    New York, NY 10003
    United States
    $60
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    Delegates Conference
    Oct 11
    Delegates Workshop
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    Delegates Workshop

    Leadership from our international Districts, Chapters and Young Professionals groups are invited for our workshop conference.

    Doors open 9:30. Meeting begins promptly at 10:00.

    Business casual attire.

     

    Event Details
    October 11, 2024
    09:30 am - 01:00 pm (EST)
    Mandarin Oriental, New York
    80 Columbus Circle
    New York, NY 10023
    United States
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    APRI Conference
    Oct 11
    APRI New York Meeting
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    APRI New York Meeting

    The Applied Policy Research Institute of Armenia, or APRI Armenia, an independent think tank and policy accelerator based in Yerevan, will host a half-day conference covering Armenia’s domestic movements, its ongoing security and defense reforms, and the quest for peace and stability in the South Caucasus.

    Founded by AGBU at the end of the 2020 Nagorno-Karabagh War, APRI Armenia collaborates with thinkers and think tanks around the world to develop a brighter trajectory for Armenia’s future.

    1pm registration and lunch. 2pm sharp, conference begins.

    Business casual attire. 


    The APRI New York Meeting, “Armenia’s New Balance: Russia, the West, and the Future of the South Caucasus,” will include distinguished experts in regional and global affairs, including leading voices engaged in shaping Armenia’s policy future.

    The three-hour conference will cover Armenia’s new foreign policy balance between Russia and the West, the potential impact of the US presidential election on global stability, Armenia’s ongoing security and defense reforms, and the quest for peace and stability in the South Caucasus.

    See the full program of the event here.

    Event Details
    October 11, 2024
    01:00 pm - 05:00 pm (EST)
    Mandarin Oriental, New York
    80 Columbus Circle
    New York, NY 10023
    United States
    $50 (SOLD OUT)
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    Arvest, a night of rhythms and flavors
    Oct 11
    Arvest, A Night of Rhythms and Flavors
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    Arvest, A Night of Rhythms and Flavors

    Enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres as you immerse yourself in a night of musical appreciation and exploration.  Stroll from room to room and discover performances by local and global artists bringing the multi-faceted Armenian traditions to life.

    Note, this event has limited seating. Please dress accordingly.

    New York Chic attire.

                  


    PERFORMERS

    Lucy Yeghiazaryan Quintet

    A leading voice in American straight-ahead jazz, the quintet brings the richness of Armenian heritage together with love for the ultimate American artform.

    Gregory Dolbashian and Artyom Manukyan

    A modern dancer and electric cellist come together to create dynamic rhythms contrasted with free-flowing melodies.

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    Viola de Gamba duo artists Lucine Musaelian and Nathan Giorgetti bring lyrical folk and baroque tonalities to life in a contemporary context.

    Mher Mnatsakanyan and Antranig Kzirian

    Performing on classical clarinet, duduk, and the oud, the duo creates clear, captivating harmonies within blended musical styles.

    Event Details
    October 11, 2024
    07:00 pm - 10:00 pm (EST)
    Harold Pratt House
    58 E 68th St
    New York, NY 10065
    United States
    $200 General Tickets | $150 YP (SOLD OUT)
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    Official session of the AGBU 92nd General Assembly emceed by AGBU Central Board Member Arda Haratunian
    Oct 12
    General Assembly Meeting
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    Official session of the AGBU 92nd General Assembly emceed by AGBU Central Board Member Arda Haratunian
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    General Assembly Meeting

    Members and friends are invited to join our biennial meeting as we thank long-standing AGBU President Berge Setrakian and welcome Sam Simonian as incoming president of AGBU.

    Lunch served.

    Business attire.

    Event Details
    October 12, 2024
    11:00 am - 03:00 pm (EST)
    Mandarin Oriental, New York
    80 Columbus Circle
    New York, NY 10023
    United States
    $100
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    Gala
    Oct 12 - Oct 13
    Gala Honoring Berge & Vera Setrakian
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    Gala Honoring Berge & Vera Setrakian

    Join us for an evening celebrating the legacy of leadership and philanthropy of AGBU President Berge and Mrs. Vera Setrakian.

    After-party to follow.

    Formal attire.

    Event Details
    October 12, 2024 - October 13, 2024
    07:00 pm - 12:00 am (EST)
    Gotham Hall
    1356 Broadway
    New York, NY 10018
    United States
    $800 General Tickets | $650 YP (SOLD OUT)
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