Since 1984, The Armenian Network of America, Inc. ® has been a professionally-based community organization that has provided Armenian American professionals the opportunity to interact. For over twenty five years with chapters operating in three cities New York, Washington DC, and Los Angeles. Each chapter operates independently, catering to the dynamics of the designated geographic area.
The Armenian Network incorporates Regional Executive Committees, responsible for the management of Network activities/functions for a designated geographic area and a National Board of Directors, which oversees the management of the corporation. The Regions are able to network through the common databases, via telephone, email, and services hosted on this website, as well as during educational and social events. Regional interaction occurs at the Annual Conference where business and professional topics are presented and through communication channels maintained by the National Board. Community individuals are recognized for their success in their professional endeavors. For further information about the organizational structure of the Armenian Network of America please refer to our Charter and By-Laws (PDF document, 800Kb)
- Providing a forum for the advancement of Armenian Americans, integrating professional, cultural and social elements.
- Promoting the interests of the Armenian American community through a forum which is ecumenical, non-partisan, global and broad-minded in practice and in opinions.
- Addressing issues facing Armenians worldwide.
Network Chapters organize a variety of social and professional events to foster greater interaction among Armenian American professionals, address issues affecting the professionals and assisting with career opportunities. List of events held in the past:
WASHINGTON DC CHAPTER:
- Happy hours at popular local bars in Washington, DC
- Annual Armenian picnic in Maryland
- Annual camping trip to a National Park in Virginia
- Pan-Armenian Food Fest
- Joint conference with the Armenian Environmental Network in Washington DC
- Annual Armenian Christmas Party at the Embassy of the Republic of Armenia
- Book lecture events with new and seasoned authors
- Speaker events on selected and relevant subject matters
- Resume building workshop with members of SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management)
NEW YORK CHAPTER:
- Annual Ultimate Summer Happy Hour at the Bryant Park Cafe
- Annual Thanksgiving Eve Party co-sponsored with AGBU-YP, ASA-NY, AYF-NJ, AYF-NY
- Book lecture events with new and seasoned authors
- Various cultural and speaking events on selected and relevant subject matters co-sponsored with The Zohrab Center