AmCham Azərbaycan “Dayanıqlılıq və Enerji Transformasiyası” mövzusunda “Technovation by PMI” Forumuna həmtəşkilatçılıq edib

11 iyun 2026-cı il tarixində Azərbaycanda Amerika Ticarət Palatası (AmCham Azərbaycan) Bakıda keçirilən və beynəlxalq səviyyədə tanınan “Technovation by PMI” Forumuna həmtəşkilatçılıq edib. Forum dövlət qurumlarının nümayəndələrini, qabaqcıl biznes ictimaiyyətini və müvafiq sahələr üzrə ekspertləri bir araya gətirərək, elm və innovasiyanın iqtisadiyyatın və müxtəlif sənaye sahələrinin gələcəyinin formalaşdırılmasındakı roluna dair müzakirələr üçün platforma yaradıb.“Technovation by PMI” innovasiya, elm və tənzimləmə məsələləri ətrafında dialoqu təşviq edən beynəlxalq forumlar silsiləsinin tərkib hissəsidir.Müzakirələr zamanı vurğulanıb ki, elmi araşdırmalarla dəstəklənən texnoloji tərəqqi iqtisadiyyatın və biznes modellərinin transformasiyasına töhfə verməklə yanaşı, ictimai maraqların təmin edilməsində də mühüm rol oynaya bilər. İştirakçılar həmçinin innovasiyaların təşviqi, yeni texnologiyaların potensial üstünlüklərinin reallaşdırılması və əlverişli innovasiya ekosisteminin formalaşdırılması baxımından aydın və proqnozlaşdırıla bilən tənzimləmə mühitinin, eləcə də sübuta əsaslanan siyasət yanaşmalarının əhəmiyyətini müzakirə ediblər. Tədbir AmCham Azərbaycanın Prezidenti cənab Dəyanət Sadullayevin açılış nitqi ilə başlayıb. O, innovasiyaya əsaslanan inkişafın təşviqi məqsədilə dövlət qurumları, biznes ictimaiyyəti və beynəlxalq tərəfdaşlar arasında konstruktiv dialoq və əməkdaşlığın əhəmiyyətini vurğulayıb. Forum iştirakçılarını salamlayan Azərbaycan Respublikasının İqtisadiyyat nazirinin müşaviri cənab Hüseyn Hüseynov, Azərbaycanın iqtisadi inkişaf prioritetləri və uzunmüddətli rifahın təmin edilməsində qeyri-neft-qaz sektorunun artan rolu barədə fikirlərini bölüşüb.Daha sonra PMI şirkətinin MDB regionu üzrə Xarici Əlaqələr Direktoru cənab Aleksey Kim çıxış edərək innovasiyaları təşviq edən, dövlət-özəl sektor tərəfdaşlığını gücləndirən və cəmiyyət üçün fayda yaradan tənzimləmə və vergi siyasətinin vacibliyini qeyd edib.Forum çərçivəsində keçirilən “Qeyri-neft-qaz sektorunun təşviqi və inkişafı yolu ilə iqtisadi diversifikasiya” mövzusunda ilk panel sessiyasında Azərbaycanın iqtisadi transformasiyasını dəstəkləyən imkanlar və siyasət prioritetləri müzakirə olunub. Paneldə Azərbaycan Respublikasının Energetika nazirinin müavini cənab Elnur Soltanov, Ələt Azad İqtisadi Zonasının Səlahiyyətli Qurumunun İdarə Heyətinin sədri cənab Valeh Ələsgərov və Dördüncü Sənaye İnqilabının Təhlili və Koordinasiya Mərkəzinin (4SİM) İcraçı Direktoru cənab Fariz Cəfərov çıxış ediblər. Sessiyanın moderatoru AmCham Azərbaycanın İnnovasiyalar və Rəqəmsal İqtisadiyyat Komitəsinin sədr müavini, PASHA Financial Holding şirkətinin İnnovasiyalar üzrə rəhbəri xanım Tuğra Musayeva olub.Müzakirələr ikinci panel sessiyasında “Zərərin azaldılması və dayanıqlı inkişaf istiqamətində korporativ transformasiya” mövzusu ilə davam edib. Bu sessiyada, şirkətlərin dəyişən bazar tələblərinə uyğunlaşmaq, dayanıqlılığı artırmaq və uzunmüddətli dəyər yaratmaq məqsədilə innovasiya, texnologiya və elmi nailiyyətlərdən necə istifadə etdikləri müzakirə olunub. Paneldə Acwa şirkətinin İcraçı-idarəedici Direktoru Dr. Uyqar Durgunay, bp şirkətinin Transformasiya və Texnologiyalar üzrə meneceri xanım Marianna Kərimova və PMI şirkətinin Elmi Fəaliyyətlər üzrə Direktoru xanım Tomoko İida çıxış ediblər. Sessiyanın moderatoru PMI şirkətinin nümayəndəsi cənab Oleksii Kalynichenko olub.“Technovation elmə əsaslanan innovasiyalara və açıq dialoqa sadiqliyimizi əks etdirir. Sübuta əsaslanan tənzimləmə bu prosesdə mühüm rol oynayır, innovasiyaların inkişafı və daha yaxşı alternativlərə çıxış üçün şəffaf və proqnozlaşdırıla bilən fəaliyyət mühiti yaradır”– deyə PMI şirkətinin Qafqaz regionu üzrə İdarəedici Direktoru cənab Yuri Qordok bildirib.Tədbir AmCham Azərbaycanın İcraçı Direktoru cənab Zaur Kərimovun yekun nitqi ilə başa çatıb. O, bu kimi təşəbbüslərin Azərbaycanın innovasiya və gələcəyə yönəlmiş dialoq üçün mühüm platforma kimi mövqeyinin gücləndirilməsində əhəmiyyətli rol oynadığını qeyd edib. Cənab Kərimov həmçinin tədbirin uğurla keçirilməsinə verdikləri töhfəyə görə bütün spikerlərə, iştirakçılara, dövlət qurumlarının nümayəndələrinə və PMI şirkətinə təşəkkürünü bildirib. O vurğulayıb ki, tədbirin uğuru innovasiyaların təşviqi, bilik mübadiləsinin genişləndirilməsi və Azərbaycanın dayanıqlı iqtisadi inkişafına dəstək göstərilməsi istiqamətində ortaq öhdəliyin göstəricisidir.150-dən çox iştirakçının, o cümlədən yüksək səviyyəli biznes ictimaiyyəti, dövlət qurumlarının nümayəndələri, digər aidiyyəti tərəflər, eləcə də yerli və beynəlxalq media nümayəndələrinin qatıldığı tədbir mövzunun aktuallığını və əhəmiyyətini bir daha nümayiş etdirib. Qeyd edək ki, 2026-cı ildə “Technovation” forumu artıq ABŞ və İsveçdə də uğurla təşkil olunub.  

AmCham Azerbaijan Participated in the 31st International Caspian Oil & Gas Exhibition as Part of Baku Energy Week 2026

On June 1-3, 2026 the American Chamber of Commerce in Azerbaijan (AmCham Azerbaijan) participated in 31st International Caspian Oil and Gas Exhibition – one is the largest event in the energy sector in the Caspian region. This year, 274 companies from 44 countries confirmed their participation in the event, bringing together global energy leaders, government institutions, investors, and industry experts. The event is traditionally supported by the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Azerbaijan, while the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) serves as the General Partner.AmCham Azerbaijan proudly participated in Baku Energy Week as both an exhibitor and information partner. This role reflects the Chamber’s strong engagement with Azerbaijan’s energy sector and the active involvement of numerous leading energy companies among its membership. Through its participation, AmCham continued to support dialogue, cooperation, and the exchange of ideas among key stakeholders in the energy industry.The official opening ceremony of the 31st International Caspian Oil & Gas Exhibition, held within the framework of Baku Energy Week, took place at the Baku Expo Center with the participation of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Mr. Ilham Aliyev. The President’s presence once again underscored the strategic importance and international standing of Baku Energy Week as one of the region’s leading energy platforms. Bringing together government officials, global energy leaders, investors, and industry experts, the event continues to play a pivotal role in fostering international energy dialogue, strengthening strategic partnerships, and advancing cooperation across the global energy sector.During the exhibition, Iteca Caspian and Caspian Event Organizers (CEO) marked the occasion of AmCham Azerbaijan’s 30th anniversary by presenting the Chamber with a commemorative gift in recognition of its longstanding contribution to the development of Azerbaijan’s business environment and international cooperation. 

AmCham Azerbaijan Hosted a Conference on Bridging the Gap Between Legal Education and Business Expectations

On June 5, 2026, AmCham Azerbaijan organized a conference titled “Bridging the Gap: Legal Education and Business Expectations”, initiated by the Chamber’s Legal & Compliance Committee.The event commenced with opening remarks delivered by Mr. Zaur Karimov, Executive Director of AmCham Azerbaijan, who welcomed participants and highlighted the importance of strengthening the link between legal education and the evolving needs of the business community. In his remarks, Mr. Karimov also expressed sincere appreciation to the relevant government institutions, the leadership of AmCham Azerbaijan’s Legal & Compliance Committee, academic partners, legal professionals, and all stakeholders who contributed their expertise and valuable input to the organization of the conference. He further acknowledged the invaluable contribution of Azerbaijan’s legal, regulatory, and academic institutions, whose continued collaboration has been instrumental in advancing AmCham’s legal and compliance agenda.The conference was opened with remarks from Mr. Anar Baghirov, Chairman of the Azerbaijani Bar Association, who addressed several pressing challenges facing the legal education sphere. He shared his perspectives on the existing gaps between academic training and practical legal work, underscoring the need for continuous modernization of legal education to better equip graduates for the realities of the profession.The conference featured two panel discussions and an interactive session bringing together representatives from government institutions, academia, legal associations, law firms, and the corporate sector.The first panel discussion, moderated by Ms. Bahar Kavuzova, Chairperson of the AmCham Legal & Compliance Committee, focused on “Expectations from the Next Generation of Legal Professionals.” The discussion brought together Mr. Fazil Hasanaliyev, Head of the Scientific-Educational Center of the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Republic of Azerbaijan; Mr. Amir Aliyev, Director of the Training Center of the Azerbaijani Bar Association; and  Mr. Rashad Ibadov, Dean of the Faculty of Law at ADA University. The panel explored the competencies, practical skills, and professional qualities expected from future legal professionals and examined how legal education can evolve to better address the needs of both the public and private sectors.The conference continued with an interactive session titled “The Employer of the Future Meets the Lawyer of the Future,” featuring  AmCham Board Member Mr. Kamil Valiyev, Co-Managing Partner for Azerbaijan at Dentons Baku Office, Mr. Tural Damirov, Treasurer of ELSA Azerbaijan, and Ms. Aynur Aliyeva, Secretary General of ALSA Azerbaijan. The discussion provided valuable perspectives on the expectations of employers and young legal professionals, highlighting opportunities for closer collaboration between educational institutions and the legal profession.The second panel discussion, moderated by Mr. Fuad Gashamov, Deputy Chairperson of the AmCham Legal & Compliance Committee, addressed “Current Challenges in the Professional Development of Legal Professionals.” The panel featured Ms. Leyla Hasanova Shahingoz, Head of Corporate Legal and M&A Department at NEQSOL Holding; Mr. Ilham Huseynov, Director of Legal Affairs Department at PASHA Bank; and Mr. Seymur Niftaliyev, Director of KPMG Law Azerbaijan & KPMG Law Uzbekistan and Member of the Azerbaijan Bar Association. The speakers discussed the challenges faced by employers in developing legal talent, the growing importance of practical experience and specialized skills, and the role of legal education in supporting the professional growth of legal practitioners.The conference concluded with closing remarks by Mr. Kamil Valiyev, who reflected on the diverse perspectives shared throughout the event and underscored the value of open dialogue in addressing the changing needs of the legal profession. He expressed appreciation to the speakers and participants for contributing to a meaningful exchange of ideas and practical insights.

AmCham Banking, Finance and Insurance Committee Holds June Meeting on the Future of Financial Cybersecurity in the Age of AI

On June 3, 2026, AmCham Azerbaijan’s Banking, Finance and Insurance Committee organized a session titled “The Future of Financial Cybersecurity in the Age of AI”.The event commenced with opening remarks delivered by Mr. Vugar Namazov, Deputy Chair of the AmCham Banking, Finance and Insurance Committee, who welcomed participants and underscored the timeliness and significance of the topic amid the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and digital technologies. Mr. Namazov also introduced the speakers and set the stage for the discussions that followed.The session featured keynote presentations by distinguished international experts from Mastercard. Mr. Cihan Salihoglu, Vice President, Cyber Advisory at Mastercard Eastern Europe, Middle East & Africa, opened the discussions by exploring the evolving cybersecurity landscape in the age of artificial intelligence. He shared insights into emerging technologies, digital trust, cyber risk management, and the transformative impact of AI-driven solutions on businesses, consumers, and financial institutions.The event continued with an executive panel discussion moderated by Mr. Resat Kokcen from Mastercard Eastern Europe. The discussion brought together leading cybersecurity professionals, including Mr. Shahmar Hajiyahyayev from the Innovation and Digital Development Agency; Mr. Elnur Eyvazli from the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan; Ms. Sona Talibova-Alizade from PASHA Financial Holding; and Mr. Nadir Jabiyev from Unibank.The panelists exchanged views on strengthening cyber resilience, enhancing digital trust, managing risks associated with emerging technologies, and building secure digital ecosystems capable of adapting to rapidly evolving cyber threats. The discussion also addressed the growing role of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity, regulatory considerations, operational resilience, and the future of secure digital transformation across the financial sector.The session concluded with a keynote presentation by Mr. Suheyl Hamavioglu, Director, Cyber Security Products Management at Mastercard Eastern Europe, Middle East & Africa, who shared regional perspectives on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and developments affecting financial institutions. He highlighted the importance of proactive risk management, regulatory compliance, and strategic investment in cybersecurity capabilities to address increasingly sophisticated threat environments.The event served as an important platform for dialogue and knowledge sharing, reinforcing the significance of collaboration among financial institutions, technology providers, regulators, and cybersecurity professionals in strengthening the resilience of Azerbaijan’s digital economy.The session concluded with an engaging Q&A discussion, during which participants had the opportunity to raise questions and exchange views directly with the speakers. The interactive dialogue generated insightful conversations on the challenges and opportunities presented by artificial intelligence, cybersecurity risks, and the future of digital trust, allowing attendees to benefit from the speakers’ expertise and practical experience. 

AmCham Azerbaijan and PASHA Bank Hold Joint Session on PASHA Bank’s IPO

The American Chamber of Commerce in Azerbaijan (AmCham Azerbaijan), in partnership with PASHA Bank, hosted a joint session dedicated to PASHA Bank’s upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO), bringing together AmCham members and representatives of the business community to discuss one of the most significant developments in Azerbaijan’s financial sector.The session featured presentations by Mr. Kamil Allahverdiyev, Director of Treasury at PASHA Bank, and Mr. Ramin Abbasov, Head of Local Brokerage Division at PASHA Capital, who shared insights into PASHA Bank’s investment proposition, the current macroeconomic environment, and the evolving landscape of Azerbaijan’s capital markets.During the event, attendees gained a deeper understanding of PASHA Bank’s growth journey, financial performance, strategic priorities, and the opportunities presented by the bank’s IPO. The speakers also highlighted the broader role of public offerings in strengthening the country’s investment ecosystem and promoting the development of local capital markets.The discussion provided participants with valuable perspectives on market trends, investor expectations, and the significance of increasing public participation in Azerbaijan’s financial sector. The event also served as a platform for an engaging exchange of views between industry professionals and members of the business community.AmCham Azerbaijan extends its sincere appreciation to PASHA Bank for its partnership and support in organizing this event and thanks all participants for their active engagement and contributions to the discussion. 

AmCham Sustainable Development and Corporate Impact Committee Holds June Meeting

On June 3, 2026, AmCham Azerbaijan’s Sustainable Development and Corporate Impact Committee (SD&CI), within the framework of Energy Week, organized a session titled “Energy Transition in Practice: Renewables, Green Fuels, and Hard-to-Abate Sectors”.The event commenced with opening remarks delivered by Mr. Jeyhun Atayev, Deputy Chairperson of the AmCham Sustainable Development and Corporate Impact Committee, who welcomed participants and emphasized the importance of fostering dialogue on sustainable energy solutions and supporting Azerbaijan’s ongoing energy transition agenda. Mr. Atayev also moderated the panel discussion throughout the session.The session featured presentations by leading industry experts. Mr. Vitaliy Yakovlev, Managing Partner of KPMG Azerbaijan, opened the discussions by sharing insights into the global energy transition landscape, highlighting key market trends, investment opportunities, and the challenges organizations face in translating sustainability ambitions into practical outcomes. He also addressed the role of innovation, policy frameworks, and private sector engagement in accelerating the transition toward a more sustainable energy future.The keynote session continued with Mr. Elchin Targuluyev, Director of the Technology and Innovations Department at SOCAR Green, who discussed recent developments in renewable energy technologies and the growing importance of green fuels in supporting long-term decarbonization efforts. Drawing on practical experience from the sector, he shared perspectives on technological innovation, project implementation, and the opportunities emerging within Azerbaijan’s evolving energy ecosystem.The session concluded with a presentation by Mr. Rashad Osmanov, Geocycle Manager and Director at Binacycle LLC, who focused on the role of circular economy principles and sustainable industrial practices in supporting the energy transition. He shared practical examples of alternative fuel solutions, resource efficiency initiatives, and waste management strategies that contribute to reducing environmental impact while enhancing operational sustainability.AmCham Azerbaijan extends its sincere gratitude to the team at Kolektif House for hosting the event and for their valued support in facilitating this important discussion. Their hospitality and commitment to fostering collaboration provided an excellent setting for meaningful dialogue and knowledge exchange among participants and speakers.The session concluded with a brief Q&A discussion, allowing participants to engage directly with the speakers and exchange views on the opportunities and challenges associated with energy transition initiatives.

May Masterclass on Getting into the Top 10 US Universities

On May 24, 2026, an exclusive in-person masterclass titled “Harvard Admissions in Baku: A Masterclass on Getting into the Top 10 US Universities” was organized for AmCham members, with the support of Crimson Education and upon the initiative of the AmCham Education & Vocational Working Group.Guest Speaker of the event was Mr. Benito Rodriguez, Harvard University alumnus and former Harvard Admissions Interviewer.The event commenced with opening remarks by Ms. Leyla Isgenderova, Deputy Chairperson of the AmCham Education & Vocational Working Group, who warmly welcomed participants and highlighted the importance of expanding international educational opportunities for Azerbaijani students. The session was followed by a welcome speech from Ms. Yevgeniya Aliyeva, Academic Advisor at Crimson Education, who emphasized Crimson Education’s commitment to guiding students through the highly competitive admissions processes of the world’s leading universities.The keynote session was continued by Mr. Benito Rodriguez, who shared valuable insights into how top US universities assess international applicants and discussed the latest trends shaping today’s admissions landscape. His presentation covered a wide range of topics, including building strong academic and extracurricular profiles, avoiding common application mistakes, and developing competitive applications for institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Princeton, and other top-ranked universities.The masterclass brought together high school students, parents, school counselors, and individuals interested in pursuing undergraduate studies in the United States, providing attendees with practical guidance and insider perspectives on admissions to top-tier US universities.The event concluded with an engaging interactive discussion and Q&A session, during which participants had the opportunity to directly engage with the speaker on topics including admissions interviews, scholarship opportunities, extracurricular involvement, essay writing, application strategies, and long-term academic planning. The discussion encouraged active participation and offered attendees valuable practical insights into successfully navigating the admissions processes of leading global institutions. The masterclass concluded with closing remarks delivered by Ms. Leyla Isgenderova and Ms. Yevgeniya Aliyeva, who thanked the participants for their active engagement and emphasized the importance of continuing to support Azerbaijani students in accessing world-class educational opportunities and global academic networks. 

AmCham Azerbaijan, AccessBank, və Neurotime süni intellekt hakatonunun qaliblərini elan etdilər

23 May, 2026-ci il tarixində, Azərbaycanda Amerika Ticarət Palatasının (AmCham Azerbaijan) təşkilatçılığı, AccessBank və Neurotime tərəfdaşlığı ilə keçirilən “Building with AI: From Idea to Working Product” birgünlük innovasiya hakatonu uğurla başa çatıb.23 may 2026-cı il tarixində keçirilən hakatona iştirak üçün 600-dən çox müraciət daxil olub. Müraciətlər arasından seçilən 60 iştirakçı süni intellekt texnologiyalarından istifadə etməklə öz ideyalarını qısa müddət ərzində işlək məhsul və prototiplərə çevirmək imkanı əldə edib.Hakaton çərçivəsində iştirakçılar komandalar şəklində çalışaraq ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Lovable, Replit, Zapier, müxtəlif API-lər və digər müasir AI platformalarından istifadə etməklə innovativ həllər hazırlayıb və günün sonunda münsiflər heyəti qarşısında təqdim ediblər. Komandalar proses boyunca təcrübəli mentorların dəstəyi ilə təmin olunub.Münsiflər heyətinin qiymətləndirməsinə əsasən hakatonun qalibləri aşağıdakı komandalar olub:I yer — Rufina Rəhimli, İbrahim Hüseynov, Nuray Qasımzadə II yer — Emil Qallacov, Məhəmməd Babayev III yer —Elçin Yusubov, İmran Hacıyev, Hüseyn Həsənzadə Qeyd edək ki, “Building with AI: From Idea to Working Product” hakatonunun ümumi mükafat fondu 5 000 AZN təşkil edib. Qaliblərə aşağıdakı məbləğlərdə pul mükafatları təqdim olunub:I yer — 2 500 AZN II yer — 1 500 AZN III yer — 1 000 AZN Hakatonun əsas məqsədi Azərbaycanda süni intellekt və innovasiya ekosisteminin inkişafına töhfə vermək, gənclərin və texnologiya həvəskarlarının praktiki bacarıqlarını artırmaq, eləcə də innovativ məhsulların yaranmasını təşviq etmək olub. Tədbir iştirakçılar üçün həm öyrənmək, həm də şəbəkələşmək baxımından mühüm platforma rolunu oynayıb.     

AmCham Banking, Finance and Insurance (BFI) Committee Holds May Session

On May 21, 2026, the AmCham Banking, Finance and Insurance (BFI) Committee hosted a session titled “Transforming Financial Services: AI, Modelling and the New Banking Paradigm” The session opened with welcoming remarks by Ms. Gunay Jalilova, Deputy CEO of Yelo Bank and Chairperson of the AmCham Azerbaijan BFI Committee. In her opening speech, she highlighted the growing importance of innovation, digital transformation, and data-driven decision-making in shaping the future of the banking and finance sector.The keynote part of the event featured presentations from distinguished international experts. Mr. Taşkın Osman Aksoy, CEO and Co-Founder of Linktera, delivered a presentation titled “Finding the Signal in the Noise: Reimagining Modelling and Decisioning with Agentic AI and Synthetic Data,” where he explored the transformative impact of agentic AI technologies and synthetic data on financial modelling and strategic decision-making processes. The discussion continued with a keynote speech by Mr. Dave Ferguson, Principal Pre-Sales Solution Architect at SAS, who addressed the future implications of artificial intelligence for the financial services industry. His presentation focused on the opportunities AI creates for operational efficiency, customer experience, and risk management within modern banking ecosystems. One of the central highlights of the event was the executive panel discussion titled “Basel III Unpacked – The Future of Risk-Adjusted Portfolio Management and Pricing.” The panel brought together leading professionals from the banking, analytics, and regulatory sectors, including Mr. Dave Ferguson, Mr. Valeh Nabiyev, Chief Data & AI Officer at Bir ecosystem, Mr. Celil Ertürk Yılmaz, Head of Analytical Balance Sheet Management at Ziraat Katılım Bankası, and Mr.İskender Kaycı, Head of Regulation and Credit Risk at Linktera. The session was moderated by Salih Sertbaş, Head of Analytics and Modelling at Linktera. The panel explored key developments in Basel III frameworks, risk-adjusted pricing methodologies, model governance, and the growing role of AI-powered analytics in portfolio management and financial decision-making.Throughout the event, speakers shared practical insights drawn from their extensive international experience in banking supervision, credit risk modelling, AI integration, regulatory compliance, and digital transformation initiatives. Discussions also emphasized the importance of balancing technological innovation with regulatory resilience and sustainable financial growth. The session concluded with closing insights delivered by Mr. Taşkın Osman Aksoy, summarizing the key takeaways of the discussions and highlighting the strategic importance of collaboration between financial institutions, technology providers, and regulatory stakeholders in navigating the future banking paradigm. The event ended with an interactive Q&A and networking session, allowing participants to exchange perspectives and continue discussions on the future of AI-driven financial services.

AmCham Human Resources and Labor Committee Holds May Webinar

On May 20, 2026, the AmCham Human Resources and Labor Committee hosted a webinar titled “Employee Wellbeing as a Strategic Advantage.”The session was opened with welcoming remarks by Ms. Emina Ibrahimova, Deputy Chairperson of the AmCham HR and Labor Committee, who emphasized the increasing role of wellbeing initiatives in modern organizational strategy and highlighted the importance of creating supportive and sustainable work environments.The keynote presentation was delivered by Mr. Fatih Mustafa Çelebi, Co-Founder of Meditopia, one of the world’s leading mental wellbeing platforms serving more than 40 million users across over 100 countries and 15 languages. During the session, Mr. Çelebi shared valuable insights into the evolving relationship between employee wellbeing, organizational culture, and long-term business success.Drawing from his extensive experience in developing digital wellbeing solutions, Mr. Çelebi discussed the importance of integrating mental health and wellbeing practices into corporate strategy. He also explored how organizations can foster healthier and more engaged teams by prioritizing emotional resilience, psychological safety, and purpose-driven leadership. The presentation further highlighted global trends shaping the future of work and the increasing expectations of employees regarding workplace wellbeing and support systems.Throughout the webinar, participants gained practical perspectives on how wellbeing initiatives can contribute to employee engagement, productivity, retention, and overall organizational performance. The discussion also underlined the strategic value of investing in employee wellbeing as a long-term advantage in today’s rapidly evolving work environment.The session concluded with an interactive Q&A segment, where participants had the opportunity to engage directly with Mr. Çelebi, exchange views, and discuss challenges and opportunities related to employee wellbeing in modern workplaces. The webinar ended with closing remarks and appreciation extended to all participants and speakers for their valuable contributions to the discussion.