DWV members’ regional trip to Gyumri
On June 6, the German Business Association and its members traveled to Gyumri to visit the member companies of its association in the Shirak region. The first stop was the DWV member Gyumri Beer factory, where we learned about the history of beer in Armenia, particularly in Gyumri, as well as the history of our member company, including its product types, quality standards, and flavors. We had the opportunity to taste different types of beer and take a tour of the factory. Afterward, we headed to the Berlin ART Hotel, where we had an organized tour through the hotel area. We learned about the hotel’s history and concept, explored all the available amenities and room types, had the opportunity to see works by local artists displayed in the hotel, and visited the RoofTop25 tourist center located on the hotel’s roof. Berlin Art Hotel highly values local artists and supports them by showcasing their works within the hotel. The hotel is also one of Armenia’s first social enterprises, with profits directed towards funding the adjacent polyclinic and other charitable initiatives. We are grateful to our member organizations for their warm hospitality and a wonderful day.
DWV members’ Regular Meetup on Economic Topics
On April 30, the German Business Association held its first regular meetup on economic topics. The special guest of the event was Garik Badalyan, representative of AraratBank. The discussion focused on bonds, examples of their use, associated risks, and methods.The main goal of these economic meetups is networking and open discussion around business topics.Each session features a special guest and a dedicated topic.
Be My Guest by Tigran Mets Publishing House
On April 16, as part of the Be My Guest event series, the German Business Association and its several member companies visited one of its members, Tigran Mets Publishing House.During the visit, we explored the history of one of Armenia’s largest and oldest printing houses, gaining insight into its services and key strengths.After the introductory session, we toured various departments of the publishing house, getting a closer look at the production processes and the wide range of services offered.The visit wrapped up with a warm reception and a networking session, during which we had a brief video call with our new member from Germany, Lusine von Wrangel, and learned about the services she offers.We sincerely thank Tigran Mets Publishing House for the warm welcome and an engaging, memorable meeting.
“Economic Monitor of Armenia” event by Berlin Economics
n April 3, we had an insightful event with the German Economic Team / Berlin Economics on the Economic Monitor of Armenia.Representatives from Berlin Economics presented their latest analytical findings on Armenia’s economic situation, providing valuable insights into the country’s growth, challenges, and opportunities. Additionally, they shared key results from their study on Armenia’s energy sector. Over 40 member companies of the German Business Association attended the event. The session concluded with an interactive Q&A, where attendees could dive deeper into the topics presented.
Visit of the President of the Federal Republic of Germany to Armenia
From March 31 to April 1, the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, visited Armenia on a working trip. During his visit, he held meetings with the President of Armenia, the Minister of Economy, and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. In addition to political discussions, the focus was also on the process of strengthening ties between Armenia and the European Union, as well as the deepening of cultural cooperation. On March 31, the President also visited the Komitas Museum-Institute, where a cultural reception took place. The reception was attended by our Board President, Artashes Margaryan.
Executive Gathering organized by Matena
On March 20 he “Matena” International Business School organized an Executive Gathering at “UWC Dilijan”. One part of the event was dedicated to a dynamic panel discussion on the topic of “Networking as a Strategic Tool for Executive Leadership,” with representatives from various business associations participating. The Board President of the German Business Association, Artashes Margaryan, took part in the discussions.
German-Armenian Business Dialogue
On March 20, the online event “German-Armenian Business Dialogue” was held, organized by the German Eastern Business Association (Ost-Ausschuss der Deutschen Wirtschaft), Enterprise Armenia, and the German Business Association in Armenia. We are pleased to note that more than 57 participants joined the event. During the event, H.E. Viktor Yengibaryan, Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia to Germany, provided important information regarding Armenia’s internal situation and geopolitical security, which is of great importance to foreign companies and investors. Among the event’s speakers, Dr. Ricardo Giucci from Berlin Economics presented their analysis and statistical data on Armenia’s economic situation, while Anna Hovhannisyan from Enterprise Armenia spoke about the country’s investment environment, government support for investors, and a number of other key topics. The event was moderated by Alena Akulich, Regional Director for Eastern Europe at the German Eastern Business Association, and Meri Navasardyan, Executive Director of the German Business Association in Armenia. The event concluded with a Q&A session.
DWV General Assembly
On February 18, the annual meeting of the members of the German Business Association took place. The opening speeches were delivered by Artashes Margaryan, President of the DWV Board, and Erik Tintrup, Chargé d’Affaires of the German Embassy in Yerevan. As part of the event, Jan-Tage Kühling, Director of the Goethe-Institut, spoke about the opening of the Goethe-Institut in Armenia and the “Business Cooperation Circles” initiative, which Armenian companies can also participate in. The Association’s Managing Director, Mrs. Meri Navasardyan, informed the participants about the activities in 2024, initiatives, events carried out, a number of key developments, as well as collaborations with German partners. Mrs. Navasardyan also presented the goals for 2025 and the projects already planned. During the event, two board members were re-elected.Board President Mr. Margaryan also presented the board’s initiatives and objectives. The event was an excellent opportunity to come together again, discuss the goals for 2025, and establish new business connections among the association’s members.
“Category Management” masterclass for DWV members
On February 4th, the German Business Association organized a masterclass for its member companies titled “Category Management: A Key to Effective Business in Modern Retail”. The master class was led by Haikanush Tonoyan, the Commercial Director of ZigZag and an ECR expert. During the event, participants received important information about category management strategy, its significance, and its implementation. Practical exercises reinforced this knowledge. We would like to thank everyone for their active participation and such an interesting meeting.
DWV Christmas Party
On December 11th, the Christmas party of the German Business Association took place. The event was attended by the member organizations of the association as well as local and international business partners. The opening speech was given by the DWV Board President, Artashes Margaryan, followed by a brief presentation by the Managing Director of the German Business Association, Mrs. Meri Navasardyan. In her speech, Mrs. Navasardyan reported on the activities and events of the association in 2024. The collaboration with German partners and existing programs for Armenian businesses were also discussed. New members of the association were given the opportunity to introduce their companies and talk about their activities. Conversations and networking opportunities continued throughout the evening.