Your Primary Professional Network in Washington, DC
WHY WE ARE IMPORTANT TO YOUR CAREER
A November 2011 article in The Economist ("Contact Sports") stated that "in the rarefied world of the corporate board, a good network matters." The article went on to mention that executives with 400 contacts are, on average, paid 6 percent more than those with 200. For non-executives, the gap is 14 percent.
The Washington Intergovernmental Professional Group, LLC (WIPG) is the premier organization that introduces mid- to high-level professionals in the DC Metropolitan area to newly appointed Ambassadors from around the world, as well as newly elected Members of Congress. We hold monthly networking events as a means of providing professionals extended exposure and access to key policy makers in the city.
WHY THERE IS A NEED FOR OUR SERVICES
As the demand for strategic partnerships and stronger networks with private and public sector groups continues to grow, it is clear that a need exists for DC-based professionals to expand their contacts among other key policy makers, business executives, political and community leaders.
In the current economic times, DC-based professionals will need to depend on such contacts to obtain valuable information in the most cost-effective manner to ensure the best decisions are made when carrying out their business plans and policy goals.
With the election of new members in the US House of Representatives and the US Senate, the demand to interact with the Freshman Class of this Congress becomes even more apparent. WIPG can help you develop and organize Congressional Meet and Greets, staff briefings, and fly-in activities specifically designed for your needs that would allow for the continued growth of your contacts in Congress at very little cost.
WHY WE CAN BE A USEFUL RESOURCE FOR YOUR NEXT JOB
Networking is the best way to find your next job, especially since the vast majority of job openings are never advertised. They are usually filled via word of mouth. Unfortunately, many job seekers are hesitant to take advantage of networking opportunities because they feel it is a waste of time, nor do they recognize the value of making key necessary contacts. But networking is not a useless excercise—it’s about building relationships. As you look for a new job, these relationships can provide much-needed feedback, advice, and support.
Networking may sound difficult, or even intimidating—especially when it comes to
finding a job or asking for help—but it doesn’t have to be. Networking can be
rewarding, and even fun. It can be a useful tool even if you are new to the DC area and do not know that many people.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Networking Reception
Featuring: His Excellency Audace Niyonzima
Minister of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning for the Republic of Burundi
and
His Excellency Jean Bosco Barege
The Ambassador of the Republic of Burundi to the
United States of America
October 28, 2024
Breakfast Briefing for Diplomats and WIPG Members
Featuring: WIPG Panel (to be announced)
Election 2024
October 31, 2024
Networking Reception
Featuring: His Excellency Miloslav Stasek
The Ambassador of the Czech Republic to the
United States of America
November 18, 2024
Big Tech in Fed Gov – Microsoft
Hosted by: WIPG Member Jennifer Schaus (JSchaus & Associates)
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
12:00 pm
Information and RSVP: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4840004442902619738
WIPG Professional Networking Reception with His Excellency Khazar Ibrahim, the Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the United States of America and Mr. Orkhan Mammadov Chairman of the
Management Board of the Small and Medium Business Development Agency (KOBİA) of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Ambassador Khazar Ibrahim was appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the United States of America on July 26, 2021, and his credentials were formally accepted on September 15, 2021.
Previously, he served as an Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the Republic of Turkey during 2017-2021.
He also served as Head of the Mission of the Republic of Azerbaijan to NATO with the rank of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary between 2011-2017.
From 2009 to 2011 he was Deputy Chief of Mission of the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the United States of America.
In 2007-2009, he was the spokesman of the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry and deputy spokesman before. In 2005-2006, he worked at the Political-Military Division of the Foreign Ministry, being directly involved in drafting National Security Concept of Azerbaijan and implementation of the Individual Partnership Action Plan with NATO.
From September 2002 to September 2005, he served at the Azerbaijani Embassy to the United States. His portfolio included political-military, political, and public diplomacy issues.
In 1998-2002, he held several positions at the International Organizations and Security Affairs Departments in the Foreign Ministry, responsible for the bilateral political-military relations, NATO affairs, arms control, disarmament and multilateral security issues.
He received master’s degree in international relations (with distinction) from Baku State University and master’s degree in security studies (with distinction) from Georgetown University. He attended senior course at the NATO Defense College in Rome in 2000-2001.
He taught “Foreign Policy of Azerbaijan” class and “Post-Soviet Azerbaijan politics” seminar at Khazar University in Baku.
He is married and has one son and three daughters.
Mr. Orkhan Vidadi oglu Mammadov was born in Baku in 1 July 1984.
In 2005, graduated from International Relations Faculty of Baku State University.
In 2005, completed Business and Finance program at Regent’s University London.
In 2009, earned an MBA degree at Odlar Yurdu University.
In 2012, earned a second bachelor’s degree in Finance and Credit at Azerbaijan State University of Economics.
In 2006, started to work at the Ministry of Industry and Energy.
From March 2007 to February 2018, held various positions at the Ministry of Economy, including serving as senior advisor and deputy head of business development policy sector, deputy head of foreign economic relations sector and head of interstate economic cooperation sector.
During his employment in the Ministry of Economy, participated in nearly 100 international meetings of various working groups and joint intergovernmental commissions, and was directly involved in the organization of a number of international events.
On February 27, 2018, was appointed Chairman of the Management Board of the Small and Medium Business Development Agency (KOBİA) of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
Fluently speaks Azerbaijani, English, Russian and Turkish.
Married and has three children.
NEW MEMBER PROFILE
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