Members and guests of the French-American Chamber of Commerce had the unique opportunity to gather at the Longchamp boutique showroom in SoHo for its January 28th “Celebrate 2009” Reception.

Nearly 200 attendees were able to shop and view new styles as they networked and sipped Pommery champagne, courtesy of Vranken Pommery America. Award-winning “Casa Lapostolle” wines were also enjoyed by the guests, courtesy of Marnier Lapostolle.

Stephen Dreyfuss, FACC Board Member and Vice President of the Executive Committee, welcomed attendees on behalf of President, Serge Bellanger. Remarks were also given by Guy Yelda, Consul General of France to New York, who discussed the importance of a dynamic French-American trade and economic relationship.

The FACC would like to thank its members Longchamp for generously hosting the event, and Vranken Pommery America and Marnier Lapostolle for their donations of the champagne and wine.

To read the transcript of President Bellanger's speech, please click here.