IAICC advocates for policy changes that benefit its membership both in the US and India. Our national
organization and state chapters work with our members to identify key policy priorities that can impact
business that operate in local, state, federal, and international markets. Senior leaders of the Chamber work
with key government and political representatives to advocate for better policies and regulations that
benefit the members. The Chamber conducts round-table discussions, consultations with other advocacy
groups, and industry events to communicate its point of view to key policymaking organizations in the
government.
Indo-US Business Connect
Indo-US Business Connect provides strategic consultation to promote cross-border trade and partnerships.
For US businesses wanting to do business in India or Indian businesses wanting to explore growth
opportunities in the US, IAICC facilitates advice on navigate complex business issues such as labor and
employment, energy and environment, corporate governance, financial regulation, tax matters, government
contracts, and partnerships with large firms. Senior members of IAICC along with a network of law firms,
accounting firms, and government agencies that IAICC works with closely provide timely advice and
consultation to help businesses eliminate barriers that they are confronted with while engaging in cross
border trade activities.
Sector Specific Business Councils
IAICC formed several business councils to address specific issues that are germane to various sectors that its
membership operates in. The US Federal Business Council focuses on helping small business owners across
America win more federal business through teaming arrangements, match making events and mentor-protégé agreements. The Pharma business council focuses on enhancing collaboration between large
pharma majors in India and the US. The Business Councils are assist IAICC members in finding financial
assistance programs, business capital, resources, and advice from trade groups.
Women in Leadership
The Women in Leadership program is focused on coaching and mentoring women, both in India and the US,
to grow into leadership roles in the corporate sector. IAICC achieves these through training and mentoring
events as well as providing opportunities for aspiring women to connect with high level women leaders in
government and business. The goals of the program are to provide a platform to showcase talented women,
promote their work, and provide opportunities for professional growth and development
"Access to Success" program
The IAICC Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of a new and exciting e-mentoring program. "Access to Success" will match students from around the country with industry specific mentors from corporate America and the IAICC network through its revamped web portal. By providing young Indians with role models, the Foundation hopes to build bright and successful futures for the country's Indian youth.
It is a mentoring program that offers students opportunities to shadow and gain practical experience from IAICC Foundation corporate and business partners. An online mentoring portion (E-mentoring) was recently designed to match students with professional adults in careers and industries compatible to student’s interest. As mentors, professional adults offer support, career counseling and friendship advice to students
"Regional and National Youth Entrepreneurship 'BizFest' program
Throughout the year the Indian American International Chamber of Commerce (IAICC) offers the Regional Youth Entrepreneurship “BizFest” in a number of cities across the United States. “BizFest” is a three and half-day intensive workshop series equipping Indian students, ages 17-25, with the tools to be successful in both business and life.
