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\nWho We Are<\/span>\n<\/div>

\nThe institutional home of Albanian-American business<\/em> in Michigan.\n<\/h1>
\nA 501(c)(6) trade association launched in 2026 by a coalition of business owners, professionals, and community leaders \u2014 building what generations of our community have needed and never had.\n<\/div>
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\nFounded 2026\n<\/div>
\nTroy, Michigan\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nBuilt by leaders who refused to wait.<\/em>\n<\/h2>
\nFor decades, Albanian-American business in Michigan grew without a chamber. Entrepreneurs built side by side without the institutional structure their community needed to multiply opportunity.\n<\/div>
\nIn 2026, a coalition of six founding directors decided to fix it \u2014 convening in Troy with a simple commitment: to build the trade association Albanian-American business deserved. Not a social club. Not a cultural society. A working chamber with bylaws, committees, and a 501(c)(6) charter in formation.\n<\/div>
\nMembership grew to over fifty in the first months \u2014 entirely through word of mouth, board referrals, and direct outreach. No paid advertising, no SEO funnel. The growth has been intentional. The foundation is being laid carefully.\n<\/div>
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\nWe are building the chamber Albanian-American business in Michigan has always deserved \u2014 and the institution our next generation will inherit.\n<\/div>\n\u2014 The Founding Board, 2026\n<\/span>\n<\/div>
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\nFour pillars. One institution.<\/em>\n<\/h2>
\nEverything we do \u2014 every event, every program, every advocacy meeting \u2014 maps back to four obligations we hold to our membership and to the broader Albanian-American business community in Michigan.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nNgrem\u00eb\n<\/h3>
\nIncrease the visibility and professional growth of our members through education, exposure, and active business promotion.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nP\u00ebrshpejtojm\u00eb\n<\/h3>
\nBuild a trusted business network that creates referrals, partnerships, and durable opportunities \u2014 at the speed our members need.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nBashkojm\u00eb\n<\/h3>
\nStrengthen the Albanian business community in Michigan through meaningful connection, mentorship, and shared opportunity.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nP\u00ebrfaq\u00ebsojm\u00eb\n<\/h3>
\nAmplify the voice and contributions of Albanian-American businesses with elected officials, public agencies, and the press.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\n\"Elevate \u00b7 Accelerate \u00b7 Unite \u00b7 Advocate\" is not a tagline. It is the promise the Chamber makes to every member who joins.\n<\/div>\n Read the Full Mission \u2192\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>
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\nFounded by leaders who show up.<\/em>\n<\/h2>
\nThe Chamber's founding board brings decades of combined experience across business, finance, law, real estate, and community service in Michigan.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nSiola Hashorva\n<\/h3>
\nOwns and operates multiple businesses across Metro Detroit; leads the Chamber's institutional direction.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>
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\nAdrian Bazaj\n<\/h3>
\nDeep experience across professional services; leads corporate partnerships.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>
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\nRejla Bozdo, PhD\n<\/h3>
\nOversees member experience, communications, and the Chamber's events programming.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>
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\nLeonat Lumaj\n<\/h3>
\nLeads small business and entrepreneurship programming, including the Ambassador initiative.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>
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\nMarjan \"Mario\" Camaj\n<\/h3>
\nEstablished business leader; serves on the Chamber's strategic advisory.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>
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\nPaskal Qerama\n<\/h3>
\nIndustry expertise supporting member engagement and Chamber growth strategy.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>
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\nSix founding directors. One shared commitment.\n<\/div>\n Meet the Full Board \u2192\n\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>
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\nWhere the real work<\/em> happens.\n<\/h2>
\nOur committees lead programming, advocacy, and member services. Each operates under a 90-day plan with measurable goals, a budget request, and accountability to the full board.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nMembership & Engagement\n<\/h3>
\nOwns member recruitment, onboarding, retention, and the experience of every new and existing AACC member from application through annual renewal.\n<\/div>
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\nEvents & Cultural Programming\n<\/h3>
\nPlans signature events including the Annual Gala, quarterly mixers, educational workshops with subject matter experts.\n<\/div>
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\nSilvana Lumaj \u00b7 Amarilda (Amy) Vucaj \u00b7 Marina Camaj \u00b7 Marcela Cali\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div><\/div>
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\nIT & Marketing\n<\/h3>
\nDevelops and programs the technology stack and keeps members informed through various digital platforms, such as social media, email, and the website. \n<\/div>
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\nErvin Kalaj\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nMartina Camaj \u00b7 Jozef\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>
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\nAmbassadors\n<\/h3>
\nPlans signature events, including the Annual Gala, quarterly mixers, and educational workshops featuring subject-matter experts.\n<\/div>
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\nJulian Cifliku\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nMiri Bibashani \u00b7 Alket Mullalli\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div><\/div>
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\nNextGen\n<\/h3>
\nDevelops youth and next-generation engagement and communication channels between business leaders and the younger generation getting ready to enter the career paths. \n<\/div>
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\nDonald Demiri\n<\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nMarki Camaj \u00b7\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>
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\nWhat you might be wondering.<\/em>\n<\/h2>\n<\/div>
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\nAACC is structured as a 501(c)(6) trade association \u2014 not a cultural society or social club. We are governed by bylaws, run committees on 90-day plans with measurable goals, and operate with the institutional discipline of any chartered chamber. Our cultural identity is the community we serve; our operating model is professional.\n<\/div>\n<\/details>
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\nThe six founding directors were elected by acclamation when the Chamber was formed in 2026. Going forward, the board holds annual elections with staggered terms to ensure continuity. Every director files an annual conflict-of-interest disclosure as a condition of service.\n<\/div>\n<\/details>
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\nAll Chamber members are eligible to join a committee. Each committee accepts new members on a rolling basis, and committee chairs welcome members who can commit time to programming, member services, or small business support. Reach out to the committee chair listed above or contact our membership team.\n<\/div>\n<\/details>
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\nYes. Membership is open to entrepreneurs, professionals, business owners, and corporate partners who share our mission. Albanian heritage is not a requirement \u2014 allies, partners, and supporters of Albanian-American business are welcomed at every tier.\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>
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\nBuild the Chamber you want to belong to.<\/em>\n<\/h2>
\nWhether you're applying for membership, exploring corporate partnership, or considering Founding recognition \u2014 every conversation starts the same way.\n<\/div>
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