WASHINGTON - eTradeWire -- David Hamod, President & CEO of the National U.S. – Arab Chamber of Commerce (NUSACC), was recently awarded the University of Iowa's International Impact Award.  In an award ceremony in Iowa City, Hamod thanked the University of Iowa – an alma mater – for recognizing his service as an advocate and bridge-builder throughout his professional career.

"I am honored and humbled to receive this award from the University of Iowa," Hamod said.  "It has been my great privilege to connect peoples and cultures over the years from all around the globe.  This includes Americans living overseas, who play an instrumental role in promoting American culture and values worldwide."

"It is wonderful that the University of Iowa has chosen to recognize David Hamod for his tireless work as a citizen diplomat and an advocate for international commerce and economic cooperation," noted Barbara Wilson, President of the University of Iowa.  "David is a most fitting recipient of Iowa's International Impact Award, and we are grateful for his enduring commitment to promoting cross-cultural understanding."

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The International Impact Award was established by University of Iowa (UI) International Programs in 2010 to honor exceptional individuals in any field who have made sustained and deep contributions internationally or in the United States to promote global understanding.
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