SACC-NE Welcomes Oddbird as New Corporate Members

Founded in 2013 by Moa Gürbüzer, Oddbird is a company dedicated to its mission of transforming the culture of drinking and making the choice of having your wine with or without alcohol as obvious as having your coffee with or without milk. To get there, Oddbird is leading the world’s largest research consortium focused on dealcoholized wine, aiming to establish a new standard of quality for dealcoholized red wine. By leveraging scientific research, they ensure that structure, complexity, and overall enjoyment are preserved.

Today, Oddbird is a global leader in the premium alcohol-free wine segment and the largest producer in Europe, with a growing presence in the U.S. following its market entry in late 2024. The brand is featured in some of the world’s top culinary destinations, including Michelin-starred restaurants, where chefs and sommeliers recognize the wine’s quality and potential.

It is our pleasure to welcome Oddbird into our community.

SACC-NE Welcomes Arnold & Porter as New Corporate Members

We at SACC-New England are proud to present Arnold & Porter as new corporate members of our community. Arnold & Porter is a globally recognized, client driven and industry focused law firm ranked among the best in the world. With over 1,000 lawyers across 16 offices worldwide, they provide sophisticated regulatory, litigation, and transactional capabilities across multiple industries to over half of the Fortune 100, amongst many other clients.

Drawing on their deep experience and insider perspectives from both the government and the private sector, Arnold & Porter develop practical, forward-looking solutions to their clients' most sophisticated U.S., international, and cross-border needs. Their firmwide, interdisciplinary collaboration is described as integral to their understanding of the legal and policy frameworks in which complex business and legal issues arise.

It is our pleasure to welcome Arnold & Porter into our community!

Sweden Celebrates America’s 250 years of Independence

The United States and Sweden share a deep and enduring relationship built on culture, commerce, and innovation—a partnership that continues to drive prosperity in both nations. Since the first Swedes arrived on American shores in 1638, Swedish immigrants and their descendants have helped shape the fabric of American society by building vibrant communities, advancing industry and economies, and strengthening the bonds between our countries.

Today, Sweden stands as the 9th largest foreign investor in the United States, supporting more than 379,000 American jobs across all 50 states—a reflection of centuries of collaborative progress.

As the United States commemorates 250 years of independence in 2026, Sweden will join in celebrating not only this historic milestone but also the dynamic Swedish‑American partnership. Together, we honor our achievements across business, innovation, research, security cooperation, and cultural exchange—and look ahead to the next chapter of collaboration between our nations.

Highlights

During this year, Sweden will convene government, business, academia, and cultural representatives for high-level delegations, conferences and events to deepen collaboration and boost mutual investment. Here's a few highlights, stay tuned for more to come!

  • Sweden-U.S. Innovation Summit, Washington, D.C.

  • Exhibition: Swedish Footprints in the United States – Celebrating 250 Years of Shared History, Washington, D.C.

  • Inauguration of Sweden’s New Consulate General in Houston, TX

  • Nobel 125 Years: Industry & Academia, San Francisco, CA

  • Climate Week NYC, New York City, NY 

  • Participation of the Swedish Navy's training vessel Gladan in Sail 250, multiple locations

Applications Now Open for Internship Positions of Fall 2026

Are you, or someone you know, interested in pursuing an internship with SACC-New England or another regional SACC-USA chamber? Now is your chance!

Applications are now open for two internship opportunities in New England:

Marketing & Events, a 5-month internship.

Members & Community, a 10-month internship.

The SACC-NE internships are full-time positions based in Boston and offer an excellent opportunity to learn, grow, and gain experience living and working in the U.S.

Learn more and apply through the SACC-USA website