Swedish-American Chamber of Commerce Arizona upcoming events

30 year anniversary SACC Arizona (October 10, 2026)

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Join us for an exclusive 30th anniversary brunch and fun afternoon.

Meet members of the Swedish-American Business community in Arizona while celebrating in style.

Included in the ticket price, as a non-member, is an individual membership for the rest of 2026 and all of 2027 at no additional cost.

Program:

11:00 am. Doors open for early-arriving guests. Welcome mingle.
11:30 am. Official welcome and introductions.
12 pm/noon. Brunch. Enjoy quality food and flavors with beverage selection.
12:30 pm. The SACC story and history of SACC Arizona. Special guests and speakers. Lars Lagerman (founder and former Honorary Consul), Mikael Örn (Co-founder and current Honorary Consul), SACC Arizona Chairman Eric Walberg, President Carl Fallgren. Special guests to be announced.
1:00 pm More mingling and activities.
2:00 pm. Thank you and what's next? From 30 years to the next 30 months. Looking into the future.
2:30 pm Concluding networking
3:00 pm Thank you for joining. Looking forward to seeing you at upcoming events.

Departure no later than 3:30 pm.

PING Factory tour, with brunch and networking (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Please join us and explore the PING Legacy and how one determined man changed golf.

Have you ever wondered if one single individual can change an entire industry? Karsten Solheim, a Norwegian engineer passionate about making the game of golf easier, did just that with the creation of the iconic PING putter.

Join us and other golf aficionados on this exclusive VIP tour through the fascinating history behind PING and its role in revolutionizing the golf equipment industry. From its humble beginnings in the Solheim family's Redwood City, California garage in 1959 to the sprawling 50-acre campus in Phoenix, housing over 800 employees today - this tour is a golfer's dream come true.

Discover the dedication and craftsmanship that go into custom-building PING equipment for golfers of all skill levels, from top professionals to everyday players. Witness firsthand the meticulous process of designing, engineering, and manufacturing the highest performing golf products in the world. Journey through PING's campus and catch a glimpse of the work to bring Karsten Solheim's vision to life every day.

His dedication to making the game of golf easier lives on through the unwavering commitment of every worker at PING. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is a must for golfers who truly love and appreciate the PING brand.

After the tour we will share a light brunch together at a family-owned restaurant close to the factory.

Included:

8:45 am Arrive for check in.
9:00 am - 10.45 am. Factory tour with guide, approximately 75-90 minutes followed by a group photo.
11.00. Light brunch at Let’s Do Lunch (included in price) one traffic light west of Ping.
2320 W Peoria Ave a107, Phoenix, AZ 85029

Please note the following requirements for the PING factory tour:

All guests will be required to show a photo I.D. and sign a visitor confidentiality, Non-Disclosure & Release Agreement (NDA).
The campus tour is generally a walking tour – indoors and outdoors - covering approximately 1 mile in distance (1.6 km). The VIP tour October 15, 2026, is arranged using a riding vehicle.
Closed-toe shoes are required for all guests on the campus tour.
Photography is prohibited in the production areas (your tour guide will advise where photos are allowed).
Safety glasses are required for production areas (safety glasses will be provided).
No weapons of any kind are permitted on the PING campus.
The use of tobacco products, e-cigarettes and vape products is prohibited on PING campus.
Guests must be at least 9 years of age to join a PING Campus Tour.
Make sure to arrive early from 8:45 to sign in for the tour.

Directions and parking: (PDF)

SACC Summit (November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Humanity in the age of AI

The annual SACC Summit is held November 10-12 in Ausitn, Texas.

What to Expect

- Keynotes and panels from global leaders and innovators tackling human-centered AI and leadership head-on.

- Practical frameworks you can bring back to your own team or organization

- Cross-industry networking between Swedish and American executives, built for real conversation, not just business cards

- Dedicated space to reflect, connect, and reimagine what growth looks like when people are the starting point — and of course, some Texas BBQ

- By the end, you'll leave with more than ideas: concrete tools for leading growth that's sustainable, human-centered, and built to last: grounded in the best of both Swedish and American approaches.

Together, we can set a new standard for how technology, leadership, and humanity coexist.

We hope to see you at the summit and encourage all attendees with ties to Arizona to connect with our board of directors prior to the event. If representing SACC Arizona, we can potentially reimburse some of your ticket expenses.

RSVP: https://sacctx.com/saccsummit2026/