Trade Winds Europe - Istanbul, Turkey
The U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Commercial Service, Mid-Atlantic Network is pleased to announce its Signature Trade Event of 2008:
In partnership with the West Virginia Development Office (WVDO) and West Virginia Export Council, WV businesses will receive a 50% discount through the export promotion program at the WVDO.
Space is limited to 50 companies nationwide. Fifteen slots are already filled! (as of 11/15/07) Don't miss this generous offer and opportunity to increase your sales to Europe. Click here to register your interest.
Trade Winds Europe at a Glance:
Pan European Business Conference
Private Meetings with U.S. Commercial Officers
Customized Business Appointments
1/4 Page Advertisement in a Special Trade Winds Europe CNUSA
Optional:
Spin Off Gold Key Business Appointments
Registrations will be accepted on a first come first served basis.
Cost of Program $1,350.00
- Fee does not include air travel or lodging. This event is open to 50 U.S. companies with market potential in Turkey and Europe.
WEST VIRGINIA COMPANIES PAY ONLY $675.
You must register your interest immediately to hold your spot in the mission.
Questions, please call Debra Martin at 304-558-2234 or Leslie Drake at 304-347-5123.
Export Management Course
West Virginia University, in conjunction with the West Virginia Export Council, the United States Department of Commerce, and the WVU Center for Chinese Business has recently introduced a new course in Export Management, in which students and company representatives are teamed to develop an Export Marketing Plan targeted to the specific needs of the participating company.
Begins: January 18, 2008 (Tentative)
Location: College of Business and Economics
West Virginia University in Morgantown
The classes are offered on a five-weekend schedule over a twelve week period. Meeting times for the five weekends are: Friday evenings from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
For more information, visit the website:
http://www.be.wvu.edu/chinese_business/export_m
anagement.htm
Exporting and Taxes - Business Certainties Seminar
In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes - Benjamin Franklin
With over 95% of the world's consumers living outside of the United States, businesses that are only thinking domestically are only selling to a fraction of their potential market. Because of that, exporting is quickly being recognized as a business certainty for even small companies. Luckily, help is out there and incentives are available for companies who are selling overseas.
Join the U.S. Commercial Service, The Morgantown Small Business Development Center, and Fortis Tax Consulting Services for a seminar to help you navigate the world of exporting and find out about tax saving benefits specifically for exporters that you may not be taking advantage of. Learn about programs and services available to you from the U.S. government to help you grow your business and expand overseas and meet one-on-one with people in your area who are here to assist you.
Date: December 10, 2007
Location: Holiday Inn Express
605 Venture Drive Morgantown, WV 26508
Cost: FREE, but registration is required
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Companies may also participate in the seminar via phone (access limited to first 90). Call-in details will be sent to you upon receipt of your registration.
Meetings are first come, first serve, so don't hesitate to sign-up!
For more information or questions please contact Michael Boyles at 304-243-5493, email michael.boyles@mail.doc.gov or Sharon Stratton at 304-293-5839, email sharon.stratton@mail.wvu.edu.
Featured Free Trade Agreement Market - Chile
FAQ's: http://www.export.gov/fta/Chile/faq.asp?dName=Chile
Rules of origin: http://www.export.gov/fta/Chile/roo.asp?dName=Chile
The United States-Chile Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has proven to be a valuable tool for dramatically increasing trade between the United States and Chile. In 2006, U.S.-Chile trade was two and half times greater than trade in 2003, before the FTA took effect.
The U.S. Chile Free Trade Agreement entered into force on January 1, 2004. At that time, more than 85% of two way trade in consumer and industrial goods became duty free. Duties on other products will gradually be phased out over 12 year period.
Lower duty rates are certainly not the only benefit provided by the US Chile Free Trade Agreement. The agreement also contains commitments by both countries on many non-tariff issues including; intellectual property rights, services, investment, temporary entry of business/technical persons, and telecommunications.
Under the U.S.-Chile FTA, Chile is obligated to adopt stronger protection and enforcement provisions for copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. Chile is also required under the agreement to remove restrictive regulatory barriers in place for US service providers. These changes, among others, will provide US businesses with a more accessible and more accessible and more easily navigable Chilean market.
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Director General to lead Mission to Sub-Saharan Africa!
Director General to lead Mission to Sub-Saharan Africa! It's official! Israel Hernandez will lead a Commercial Service Trade Mission to Accra, Ghana; Lagos, Nigeria; and Johannesburg, South Africa, March 3-11, 2008.
Who should go? U.S. companies with proven export experience or very strong sales potential in the target markets -- especially firms offering products and services in these sectors:
- Energy
- Health Care
- Information Technology
- Safety and Security
- Telecommunications
Why?
- Ghana, Nigeria,and South Africa offer strategic platforms for leveraging business in the burgeoning Sub-Saharan regional market, which encompasses a consumer base of 650 million people.
- Our total trade with Sub-Saharan Africa increased 10 percent in the first half of 2007 from the same period in 2006, with U.S. exports increasing by 30 percent -- to $6.7 billion.
- Under Israel's leadership, the delegation will have access to decision-makers in government and industry.
- Business-to-business matchmaking, market briefings, and VIP networking events are special benefits awaiting delegation members.
November Market Access and Compliance Newsletter:
Market Access and Compliance (MAC) identifies and overcomes trade barriers, resolves trade policy issues, and ensures that our trading partners fully meet their obligations under our trade agreements. MAC ensures access to world markets for American companies and workers so they can compete on a "level playing field."
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