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ANEAS Briefing: Join us for this briefing about the ANEAS Trade Show to see if ANEAS is for you. Veteran Latin America Sales Manager Krista Ramirez, of Aeration Industries International’s sales team, will share prior experience from ANEAS, and talk about the firm’s plans to attend this year. The Trade Office will brief on the availability of SBA STEP grant funds, and how eligible firms can get reimbursed for up to 50% of travel and participation costs.
WHEN: Tuesday, September 22, 2015, 10:00-11:30am
WHERE: Offices of Aeration Industries, 4100 Peavey Road, Chaska, MN 55318
COST: No fee, but please pre-register at the following link: http://mn.gov/deed/business/exporting/events/index.jsp (our initial Calendar page); scroll to this event's listing in the Calendar and click the "Sign-Up" link at the end of this event's title - do NOT click the event title itself.
CONTACT: Steve Riedel, International Trade Representative, Minnesota Trade Office, 651-259-7494; steve.riedel@state.mn.us.
Expand Your Business to Arab Countries with Free Trade Agreements: Bahrain,
Jordan, Morocco and Oman have established Free Trade Agreements with the U.S., generating more export opportunities by reducing barriers to
market entry and creating a more stable, transparent trade environment for U.S.
companies. In collaboration with our office, the Middle
East & North Africa Consultants Association will bring Embassy
officials and regional experts together in Minneapolis at this
breakfast event.
When: September 29, 2015, 8:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota,
321-19th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Fees: $20.00 – pre-registration is
strongly recommended
REGISTER NOW. Please pre-register.
Having trouble registering? Contact Gloria Henck, 651-259-7487; gloria.henck@state.mn.us
Contact: Paul Hansen, International Trade Rep, Minnesota Trade Office, 651-259-7486; paul.hansen@state.mn.us.
Export Process: An Introduction to Exporting: Join us at one of our longest-running and most popular seminars that provides a broad overview on fundamental export topics. Whether new to exporting or you want to expand your global presence, it provides the tools needed to help make sound decisions to chart your course to export success. It is also an excellent primer for those with new responsibilities for international activities at their firms, as well as economic development professionals and small business advisers who want to better understand export trade and the global economy. Guest Speaker: Jim Thomas, VP International Sales, Mate Precision Tooling.
When: Wednesday, September 30, 2015, 8:30 am-2 pm; registration begins at 8 am
Where: DEED Conference Center, 1st National Bank Bldg., 332 Minnesota St.-Ste. E200 (2nd Fl. Skyway), St. Paul
Fees: $60 if registered by 9/28/15; $80 after 9/28/15.
REGISTER NOW. Please pre-register.
Contact: Ed Dieter, Deputy Director, Minnesota Trade Office, 651-259-7481; ed.dieter@state.mn.us
Doing Business in South America: Business, Legal & Tax Issues for U.S. Companies: As more Minnesota companies look to expand their operations to South America, numerous business, economic, financial, tax, and legal issues require consideration. In collaboration with Baker Tilly, Fredrikson & Byron, and the Minnesota International Center, we invite you to this seminar, where you'll hear from specialists who will address these issues.
When: Thursday, October 1, 2015, 8:00 to 10:30 a.m.,
registration and continental breakfast from 7:30 to 8:00
a.m.
Where: Fredrikson & Byron, US Bank Plaza, 200 South
Sixth Street, 40th Floor, Minneapolis, MN 55402
REGISTER NOW. Please pre-register. (Registration through Baker Tilly.)
Questions about the seminar, please contact Rachel Limón, International Trade Representative, Minnesota Trade Office, 651-259-7492; rachel.limon@state.mn.us.
Opportunities in Tatarstan, Russia: Mr. Robert Galiullin, the Trade Representative of the Tatarstan Republic, Russian Federation in the United States, will visit Minnesota October 8-10, 2015. Tatarstan, Russia, is a growing region, undergoing development in a variety of sectors, and is open to U.S. businesses. Ford, 3M, and Cummins are already present in the region. If you would like to meet with Mr. Galiullin to discuss business opportunities in Tatarstan, Russia, he will be available for individual appointments on October 8th, 9th and 10th, with some limitations.
When: Thursday-Saturday, October 8-10, 2015
Where: University of Minnesota Campus
Fee: No charge, but please pre-arrange an appointment.
If interested in an appointment with Mr. Galiullin, please contact Dr. Anatoli Korkin, korkin@nanoandgiga.com, who is assisting with appointments.
Russia's Water and Wastewater Treatment Sector: Always in the news, Russia can be a challenging market to understand. What do you need to know about Russia in order to capture the potentially very rewarding opportunities? The Water Roundtable session addresses this question, and is part of a series of events and workshops offered by the American-Russian Chamber of Commerce Of Minnesota (ARCCoM) and its steering committee. A review of US Department of Commerce insights on the Russian water market will compliment presentations by local experts on doing business in Russia.
When: Friday, October 9, 2015, 11 a.m. to 12 Noon, registration begins at 10:30 a.m. Interested attendees may continue discussions till 1 pm, including lunch, at their own expense.
Where: Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota, Rm. 1-127
Fee: Free, but please pre-register. Refreshments will be provided.
REGISTER NOW on our initial Calendar page: http://mn.gov/deed/business/exporting/events/index.jsp; scroll to the event title, then click the "Sign-Up" link -- do NOT click the title, unless you wish to see more detail on the roundtable.
Contact: Steve Riedel, International Trade Rep, Minnesota Trade Office, 651-259-7494; steve.riedel@state.mn.us.
NAFTA: Completing the Certificate of Origin: Join us at this popular and information-packed seminar. Respected international trade expert Bonnie Anderson, WTH International Services, LLC, guides you through the basics, including how to:
~Understand the structure and classification of goods under the Harmonized System;
~Correctly apply the specific Rules of Origin and qualification process;
~Accurately determine the NAFTA preference criterion;
~Properly complete the NAFTA Certificate of Origin;
~Maintain the required records
When: Wednesday, October 28, 2015, 8am – 2pm
Where: DEED Conference Center, 1st National Bank Bldg., 332 Minnesota St.-Ste. E200 (2nd Fl. Skyway level), St. Paul
Fees: $45 if registered by 10-26-15; $65 after 10-26-15
REGISTER NOW. Please pre-register.
Contact: Barbara Mattson, International Trade Rep, Minnesota Trade Office, 651-259-7490; barbara.mattson@state.mn.us
IV South America Trade Forum: The only event of its kind in the Midwest, with the mission of promoting bilateral trade and cultural understanding between Minnesota and South America. Differing from most business events through its emphasis not only on policies, trade, and investment opportunities, it also incorporates the importance of culture to business.
The Forum is a unique opportunity for exporters, importers, and investors to bridge the geographical gap between continents. You will benefit from the first-hand knowledge of South American diplomats, experts, and Minnesota businesses; unique networking and opportunities to connect with academic, political, and business leaders from Minnesota and South America; and an exhibition of South American food, wine, and culture throughout the event.
When: Wednesday, October 28, 2015, all day (click above title to see the proposed agenda)
Where: Minneapolis Events Center - Saint Anthony Main building
Fees: SATF & Trade Show: $200.00 USD; SATF Admission Only: $170.00 USD; Cultural Exhibition Admission: $50.00 USD
REGISTER NOW
Contact: Isaac Evans, Event Coordinator, 952-457-0932;
admin@southamericantradeforum.com
MTO Catalog Show at MEDICA: It's not too late to participate in our Catalog Show at MEDICA in Düsseldorf. If interested, we will include your company in the MTO Show Directory: Breakthroughs: The Story of Minnesota's Extraordinary Medical Industry, to be distributed in the our booth at MEDICA-Nov.16-19. Benefits are: ♦A full page dedicated to your company; ♦MTO, LifeScience Alley and GreaterMSP representatives will staff the booth and promote the Minnesota catalog and its participants; ♦Our MTO Düsseldorf office representative will be able to follow through on qualified leads post-MEDICA in coordination with you.
To participate in the MTO Catalog Show at MEDICA:
♦Click the event title above, to see the 7
items you need to submit it no later than 9/21/15 to Jackie.Geiger@state.mn.us.
Then...
♦Go to our RegOnline link to process the $300 Catalog Show
fee: https://www.regonline.com/2015mntradeofficecatalogshowatmedica
If
you have trouble registering, contact Gloria Henck,
651-259-7487; gloria.henck@state.mn.us.
Arab Health Dubai 2016: Now in its 41st year, it is a “must do” global medical device and health care tradeshow and concurrent medical conference. They expect 73,000 visitors, mainly from the Middle East, North and East Africa and Near East Asia, and 4000 exhibitors from 67 countries. The medical conference includes 18 CME-accredited sub-conferences with 500 international presenters. The MTO is organizing a Minnesota Section in the U.S. Pavilion. STEP matching funds are available to qualifying companies and participation paying up to $7500 of related marketing/travel costs.
When: January 25-28, 2016
Where: Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Center, United Arab Emirates
MTO / Minnesota Section Contact: Paul Hansen, International Trade Representative, Minnesota Trade Office, 651-259-7486; paul.hansen@state.mn.us
MARK THE DATE(S) FOR THESE MTO EVENTS: Active links, with more detail, are shown in "green".
♦ Nov. 9-13: ANEAS (Water Technology Show) Mexico 2015 -- Grant Funds! -- contact Steve Riedel - steve.riedel@state.mn.us
♦ Dec. 1: MN Water Technology Export Roundtable: Commercialization of Emerging Water Technologies -- contact Steve Riedel - steve.riedel@state.mn.us
REGISTER NOW
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Having trouble accessing an event link shown in this Calendar? Contact Gloria Henck at 651-259-7487 or gloria.henck@state.mn.us or Jackie Geiger at 651-259-7485 or Jackie.geiger@state.mn.us for help.
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