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Below is a list of upcoming international trade events, which our
office is organizing or co-sponsoring/supporting. We hope that you will be able
to join us for at least one of them. You can also access this list as well
as info on other upcoming international events & missions at http://export.gov/illinois/tradeevents/eg_us_il_024667.asp
Debra H. Rogers
Senior International Trade Specialist
U.S. Department of Commerce
Commercial Service - Chicago
December 10-12, 2018: Discover Global Markets (DGM): Indo-Pacific – Salt Lake City, UT
This US Department of Commerce event will enable U.S. companies to explore sales channels and the project pipeline in the civil aviation, defense, and security sectors across the Indo-Pacific region. Conference sessions and one-on-one meetings will allow U.S. firms to dive deeper into markets of interest and hear from experts on market challenges, sales outlook, and proven strategies for developing partners in Australia, Bangladesh, Burma, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Participants will learn about how the supply chain is changing throughout the region in the face of innovation and disruption; and hear how companies are optimizing their supply chain to drive sales growth. Expert presenters will be available to help operationalize participating companies’ strategies by sharing insights on IPR, export compliance, cybersecurity, finance, advocacy, and more. Targeted attendees include CEOs/presidents, sales and marketing professionals, business development managers, engineers, procurement representatives, and supply chain managers. Registration Link: http://bit.ly/DGMIndoPacific Registration: $395. For more information, please contact Shelby Daiek at shelby.daiek@trade.gov or Phone: 801-524-3091
Chicago Trade Specialist Departures
As of mid-September, International Trade Specialist/ Commercial Officers Michael Marangell and Allison Mello have joined/ re-joined the Foreign Commercial Service and will both be posted in Beijing sometime next year after completing their Chinese language training. In addition, International Trade Specialist Vicki Tolefree has retired. As there is currently no authorization for new hiring, their duties are being absorbed by the remaining International Trade Specialists in the Chicago office. Affected client companies are encouraged to call 312-353-8040 or email office.chicago@trade.gov for assistance. We wish Allison, Vicki, and Michael well in their new adventures!
ExporTech - Now Recruiting Companies for Chicago Southland Cohort to Start in November
Unlock your export potential with ExporTech. On average, participating companies generate $770k in new export sales. ExporTech saves participants countless hours and eliminates fear of the unknown about getting paid, protecting intellectual property, finding sales representatives, and more. This 3-day intensive cohort-based program is scheduled for November, January, and February and will focus on companies in the south suburbs of Cook County, but open to others in greater Chicago as well. Space is limited. Please email Lisa Reijula, Metro Chicago Exports Program Manager, at <lreijula@metrochicagoexports.com (with cc to Debra.Rogers@trade.gov) to find out if this program is right for you.
Fact Sheets on New US-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement
The following four fact sheets on the newly revised NAFTA agreement are available on the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) website at https://ustr.gov/ (just scroll down a bit on the homepage.)
- 21st Century Trade Fact Sheet
- Manufacturing Fact Sheet
- Agriculture Fact Sheet
- Additional Agriculture Market Access Fact sheet
Information on $200 Billion of Chinese Imports Subject to Additional Tariffs as o 9/24/18
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) released a list of Chinese imports that will be subject to additional tariffs. The additional tariffs will be effective starting September 24, 2018, and initially will be in the amount of 10 percent. Starting January 1, 2019, the level of the additional tariffs will increase to 25 percent. The list contains 5,745 full or partial tariff lines. For the full announcement from USTR, see https://ustr.gov/about-us/policy-offices/press-office/press-releases/2018/september/ustr-finalizes-tariffs-200 . Click here to view the final list of Chinese goods subject to the increased import duty.
Information on Foreign Tariff Retaliations
Information about foreign retaliations in response to the U.S. 232 steel and aluminum tariffs is available to the public online at https://www.trade.gov/mas/ian/tradedisputes-enforcement/retaliations/tg_ian_002094.asp. The site has information about when the retaliatory tariffs have gone into effect, links to the official notifications and product lists by the various foreign governments, and a retaliation product coverage matrix, which companies can use to see if their products (at the HS-6 level) are being impacted by any of the retaliatory measures
October 29, 2018: 2018 Export Pitch - Chicago Chicago Regional Growth Corporation (CRGC) is pleased to present the 2018 Export Pitch, co-sponsored by UPS! 10 finalists, representing small and medium-sized companies throughout the region, will pitch to a panel of judges on their plans for going global and win one of three grand prizes. Attendees will hear from our finalists and enjoy food, drinks, and networking at Jenner & Block.
2:00-3:00 pm: Finalist display tables open
3:00-5:00 pm: Pitch competition
5:00-6:30 pm: Networking; Judges' decision announced at 5:30 pm
First Prize: $5,000 cash from CRGC and $5,000 in UPS International Export shipping credits Second Prize: $2,500 cash from CRGC and $2,500 in UPS International Export shipping credits Third Prize: $1,000 cash from CRGC and $1,000 in UPS International Export shipping credits
Hosted by Jenner & Block at 353 N. Clark Street, Chicago. Register to attend at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2018-export-pitch-tickets-51228047469?mc_cid=25847da2b2&mc_eid=4c3e5e95e2
December 5, 2018: The Latest IP Issues Relating to International Trade- Chicago
Luncheon program hosted by the International Trade Association of Greater Chicago. Presentations by five Intellectual Property (IP) attachés and one IP specialist assigned to U.S. missions abroad to work on IP matters in the EU, China, Latin America, South East Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa, as well as Dominic Keating, Director of U.S. Department of Commerce Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) Intellectual Property Attaché program. The attachés will provide insight on a wide range of IP topics relating to international trade, including the current international trade agreement and negotiation landscape, trade reports (e.g., Special 301 report, Notorious Markets report, and Investment Climate statement), and the IP enforcement environment in various countries (e.g., border and anti-counterfeiting efforts). 11:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Carlucci Rosemont, 6111 North River Road, Rosemont, IL. ITA/GC Members - $50; Non-members - $75. For information & registration, please see: http://calendar.itagc.org/docs/ITAGC_Calendar_10577.pdf.
October 23, 2018 @ 5:00pm CST: The Australian Aerospace & Defense Market - Webinar The Australian aerospace and defense market has emerged as one of the most dynamic and U.S.-friendly opportunities worldwide, having grown to be the U.S.’ 2nd largest defense market and 2nd largest helicopter market. Australia is investing nearly USD 150 billion over ten years in broad-based defense acquisitions – everything from cyber to space, as well as leading edge land, air and sea platforms – and will have the world’s first 5th generation air force in 2020, flying U.S.-made aircraft. Australia has also recently created a national space agency. American companies, through their Australian subsidiaries, form a big part of the Australian aerospace and defense landscape - including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, Rockwell Collins, and many more. Supply chain opportunities are substantial for US companies willing to promote hard and to work with Australian industry. Speakers include the U.S. Commercial Service’s Aerospace and Defense specialist for Australia, Dr. Doug Hartley; U.S. Office of Defense Cooperation’s Chief in Australia, Colonel Brian Moore; and Lockheed Martin’s Supply Chain Manager in Australia, Mr. Chris Hess. For more information and registration, see https://2016.export.gov/california/losangelesdowntown/events/auweb18/index.asp **All webinar participants will receive a discount code for the December Discover Global Markets: Indo-Pacific conference, focusing on opportunities at the Convergence of Aerospace + Defense + Security.
October 23, 2018: Doing Business in Honduras - Webinar
Organized by the U.S. Commercial Service, this webinar will focus on market opportunities and key projects in Honduras’ best prospect sectors, including: automotive parts, accessories, and service equipment; building and construction materials; architectural and engineering services; education and training; safety and security products and services; energy; and travel and tourism. 12:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $35. For information & registration, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=38842&InputType=EVENT
October 23, 2018 @ noon CDT: Fast and Free International Due Diligence- Free Webinar
Many international trade fraud cases can be prevented through simple and free open source Internet screening. Learn from a seasoned due-diligence practitioner just what piques her attention when reviewing a company’s information and gather tips to incorporate into your essential routine to avoid wasting time or getting burned. Spoiler alert: where there’s smoke, there’s fire! Presenter: Louise M. Kern, Managing Director, GloBIS, Global Business Information Services, Inc. With over 30 years of international experience, Louise M. Kern began working in the business information industry in 1996. She has lived in mainland China, Austria, Germany, and France. Louise has a BA in East Asian Languages and Civilizations and Master’s degree in the Social and Political Dynamics of Economic and Political Reforms in China, Former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe, both from the University of Chicago. Seeing the surging need for high-quality business information in the increasingly global economy and leveraging her extensive cultural knowledge. Louise founded Global Business Information Services, Inc. (GloBIS) in 2003, which provides solutions for business information in over 200 countries. Louise has served on the boards of the International Trade Association of Greater Chicago; International Women Associates, Chicago; & the Chicago Sister Cities China Committee. Her firm is an official partner of the U.S. Commercial Service. To register, go to: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/30358 For questions, contact: Jean Lin (630) 942-3041.
October 25, 2018: Doing Business in Chile – Webinar
Organized by the U.S. Commercial Service, this webinar will provide an overview of current business opportunities in Chile. 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. CDT. Fee: $35. For information & registration, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=38808&InputType=EVENT.
October 25, 2018 @ 8:00am CST: Opportunities in the Film Industry in Mauritius – Free Webinar
U.S. State Department will be hosting a Direct Line webinar on film industry opportunities in Mauritius. Topics covered will include current film rebate scheme credited with attracting numerous film projects and other investment opportunities in the sector. The webinar will be hosted by U.S. Ambassador to Mauritius, David Reimer. The webinar is free, but registration is required at https://www.state.gov/e/eb/directline/contact/286366.htm.
October 29, 2018 @ 12:30pm CDT: Understanding Brazil’s Biodiversity Law – Free Webinar
Companies in the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, supplement, food and beverage, and other relevant industries that source unique ingredients from Brazil should be aware of how Brazil’s new Biodiversity Law may affect their business in terms of fees for access and benefit sharing (ABS). This webinar will feature a presentation by Mr. Rafael de Sá Marques, President of the Genetic Heritage Management Council at Brazil’s Ministry of Environment. Other Brazilian government staff and Brazilian companies with experience in the topic may also join the presentation. Companies will have a chance to ask questions about the law and the conditions under which it may apply to their sourcing and use of biological resources from Brazil. The presenters will also introduce the new SISgen database, in which companies using Brazil’s genetic resources will be required to register. The presentation and discussion will be in English with ample time for questions. For more information and registration, visit: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QBU
November 1, 2018 @ 7pm CST: Themed Attraction Opportunities in China – Free Webinar
U.S. Commercial Service is hosting an online on themed attraction opportunities in China. Topics covered will include top trends and opportunities in the Chinese market as well as U.S. company perspective on working with Chinese partners and adapting the Chinese consumers. It will also cover the opportunity to meet Chinese delegates at 2018 IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando as information on the planned Themed Attractions Roadshow in April 2019. The webinar will feature multiple guest speakers. The webinar is free, but registration is required at https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QBZ. For questions, please email Maura Kawai Maura.Kawai@trade.gov or Terri Batch Terri.Batch@trade.gov.
November 8, 2018 @ 3:00pm CST: Maximizing International Alumni Relations - Webinar
As educational institutions continue to globalize their strategic plans, they are motivated to find and engage former students around the world. International alumni relations leverage the support of this potential group of brand ambassadors. Done effectively, strengthening relationships with international alumni increases global brand recognition, boosts international enrollment and fundraising, and creates new employment opportunities for current students and recent graduates. This webinar will discuss six value propositions for global alumni relations and encourage participants to prioritize next steps for engaging an increasingly valuable constituency. Key participant takeaways:
- Ability to clearly articulate the value proposition for investing in international alumni relations
- Ability to prioritize next steps for stewarding international alumni volunteers.
- Expanded awareness of ‘global’ alumni with an emphasis on identifying ‘transnational’ alumni.
Cost: $25. Please register online at: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QC0 For more information, please contact gabriela.zelaya@trade.gov or joan.kanlian@trade.gov
November 8, 2018 @ 6:00pm CST: Japan’s Medical Device Regulatory & Reimbursement System – Webinar
U.S. Commercial Service is hosting an online webinar focused Japan’s Medical Device Regulatory & Reimbursement System. The webinar will take place November 8th at 6:00pm CST. Topics will include: The regulatory and reimbursement environment in Japan for medical technology and recent trends; Commercialization strategies for the Japanese medical device market; Case studies of market access for medical technologies and how to avoid common missteps; Exhibiting opportunities at the Medical Japan Trade 2019 Show; And feature a presentation by Robert E. Claar President and CEO, Vorpal Technologies K.K. Registration fee: $25. Please register online at https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QCB. For questions, please contact Monica Toporkiewicz at MonicaToporkiewicz@trade.gov
November 14, 2018 @ 10:00am CST: India: Sell to the World's Fastest Growing Market & Middle Class- Free Webinar
U.S. Commercial service is hosting a webinar on international opportunities in India. The webinar will include informative discussion on best industry prospects and market entry strategies and will feature speakers from the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi. The webinar will also focus on Trade Winds Info-Pacific, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s largest trade mission that will be taking place in New Delhi, India from May 6-10, 2019. The webinar is free, but registration is required at https://go.usa.gov/xPTq. For information on the Trade Winds Indo Pacific event itself, please see https://live.eventtia.com/en/tradewinds19/Home. For questions, please email Shannon.Christenbury@trade.gov
November 20, 2018 @ noon CST: Doing Business in El Salvador – Webinar
Organized by the U.S. Commercial Service, this webinar will focus on market opportunities and key projects in El Salvador’s best prospect sectors, including: automotive parts and accessories; agricultural services; architectural and engineering services; education and training; safety and security equipment; renewable energy; packaging equipment; printing and graphics; pharmaceuticals; and travel and tourism. 12:00 p.m. CST. Fee: $35. For information & registration, please see:
https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=38843&InputType=EVENT.
November 28, 2018: Education Markets in Central Europe and BeSt3 – Free Webinar
Organized by the U.S. Commercial Service, this webinar will feature the education markets of Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovakia. It will also include related information on the BeSt3 Student Fair, in Vienna, Austria in March 2019. More than 75,000 visiting students and professionals attend this largest Student Fair in Austria. This is an opportunity for representatives of U.S. institutions of higher education, both undergraduate and graduate to explore the market in the region and make valuable connections for student recruitment. Register online at https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QC6
November 29, 2018 @ noon CST: Doing Business in Paraguay – Webinar
Organized by the U.S. Commercial Service, this webinar will provide an overview of current business opportunities in Paraguay. 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. CST. Fee: $35. For information & registration, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=38806&InputType=EVENT
December 11, 2018 @ 5:00 CST: Opportunities at China International Medical Equipment Fair (CEMF)– Free Webinar
U.S. Commercial Service is hosting an online webinar focused on opportunities at the upcoming CEMF, the largest medical equipment exhibition in Asia. CMEF will be taking place May 14-17, 2019. The webinar will include information on the 2019 CMEF show and opportunities for exhibiting U.S. companies, a discussion on the Corporate Executive Office (CEO) program, and a brief overview of the Chinese medical device market. The webinar is free, but registration is required at https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=9QC4. For questions, please contact Susan Sadocha Susan.Sadocha@trade.gov or Xiaoli Pan Xiaoli.Pan@trade.gov.
December 12, 2018 – #onlynew Cosmetic Showcase in Moscow
U.S. Commercial Service is hosting a cosmetic showcase in the U.S. Embassy Hall in Moscow, Russia. The showcase is intended to introduce cosmetic companies and their products to the Russian market, with a focus on ecommerce. Travel to Moscow is not necessary for this event. Companies can send their products and a video presentation to Moscow, where they will be presented to a group of bloggers and influencers. There is a 360 USD fee for entry in this event. If you are interested in this event, verbal confirmation of interest is due by October 24th, 2018. For questions, contact Haley Pitonyak Haley.Pitonyak@trade.gov and Yelena Alekseyeva yelena.alekseyeva@trade.gov
December 20, 2018 @ noon CST: Doing Business in Bolivia – Webinar
Organized by the U.S. Commercial Service, this webinar will provide an overview of current business opportunities in Bolivia. 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. CST. Fee: $35. For information & registration, please see:
https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=38809&InputType=EVENT
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November 15, 2018 at 1:00pm CDT: Upcoming Infrastructure Projects in Uruguay
December 3-7, 2018: Aerospace and Defense Trade Mission to Turkey: Ankara, Eskisehir, Istanbul
Join the American Turkish Council, and the U.S. Commercial Service for the second ADTM to Turkey, providing access to this $11-billion-dollar market. This program will provide access to business briefings from sector experts, B2B meetings with Turkish private sector & foundation companies, site visits, governmental meetings, and numerous receptions, networking opportunities. To reserve your spot today or learn more, visit: atc.to/admission or contact Richard Carpenter at richard.carpenter@trade.gov Base cost for this trade mission is $5,000.
March 24-29, 2019: Trade Mission to Southern Cone Region
The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration is organizing this trade mission to Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia and Chile (Southern Cone Region) that will include the Trade Americas – Business Opportunities in the Southern Cone Region Conference in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Mission participants will attend a mission briefing and will engage in one-on-one consultations with U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service (US&FCS) Commercial Officers and/or Economic/Commercial
Officers from U.S. Embassies in the Southern Cone Region. The mission is open to U.S. companies from a cross-section of industries with growing potential in the Southern Cone Region, but is focused on U.S. companies representing best prospects sectors such as: infrastructure and construction; architecture services; engineering services; construction equipment; building products; airports; ports; transportation; housing; environmental technologies; safety & security; energy & oil & gas; mining equipment; medical equipment; aerospace & defense; ICT & digital services; and logistics. For information & an application, please see: https://2016.export.gov/eac/show_detail_trade_events.asp?EventID=38696&InputType=EVENT.
May 6-13, 2019: Tradewinds 2019: Indo Pacific Forum & Mission – New Delhi, India
Network with key industry contacts, schedule individual meetings with U.S. Economic Diplomats, gain first-hand market insight and solidify your Indo-Pacific business strategy during the U.S. Commercial Service Trade Winds Forum and Mission in New Delhi, May 6-8, 2019. In ten international Trade Winds events, the U.S. Commercial Service has facilitated more than $250 million in export sales for U.S. companies. We are excited to lead our 11th mission to India. Registration coming soon! To subscribe to receive updates, click here. For more information, see https://2016.export.gov/tradewinds/ or e-mail TradeWinds@trade.gov with cc to Debra.Rogers@trade.gov.
August 18-23, 2019: Trade Mission to the Central America Region – Washington DC, Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama The Central American region represents a market of about 43 million people who collectively imported over $20.9 billion of U.S. goods in 2016. This makes the region is the 3rd largest export market for U.S. manufactured goods in Latin America behind only Mexico and Brazil. For more information, please see https://2016.export.gov/tradeamericas/tradeevents/trademissions/centralamerica/
November 13-16, 2018: Cosmoprof Asia – Hong Kong
Cosmoprof is the largest and most prestigious international beauty trade exhibition in Asia. As a U.S. Department of Commerce Certified Trade Show, we offer counseling services to both U.S. exhibitors and international buyers. Cosmoprof’s Trade Fair Certification (TFC) ensures a high-quality, multi-faceted opportunity for American companies to successfully market overseas. Venue: Hong Kong International Airport and Exhibition Center. For more information, click HERE. For questions or registration, please contact Haley.Pitonyak@trade.gov
November 14–16, 2018: DISCOP ‘Made in the USA’ Pavilion - Johannesburg, Africa The U.S. Department of Commerce in collaboration with Basic Lead offers an exhibition package in the USA PAVILION. The DISCOP Johannesburg market has become the world’s number one destination to sell international film, TV series, adaptation rights, digital content, packaged TV channels into Sub-Saharan Africa, and to acquire and co-produce content “Made in Africa”. The USA Pavilion will feature a matchmaking area with tables; a welcome desk and meeting-organization assistant, multiple branding opportunities, a market briefing by ITA’s local experts and a U.S. reception with the Consul General of the United States and U.S. businesses can sign up for a local Studio Tour. For more information or to register, please contact: Vicki Tolefree at 312-353-3748, email: vicki.tolefree@trade.gov or Andrea DaSilva at email: andrea.dasilva@trade.gov.
November 26-29, 2018 @11am-7pm – The Big 5 Dubai – Dubai World Trade Center, Dubai, UAE
The Big 5 Dubai will exhibit U.S. companies to influence buyers from the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia, and South-East Asia. It is the largest construction exhibition for these regions and covers categories such as Building Envelop & Special Construction, Building Interiors & Finishes, Construction Technology & Innovation, Solar Power, and Design & Landscaping. Over 64,000 people attend the show, representing 137 countries, and there are over 2,600 exhibitors. Any U.S. businesses who are exhibiting at this show will have full support from U.S. Commercial Service personnel and their resources. They will be there to help connect you with qualified business contacts throughout the region. For more information about the show itself, please see www.thebig5.ae.
December 10-12, 2018: Discover Global Markets (DGM): Indo-Pacific – Salt Lake City, UT
This US Department of Commerce event will enable U.S. companies to explore sales channels and the project pipeline in the civil aviation, defense, and security sectors across the Indo-Pacific region. Conference sessions and one-on-one meetings will allow U.S. firms to dive deeper into markets of interest and hear from experts on market challenges, sales outlook, and proven strategies for developing partners in Australia, Bangladesh, Burma, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Participants will learn about how the supply chain is changing throughout the region in the face of innovation and disruption; and hear how companies are optimizing their supply chain to drive sales growth. Expert presenters will be available to help operationalize participating companies’ strategies by sharing insights on IPR, export compliance, cybersecurity, finance, advocacy, and more. Targeted attendees include CEOs/presidents, sales and marketing professionals, business development managers, engineers, procurement representatives, and supply chain managers. Registration Link: http://bit.ly/DGMIndoPacific Early Bird Registration: $325 through September 5; $395 after September 5. For more information, please contact Shelby Daiek at shelby.daiek@trade.gov or Phone: 801-524-3091
January 22-25, 2019: World of Concrete 2019 – Las Vegas
As this show is a participant in the U.S. Department of Commerce International Buyer Program, Commercial Service offices in over 40 countries will be recruiting delegations of international buyers to visit the show. U.S. companies are encouraged to connect with the Commercial Service in order to gain international market insights and to set up meetings with the delegates and delegation leaders. For more information and registration, see https://2016.export.gov/california/irvine/events/woc/index.asp . For questions, contact Debra.Rogers@trade.gov
May 14-17, 2019: Corporate Executive Office (CEO) Program at China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF)
U.S. Commercial Service is offering an opportunity for companies to participate as exhibitors in the Corporate Executive Office (CEO) Program at the upcoming China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF) in Shanghai, China, May 2019. The CEO Program is a trade show program designed to off small to medium companies a method of exhibiting at a trade show. This program will be offered at CMEF, the largest medical equipment exhibition in Asia featuring over 4,100 exhibitors from 28 countries and about 120,000 visitors from around the world. Applications are now being accepted for 12 available spots; applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all spots are filled. There is a registration cost of $4,650. For more information and to register, contact Susan Sadocha Susan.Sadocha@trade.gov, Cindy Ma Cindy.Ma@trade.gov, or Xiaoli Pan Xiaoli.Pan@trade.gov. For information about full booth exhibiting, please contact Raymond Filbert Raymond.Filbert@trade.gov.
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