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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.
Regards,
Haley Pitonyak Milan
International Trade Specialist
U.S. Commercial Service Chicago
Haley.Milan@trade.gov
Retirement of Trade Specialist Debra Rogers Chicago Senior International Trade Specialist Debra Rogers began a well-deserved retirement effective January 1, 2020. Please reach out to her via LinkedIn if you’d like to keep in touch.
Connect with CS Chicago!
Take the first step into finding new markets! Contact your local Trade Specialist in your area who covers your industry and can help increase your export sales.
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Hovan Asdourian, Office Director - Hovan.Asdourian@trade.gov
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Dan Kim, Senior International Trade Specialist - Kyungsoo.Kim@trade.gov
Industries: Advanced Manufacturing; Environmental Technologies; Transportation Equipment & Services; Automotive; Railroad
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Haley Milan, International Trade Specialist - Haley.Milan@trade.gov
Industries: Agribusiness; Food Processing/Packaging Equipment and Hotel/Restaurant Equipment; Consumer Goods; Education & Training; Apparel/Textiles; Publishing, Media & Entertainment; Printing Equipment
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Monica Toporkiewicz, Senior International Trade Specialist - Monica.Toporkiewicz@trade.gov
Industries: Healthcare & Life Sciences; Chemicals
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Richard Carpenter, Senior International Trade Specialist - Richard.Carpenter@trade.gov
Industries: Aerospace; Safety & Security; Design & Construction Services; Defense; Information & Communication Technology; Energy; Plastics; Travel/Tourism; Financial Services
If in doubt, please email office.chicago@trade.gov
NEW Exporting Skills Videos - The Complete List Did you miss one or more of the new Exporting Skills videos? In our new short videos, you'll gain an understanding of key international trade topics. Here's the complete list with updated links. Watch one today!
Advice for U.S. Companies on Preparing for Brexit: The U.S. Commercial Service (CS) London office has created a new section on the CS UK website with resources to help US businesses prepare for Brexit at: https://2016.export.gov/unitedkingdom/brexit/index.asp
February 13, 2019 @ 12:00pm CDT: Business Opportunities in the Caribbean Region Webinar Series - Haiti: Export Compliance – Advocacy and Trade Barriers
The webinar is part of an eight-part series hosted by the U.S. Commercial Service covering the following markets: The Bahamas, Barbados/Eastern Caribbean (Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines), Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Guyana, Suriname and Trinidad and Tobago. This webinar series will provide valuable insights to new and experienced exporters who will gain knowledge of the export opportunities in this dynamic region. It is also a venue to prepare U.S. companies for the upcoming Trade Mission to the Caribbean Region-May 31-June 5, 2020 in Barbados. Cost: $35 per webinar, or $150 for entire series. To register: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=0QCY
February 18, 2020 @ 1:00pm CST: Exporting Mechanics Series – Drop Shipments & Routed Transactions
Learn how drop shipments and routed transactions are handled as a supply chain management method and how this can be an advantage in exporting. This webinar is part of a series hosted by the US Commercial Service in partnership with the NCBFAA Educational Institute, where experts will present exporting mechanics focused on more leading and progressive topics.Cost: $25. Please register online at http://www.ncbfaa.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/855.html?Action=Conference_Detail&ConfID_W=855&menukey=events
February 25, 2020 @12:30pm CST: Supply Chain Opportunities in the U.S. and Canadian Marine Sectors
Webinar, sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service, the U.S. Marine Machinery Association and the Canadian Marine Industries and Shipbuilding Association, will cover emerging marine and shipbuilding opportunities across the North American continent, industry spotlights, cybersecurity requirements when working with the U.S. Department of Defense, etc. Fee: $25. For information & registration, please see:https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=0QEH
March 5, 2020 @ 1:00pm CST: Export Distributor Agreements
Do you wonder how you could improve your international distribution by having better agreements with your international partners? Join a webinar featuring attorney Grant Leach, a Partner at the Omaha-based Husch Blackwell, who will share tips on creating excellent export distributor agreements. Topics will include scope of appointments, commercial terms for order submission, compliance requirements, intellectual property rights, dispute resolution provisions, and more. In addition to the legal update, you will hear from experienced exporters Rob Haak (The Asia Sales Manager, based in Hawaii) and Chris Dana (Vermeer, based in Iowa) for their first-hand perspectives on how they use high quality distributor agreements to better manage their international partnerships. Cost: $75 Register Here Contact Heather Ranck for more information: heather.ranck@trade.gov
March 10, 2020 @ 1:00pm CST: Exporting Mechanics Series – Cultural Sensitivity Program
Learn about cultural norms, traveling overseas, cultural understanding with negotiations, and the duty of care for employees. This webinar is part of a series hosted by the US Commercial Service in partnership with the NCBFAA Educational Institute, where experts will present exporting mechanics focused on more leading and progressive topics. Cost: $25. Please register online athttp://www.ncbfaa.org/Scripts/4Disapi.dll/4DCGI/events/856.html?Action=Conference_Detail&ConfID_W=856&menukey=events
March 12, 2020 @ 12:00pm CST: Business Opportunities in Jamaica
Webinar, sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service, will discuss business opportunities for U.S. firms in Jamaica. 12:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $35. For information & registration, please see: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=0QD0
April 9, 2020 @ 12:00pm CST: Business Opportunities in Trinidad and Tobago
Webinar, sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service, will discuss business opportunities for U.S. firms in Trinidad and Tobago. 12:00 p.m. CDT. Fee: $35. For information & registration, please see: https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=0QCZ
April 20-27, 2020: TradeWinds Mission & Business Forum - Hong Kong
The largest annual U.S Department of Commerce-led Trade Mission is headed to Hong Kong and the Indo-Pacific April 20-27, 2020. Among the benefits of Trade Winds is the ability to meet individually with nearly 20 U.S. Diplomats from across the Indo-Pacific region. In addition to your business meetings with potential partners, in-depth conference sessions, and networking events, the U.S. Diplomat meetings allow you to gain first-hand market insight and solidify your business strategy. For the Trade Winds website, see https://live.eventtia.com/en/tradewinds2020/Home . Registration is now live at https://live.eventtia.com/en/tradewinds2020/Registration. Questions? Email TradeWinds@trade.gov
May 31- June 5, 2020: Trade Mission to the Caribbean
Organized by the U.S. Department of Commerce, this mission will include the Trade Americas – Business Opportunities in the Caribbean Conference in Bridgetown, Barbados on May 31-June 1, 2020. The mission is open to U.S. companies from a cross section of industries with growing potential in the Caribbean region, but is focused on U.S. companies in best prospects sectors such as: Automotive Parts and Services; Construction Equipment/Road Building Machinery/Building Products/Infrastructure projects; Medical Equipment and Devices/Pharmaceuticals; ICT; Energy Equipment and Services; Safety and Security Equipment; Hotel and Restaurant Equipment; Franchise; Manufacturing Equipment; Yachting industry/Maritime services/Sailing Equipment. The combination of participation in the Trade Americas – Business Opportunities in the Caribbean Region Conference and business-to-business matchmaking appointments in the Caribbean region markets, will provide participants with access to substantive information about and strategies for entering or expanding their business across the Caribbean region. For information and an application, please see:
https://2016.export.gov/tradeamericas/tradeevents/trademissions/caribbeanregion/index.asp
March 4-7, 2020: Natural Products Expo West (NPEW) - Anaheim, CA
Natural Products Expo West (NPEW) is the world’s largest and premier trade show for the natural, organic, and health products industry. During NPEW the Commercial Service will be conducing several programs including: - Business – To – Government (B2G) Program: Meet with our U.S. Embassy Commercial Specialists who are our “boots on the ground” resource for U.S. companies looking to expand their presence overseas. - Business – To – Business Program: Once you sign up for one-on-one meetings, as an added-value service we will also provide your company profile to the Specialists to share with the buyer delegates they will escort to the show from their markets. - Global Export Seminar Series: A five-part seminar series taking place at the NPEW 2020 on Wednesday, March 4th from 11:30am – 5:30 pm in the Global Resource Center, Room 204C, at the Anaheim Convention Center. There is no separate conference fee to attend the export seminar series. For more information: Susan.Widmer@trade.gov; Koreen.Grube@trade.gov; Allan.Christian@trade.gov or visit www.expowest.com
April 20-24, 2020: Hannover Messe 2020 - Germany
Plan on attending Hannover Messe 2020 or want to learn more? Hannover Messe is the world’s leading trade fair for industrial technology, with 6,500 booths attracting over 215,000 attendees from 75 countries. Industry pavilions covering Digital Ecosystems, Global Business & Markets, Young Tech Enterprises, Energy Solutions, Automation, Motion & Drives, Logistics, Engineered Parts & Solutions, and Future Hub. Unmatched international exposure for participating U.S. companies and organizations is furthered through the complimentary value-added services offered by the U.S. Commercial Service to U.S. firms. Please contact: Dan.kim@trade.gov in the U.S. Commercial Service- Chicago Office if you are interested in attending. Additional information can be found here: https://2016.export.gov/hannovermesse/
April 24, 2020: iBeauty- Novelties 2020 – Moscow, Russia With a population of 150 million and an estimated $26 billion personal care products market in 2019, Russia’s cosmopolitan population offers opportunities for U.S. companies looking to expand beyond Europe and Asia. U.S. cosmetics exports reached $149 million in 2018 and are predicted to grow 7% per annum over the next five years. Hot trends for U.S. products include natural and organic cosmetics, as well as products for specialty needs including skincare, children etc.
Showcasing American Beauty: The first expo, organized by the U.S. Embassy in Moscow, in 2016, was a great success. Fifty American brands were introduced to over 1,500 Russian distributors, wholesalers, retail chains, beauty salons and clinics. The event was covered by seven lifestyle magazines and a number of beauty bloggers. Why You Should Join the iBeauty Showcase? • Connect with distributors, wholesalers, and large retail chains as well as sector professionals and end-users. • Introduce your brand, make a launch presentation or any other promo activity. • Combine your participation with visit to the International trade show “Intercharm” in Moscow. • Explore one of the largest consumer markets in the world and expand your sales. • Learn and obtain first-hand experience about the Russian market and Russian consumers. • Exposure to bloggers and media during the event. For more information contact Haley Milan at Haley.Milan@trade.gov
April 28, 2020: Virtual Education Fair using Virtual Reality with Ukraine!
The U.S. Commercial Service Global Education Team is offering a Virtual Education Fairs using virtual reality technology (VR VEF) with Ukraine - April 28, 2020 at 9 am EST.
- Present to top recruitment agents and high school counselors at the U.S. embassy
- Provide a 10-minute PowerPoint presentation highlighting your programs
- Showcase your campus and town sites with a 2-3 minute 360-degree video. *Schools without 360-degree videos may provide a standard video, if available*
- Receive a Welcome Kit with updated education market information and profiles of top education recruitment partners and high school counselor in-country
- Participants will be trained on using the online platform technology prior to the program
Who Should Participate: Appropriately accredited U.S. secondary education institutions, community colleges with high quality transfer options, and undergraduate programs. Technology and 360-Degree Videos:Interested educational institutions will be asked to provide a 2-3 minute 360-degree video for use during this program. *Schools without 360-degree videos may provide a standard video, if available.*
Cost:Participation in the Ukraine VR VEF is $1,000 per U.S. educational institution. Participation will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please notify Haley.Milan@traed.gov and Gabriela.Zelaya@trade.gov if you are interested in the Ukraine VR VEF.
May 4-7, 2020: International B2B and Market Counseling at WasteExpo – New Orleans The U.S. Commercial Service will once again partner with WasteExpo to connect participating U.S. companies with international buyers and to provide market counseling from our visiting U.S. Commercial Specialists from markets around the world. WasteExpo is North America’s largest tradeshow and conference for the waste, recycling, and organics industry. It brings together 14,000 participants from over 100 countries. We will soon open registration for U.S. companies participating in WasteExpo to request business-to-business matchmaking and Showtime counseling programs. In the meantime, please contact Monica.Mcfarlane@trade.gov; Jorge.Arce@trade.gov; James.Aardappel@trade.gov; or Ryan.Russell@trade.gov with any questions. For more information about the WasteExpo show itself, please see: https://www.wasteexpo.com/en/register.html.
June 1-3, 2020: SelectUSA Investment Summit – Washington, DC The SelectUSA Investment Summit promotes the United States as the world’s premier investment destination and connects qualified foreign firms with U.S. economic development organizations (EDOs) to facilitate business investment and job creation. The Investment Summit draws high-caliber attendees to help forge connections and initiate business deals. EDOs are on site to share business location intelligence, as well as pre-vetted potential investors actively seeking business opportunities in the United States, relevant service providers that can help investment possibilities become realities, and C-Suite executives and government officials who can discuss the latest policy and business trends. For more information, visit https://www.selectusasummit.us/
June 2 -5, 2020: USA Pavilion at Agro 2020 – Kiev, Ukraine Ukraine's agribusiness sector remains one of the most promising sectors of the economy. With over a quarter of the world’s reserves of black earth, it is one of the most fertile places on the planet. Over 40 million hectares of agricultural land coves 70 percent of the country, making agriculture Ukraine’s largest export industry. Although Ukraine is a major global producer of crops, its agricultural sector is under-equipped and much of its existing agricultural machinery is outdated. Join our USA Pavilion at AGRO 2020, June 2-5, 2020, Kyiv, Ukraine. Click here for more on Ukraine’s agriculture sector. For questions, or to register, please contact Andrew Anderson Andrew.Anderson@trade.gov
July 5-9, 2020: Singapore International Water Week – Singapore
The Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) is the world’s premier platform to connect the water industry for innovative solutions and sustainable urban water management. The biennial event gathers stakeholders from the global water industry to share best practices, showcase latest technologies and tap business opportunities. SIWW 2020 will be held in conjunction with World Cities Summit and CleanEnviro Summit Singapore from at the Sands Expo and Convention Center, Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.SIWW 2020 has partnered with the U.S. Commercial Service and is offering a U.S. Pavilion to highlight participating U.S. companies and technologies. We hope you'll take advantage of this opportunity to enter or expand in this dynamic part of the world. For more information, please contact Kim Lorei (klorei@b-for.com) or Sherry Ng (Sherry.ng@trade.gov)
July 9, 2020: Promote Your School in France, Portugal and Spain – Virtual Showcase your school to top potential recruitment partners overseas using the latest virtual reality technologies available. Participate in our virtual fair where six accredited US institutions present to an audience of agents and counselors at the embassies in Spain, Portugal and France to promote their programs and schools. Each school has ten minutes to present via online platform and using virtual reality technology Register your interest now! Please connect with Haley Milan (Haley.Milan@trade.gov) to express your interest in the program.
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