AICC Events Pages

Upcoming China Dental Webinar (1/18/2012)
When: January 18, 2012 - 3:30 pm PST / 6:30 pm EST
Where: At your desk!
Cost: $50

In the wake of increased living standards, the demand for dental services in China is growing and is expected to climb 11% annually through 2012. Of China’s 1.3 billion plus people, 50 percent of the adults and 70 percent of the children have decayed tooth problems, and over 90 percent of the people have periodontal disease. The increase of special dental hospitals or clinics has also contributed the growing demand for dental equipment. Join us as we hear from the U.S. Department of Commerce in China and private sector industry experts.  This webinar will cover: market opportunities and best strategies for entry; how to find reliable and credit-worthy distributors; regulatory requirements; and mitigating Intellectual Property Rights risk.  Begin your China strategy now!  

Register Today

For questions please contact Jetta DeNend at 212-809-2644.

2011 National DEC Conference & Exposition
Nov. 2-5, 2011
Caesars Palace Hotel & Casino,
Las Vegas, Nevada.

Join the 2011 National District Export Council Conference and Exposition, Nov. 2-5, 2011 at Caesars Palace Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. This conference and expo will jump-start new-to-export companies and increase exporting know-how for businesses active in the global marketplace. This year’s conference theme, Exporting increases sales…It’s in the cards, makes clear that exporting may be the ace up your sleeve in keeping your business in the black.  The conference will feature Export University, a curriculum structured for new and experienced exporters; senior government policy officials discussing current issues and trends in exporting; workshops; one-on-one meetings with U.S.  and Foreign Commercial Service Officers, foreign consuls and commercial attaches; networking opportunities; and an exposition hall with export service providers, trade organizations, and businesses.

12 Educational Track Workshops

• financial assistance programs
• grants
• logistics-compliance
• market expansion
• innovative new product needed
• alternative energy evaluations & opportunities
• new tools to increase sales and company performance
• successful exporters interactive panel
• region specific evaluations: Americas, Pac Rim and Europe/Africa

Export Grants Track featuring SBA’s new $30 million STEP program and more. 
Best of the Best Export University 101, 201, and 301 including Certification! 
7 Full Meals: Breakfast and lunch every day with receptions and a Gala Dinner on Friday
Outstanding Keynote Speakers from the private and public sectors and subject matter experts on panels and conducting workshops and seminars.
DEC leadership meetings focusing on the most important international, national, and local best practices, policy,reorganization, budgets and legislative issues. 
NEW THIS YEAR is a full exposition hall featuring 30 exhibit booths exhibiting products and services     from the public and private sectors and the U.S. Census Export Pavilion.  Attendees will receive limited free access to USATrade OnLine.
International Pavilion with Consuls and foreign trade representatives to discuss doing business in, and sending products to, their countries. Countries confirmed are Azerbaijan, China, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Armenia, Egypt, France, Turkey, Thailand, Uruguay, Lithuania, Italy, Romania, United Kingdom and Poland.

One-on-one meetings with 8 U.S. Commercial Attaches
Special events featuring VISA/SBA You Tube Export Awards plus CS 30th Anniversary and more.

Learn more about the DEC Conference

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AICC Event Information:

In preparation for Trade Winds Asia 2012
May 14-22, 2012
Singapore

we have developed a number of webinars to introduce you to the business opportunities that are available in Asia. You can register for the webinar series or you can register for them individually, the choice is yours. If you have any questions regarding any of these webinars, you can contact AICC office and he will be happy to help you.


Venue: Your Computer!
Dates: November 9; December 9, 2011 and January 9; February 9; March 9, 2012
Time: 9:00-10:15AM EST
Cost: AICC Membership free and $150 per company

Event:
Business Opportunities in Asia for U.S. Companies - Webinar Series
Southeast Asia, one of the most lucrative regions in the world, presents great opportunities for U.S. Businesses. Organized by the U.S. Commercial Service's Trade Winds Team, this webinar series will help your company learn how to successfully do business in Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. Gain knowledge about the export opportunities and best prospects in the region. Meet key contacts at the U.S. Commercial Service Offices in Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia.
Register for the Webinar Series

Venue: Your Computer!
Date: November 9, 2011
Time: 9:00-10:15AM EST
Cost: $35 per participant
Event:
Business Opportunities in Singapore Webinar
Singapore is a sophisticated and modern economy that offers excellent opportunities for U.S. firms interested in penetrating the Asian market. Gain knowledge about the export opportunities and best prospects in the market. Meet key contacts at the U.S. Commercial Service Offices in Singapore. This webinar is part of Trade Winds Asia 2012, an official U.S. Department of Commerce multi‐sector trade mission to be held in Singapore from May 14‐22, 2012, focusing on how to successfully do business throughout the Asia region.
Register for the Singapore Webinar

Venue: Your Computer!
Date: December 9, 2011
Time: 9:00-10:15AM EST
Cost: $35 per participant
Event:
Business Opportunities in Vietnam Webinar
Vietnam is a true emerging market, offering ground floor and growing opportunities for U.S. exporters and investors. Vietnam's continued strong economic growth presents great opportunities for U.S. Businesses. Gain knowledge about the export opportunities and best prospects in the market. Meet key contacts at the U.S. Commercial Service Offices in Vietnam. This webinar is part of Trade Winds Asia 2012, an official U.S. Department of Commerce multi‐sector trade mission to be held in Singapore from May 14‐22, 2012, focusing on how to successfully do business throughout the Asia region.
Register for the Vietnam Webinar


Venue: Your Computer!
Date: January 9, 2012
Time: 9:00-10:15AM EST
Cost: $35 per participant
Event:
Business Opportunities in Thailand Webinar
Thailand’s economic growth has created opportunities for U.S. companies in a number of infrastructure sectors, including electrical power, telecommunications, and renewable energy. Gain knowledge about the export opportunities and best prospects in the market. Meet key contacts at the U.S. Commercial Service Offices in Thailand. This webinar is part of Trade Winds Asia 2012, an official U.S. Department of Commerce multi‐sector trade mission to be held in Singapore from May 14‐22, 2012, focusing on how to successfully do business throughout the Asia region.
Register for the Thailand Webinar

Venue: Your Computer!
Date: February 9, 2012
Time: 9:00-10:15AM EST
Cost: $35 per participant
Event:
Business Opportunities in Indonesia Webinar
Indonesia, a thriving democracy with significant regional autonomy, is located on the world’s major trade routes and has extensive natural resources, presenting great opportunities for U.S. Businesses.
Important opportunities exist in mining, energy, agribusiness equipment and services. The aircraft market favors U.S. products. Gain knowledge about the export opportunities and best prospects in the market. Meet key contacts at the U.S. Commercial Service Offices in Indonesia. This webinar is part of Trade Winds Asia 2012, an official U.S. Department of Commerce multi‐sector trade mission to be held in Singapore from May 14‐22, 2012, focusing on how to successfully do business throughout the Asia region.
Register for the Indonesia Webinar

Venue: Your Computer!
Date: March 9, 2012
Time: 9:00-10:15AM EST
Cost: $35 per participant
Event:
Business Opportunities in Malaysia Webinar
Malaysia continues to manage the development and industrialization of the economy, presenting great opportunities for U.S. Businesses. Malaysia continues to manage the development and industrialization of the economy, presenting great opportunities for U.S. Businesses. Gain knowledge about the export opportunities and best prospects in the market. Meet key contacts at the U.S. Commercial Service Offices in Malaysia. This webinar is part of Trade Winds Asia 2012, an official U.S. Department of Commerce multi‐sector trade mission to be held in Singapore from May 14‐22, 2012, focusing on how to successfully do business throughout the Asia region.


For more information of Regist for the event, please contact AICC Asia office in Beijing China:
Email: asia@aiccus.org
Tel: 86-10-8532-4980
Fax: 86-10-8532-4940

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8th Annual Conference GlobalCalifornia.com Convenes in Los Angeles
Thursday, June 23, 2011

ATTENTION CALIFORNIA BUSINESS!

Attend the 8th annual Global California conference at the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce on June 23rd and receive a free listing in the new GlobalCalifornia.com business portal.

GlobalCalifornia.com is designed as a unifying contact point for public and private sector organizaitons located throughout California that support both domestic and global users wishing to conduct bilateral trade and investment with California businesses. GlobalCalifornia.com will employ a 'click and chat' methodology where online content will be supported by 'on-the-ground' services.

The 8th annual Global California conference will feature expert panels on each of GlobalCalifornia.com's industry directories as they are listed online (legal, logistics, marketing, trade finance, advocacy, government agencies, industry associations and education).

GlobalCalifornia.com will provide the 'missing link' to increasing bilateral trade and investment between the California business community and the rest of the world. So sign up now to attend the 8th annual Global California conference and to also become a part of GlobalCalifornia.com.

Thursday, June 23, 2011
Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
Bank of America Room
350 S. Bixel Street,
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Time:
8:00am registration
9:00am - 3:15pm - presentations
Online registration:
$55 - MBITA & VITA Members
$70 - Non Members
At the Door:
$10 surcharge
Cash or checks only
Parking is available on a first-come first-serve basis in the Chamber's parking structure, accessible via 4th Street for a rate of $6. Overflow will be directed to adjacent lots.

SPEAKERS
Andrew Sweibel, Vice President International, Bobrick Washroom Equipment
Wayne Jepson, Head of Sales, Panalpina
Jeffery Daar, Principal, Daar & Newman, a Professional Law Corporation
Michael Newman, Principal, Daar & Newman, a Professional Law Corporation
Matthew Neco, General Counsel, Docstoc, Inc.
Leslie Levy August, Secretary General, Trade Bridge International, Inc.
Stacy Sun, CEO, Asia Pacific-USA Chamber of Commerce
Tami Zhu, Head of Marketing and Business Development, Alibaba.com
Rob Guthrie, Business Development Officer, Renewable Energy & Environmental Exports, Export-Import Bank of the U.S.
Rene LaRue, Acting Assistant Port Director, Trade Operations, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Los Angeles/Long Beach Seaport
Bobby Hines, International Trade Specialist, U.S. Commercial Service, Los Angeles
Randal Long, Chairman, Outreach & Publicity, Southern California Regional District Export Council (SCRDEC)
Maurice Kogon, Director, Center for International Trade Development (CITD), El Camino College
Peter Laanen, International Trade Director, Netherlands Business Support Office (NBSO)
Alison Germak Gatchev, Director, Corporate Development, Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC)
Boon Ho Toh, Center Director, International Enterprise Singapore
Ing Phansavath, Program Manager, Department of Business Management and Legal Programs, UCLA Extension
Norman Arikawa, International Trade Development Manager, Port of Los Angeles

SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS


LIMITED SEATING - RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
Online registration and exhibit / sponsorship opportunities at
www.mbita.org/events/home.php

Contact the MBITA office at 831-335-4780 or email cristina@mbita.org

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