Economic Development Department
International Business Development
SOLON, OHIO KNOWS ITS PLACE IN THE WORLD
AND IT’S A GLOBALLY COMPETITIVE ONE !
IF YOU ARE A LOCAL COMPANY THAT WANTS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT INTERNATIONAL TRADE,
IF YOU ARE AN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY SEEKING A LOCATION IN NORTHEAST OHIO,
Please read on to see how Solon, Ohio and our partner organizations can give your company a competitive advantage.
Company Resources
Certificates of Origin
Ohio-China Initiative
SOLON INTERNATIONAL ROUNDTABLE
Visit the Solon Chamber of Commerce web site to learn about Solon International Roundtable – a forum for mentoring, problem solving, education, and contacts for companies interested in international trade.
www.solonchamber.comAvailable to members of the Solon Chamber of Commerce at no charge - Call the chamber at (440) 248-5080
U.S. Department of Commerce - Cleveland USEAC Events:
Danielle Rust
International Trade Specialist
U.S. Export Assistance Center - U.S. Department of Commerce
600 Superior Avenue East, Suite 700
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-522-4750
Fax: 216-522-2235
Danielle.Rust@mail.doc.gov
www.buyusa.gov/northeastohio
www.export.gov
Exporting to India Seminar (Click here for more information)
February 3, 2010 JoAnn Stores Corporate Offices 5555 Darrow Rd, HudsonFirstEnergy Export Now Trade Mission - Trade Winds Forum: The Americas (Click here for more information)
April 25-30, 2010
Sao Paulo, Brazil
Recruitment is limited - Register Your Interest Now!
FirstEnergy, a recognized Gold Partner for this event, is providing grants up to $1500 for qualified business customers to participate in this trade mission. As an official U.S. Department of Commerce multi-sector trade mission, Trade Winds offers participants a unique venue for connecting to business opportunities across the Americas. Register your interest today! For more information, contact the USEAC by replying to this email.
2010 GlobalTarget Program presented by Cleveland State University (Click here for more information)
Program will be launched in January 2010
Cost: $1295 includes a one-year membership for two individuals to receive all program features
GlobalTarget is designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) that are ready to expand their global presence. Manufacturing companies that are expanding into foreign markets will have an opportunity to work throughout the year with experienced mentors, CSU faculty experts, and others from the public and private sectors who offer current perspectives on operating in global markets. The knowledge, tools, and practices learned in the meetings over the next year will enable companies to execute their global strategies more quickly and effectively. Financial support of a Gold Key Service may be available.
RepCAN 2010 Webinar (Click here for more information)
January 14, 2010 2:00pm
The U.S. Commercial Service in Canada is hosting a FREE informative webinar to explain the benefits of RepCAN 2010 - CS Canada's flagship event for new-to-export and new-to-market firms. We invite U.S. firms interested in Canada as an export market to join us for this interactive session. Now in its 15th year, RepCAN 2010 is open to U.S. SMEs in all industry sectors with separate events staged in Vancouver, Montreal and Toronto between June 9 and June 17, 2010. Learn more about RepCAN 2010 and how it will help your business enter the Canadian market and grow your business in the largest and most important export market in the world.
"Making Exporting Easier" Web-based Seminars (Click here for more information)
January 20 - March 31, 2010
The "Making Exporting Easier" web-based seminars, a six-part session hosted by the U.S. Commercial Service, Midwest Network, brings expert presenters to address a number of topics critical to the mission of exporters. Companies new to exporting, or employees that are new to exporting can learn the basics of key issues. Topics to be covered include: Identifying Export Markets; Export Documentation; Common Methods of Payment for International Sales; Making the Most of International Trade Shows; Classifying Products under the Harmonized System; Using Export Credit Insurance as a Marketing Tool.
India Solar Energy Trade Mission II (Click here for more information)
February 14-19, 2010
Apply by December 31, 2010
Building on the success of the first solar energy trade mission, March 2009, the highly anticipated Second Solar Energy Trade Mission to India will include visits to New Delhi, Chennai and Mumbai. As a direct result of the first solar mission, contracts representing a collective value of $252 million were awarded to U.S. providers.
"Franchising: The Way to Profit in Mexico" Trade Mission (Click here for more information)
March 3-5, 2010
Apply by January 16, 2010
Strong commercial ties to the United States make Mexico a natural path for expansion into Latin America. Mexico is among the world's top 10 best countries for penetration through franchises, with one franchise for every 800 citizens – and the United States is by far Mexico's largest international provider. The mission will include business matchmaking at Mexico’s prestigious International Franchise Fair – the Feria Internacional de Franquicias – and an optional spin-off visit to Monterrey.
Executive-led Trade Mission to Senegal and South Africa (Click here for more information)
March 7-12, 2010
Apply by January 15, 2010
Senegal and South Africa offer a gateway for U.S. companies to enter the African continent. A growing consumer base and national efforts to upgrade and develop infrastructure have created opportunities for U.S. exporters in both countries. This mission will promote U.S. equipment and services in key sectors such as electric power systems, automotive spare parts, construction and mining equipment, and agribusiness, among others.
"Healthy Growth in India's Medical Market" Medical Trade Mission to India (Click here for more information)
March 8-13, 2010
Apply by January 8, 2010
India's vast and rapidly growing healthcare market presents opportunities across the spectrum of subsectors. This mission will promote U.S. medical and healthcare products and services in New Delhi, Chennai, and Mumbai, major healthcare hubs in India. One-on-one business matchmaking appointments, site visits to healthcare facilities, and meetings with Indian government officials are all part of this package. The mission is strategically scheduled to accommodate U.S. firms planning to exhibit at Medical Fair India 2010 in Mumbai.
Expanding Business in the Caribbean (Click here for more information)
Trade Mission to the Dominican Republic and Jamaica
March 15-19, 2010
Apply by January 22, 2010
Led by a senior Commerce official, the Trade Mission to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and Kingston, Jamaica, will open doors for U.S. firms seeking to enter or expand their presence in the Caribbean, a steadily growing regional market full of business opportunities for U.S. exporters. The Caribbean Region is a natural commercial partner of the United States, closely linked by geography, history, and culture. This mission offers a timely way for U.S. companies to gain first-hand market information, access to government decision-makers, and one-on-one meetings with pre-screened potential agents, distributors and other business partners.
"Green Industries Trade Mission" to Europe (Click here for more information)
April 11-16, 2010
The mission, sponsored by the U.S. Commercial Service and FedEx, will begin in Paris, with opening remarks by industry and government leaders, then plenary sessions on key topics essential for doing business in Europe. Delegates will then travel to two of the five major European countries for two days of country-specific activities. These activities may include meetings with key business contacts, government officials, trade specialists and U.S. executives already sucessfully operating in the country, as well as private one-on-one meetings with potential business partners arranged for you by the U.S. Commercial Service. The countries include France, Germany, Italy, Nordics, and the UK.
Growth Opportunities in Nigeria
Agriculture Equipment and Technology Trade Mission to Nigeria
May 25-26, 2010
Apply by March 31, 2010
To learn more/register: Timothy.Cannon@mail.doc.gov or Chamberlain.Eke@mail.doc.gov
The Agricultural Equipment and Technology Trade Mission to Abuja, Nigeria -- limited to 15 U.S. companies -- will include pre-travel briefings and webinars on Nigeria; one-on-one business appointments in country with pre-screened distributors, buyers, joint venture partners, and business owners; a networking reception; and meetings with key Nigerian government contacts, offering timely opportunities to learn about Nigeria's national initiatives to revitalize its agricultural sector and encourage large scale commercial farming.
Local Partner Events:NEOIBN Post Holiday Reception - "Discussion of International Business and Economic Development in NE Ohio"
(Click here for more information)
Presented by: NEOIBN (Northeast Ohio International Business Network)
Where: Embassy Suites Hotel, 5300 Rockside Rd, Independence
When: January 7th, 2010 Reception: 5:30pm-7:30pm, Panel Discussion: 6:15pm-7:00pm
Cost: Free
Promoting Ohio Economic Opportunities at Israel's AgroMashov International Tradeshow ( Click here for more information )
Presented by: Ohio-Israel Agricultural Initiative of The Negev Foundation and the Ohio Department of Agriculture
January 13-14, 2010
Israel Trade Fairs and Convention Center, Israel
Save the Date: UK Trade Mission
Presented by: NEOTEC (Northeast Ohio Trade and Economic Consortium) and ITAC (International Trade Assistance Center)
Birmingham & London, England
June 6 -13, 2010
For more information: Contact Kathy Bonacci at 866-253-4358, itac@itacneotec.org
US EXPORT ASSISTANCE CENTER
U.S. Department of Commerce - Cleveland USEAC Events:
Danielle Rust
International Trade Specialist
U.S. Export Assistance Center - U.S. Department of Commerce
600 Superior Avenue East, Suite 700
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-522-4750
Fax: 216-522-2235
Danielle.Rust@mail.doc.gov
www.buyusa.gov/northeastohio
www.export.gov
- “Export Programs of the U.S. Commercial Service” (Click here for more information)
Organized in conjunction with the Ohio ITAC
November 13, 2009, 7:30am-9:00am
Kent State University Tuscarawas, Room 113, Science and Advanced Technology Center, 330 University Dr. New Philadelphia - Trade Mission To Bulgaria
Nov. 14 - 19, 2009
The City of Cleveland and the SME Union are leading a trade mission to Bulgaria. This trade mission is supported by both the U.S. Commercial Service and the Greater Cleveland Partnership. Participants of the trade mission will be invited to networking events at the American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria, the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and various other receptions. Participants will also be able to participate in pre-scheduled appointments with potential buyers organized by the U.S. Commercial Service office in Sofia.
For more information, contact Sue Whitney (swhitney@mail.doc.gov, 216-522-4750) or Shana Marbury (smarbury@gcpartnership.com, 216-592-2249) - Green Energy Canada 2009, U.S Technology Exhibition/Seminar (Click here for more information)
November 17-18, 2009
Toronto, Ontario, Canada - The Northwest Ohio Manufacturing Forum: Business Diversification (Click here for more information)
Presented in conjunction with Northwest Ohio Regional Economic Development and The Ohio Manufacturer's Association
November 20, 2009, 2:45pm-5:30pm
Savage Arena, University of Toledo, Toledo - . Executive Trade Mission to Algeria and Libya
February 17-22, 2010 - Register by November 12
For more information or to register, contact Lisa Hout at 202-482-2796 or northafricamission@mail.doc.gov - Aerospace Executive Service Trade Mission at the Singapore Air Show (Click here for more information)
February 1-4, 2010 - Register by December 11 - Executive-led Trade Mission to Senegal and South Africa
March 7-12, 2010 - Register by January 15
For more information or to register, contact Karen Dubin at 202-482-3786 or karen.dubin@mail.doc.gov - Medical Trade Mission to India (Click here for more information)
March 8-13, 2010 - Register by January 8, 2010
Local Partner Events:
1. How to attract Venture Capital: What every Start-Up should Know - Global Gateway Series (Click here for more information)
Organized by: Cleveland State University - Nance College of Business Administraion
Beachwood Business Development Center, Three Commerce Park Square, 23230 Chagrin Blvd., Suite 900, Beachwood
2. Harmonized System/Schedule B Classification Workshop (Click here for more information)
Organized by: Star USA
October 28, November 4, 11, 18, 1:30pm-3:00pm
