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MAIB International Trade News Bulletin
Items of Interest to the International Business Community
July 7, 2008
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In This Issue:
Event: July 10—Immigrant Workforce
Event: July 14—Australia Films
Event: July 16—Intellectual Property in India
Event: July 22—Developing Export Markets
Event: October 7-9—Biotechnica Trade Show, Germany
Event: Nov. 19-22—MEDICA Trade Show, Germany
Event: Useful website—www.joc.com

Comments from MAIB's Executive Director Kristen Rupert......
Summer is in full swing and only a few international events appear on this month’s calendar. Enjoy the warm weather!

PANEL DISCUSSION: July 10, Thurs.—“Investing in the Massachusetts Immigrant Workforce,” 7:30am, Boston
Citizens Bank and the English Works Campaign present this breakfast panel discussion hosted and moderated by Larry Fish, Chairman, RBS Americas and Citizens Financial Group. The panel will talk about immigrant labor force trends and proven models for delivering English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) instruction at the workplace. Panelists include Lisa Zankman, Sr. VP Human Resources, Beth-Israel Deaconess Center; Bill Vernon, Director, National Federation of Independent Business, Mass.; Alvaro Lima, Research Director, Boston Redevelopment Authority; Rev. Cheng Imm Tan, Director, Office of New Bostonians; and Jerry Rubin, Pres. & CEO, Jewish Vocational Service. Location of breakfast is Citizens Bank, 8th Floor, 53 State St., Boston. To RSVP, call 617-350-5480 x 207 or email dbell@miracoalition.org.

EVENT: July 14, Mon.—“Australian Short Film Today,” 5:45pm, Cambridge
The American Australian Association, New England, invites members and friends to this evening of films, featuring the latest award-winning short films from Australia. Location is the Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle St., Cambridge. Tickets are $15 non-members, $10 members. For further information, visit the website below.

Visit the Brattle Theatre website.

WEBINAR: July 16, Wed. - "Understanding & Protecting Your Intellectual Property Rights in India," 2pm EDT
The US Department of Commerce, Commercial Service, presents this webinar to help participants understand how to conduct an intellectual property audit, understand the potential risk for their company, and locate resources to help protect and enforce IPR. International Trade Specialist Cassie Peters will be available to answer questions. Cost to participate is $35. To register and for further information, visit the website below.

Visit the Dept. of Commerce webinar registration site.

SEMINAR: July 22, Tues.—“Going International: Developing Export Markets,” 8:30am, Salem
The Salem State College Enterprise Center presents this free seminar for companies of all sizes that want to increase their international trade activities. Speakers include Paula Murphy, Director, Mass. Export Center; Dorothy Zur Muhlen, Director, US Dept. of Commerce, Commercial Services, Boston; and John Joyce, Small Business Association. To register and for further information, visit the website below.

Visit the Enterprise Center at Salem State College.

TRADE SHOW: October 7-9—“Biotechnica 2008,” Hannover, Germany
The Mass. Office of International Trade & Investment (MOITI) invites interested Mass. companies to participate in the Massachusetts pavilion at Biotechnica. Massachusetts companies participating at the pavilion receive an individual display unit, listing in the print and on-line trade show catalog, bilingual support staff, and other services. This trade show will attract more than 13,000 trade visitors from around the world and over 900 exhibitors showcasing biotechnology products and services. For further information on participating, contact Diana La Muraglia of MOITI at 617-973-8650 or Diana.lamuraglia@state.ma.us.

Visit www.biotechnica.de.

TRADE SHOW: Nov. 19-22—“MEDICA 2008,” Dusseldorf, Germany
MEDICA is the largest and internationally most significant medical technology trade show worldwide. The Massachusetts Office of International Trade & Investment (MOITI) reports that over half of its Mass. Pavilion booth space is already sold for this show. Pavilion participants receive a variety of services, including individual display units, signage, and listing in the show catalog. For further information, contact Diana LaMuraglia of MOITI at 617-973-8650 or Diana.lamuraglia@state.ma.us.

Visit www.medica.de

USEFUL WEBSITE: The Journal of Commerce On-Line
Many international business people may find the Journal of Commerce a useful resource for learning about recent trends in exports, shipping and markets. Visit the website below for more information.

Visit www.joc.com



NOTE TO OUR READERS
Your notices of events and suggestions for topics are always welcome.

Massachusetts Alliance for International Business (MAIB) is grateful to the Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MassMEP) for their financial support.

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This newsletter is produced by the MASSACHUSETTS ALLIANCE for INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (MAIB), an Affiliate of Associated Industries of Massachusetts (A.I.M.). MISSION: MAIB helps businesses succeed in the global economy through programs that inform, educate and assist. SERVICES: a bi-weekly email newsletter; annual International Trade Achievement Awards; Massachusetts Export Competitiveness Reports; Trade Seminars and Roundtables. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Kristen Rupert
 
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