August 26, 2010
In This Issue:
Sept. 11 - World Affairs Council, Springfield
Sept. 13 - Ex-Im Bank Conference
Sept. 15 - BioPharma America Conference
Sept. 16 - Compliance Alliance
EVENT: Sept. 22-24—SPORTS EVENTS EXPO, Rio de Janeiro and Oct. 6-8—EXPO ESTADIO & EXPO URBANO, Rio de Janeiro.
Oct. 6 - Compliance Encryption Export Controls
Oct. 7 - Europe Symposium, Springfield
Oct. 27 - Plastics Trade Show, Germany
Nov. 17 - MEDICA Trade Show, Germany
Comments from Executive Director Kristen Rupert……
Just a few days are left before summer is over and the early fall schedule gets underway. Enjoy these last few warm days, and get ready for a robust September and October schedule of international business seminars, training sessions and conferences.
“An International Strategy for Massachusetts” report was released last month by the Mass. Technology Collaborative. Reflecting sixteen months of research and interviews, the report recommends a number of initiatives that could help increase international trade to and from the Commonwealth. Suggestions include organizing conferences for foreign audiences, establishing public-private partnerships, conducting reverse trade missions, and reaching out to foreign students who are alumni of Commonwealth colleges and universities. To read the complete report, visit
http://www.masstech.org/international/international_for_press.pdf
EVENT: Sept. 11, Saturday: EVENING with AMBASSADOR MARK HAMBLEY, Springfield
The World Affairs Council of Western Mass. presents this “Evening of Fellowship” for members only, from 6-8pm on Sept. 11. Cost is $20. For further information, or to check your membership status, contact Cynthia Melcher at 413-733-0110 or cmelcher@worldaffairscouncil.com.
CONFERENCE: Sept. 13-14: EXPORT-IMPORT BANK, Washington DC
The Ex-Im Bank presents this two day conference on international trade finance, credit risk and cash flow, to help small businesses increase their exports. Location is Ex-Im Bank Headquarters. Cost of the conference is discounted for small business exporters. For further information and to register, visit the website below.
Visit http://www.exim.gov/news/seminars/sem_details.html
CONFERENCE: Sept. 15-17 - BIOPHARM AMERICA 2010, Boston
This global conference attracts venture capitalists, biotech companies, life sciences companies, pharmaceutical firms, research organizations, and industry leaders. MassBio Investors Forum is part of the conference. Several sessions have an international focus, including one on “Cross-Border M&A.” Location of conference is Marriott Copley Place, Boston. For further details on the conference, including keynote speakers, panelists and sessions, visit the website below.
Visit http://www.ebdgroup.com/bpa/program/index.php
EVENT: Sept. 16, Thurs. - Mass. Export Center “COMPLIANCE ALLIANCE” Reception, 5:30 pm, Boston
The Mass. Export Center invites Compliance Alliance members-only to this early fall reception in downtown Boston. The Compliance Alliance, founded by the Mass. Export Center, is targeted to Massachusetts company executives involved in any aspect of international trade compliance. Educational seminars and events are held throughout the year. For further information on the Compliance Alliance, contact the Mass. Export Center at 617-973-8664.
Visit www.mass.gov/export
EVENT: Sept. 22-24 - SPORTS EVENTS EXPO, Rio de Janeiro and Oct. 6-8—EXPO ESTADIO & EXPO URBANO, Rio de Janeiro.
Because of the upcoming Olympic Games in Brazil (2016) and the World Cup Soccer Games in 2014, many opportunities exist for US companies to invest in Brazil in areas such as infrastructure, facilities, equipment, technology, design, security, etc. Two upcoming trade shows are focused on connecting interested companies with executives and government officials overseeing the preparation for the two global sports events. Further information on these shows can be found by visiting the websites below. The Massachusetts Trade Office in Brazil can help Massachusetts companies interested in attending one or both of the trade shows—contact massbrazil@massbrazil.com.br, or phone +55-11-3051-9080.
Visit: http://www.sportseventsexporio.com.br/
http://expoestadio.com.br/ or www.expo-urbano.com.
EVENT: Oct. 6, Wed. - “Compliance: Encryption Export Controls,” Natick
The Mass. Export Center presents this networking and briefing event as part of its Compliance Alliance, which was founded several years ago. For further information on the event, location and costs, contact the Export Center at 617-973-8664.
Visit www.mass.gov/export
EVENT: Oct. 7, Thurs. - "The Europe Opportunity," 3:00 pm, Springfield
AIM International Business Council and the Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council (EDC) present this interactive symposium. Keynote speaker Dan Reed, President, National Basketball Association Development League, will talk about the globalization of the NBA and the process of selecting sites for teams. Following the keynote will be two simultaneous panel discussions: one on Foreign Direct Investment and one on Export/Import. Learn from seasoned executives about how to increase your trade with European countries, and how companies and the Western Mass. economy can benefit from trans-Atlantic investment. Symposium location is Sheraton Monarch Place Hotel, 1441 Main St., Springfield. Time is 3pm-7pm. There’s no charge to attend but pre-registration is required. Reserve by contacting Candace Kydd at ckydd@aimnet.org or 617-262-1180. Questions? Contact Kristen Rupert at krupert@aimnet.org or 617-262-1180.
TRADE SHOW: Oct. 27-Nov. 3, 2010 - K PLASTICS, Germany
The Mass. Office of International Trade & Investment (MOITI) offers Massachusetts companies the opportunity to participate in the largest plastics technology trade show worldwide. This show is held only once every three years. MOITI provides firms with a turn-key pavilion, cost-effective pricing, show registration, exhibitor pass and other benefits. An information flyer with complete details will be sent on request. Please contact Bruce Greenwood at MassEurope@gmail.com or call +49 (0)30 3990-2547.
Visit www.k-online.de
TRADE SHOW: Nov. 17-20, 2010 - MEDICA, in Dusseldorf, Germany
The Mass. Office of International Trade & Investment (MOITI) offers to Massachusetts companies the opportunity to participate in the largest medical technology trade show worldwide. Expected attendance is 13,500, and the show will feature more than 4300 exhibitors from 65 countries. Over 350 companies from North America will have exhibits. By participating in the Massachusetts pavilion, Mass. companies are provided with competitive pricing, individual display units, listing in the show catalog, and other benefits. For further information, contact Diana.lamuraglia@state.ma.us or call 617-830-5405.
Visit www.medica.de
NOTE TO OUR READERS
Your notices of events and suggestions for topics are always welcome.
AIM International Business Council (AIM-IBC) is grateful to the Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MassMEP) for their financial support.
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This newsletter is produced by the AIM International Business Council: AIM-IBC helps Massachusetts businesses identify and profit from opportunities in global commerce and assists companies new to international trade as well as experienced global competitors. AIM-IBC services: Email Newsletter; International Trade Achievement Awards; Trade Seminars & Roundtables, and Referrals.
Kristen Rupert, Executive Director
krupert@aimnet.org
617-262-1180
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