Canada and Mexico are the #1 & #2 Export Destinations for PA Goods and Services- Where Do They Rank with Your Business?

The U.S. Commercial Service, PNC Bank, and FedEx have teamed together to bring you a unique program on Export Opportunities in Canada and Mexico.  In 2008 PA exports to Canada and Mexico totaled over $12.7B!

The 2010 Winter Olympics are set for Vancouver, Canada and offer abundant opportunities for U.S. Companies! Visit http://www.buyusa.gov/canada/en/vancouverolympics.html for more information! 

The Mexican Market, with its many dynamic sectors, offers a vast number of export opportunities for companies looking to expand their business.  Visit http://www.buyusa.gov/mexico/en/business_opportunities.html   for information on the various regional markets.

Mark Your Calendars for Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 to spend the morning in Pittsburgh!  This half day event will feature Commercial Service Officers from Ottawa and Mexico City, along with others from PNC Bank and FedEx, to provide you with essential information on increasing or beginning to do business within the NAFTA Free Trade Zone!

Program Content will Include 

• Hot Market Opportunities for U.S. Companies
• How to Expand Your Market Share
• Using Export Financing
• Logistic Ease in Shipping

Speakers

Ann Bacher,  Minister Counsel for Commercial Affairs, U.S. Embassy Mexico City, Mexico

Stephan Wasylko, Minister Counsel for Commercial Affairs, U.S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada

JoAnn Foster Queen, International Trade Specialist, Trade Information Center

Details

Date:         Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
Time:         7:30am-1:30pm
Location:   Sheraton Station Square Hotel
                  300 West Station Square Drive
                  Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Cost:          Free

Please keep checking back for more information!  

One-on-One Market Counseling Opportunity

One-on-One meetings with Commercial Officers & Industry Trade Specialists will be available on a first come, first serve basis in the afternoon of October 20th.  Register early to ensure your appointment!

Registration

For more information and to view the agenda and/or register, please visit http://guest.cvent.com/i.aspx?1Q,M3,b40c963e-9f16-4174-95bc-611b6ddc1b1b