BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE AND 2014 SOCCER WORLD CUP/2016 OLYMPLIC GAMES SYMPOSIUM

Sao Paulo, Brazil:  April 25 - 28, 2010

Rio de Janiero, Brazil:  April 28 - 30, 2010

One of the most lucrative regions in the world for U.S. companies is the Americas.  The countries in North America, Central America, and South America bought more than $525 billion worth of U.S. merchandise in 2008, up 11 percent from 2007.  If you are new to the Americas or are looking to tap new markets, our signature Trade Winds Forum is the ideal launching point for expansion throughout the region. This year’s forum will be held in Brazil, a leading U.S. trade partner and the economic engine of South America.

CONNECT TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITY IN THE AMERICAS

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.

• Take part in a focused dialogue on business issues in the NAFTA, CAFTA-DR, Andean and Mercosur common markets.
• Meet one-on-one with U.S. Commercial Service (USCS) senior commercial officers from the U.S. Embassies and Consulates of 18 markets in the Western Hemisphere for guidance on trade leads and market entry strategies.
• In-depth briefings from key officials on Olympic/World Cup opportunities.

Your local VA contact:  Judy Kornfeld, judy.kornfeld@N0SPAM.mail.doc.gov or 703-235-0330

Details/Registration:  http://www.buyusa.gov/northcarolina/twolympics.html