With over 25 years of experience in assisting U.S. exporters around the globe, the U.S. Commercial Service is your first stop on the road to international success!
The U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Commercial Service, U.S. Export Assistance Center of West Virginia is part of a global network of offices in over 100 major U.S. cities and 150 locations overseas. With an international network comprised of trade specialists and commercial officers the U.S. Commercial Service is in a unique position to serve the needs of U.S. exporters and help them succeed internationally.
May is World Trade Month
The arrival of World Trade Month is an opportune time to highlight the benefits of trade to “Main Street” America. "A bed and breakfast that thrives on foreign tourists, a local flower shop that imports Colombian roses, and the neighborhood supermarket are just a few of the many examples of how trade impacts our lives in positive ways," said Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez in his 2008 World Trade Week Proclamation. Through its network of offices, Commerce will be supporting many local events across the country to help bring home the positive benefits of trade.
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Understanding International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Seminar
Understanding the complex maze of federal regulations controlling export licenses can require hours of analysis. This seminar will provide an overview of the important elements of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and will improve the participants’ abilities to identify the export control concerns for ITAR and EAR controlled goods at an early stage in the procurement process. Familiarization with ITAR exemptions and early identification of issues that may be involved in doing business with foreign suppliers is critical to a company's success and could help a company avoid a possible ITAR violation.
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Global Appalachian Special Section - July/August Issue
Commercial News USA will feature a Global Appalachia Section as part of the July/August 2008 issue. The Global Appalachia special section will spotlight products and services from companies located in the Appalachian Mountain region from southern New York to northern Mississippi and includes all of West Virginia. The special section will provide qualifying companies with a unique international vehicle for reaching international buyers. It also will offer states an opportunity to promote foreign direct investment and tourism.
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- Deadline for advertising: May 16, 2008
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Americas Competitiveness Forum 2008
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Americas Competitiveness Forum 2008
