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International Trade & Economic Development Events
Prosperity Partnership Fall Luncheon
Washington State Convention and Trade Center, November 13, 2009
The Prosperity Partnership’s annual Fall Luncheon is a centerpiece event, serving as an opportunity for leaders from throughout the Puget Sound to gather in celebration of the past year’s achievements and to learn about plans for the year ahead. The next Prosperity Partnership Fall Luncheon will take place on Friday, November 13, 2009 (Registration-11:00am, Luncheon Program - Noon-1:30pm). We are pleased to have Alan Mulally, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Ford Motor Company, as our keynote speaker.

The Prosperity Partnership Fall Luncheon is generously sponsored by the Boeing Company, Microsoft, Puget Sound Energy, and We Work For Health.  For more information please contact Eric Schinfeld, Senior Economic Policy Analyst, 206-971-3053, or for more information or to register, click here.  

 
 
MEDICA 2009
Düsseldorf, Germany, November 18 - 21, 2009

Washington State invites you to MEDICA 2009. We are offering low-cost access to the world’s largest and most prestigious medical trade fair. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet with potential partners and market your company worldwide.

For more information, click here or contact June Chino at 206-256-6144.
Washington State Export Certification Course
Highline Community College, November 18-19, 2009
 
This course is certified by the Washington State Department of Commerce and follows
the course outline recommended by NASBITE, the international association for the global
business community. The course prepares participants to take the Certified Global
Business Professional exam, offered twice a year by NASBITE.
 
This Certified Export Course will Help You:
  • Learn details of export procedures
  • Understand when your company should expand internationally
  • Formulate an export strategy
  • Overcome common mistakes made by beginning exporters
  • Identify and target high-potential markets with proven market research methods
  • Adapt your marketing strategies for international success
  • Build expertise in export terminology
 
When: November 18–19, 2009, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Where: Highline Community College, Des Moines, WA  
Cost: $295 (Discounts available, see registration page for more details.)
Contact: George Sharp, +1 (360) 725-4174, george.sharp@commerce.wa.gov
 
Exporting under NAFTA
Highline Community College, November 20, 2009
 
Take command of NAFTA policies with the help of leading trade expert, James Foley. This one-day seminar will help you determine what products qualify for duty-free tariff treatment. Have issues with non-compliance? Learn how to accurately complete the NAFTA Certificate of Origin and other NAFTA documents. This class is a must for companies trading with Canada and Mexico.
 
This Seminar will Help You Understand:

 • NAFTA Rules of Origin and Annex 401
 • Preference Criteria
 • Regional Value Content Calculations
 • Record-keeping Responsibilities

When: Friday, November 20, 2009, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where: Highline Community College, Des Moines, WA
Cost: $150 (Discounts available, see registration page for more details.)
Contact: Julie Bennion, +1(206) 256-6132, julie.bennion@commerce.wa.gov
 
Japan Architecture & Construction Materials Show 2010
Tokyo Big Site, Japan, March 9 - 12, 2010

Exhibit with Washington State and the Evergreen Building Products Association at this premier Japan building materials event. The Architecture and Construction Materials Show (ACMS) is a must for companies interested in exploring new opportunities in the commercial market or promoting product to suppliers or specifiers of building materials for commercial and residential construction projects.

ACMS targets primary decision makers in planning and development, design and construction of medium-to-large scale commercial and residential projects, including: hotels, mansions, hospitals, light and heavy commercial buildings, churches, schools, condominiums among others—as well as single family residences. The event is a major draw for architects, contractors, real estate developers, trading companies, builders and engineering firms.

For more information, contact Troy DeFrank at 206-256-6145.
Farnborough Air Show – Washington State Pavilion
Farnborough, UK, July 19 – 25, 2010

With over 1,390 exhibitors from 40 countries in 2008, Farnborough is one of Europe’s largest aerospace events and provides companies an excellent opportunity to display products, find partners, finalize business transactions, and consolidate your role in the industry.

Join the Washington State Pavilion at the 2010 Farnborough Air Show and benefit from being presented as part of the Washington State aerospace cluster. The Washington State Pavilion helps companies participate in this high-value show at a reduced cost, while increasing your visibility and receiving free business matchmaking assistance from Washington’s European Trade Office during the show.

For more information about exhibit and pricing options, contact Bill King at 206-256-6128.
 
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