Upcoming International Events

US Department of Commerce Trade Missions and Webinars

Wed, 4 May 2011 15:37:46 EST

March 2011 - US Department of Commence conducts numerous Webinars and local seminars on various topics and industries, in addition to trade missions and trade shows around the world. Visit the USDOC website for more details on their programs or for events of interest in Ohio.

U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service is organizing a multi-sector trade mission to Nigeria

Wed, 4 May 2011 15:37:46 EST

March 8-10, 2011 – The U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, U.S. and Foreign Commercial Service is organizing a multi-sector trade mission to Nigeria. To learn more contact Ryan Kane at (202) 482-5740 or visit online.

Information and Communication Technologies Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia

Wed, 4 May 2011 15:37:46 EST

April 2-5, 2011 – The U.S. Department of Commerce is sponsoring the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia. To learn more contact Natalia Susak at (202) 482-4423 or visit online.

International Trade Mission to India

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 06:54:13 EST

India - April 30 - May 8, 2011
The Ohio Department of Development will conduct an Export Trade Mission to New Delhi, India from April 30 - May 8, 2011. Global Trade Development Manager Alex Kohls and the Ohio India Office will assist each participating company to prepare for the mission and will accompany the delegation to India. Participants will receive business matchmaking, market research, an in-country briefing, trade show participation, accommodations and logistics, and other services. Click here for more information or contact Alex Kohls at (614) 466 0262.

Two workshops on NAFTA and Border Compliance

Wed, 4 May 2011 15:37:46 EST

April 27 and 28, 2011 – The International Trade Assistance Center and Northeast Ohio Trade and Economic Consortium (NEOTEC) will offer two workshops on NAFTA and Border Compliance. The April 27 session will be held in Eastlake, and the session on April 28 will be held in North Canton. Contact the ITAC (itac@itacneotec.org) for more information.

Russian Federation topis atThe European Country Briefing Series

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 EST

April 28, 2011 – The European Country Briefing Series: Russian Federation is being conducted by the European-American Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the U.S. Commercial Service and the Ohio Department of Development’s Global Markets Division. More information and registration details are available online.

Manufacturing Export Resource Conference

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 07:18:05 EST

May 20, 2011 - The Global Markets Division, in partnership with the Dauch College of Business and Economics at Ashland University and UPS, are pleased to announce the Manufacturing Export Resource Conference. This free afternoon conference will take place on the campus of Ashland University and will feature expert speakers on a variety of international topics including international marketing, legal, finance, logistics, and other international resources available in the area. To register, contact Linda Stoffer of Dauch College of Business and Economics at (419) 289-5210. Deadline to register is May 13

April 13, 2011 – Trends, Traps, and Tools for Changing Global Market

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

April 13, 2011 – Trends, Traps, and Tools for Changing Global Markets is a panel presentation being held at Kent State University in cooperation with the International Business Network, Kent State University, and KeyBank. Reservations are available online, or by calling (216) 771-1200 for details

April 21, 2011 – MVITA Executive Luncheon

Wed, 4 May 2011 15:37:46 EST

April 21, 2011 – The Miami Valley International Trade Association presents the MVITA Executive Luncheon to feature Andrew Gilmore, Founder of BookFactory, LLC in Dayton.Email MVITA to register at (937) 226-8482

NAFTA and Border Compliance Workshops

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

Making Sense of International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR): An Introductory Workshop

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

April 29, 2011 – Making Sense of International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR): An Introductory Workshop is being presented by the Edison Material Technology Center (EMTEC) and the International Trade Assistance Center (ITAC) in Dayton. The registration fee is $75, which includes lunch and handouts. Details to register are on EMTEC’s website or contact Kathy Marshalek at (937) 253-0033

Understanding China - high-level roundtable discussions

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

April-July 2011 – Clark Schaefer Hacckett invites you to join business leaders and experts for a series of four high-level roundtables on Understanding China. The discussions occur the last Thursday of every month for a limited time beginning April 28 through July 28. Registration details are available online or by calling Greta Riley at (513) 241-3111

Going Global: A Discussion of International Trade

Wed, 4 May 2011 15:34:14 EST

May 6, 2011 – Kent State University Tuscarawas presents Going Global: A Discussion of International Trade. The featured speaker is Scott Kuehn, Director of the Ohio Department of Development’s Global Markets Division. Please RSVP to the International Trade Assistance Center (ITAC) office by noon on Wednesday, May 4, by calling (330) 308-7521 or by contacting Bob Cohen. This program is free of charge. For additional information on international trade assistance contact Bob Cohen at (419) 521-2651.

Life Sciences Virtual Trade Mission

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

June 6, 2011 – Life Sciences Virtual Trade Mission presented by the India - U.S. Business Network (IUSBN) and the U.S. Commercial Service, is a unique “matchmaking” opportunity for Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical companies in Ohio and India with an interest in exporting to India. It will take place at the offices of Frost Brown Todd, LLC in Cincinnati. For more information, contact IUSBN at (513) 369-4900. You can register for the event on IUSBN’s website.

US Midwest-China: Investment and Trade Forum

Wed, 4 May 2011 15:35:46 EST

US Midwest-China: Investment and Trade Forum is being organized by the Greater Cincinnati Chinese Chamber of Commerce and will feature a delegation of government and business officials from Xiamen, China. Details and registration information are available online or contact the GCCCC at (513) 852-4100.

Exporting in Today's Economy

Wed, 4 May 2011 15:34:38 EST

Exporting in Today's Economy is a free forum being held in Lorain, Ohio, and presented by the Lorain Port Authority, Team Lorain County, and International Transport Services. The featured speaker is Jay Biggs, Commercial Officer, U.S. Department of Commerce-Cleveland U.S. Export Assistance Center. For more information or to register, contact Rick Novak at (440) 204-2265.

Executive Trade Mission to Qatar and Oman

Fri, 6 May 2011 00:00:00 EST

The National U.S.-Arab Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C. is leading an Executive Trade Mission to Qatar and Oman. The mission is an opportunity to network with high-level business leaders and government officials in Qatar and Oman. Details and registration information are available online. Contact Amin Salam or Dylan Davis at (202) 289-5920 for more information.