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eCertify, the efficient way to process Certificates of Origin, saves you time and money.
The Chamber was recognized last week at the American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 2011 Convention for being one of the first chambers of commerce in the country to use eCertify and for processing one of the largest quantities of Certificates of Origin online in the country. The Chamber is proud to offer eCertify technology as our standard to process Certificates of Origin. With eCertify, exporters and freight forwarders have a seamless and streamlined electronic solution providing real value in cost savings and efficiency gains. Get started today.
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Ivory Coast Business Investment Market Established
The Greater Los Angeles Cote d'Ivoire America Chamber of Commerce (GLACIACC) is pleased to announce the Opening of the Ivory Coast Business Investment Market. As the official representative in Los Angeles for the Ivory Coast Economic and Commercial Bureau, the GLACIACC is looking forward to meeting with potential American investors in order to present opportunities in the Ivory Coast. View more information on these projects or contact Dr. Ngoma Claude Zaho, president of GLACIACC, 866.995.7378.
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Trade news from around the world
Twice a month, the L.A. Area Chamber produces an email brief that includes trade news from around the world. The brief is a Global Trades Council exclusive email benefit that is later published online. Read more.
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CHAMBER SIGNS PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT WITH KOREAN IMPORTERS ASSOCIATION AMID PENDING FTA
In late September, high-level representatives from the Korea Importers Association (KOIMA), accompanied by a delegation of Korean companies seeking U.S. imports, met with U.S. counterparts at the L.A. Area Chamber for a day of one-to-one business meetings coordinated by the U.S. Department of Commerce. The Chamber and KOIMA signed an agreement to share information about new and ongoing trade opportunities, investments and joint ventures. Shortly thereafter, President Barack Obama officially submitted the pending Free Trade Agreements — South Korea, Columbia and Panama — to Congress for its approval. From left to right: Hon. Yeon-sung Shin, Consul General, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Los Angeles;
Dr. Ju-Tae Lee, KOIMA; Chamber President & CEO Gary Toebben; and Stephen Cheung, Office of Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. View photo gallery.
Chamber meets with U.S. Ambassadors to promote business in Latin America
Last month, the U.S. Ambassadors to Peru and Chile, and the U.S. Charge d'Affaires to Brazil called on Chamber members to explore business opportunities in Latin America, help double U.S. exports and support 2 million jobs by 2015. "If it's made in the United States, chances are there's a market for it in Chile," said U.S. Ambassador to Chile Alejandro Wolff. "There's brand recognition and confidence — we're deemed reliable." Ambassador Wolff was joined by U.S. Ambassador to Peru Rose Likins, U.S. Charge d'Affaires to Brazil Todd Chapman and Vicki Weil of the Business Council for International Understanding. From left: Likins, Wolff and Chapman. View photo gallery.
Chamber discusses North American Free Trade Agreement
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"We need to start with an idea that no longer just recognizes our independence, but our interdependence," said Professor Robert Pastor, left, founder and director of the Center for North American Studies at American University, speaking to members of the Global Initiatives Council last month. When it comes to relations with Mexico and Canada, said Pastor, there is no state or city that has a greater stake than California and Los Angeles. Read Pastor's recent op-ed on this topic in the Los Angeles Times.
Chamber briefed on the effect of language on international business deals
Patrick Del Duca, left, partner with Zuber & Taillieu and co-chair of the Mexico Committee of the American Bar Association's Section of International Law, discussed his latest book Choosing the Language of Transnational Deals: Practicalities, Policy and Law Reform. Published by the American Bar Association, the work addresses complex legal topics across diverse cultures and languages―all in terms relevant to readers in business, trade, economics, political science, government and international organizations, as well as law and even foreign language instruction.
Chamber participates in event to help small business owners succeed in importing and exporting
More than 700 recently attended the CBSNewsRadioLA Business Breakfast Series, presented by KNX 1070 Newsradio, in partnership with The Wall Street Journal and the Port of Los Angeles at the Los Angeles Convention Center. "The Business of Importing & Exporting" was moderated by KNX Business Hour host Frank Mottek and included a discussion with Chamber Senior VP of Global Initiatives Carlos J. Valderrama; Vance Baugham, president of the World Trade Center Association Los Angeles-Long Beach; Wai-Chun Li, first vice president SBA Lending Department for East West Bank; and Elizabeth Williamson, reporter for The Wall Street Journal. From left: Valderrama, Mottek and Williamson.
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Next Session: USC Health Science Center Briefing & Tour
November date to be announced
Upcoming Session: Strategic Planning Session
Thursday, Dec. 1, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Omni Los Angeles Hotel
Register now
Join us to set top program priorities for 2012, discuss ideal meeting dates and share general feedback on the Trade Commissioners Networking Group. Immediately following this session, we invite you to stay for the Chamber's Annual Holiday V.I.P. Reception at the Omni from 5:30-7 p.m. Register now. Invitations are non-transferable.
Learn more about the Trade Commissioners Networking Group.
TCNG was established to provide the infrastructure and venue where foreign diplomats, including trade commissioners, can develop their own international trade strategies and programs as they perform their professional responsibilities. The Chamber is committed to working closely with countries who are actively promoting trade and economic opportunities. Contact Jasmin Sakai-Gonzalez, 213.580.7569.
Port Releases Environmental Study of Proposed Terminal
Plan to develop Pier S would modernize Port, increase jobs
The Port of Long Beach recently released draft environmental documents on a proposal to develop a state-of-the-art, $650 million container shipping terminal on Terminal Island that would showcase sustainable goods movement and generate up to 40,000 jobs in the region. The Port's draft environmental impact statement and supplemental environmental impact report have been released for a public review period. The Port will host a public hearing to offer an opportunity for the public to comment in person on the document on Thursday, Oct. 13, 6:30 p.m. at Cabrillo High School Auditorium in Long Beach. View more information regarding the environmental features of the new container terminal. Send written comments to Rick Cameron, director of environmental planning, 925 Harbor Plaza, Long Beach, 90802; or [email protected].
Global Initiatives Council, Nov. 16
Join the Council for the last session of the year to hear from USC Marshall School of Business Dean James Ellis as he discusses preparing global business leaders, the current conditions and future trends of global business and their effects on global competitiveness of the next generation of business leaders. Ellis previously served as the University's vice provost for globalization, Marshall's vice dean for external relations and associate dean for the undergraduate program. This event is open to Chamber members only. Register now or contact Jasmin Sakai-Gonzalez, 213.580.7569.
For more information on Chamber events, visit lachamber.com/events.
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