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Message from Ken Wengrod, Vice President, Global Trade and Foreign Investment
I am very excited to join the L.A. Area Chamber team and lead its Global Trade and Foreign Investment initiative. My goal is to embrace and unite public and private organizations to promote global trade and foreign investments in our region through our various business councils and diplomatic corps group. Global trade is the backbone of our economy. My hope is to help guide small and medium enterprises (SMEs) into becoming significant forces in global trade. According to the Department of Commerce, 95% of our customers are outside our borders. The ability of SMEs to access capital to expand global trade is the catalyst for growth.
It is essential to help companies recognize cultural differences and the nuances in formulating authentic business relationships, the benefits and ease of global trade, proper networking channels, and basic understanding of lender requirements. These are just some ways we can break down barriers and level the playing field so individuals can connect and achieve equitable global success.
I am looking forward to meeting all our partners and Global members in the near future.
Ken Wengrod
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Chamber Partners with Consulate General of Brazil to Discuss Sustainability and Technology in Food Production
The Chamber and the Consulate General of Brazil in Los Angeles will host its first edition of the AgriTalks in Los Angeles. The conference focuses on agricultural innovation and food security, the sustainable practices of Brazilian agribusiness and investment opportunities in the sector. Join us on November 30 in Downtown Los Angeles to hear from policymakers, top leaders in the agribusiness sector of Brazil and Los Angeles discuss the effects of climate change and the search for clean and renewable energy solutions. Register here.
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Be a Part of One of the Largest Celebrations of Global Trade in the Nation!
The L.A. Area Chamber is excited to share preliminary plans for an in-person World Trade Week Southern California Kickoff Conference (WTW) on May 2, 2023 at the JW Marriott at L.A. Live. As the initiative founder, the L.A. Area Chamber kicks off the start of each year’s World Trade Week celebration by bringing together business leaders, trade organizations and members of the diplomatic corps for the WTW Conference. The event has grown to become the largest celebration of global trade in the nation, attracting nearly 900 participants from all over the globe. If your company is active in global markets, don't miss this opportunity to sponsor! Learn more.
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SelectUSA Hosts Women in Tech Inbound Investment Mission
SelectUSA's Select Global Women in Tech (SGWIT) program aims to promote American competitiveness and technology leadership by attracting talented female leaders in emerging technology sectors to spur economic growth and innovation and support women’s economic empowerment globally. To support this effort, SelectUSA is hosting a virtual Inbound Investment Mission from November 15 to 17 focused on Women in Tech. Learn more.
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Asian American Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Commercial Service Trade & Investment Forum
Join the Asian American Chamber of Commerce (AACC) and the U.S. Commercial Service (CS) for a Trade & Investment Forum on November 30 to discuss the importance of increasing US exports to help small business growth as well as increasing international investment to facilitate job-creating business investment into the United States. Learn more.
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Ontario International Celebrates State of the Airport
After six years of local leadership, Ontario International Airport (ONT) has become a staple of the Southern California economy. At the State of the Airport event, an Oxford Economics report was released showing the airport generates $38 billion a year in economic activity and supports 27,800 jobs. The airport is at the heart of one of the fastest-growing population and economic centers in the U.S. and has been ranked one of the top 10 cargo airports in North America as well as the fastest growing airport in the country. Read more here.
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Hong Kong Trade Development Council’s Entrepreneur Day 2022
Join the Hong Kong Trade Development Council from November 30 to December 2 as they host their 14th Entrepreneur Day in a hybrid format. The theme of this year’s trade fair is “Balance Beyond the Boom,” which will explore the development of the international startup ecosystem after the startup boom and facilitate startups to tap into global markets. Learn more.
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California Funds $1.2 Billion to Support the State’s Ports and Freight Corridors
California is launching a program to invest $1.2 billion into its ports and transportation infrastructure over the next two years in an effort to build a more efficient, sustainable and resilient goods movement system. Seventy percent of the program funding will go to projects that support goods movement through the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach — the busiest ports in the Western Hemisphere — whereas 30% will fund ports and goods movement infrastructure in the rest of the state. Learn more.
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Implement Safety with a Certificate in Cybersecurity for Executives
California State University, Northridge (CSUN) has launched an all new Cybersecurity Executive Program. Designed for managers and executives, this 6-week online program will equip businesses with an essential cybersecurity strategy plan to protect their company’s data and reputation. Join CSUN’s team of experts on November 30 for an online information session to gain insight into the application process and discover what it takes to succeed in the program.
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Los Angeles Air Cargo Association Annual Holiday Party
Date: December 8, 2022
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The Future of Goods Movement
Date: December 14, 2022
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To view a full listing of upcoming events, visit the International Trade Calendar
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