Volume 83 | April 4 th , 2018
A delegation from Nigeria's telecom industry tours the U.S. to learn tips on improving Nigeria's broadband internet capacity. Source: CNN
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
UPCOMING USTDA EVENTS
April 10th, 2018
Locations: Washington, D.C.

As part of the  Brazil Intelligent Transportation System Technologies Reverse Trade Mission , USTDA is hosting a business briefing to connect U.S. companies to highway transportation project opportunities in Brazil. The event will inform U.S. businesses on Brazil’s development plans for toll-road concession end-cycle technology deployment and upgrades (including a conversion to free flow tolling). Brazil is also about to embark in a new round of concessions, adding to its already expansive network of highway concessions.

One-on-one meetings between the delegates and U.S. companies will be arranged after the briefings. These meetings will provide opportunities for U.S. companies to meet with and showcase their highway ITS services and solutions and equipment to the delegation.

This event is being organized by Koeppen, Elliott & Associates, Limited (KEA). For more information about how your company can participate, please contact David Elliott at  davidelliott@kealtd.com  or 757-342-2149.

Click  here  to view the event flyer.
April 16th, 2018
Locations: Kansas City, MO

As part of the  Coal-Fired Power Emissions Control Technologies Reverse Trade Mission for Turkey, South Africa and Romania , USTDA is hosting a Business Briefing focused on opportunities related to emissions monitoring and control technologies for coal-fired power plants. The event will allow U.S. businesses to learn about Turkey, South Africa and Romania’s plans for implementing emissions technologies at coal-fired power plants.

This event is being organized by Eastern Research Group (ERG). For more information on how your company or organization can participate, please contact David Sellers at  david.sellers@erg.com  or 434-979-0218.

Click  here  to view the event flyer.
May 4th, 2018
Locations: San Mateo, CA

As part of the  South Africa Smart Cities Technologies Reverse Trade Mission , USTDA is hosting a business briefing to connect U.S. companies to telecommunications project opportunities with South Africa. The event will inform U.S. businesses on South Africa’s development plans for its information and communications technology infrastructure. One-on-one meetings between the delegates and U.S. companies will be arranged.

This event is being organized by the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU). For more information about how your company can participate, please contact Nina Kundra at  nkundra@bciu.org
May 8th, 2018
Locations: Washington, D.C.

As part of the  Brazil Airport Security Technologies Reverse Trade Mission , USTDA is hosting a business roundtable. This event will allow U.S. companies to gain market intelligence on Brazil’s plans and upcoming procurements in the aviation sector. U.S. companies will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with key decision-makers from Brazil’s aviation sector. 

This event is being organized by Futron Aviation. For more information about how your company can participate, please contact Ken Neubauer at (757) 269-9909  kneubauer@futronaviation.com .
April 19th - 20th, 2018

Join USTDA at EXIM's 2018 Annual Conference. The event presents a unique opportunity for American small business exporters to grow their international sales. 

Featuring a combination of keynote remarks, plenary sessions, and interactive breakout sessions, attendees will hear from the brightest minds in business, economic policy, media, and government as they discuss their thoughts on the U.S. and world economies and the changing landscape of the global marketplace. They will also be able to meet and converse with experts in trade, government and banking. 

On Thursday April 19th, USTDA's Regional Director for Sub Saharan Africa, Lida Fitts, will be speaking on a panel detailing the Government Resources to Grow Your Small Business Exports along with representatives from the Department of Commerce, the Small Business Administration, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency and EXIM Bank.

Learn more and remember to register,  here .
Logo of Word Affairs Council Dallas Fort Worth
The World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth is a dynamic organization that brings international awareness and cross-cultural understanding to the North Texas community and presents distinguished international figures year-round for in-depth interpretations of global events.

The Council presents around 100 programs annually, primarily focusing on the international aspects of business, politics, culture and foreign policy. With the goal of connecting North Texas with the world, the Council has been educating Metroplex citizens on global affairs since 1951. 
Making Global Local (MGL)
Making Global Local  is an initiative designed to connect cities and states across the country with USTDA's export-promoting programs by forming strategic partnerships with key state and local trade promotion organizations. 

Given its unique role, USTDA is perfectly positioned to support U.S. businesses interested in entering or expanding their presence in developing and middle-income countries. If your organization is interested in partnering with USTDA, please send us an email at  mgl@ustda.gov
About USTDA
The U.S. Trade and Development Agency helps companies create U.S. jobs through the export of U.S. goods and services for priority development projects in emerging economies. USTDA links U.S. businesses to export opportunities by funding project preparation and partnership building activities that develop sustainable infrastructure and foster economic growth in partner countries.
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