A Conversation with Hon. Jennifer Choe-Groves
Join us for a conversation with Hon. Jennifer Choe-Groves about her transition from private and government practice to the judiciary and practice before the U.S. Court of International Trade.
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About the Dominick L. DiCarlo Lecture Series
Established in 2001 in honor of Judge Dominick L. DiCarlo, who served as a federal judge from 1984–1999, the Dominick L. DiCarlo U.S. Court of International Trade Lecture Series welcomes a judge from the U.S. Court of International Trade to lecture on the role of the federal courts in shaping and litigating customs and trade law disputes. Previous lecture topics include “Designating Non-Market Economies Under U.S. Trade Laws: Can There Be a Free Market Economy Where There Is No Free Marketplace of Ideas?,” “Trade Adjustment Assistance: The Human Face of the Court of International Trade,” and “Litigating Customs and Trade Disputes 30 Years after the Customs Courts Act of 1980 and the Effect of Judicial Review in the Future.”
METRO CHICAGO EXPORTS 2017 GRANT PROGRAM NOW OPEN
Metro Chicago Exports is accepting applications for the 2017 Grant Program, presented by JP Morgan Chase & Co.
Online grant applications will be accepted through May 26, 2017.
Exporters located in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will counties and the City of Chicago with less than 500 employees are encouraged to apply. The 2017 Grant Program will award up to $5,000 to small and medium-sized companies to implement an export plan. The grant will reimburse 50% of eligible expenses related to the plan. More information about eligibility and application process can be found at MetroChicagoExports.com.
Metro Chicago Exports is an unprecedented regional collaboration in Northeastern Illinois with the primary goal to increase exports from SMEs and support regional job growth.
Copyright © 2017 Metro Chicago Exports, All rights reserved.
To whom it may concern,
Please find the following information regarding three Call for Bids in Argentina regarding:
Surveys conducted by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) show that in 2014 aquaculture accounts for more than 50% of total world fish supply. The demand arising from this sector grows at an approximate rate of 10% per year, but the supply only grows at 7%.
In 2015, the production reached 101 million tons. Unlike catch fisheries, it has practically not increased since 1985. According to FAO reports, Argentina has the largest extension of sea suitable for aquaculture production purposes in Multi-trophic Integrated Aquaculture Farms; in turn, it highlights the potential of our country for Aquaculture production.
The Project “Innovation in Aquaculture” focuses on the design, development and installation of an Integrated Multi-trophic Marine Farm; in other words, the cultivation of several species in sea.
This initiative seeks to offer solutions for the production of animal protein in a sustainable way, by means of R&D&I.
In this farm, steelheads, Macrocystis algae and blue mussels -or other similar species- will be grown, while working in the study, repopulation and possible fattening of ground-fish. This project will have a great benefit to the sector, as it will be the first project of its kind in South America and one of the few in the world; being unique in considering the study and value addition of native benthic species and development of the value chain.
The selection of the Puerto Almanza, Tierra del Fuego zone, is based on:
Argentina has marine resources, marketing and production capabilities to develop a responsible and worldwide production. We are confident that the path of food production must be guided by sustainability and based on genuine resources and capabilities. The call is open until 21 March 2017, to know more visit this page:http://www.agencia.mincyt.gob.ar/frontend/agencia/convocatoria/388.
2. Technology for the national production of satellites
Argentina, like the world s leading countries with advanced spatial planning, should be able to build and launch its own Satellites. The path to mastering this technology pushes the limits of the scientific, technical and industrial fields to attain high levels of excellence that have a positive impact on other sectors. Given the characteristics of the space sector -in terms of high technological risk and high associated investment- the public sector should promote actions to facilitate greater involvement of the private sector, thus promoting not only the creation of a balanced development ecosystem but also knowledge generation.
The results of the application of new technologies in countries that develop spatial activities, have promoted high added value developments in their production chain. Argentina ranks among the countries that face the challenge of positioning themselves as spatial countries, while aiming at the growth and creation of new companies.
In this line, the National Committee for Space Activities (CONAE) is implementing the National Spatial Plan, targeting the development of technology related to space activities, which is essential to enable the access to information and technological advance to increase the productivity and competitiveness of social, economic and productive sectors of the country, promote the development of national industry, and expand its scope of participation at the international level.
The strategic project Technology for national production of satellites aims at supporting the National Spatial Plan, by promoting the growth of SMEs specialized in the sector and generating new scientific, technological and industrial knowledge.
The initiative seeks to improve capacity building for the development of national parts of satellites through:
The promotion of specific scientific knowledge of the satellite sector.
The development of experimental prototypes that serve as the basis of knowledge for the subsequent final production in the satellite sector:
This intervention has high strategic and logistic value, since the substitution of imports and independence from market timing for procurement purposes, will cause a spill over effect in other industrial and productive areas by enhancing the diversification of each development. The call is open until April 3rd, 2017, to know more visit the following page:http://www.agencia.mincyt.gob.ar/frontend/agencia/convocatoria/387.
3. Technology applied to predicts disasters
According to the Office of Disaster Risk Reduction of the UN, in the last 20 years, 90% of global disasters were caused by floods, storms, heat waves and other climate-related events.
Argentina is no exception: since 1950 to date the 10 natural disasters which had a violent impact on the country are mostly related to climate disasters. Storms in Argentina have serious social and economic impacts both in agricultural regions and in urban and suburban areas. Floods, hail, electrical activity, bursts and tornados are common phenomena in the Argentine territory.
Advancing from the alert after observing a phenomenon in the radar to the alert after a prediction based on the storm scale, requires three fundamental pillars, which must be built on cutting-edge technological infrastructure:
Improving response time allows mobilizing a greater number of resources to the possible affected areas, and therefore has a smaller impact on the population. This project intends to continue developing a tool that may be used to generate short-term numerical forecasts of the evolution of deep convection in the atmosphere.
This Call has the following aims:
Greater precision in the forecasting of severe weather events and early warning of these phenomena issued to the productive and/ or social sectors is essential for decision making in order to promote production and minimize associated losses.
The call is open until 21 March 2017, to know more visit this page (In Spanish): http://www.agencia.mincyt.gob.ar/frontend/agencia/convocatoria/388.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate contacting us.
Best regards,
Romina Giffi
Economic and Commercial Section
Consulate General of Argentina in Chicago
205 N. Michigan Ave, suite 4208
Chicago, IL 60601
Tel: (312) 819-2615
Fax: (312) 819-2612
argentradechicago@mrecic.gov.ar
http://cchic.mrecic.gov.ar
We would like to invite you and anyone affiliated with the International Trade Club of Chicago to an upcoming University of Chicago Institute of Politics event on “The Future of Trade” under the Trump Administration. Former New York Times columnist Jackie Calmes will be moderating a conversation on the subject with former U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman.
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What is the likely future of global trade, and trade agreements, under a president whose anti-trade talk was central to his campaign appeal? Will Trump, backed by trade skeptics in both parties, end the United States’ decades-long leadership role in setting the rules of the global road on trade, defy the market forces driving globalization and perhaps provoke a trade war? What is the fallout – for the economy and America’s global standing — of abandoning the TPP and NAFTA, and, more generally, of throwing up new tariffs and trade barriers to foreign goods? Join the IOP as it welcomes former U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman and Director of Research at the Economic Policy Institute Josh Bivens for a discussion moderated by Visiting Fellow Jackie Calmes on these and other questions about trade and the US economy.
To register (free): CLICK HERE
The sixth edition of Smart City Expo World Congress(SCEWC) will be held in Barcelona on November 15-17, 2016 (www.smartcityexpo.com).
Following in the footsteps of the success of the five previous editions, SCEWC has become the premiere international event convening the world’s leading experts on smart cities. Business leaders, municipalities, innovative thinkers and key decision makers from all around the world gather to share insights, results and strategies for tackling the challenges facing cities globally. SCEWC showcases the latest thinking on Technology, IoT, Smart Society, Governance, Energy, Sustainability, Mobility, Resilience, Urban Planning and Security.
The 2015 edition brought together: 14,000+ professional attendees from 93 countries (+ 30% over 2014), 485 exhibiting companies (+76% over 2014), 568 cities (+30% over 2014).
Partners of SCEWC include:
Smart City Expo World Congress 2016 offers:
Speaking opportunities
Metro Chicago Exports and The State of Illinois assist businesses in growing. Grants are available, and in certain instances, can be used attend trade shows outside of the United States
Metro Chicago Exports 2016 Grant Program is now accepting applications through May 27, 2016.
Small and medium-sized companies located in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will counties that are existing exporters or new-to-export with fewer than 500 employees are encouraged to apply.
The single-round 2016 Grant Program will award up to $5,000 to small and medium-sized companies in the seven-county region to reimburse 50% of eligible expenses associated with implementing an export plan.
In fall 2016, Metro Chicago Exports will host a pitch fest during which both 2015 and 2016 grant recipients will be eligible to submit a pitch for additional funding. Information about the pitch fest will be shared at a later date.
Kick-off your Metro Chicago Exports 2016 Grant Program application by completing the form. Companies that pass the Client Assessment phase will then be invited to submit more comprehensive information about their plans to go global.
For more information about the Metro Chicago Exports 2016 Grant Program visit the website.
The State of Illinois is a national leader in providing export assistance to its business community. It was among the first states to organize a network of foreign trade offices and regional export assistance centers across the state.
Based in Chicago, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s Office of Trade and Investment is staffed by Senior International Trade Specialists who are ready to partner with you to help you develop and implement your export marketing plan.
The 10 regional foreign trade offices bring local market experience and expertise to assist Illinois companies in developing the relationships necessary for successful export partnerships. The foreign offices also provide assistance including market research, trade show support, matchmaking, and logistics.
The Office of Trade and Investment provides Illinois’ small and medium sized businesses with the technical and financial assistance they need to succeed in the global marketplace.
The ISTEP program, Illinois’ premier export assistance program, facilitated 195 company exporting projects to 34 unique country markets in 2015. These projects range from sales missions to compliance objectives. In total these company missions generated over $5 million dollars in onsite sales revenue and estimated over $126 million dollars in future sales revenue.
ISTEP applications are accepted on an ongoing first come first serve basis.
There are 4 ways that our office, through ISTEP, can help you grow your export business.
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NRW Business Conference
Tapping the German E-commerce Market: New Opportunities for American Companies
| Germany’s e-commerce market is the fifth largest in the world and second largest in Europe, and its current growth potential triples that of the current lead market, the UK. As the biggest market in Europe in terms of population, internet use and total purchasing power levels, Germany offers major opportunities for international companies looking to participate in the domestic market. With more than 51 million digital consumers in 2014, Germany enjoys the highest e-commerce customer potential within Europe. The German state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany’s No. 1 economic state, provides excellent market opportunities. Given the current growth trends and rising importance of e-commerce globally and especially in Europe, American companies should consider these opportunities in their international expansion strategies. This business conference, hosted by the German Federal State of North Rhine-Westphalia, takes a close look at:
Date: November 4, 2015: 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. followed by a reception Venue: Union League Club, The Heritage Room, 65 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604 Contact: Karla Gutzke, NRW.INVEST (NORTH AMERICA) LLC, kgutzke@nrwinvestllc.com PROGRAM NRW Business Conference Tapping the German E-commerce Market: New Opportunities for American Companies 2:00 pm Registration 2:30 pm Welcome Remarks and Moderation by Dr. John D. Gatto, President & CEO, NRW.INVEST (NORTH AMERICA) LLC Introduction: North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) – Germany’s U.S. Business Hub in Europe Astrid Becker, Head of Division North and South America and Asia, NRW.INVEST GmbH 2:50 pm Keynote Speakers: E-Commerce in Germany: Positioning for the Future Professor Dr. Silvia Zaharia, eWeb Research Center, Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences Inside the global supply chain – new perspectives and implications for logistics service providers Roger Schiyer, Director of Marketing – Enterprise – Industrial & Automotive Sectors, UPS 3:50 pm Coffee Break 4:10pm Presentations:
eBay and the City of Moenchengladbach: Strategies in a Competitive Global E-commerce Landscape David Bongartz, Authorized Officer, Business Development Corporation Moenchengladbach (WFMG)
A Prime Location for realizing Logistics Operations and E-Commerce in Germany– the Niederrhein Region Bertram Gaiser, CEO, Standort Niederrhein GmbH 5:10 Q&A and Conclusion Reception This seminar is organized by NRW.INVEST GmbH in Dusseldorf, Germany; NRW.INVEST LLC in Chicago; Standort Niederrhein GmbH with the friendly collaboration of: REGISTRATION FORM NRW Business Conference Tapping the German E-commerce Market: New Opportunities for American Companies Time: November 4, 2015: 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. followed by a reception Venue: Union League Club 65 W Jackson Blvd Please register by Monday, November 2, 2015: or · Email: kgutzke@nrwinvestllc.com Fax: +1 312 629 7501 |
Join the GACC and ITCC to hear about strategies to uncover hidden tax incentives for businesses. Our speaker will discuss topics as:
The Expert:
Ned Leiby is a director of income and franchise tax at Ryan.
Ned’s experience spans twenty-five years of assisting global and middle-market clients with mitigating risk, enhancing compliance and optimizing savings for state tax matters.
In addition to advising clients relative to transactions and compliance he is currently providing perspective from that of the taxpayer’s representative to the Multistate Tax Commission’s transfer-pricing initiative. Recently, BNA Daily Tax Report and The Canadian Business Journal published articles on state taxation written by him. Ned was also interviewed about state incentives by NBC News Ward Room blog.
Ryan is the 6th largest corporate tax practice in the United States and provides outstanding value, client service, and results through a suite of innovative tax advisory and consulting services. Ryan delivers their clients more than $2 billion a year in tax savings.
When:
Thursday, February 26, 2015
Registration: 3:30 pm
Knowledge Exchange: 4:30 – 6:30pm
Cost: Member GACC and ITCC: complimentary | Non-Member: $20.00
Location:
MB Financial, Rear Entrance, 1400 Sixteenth Street, Oak brook, IL 60523
Refreshments will be served
As you may know, every year the U.S. Small Business Administration recognizes outstanding small businesses with our Small Business Week Awards. In 2015, SBA’s Small Business Week will be May 4-8. Awardees at the SBA District Office level the compete for regional and national awards will be announced on May 7, 2015. However, the deadline for nominations is January 5, 2015.
In 2015, the Illinois District plans to offer four awards to small businesses:
– Small Business Person of the Year
– SBA 8(a) Graduate of the Year. SBA’s 8(a) Business Development and Contracting program helps socially and economically-disadvantaged businesses obtain federal contracts over a nine-year engagement with an SBA team member.
– Exporter of the Year
– Jeffrey Butland Family-Owned Business of the Year
Our awardees always express how much value they see in the marketing and promotion of the awards, and this year, the Illinois District Office is determined to build upon our past success in raising awareness about outstanding Illinois small businesses.
The nomination process requires a small investment of the nominee’s time preparing the application, and the process is detailed in the National Small Business Week 2015 Awards Nominations Guidelines available at the link. A simplified document is also available with a checklist of required documents to help nominees submit complete their application packages as well as a condensed version of the Guidelines tailored to Illinois
For the categories mentioned above, businesses can self-nominate as well, so SBA encourages you to share this opportunity with anyone you think would be interested. Finally, nominations can be submitted to the SBA Illinois District Office at the address below, or nominees can submit their information at the online awards nomination site, https://www.sba.gov/national-small-business-week.
Please join ITCC affiliates, the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and CITCA, for the 5th Annual CITCA Holiday Reception. Network with trade commissioners, foreign diplomats, business and civic leaders and learn about new growth opportunities in countries and regions around the world. Come celebrate the holiday season with international flair!
This reception will feature:
For information & registration please contact Stacey Efstathiou at sefstathiou@chicagolandchamber.org or 312-494-6716
Location: Plante Moran, 10 S. Riverside Plaza, Chicago, IL 60606 (Ground Floor)
Time: 4:30pm to 7:30pm
Cost:
