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World Trade Center Association

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The World Trade Center Association Los Angeles – Long Beach works to support the development of international trade and business opportunities for Southern California companies as the leading international trade association, trade service organization and trade resource in Los Angeles County. It also promotes the Los Angeles region as a destination for foreign investment. The WTCA LA-LB is a subsidiary of the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation.

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Announcements

World Trade Center Association L.A.-Long Beach announces Trade and Investment Mission to Europe to London and Berlin in March. Sign up today!

World Trade Center Association L.A.-Long Beach, Berlin Sign Agreement to Collaborate on Clean Technology Clusters

LAEDC Sees Clear Uptick in International Trade Activity - Full reports

BYD, China’s Leading Electric Car Manufacturer, Establishes U.S. Headquarters in Los Angeles County

About the WTCA LA-LB

The World Trade Center Association offices are strategically located at the World Trade facilities in Los Angeles and Long Beach, positioning the organization as one of the important focal points for international business development in Los Angeles County. The WORLD TRADE CENTER ASSOCIATION LOS ANGELES - LONG BEACH (WTCA LA-LB) offers businesses the opportunity to expand in the international market through a variety of cooperative regional efforts, combining the numerous public and private trade resources available. The WTCA LA-LB pursues trade facilitation and investment attraction for the greater Los Angeles region.

The WTCA LA-LB is a subsidiary of the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC). In conjunction with the LAEDC Business Assistance Team, WTCA LA-LB Trade Managers work directly with local companies and together provide a compliment of services to address business needs.

Mission Statement

The WTCA LA-LB pursues trade facilitation and investment attraction for the greater Los Angeles region. The WTCA LA-LB works to support the development of international trade and business opportunities for Southern California companies as the leading international trade association, trade service organization and trade resource in the Los Angeles region. It also promotes the Los Angeles region as a destination for foreign investment to a targeted international audience to attract a significant flow of investment to the region, thereby enhancing the region’s economy, employment and business opportunities for local firms.

World Trade Committee

Chair
Roy Hearrean
Chairman, SWI Group

Committee Members
1st PMF Bancorp/China Mart
Stephen Perl

Bank of America
Bob Louk

British American Business Council
Jeremy Davies

Canadian Consulate General
Omeed Behmaram-Mosavat
Christopher Cook

City of Long Beach

Consensus Inc.
Josh Gertler

Consulate General of Japan
Brian Swords

County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors
Lourdes Saab

East West Bank
Kwok-Yin Cheng

Expense Reduction Analysts
Marylou Garcia

Charles T. Forrest

FuturePorts
Elizabeth Warren

Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Jeffrey Joyner

Greif & Co.
Lloyd Greif

HB/Sustain
Haig Armaghanian

HSBC Bank USA
Erik Kimoto

Ion Objects
Sandy Kotch

KPMG LLP
Randall Love

LAXTEC Corporation
Frank Clark

Leo A Daly
Mark Griffith

Long Beach City College
Cesar Arellanes
Lou Anne Bynum

Los Angeles Biomedical Research Institute at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Eileen Mosler

Manpower
William Marzullo
Leila Torres-Drewes

McKenna Long & Aldridge, LLP
J. Timothy Scott

Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP
Frida Glucoft
Lessing Gold

Moss Adams LLP
Mark Rabkin

Nixon Peabody LLP
Thaddeus J. Stauber

Port of Long Beach
Mike Walter

Port of Los Angeles
Kathryn McDermott

RezBuzz /CorpShorts/Sadovnick Partners
Mark Sadovnick

Robert E. Bush Corporation
Robert Bush

Paul Rokich

Seyfarth Shaw, LLP
Holger Besch
Maura O'Connor

Office of Councilmember Greig Smith
Doug Tripp

Matt Toledo

Union Pacific Railroad
Andy Perez

University of Southern California
Jack Lewis

US Commercial Service
Rachid Sayouty

WTCA L.A.-LB Services

The WTCA LA-LB’s trade experts and staff provide businesses with the basics of trade, individual export and import counseling; personal referrals to state and federal agencies for trade promotion; investment attraction; and the use of a state-of-the art online database for market research and trade leads.

Through its network of local business providers and a global network of 300 affiliated World Trade Centers, the WTCA LA-LB offers a variety of assistance services to help you grow your business.

INVESTMENT ATTRACTION

INTERNATIONAL TRADE

MARKETING SUPPORT

Partners

The World Trade Center Association Los Angeles-Long Beach holds strategic partnerships with numerous international trade offices and centers in Southern California. These sub-regional trade offices are managed in economic partnership with city and county governments, with participation and support from private industry.

The City of Los Angeles

The City of Los Angeles is a Mayor-Council-Commission form of government, as originally adopted by voters of the City of Los Angeles, effective July 1, 1925 and reaffirmed by a new Charter effective July 1, 2000. A Mayor, City Controller, and City Attorney are elected by City residents every four years. Fifteen City Council members representing fifteen districts are elected by the people for four-year terms, for a maximum of two terms. Members of Commissions are generally appointed by the Mayor, subject to the approval of the City Council. General Managers of the various City departments are also appointed by the Mayor, subject to confirmation by the City Council. Most employees of the City are subject to the civil service provisions of the City Charter.
The new City Charter, effective July 2000, provided for the creation of a Citywide System of Neighborhood Councils. The goal of the Neighborhoods Councils is to promote public participation in City governance and decision-making process to create a government more responsive to local needs.

Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce

As the leading advocate for business in the L.A. region, Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce works to create and sustain a favorable business environment in which all businesses can grow and prosper. From simplifying the city's business tax system, to improving transportation and infrastructure, to supporing education and workforce development, the Chamber is working to create a better L.A.

The Port of Los Angeles

The Port of Los Angeles, Southern California's gateway to international commerce, is located in San Pedro Bay, just 20 miles south of downtown Los Angeles.
This booming seaport not only sustains its competitive edge with record-setting cargo operations, but is also known for its groundbreaking environmental initiatives, progressive security measures and diverse recreational and educational facilities. The Port encompasses 7500 acres, 43 miles of waterfront and features 27 cargo terminals, including dry and liquid bulk, container, breakbulk, automobile and omni facilities. Combined, these terminals handle almost 190 million metric revenue tons of cargo annually. Last year, the Port moved an impressive 8.5 million TEUs, establishing a new national container record once again. The Port is also home to the nation's most secure cruise passenger complex, the World Cruise Center.

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Los Angeles International Airport is the world’s busiest origin and destination (O & D) airport. O&D passengers are those beginning or ending their trips in Southern California rather than using the airport for connecting flights. In total traffic, LAX is the sixth busiest airport in the world for passengers and ranks 13th in the world in air cargo tonnage handled. In 2008, the airlines of LAX served 59.8 million passengers and handled 1.8 million tons of freight and mail. LAX handled 70 percent of the passengers, 75 percent of the air cargo, and 95 percent of the international passengers and cargo traffic in the five-county Southern California region.

The City of Long Beach

The City of Long Beach, California is a municipal corporation formed in 1897. Long Beach uses the Council-Manager form of government. There are nine elected council members elected by the constituents of their district and a citywide elected mayor. In addition, there is an elected city attorney, a city prosecutor and a city auditor. Each elected official is elected for a term of four years. Council members representing the odd-numbered districts, the mayor and other city-wide officials are elected at the same time. Even-numbered districts are elected in a four year cycle two years after the city-wide elections.
The mayor and city council, the legislative branch of city government, are responsible for appointing two officials, the city manager and the city clerk. The legislative branch also appoints members of the charter mandated commissions and all other commissions and committees.

Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce

Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is the platform for business to provide leadership, education and advocacy so that the Long Beach area thrives in the 21st century. The Chamber will be the acknowledged leader in creating community consensus to support local, regional, and International business.

The Port of Long Beach

The Port of Long Beach is one of America’s premier seaports and a trailblazer in goods movement and environmental stewardship. Trade valued annually at more than $100 billion moves through Long Beach, making it the second-busiest seaport in the United States. Everything from clothing and shoes to toys, furniture and consumer electronics arrives at the Port before making its way to store shelves throughout the country. Specialized terminals also move petroleum, automobiles, cement, lumber, steel and other products. A major economic force, the Port supports more than 316,000 careers and jobs in Southern California and 1.4 million jobs throughout the United States. It generates about $16 billion in annual trade-related wages statewide.

Long Beach International Trade Office

The Long Beach International Trade Office (LBITO) is a professional program created to encourage and assist Long Beach area companies enter new markets, grow through international trade, and enhance their international sales levels. To help your business succeed, we provide the following customized assistance to your organization, depending upon your company’s trade readiness.

Centers for International Trade Development

California's Centers for International Trade Development (CITD), operated by Long Beach City College, provides value-added assistance to help expand your business internationally. CITD is the recommended educational partner for international trade by WTCA LA-LB. Services of the CITD include: export and import education programs for business and entrepreneurs; a "Help Desk" to help solve international business transaction challenges; and a place to learn about international matchmaking events, and other programs taking place both in California and abroad. An award-winning international trade information resource conveniently categorized in the Trade Information Database section of CITD website, comprehensive international resource guide for the Southern Californian business community.

Trade Resources

The World Trade Center Association Los Angeles-Long Beach is here to help you foster growth in your business, by helping you expand your export sales or by helping you establish a presence in the Los Angeles region. Expanding your export sales will help you to level the cycles and seasonal fluctuations in your overall sales. Establishing a presence in the Los Angeles County region will provide you with close proximity to the largest seaport in the Americas, the largest airport for cargo traffic in the U.S., the leading consumer market in the U.S., and the greatest concentration of manufacturing vendors anywhere in the U.S.

Trade and Economic Reports

Recent Reports by the LAEDC
All reports are in PDF Format. More reports are available.

2021-2011 Economic Forecast Mid-year Update

LAEDC Mid-year Forecast Shows Improving Economic Picture and Job Growth in 2011: Los Angeles County’s entertainment, tourism and international trade sectors will lead a “measured recovery,” but housing remains an issue.

International Trade Trends & Impacts: The Southern California Region (2021)

The only good thing about 2009 is that it is behind us. All sectors of the international trade industry took a beating, as trade activity declined dramatically.

Growing Together: China and Los Angeles County

Los Angeles County and China are two regions that have grown closer together by forging a 150-year partnership. The peoples of China and Los Angeles County have a very special relationship and bond due to this long shared history. China’s impact on Los Angeles County can be felt both personally and in business.

e-EDGE: The Economic Data Global Express
The e-EDGE is a free, weekly broadcast of useful economic news for the greater Los Angeles area. It covers news and statistics at the international, national, California and local levels. Subscribe to e-EDGE and receive current economic news and major developments.

L.A. County Business Scan
L.A. County Business Scan is a compilation of 15 key Los Angeles County economic indicators and business trends including employment in six industries, unemployment rates, port container traffic, housing, construction permits and median home prices, tourism, and entertainment.

Government Resources

General Information

General Export Counseling

Educational Resources

In addition to the Centers for International Trade Development (CITD) and the Long Beach City College, who are partners of the WTCA L.A.-LB, the following colleges and universities in the Los Angeles area also provide various programs and courses of study in international trade and related fields.

Four-Year and Graduate Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles County

Public Community Colleges in Los Angeles County

Private Accredited Two-Year Colleges in Los Angeles County

Travel References

Country Information

Background Notes by the U.S. Department of States
CountryReports.org
Country Customs & Etiquette
Investment Climate Notes by World Bank (over 77 countries)
The World Factbook

Embassies and Consulates

List of Foreign Embassies in Washington D.C. by Embassy.org
Office of American Citizens Services and Crisis Management (ACS)

Health and Security

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, Department of Health and Human Services
Current Travel Warnings by the U.S. Department of State
International Society of Travel Medicine

Money Matters

Foreign Exchange Currency Converter by OANDA Corporation
Passport Services
Office of the U.S. Department of State
Passport Express
American Passport Express

Miscellaneous

AirlinePortal.org
Metric Conversions by World Wide Metric
TimeZoneConverter.com

Country Reports

Background Notes
Country Reports on Economic & Trade Policy by the U.S. Department of State
Electronic Embassy
EU Trade
Japan
The Saudi Network

Current Press Releases

If you are a member of the press, our primary media contact person is Nhien Barros (213) 236-4816, or nhien.barros@laedc.org. You can also contact George McQuade, WTCA LA-LB publicist, at (818) 340-5300 or email pr@mayocommunications.com.

October 24, 2021
L.A.-Long Beach World Trade Center Association, Berlin Sign Agreement to Collaborate on Clean Technology Clusters

May 12, 2021
LAEDC Sees Clear Uptick in International Trade Activity - View full reports

April 30, 2021
BYD, China’s Leading Electric Car Manufacturer, Establishes U.S. Headquarters in Los Angeles County

March 24, 2021 - Shenzhen New World Group Co., Ltd. Buys Los Angeles Marriott Hotel: World Trade Center Association Los Angeles-Long Beach provided critical guidance to Shenzhen Group during acquisition process

Passt Press Releases

September 12, 2007
LAEDC Study of International Flights at LAX Finds $82.1B in Economic Output to Southern California Region - View Full Report

July 18, 2007
LAEDC Mid-Year Economic Update: Southland Economy Looks Good For Overall Growth, But Spotty Performance by Area and by Industry - View Full Report

June 25, 2007
LAEDC Appoints Vance Baugham as President of World Trade Center Association, LA-Long Beach

June 5, 2007
LAEDC Names Transportation & Logistics Consultant and Entrepreneur Al Shepetuk As The New President For CA Transportation and Logistics

May 1, 2007
LAEDC Trade Study Finds LA/LB Ports Are Bursting At the Seams In Record Shipments

April 10, 2007
LAEDC Business Scan Provides Critical, Up-to-Date Data on the Los Angeles County economy - Check out the Business Scan.

Events

Wednesday, November 10

LAEDC The 15th Annual Eddy Awards
6:30 p.m. Reception. 7:30 p.m. Dinner and Awards Program. At the Beverly Hilton. Contact Justin Goodkind (213) 236-4813 for sponsorship and tickets.

The Eddy Awards® is a cocktail, dinner, and awards gala to support fulfillment of the LAEDC mission to attract, retain, and grow businesses and jobs for the regions of Los Angeles County. Kaiser Permanente is the corporate honoree. The Awards were introduced by the LAEDC in 1996 to celebrate individuals, organizations, and now cities that demonstrate exceptional contributions to positive economic development in the region. We are also pleased to present the 2010 Most Business-Friendly City in Los Angeles County award. The winning cities will be announced live at the event.

October
Tuesday, October 19

Long Beach International Trade Office: Importing Wine, Beer and/or Spirits
6 – 9 p.m. Long Beach International Trade Office (4900 E Conant St., Bldg. 2, Suite 108), Long Beach. For more information or to register, call (562) 938-5018 or email lbito@lbcc.edu. The entry fee for all seminars in October is $20.

Alcoholic drinks are one of the most imported products in the United States. Learn how you can enter this industry by attending this seminar. Topics will include: common issues with U.S. Customs, the types of ABC (Alcohol Beverage Control) licenses, how to apply for them, and storage (bonded warehouses).

Wednesday, October 20

LA NABE Luncheon: The California Budget - How will it affect you?
11:30 a.m. at Omni Hotel, Downtown Los Angeles.

Speaker: Michael Cohen, Deputy Legislative Analyst, California Legislative Analysts' Office.

October 20, 2010

US Commercial Service: Singapore - Gateway to Asia
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. at Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce

U.S. Ambassador to Singapore David Adelman, representatives of the Singapore Government and a panel of seasoned business people already successful in Asia are ready to provide their insight on how you too can find success in Asia through doing business in Singapore.

Thursday, October 21

2010 California-China Trade & Investment Conference: Developing Stronger Commercial Ties Between California & China
8:30 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. Los Angeles Downtown Marriott Hotel (333 S. Figueroa Street), Los Angeles.

Doing business with China has changed in the past year. This Conference will provide valuable insider information to the business owner on how to profit in China in the current economic climate of 2010. Expert speakers from a wide variety of trade sectors will go to the core of successful business in China with how-we-did-it case histories of California companies finding success in China.

Thursday, October 21

Latino Entrepreneur + Social Media Forum
1:30 p.m - 9:00 p.m. at Dorothy Chandler Pavillion

The Latino Entrepreneur Forum is a collaborative partnership of 18 prominent organizations serving Hispanic business owners and professionals at the local, state and national levels. The event is an annual one-day conference that provides progressive Latinos with the unique opportunity to dialogue with top visionaries, leaders and innovators in business, social media, green technologies, academia, authors, and the entertainment industry as they share their insights and thought-provoking ideas.

October 21-22

1st Annual Pan Africa Trade Conference: Unifying Africa and the African Diaspora through International Trade & Commerce
California State University-Dominguez Hills (1000 E. Victoria Street), Carson.

The conference is designed for economic developers, policy makers NGO's and small business owners who want to create and utilize current opportunities to strengthen business and cultural ties between the U.S., Africa and the African Diaspora through international trade & commerce. Our objective is to develop Public/Private partnerships that promote & facilitate economic growth and free trade relationships. Delegates from the U.S., Africa and the African Diaspora representing political & social organizations, business and investment associations, the arts & culture, education, health care, and tourism will join local & internal chamber of commerce, international trade agencies & associations, banks and logistics companies to discuss & implement this important program.

Monday, October 25
Town Hall Los Angeles: The Honorable Condoleezza Rice: A Conversation on "Extraordinary, Ordinary People: A Memoir of Family" with cousin Constance L. Rice
10:45 AM Book Sales Begin. 11:00 AM Book Signing. 11:30 AM Networking Reception. 12:00 PM Luncheon Program with Q&A. 1:35 PM Book Signing Continues. At the Millennium Biltmore Hotel (506 S. Grand Ave.), Los Angeles.

Dr. Condoleezza Rice was the 66th United States Secretary of State and the first African American woman to ever hold that office. Prior to that, she was the first woman to serve as National Security Advisor. She currently teaches at Stanford University. In her new book, Rice details her life story that has been seldomly told, not that of an ultra-accomplished leader, but of a little girl - and a young woman - trying to find her place in a sometimes hostile world. She writes about two exceptional parents and an extended family and community that made all the difference. Rice will be in conversation with her cousin, Constance L. Rice, civil rights lawyer and Co-Director of The Advancement Project.

Tuesday, October 26

Long Beach International Trade Office: Basics on Importing to the U.S.
6 – 9 p.m. Long Beach International Trade Office (4900 E Conant St., Bldg. 2, Suite 108), Long Beach. For more information or to register, call (562) 938-5018 or email lbito@lbcc.edu. The entry fee for all seminars in October is $20.

Importing products into the United States can be difficult without appropriate knowledge of the procedures involved. This seminar will give an overview of the process of importing a product, including topics such as the Harmonized Tariff System (HTS), types of duties, and managing warehouses and foreign trade zones.

October 25-27
China Mega-Forum for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Beijing, China

Gathering more than 1000 professionals over the course of three days, this forum will place attendees at the heart of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in China. Joined by more than 400 elite high growth ventures, 200 prominent investment firms, and 60 premier-level speakers, attendees will be immersed into a full schedule of high-level content and unparalleled networking.

October 25-28
U.S. Commercial Service of the International Trade Administration: The Americas Business Trade Mission to Mexico
Mexico City and Monterey

The U.S. Commercial Service of the International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce will recruit and organize a multiple industry trade mission to Mexico City with an optional second stop in Monterrey, October 25-28, 2010. This mission will be led by a senior Department of Commerce official.
Mexico is the second largest market in the world for U.S. exports. Given the magnitude of trade between the United States and Mexico, there are abundant opportunities for U.S. firms in Mexico.

Wednesday, October 27

Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce: Access LA City Hall 2010: Putting LA Back to Work
7:30-11:30 a.m. Los Angeles City Hall Rotunda (200 N. Spring Street). Free and open to all L.A. Businesses, but registration is required. Online registration open until 10/25/2010.

Join business leaders from throughout the region for a networking breakfast and a special City Council meeting on issues vital to L.A.'s businesses. Topics include job creation, fixing the budget deficit adn lowering L.A.'s business tax. Don't miss this year's annual event to talk with city leaders including Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, City Controller Wendy Greuel, City Attorney Carmen Trutanich, and City Council President Eric Garcetti.

Thursday, October 28

What Japanese Companies Need to Know About Electronic Discovery: A Practical Guide to Federal Rules and Requirements
12:00-1:30 pm at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP (725 S. Figueroa Street, Suite 2800), Los Angeles. $25 JAS Members, $35 Non-members & Guests. Please RSVP before October 26th.

Electronic documents are now a central part of the legal discovery process in the United States. In recent years, courts have imposed new and sweeping requirements upon corporations both in terms of how they collect data and what must be produced. They are also setting new standards for managing and searching electronic files. Join us as our panel of experts provide an introduction to the rules governing "E-Discovery", as well as a look at recent court decisions that are of special interest to Japanese corporate executives and a practical look at collecting data in Japan for U.S. facing litigation.

Thursday, October 28

Growth Capital Conference XXXVIII
7 a.m. Registration & Hot Networking Breakfast. 7:30-9:30 a.m. Conference & Deal Display. 9:30-10:00 a.m. Networking with Deals & Capital Sources. At the Olympic Collection (11301 Olympic Blvd @ Sawtelle), West Los Angeles.

GCC brings together: Capital Sources, Entrepreneurs Seeking Capital, Advisors & Deal Makers. If you seek growth capital, strategic partners, advisors; or if you provide early stage funding, advice to entrepreneurs, this conference is for you.

Friday, October 29

The Future of Korea-Japan Relations: Economics, Culture and History
1:00-5:00 p.m. at USC Doheny Library - Intellectual Commons Room, Los Angeles.

A half-day academic conference on the future of Korea-Japan relationship, jointly organized by UCLA and USC. Discussion topics will include "Regional Economic Issues", "Historical Issues: Causes and Solutions" and "Cultural Relations". Sponsors: Terasaki Center for Japanese Studies, Center for Korean Studies, USC Korean Studies Institute and USC East Asian Studies Center.
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Wednesday, November 10

LAEDC The 15th Annual Eddy Awards
6:30 p.m. Reception. 7:30 p.m. Dinner and Awards Program. At the Beverly Hilton. Contact Justin Goodkind (213) 236-4813 for sponsorship and tickets.

The Eddy Awards® is a cocktail, dinner, and awards gala to support fulfillment of the LAEDC mission to attract, retain, and grow businesses and jobs for the regions of Los Angeles County. Kaiser Permanente is the corporate honoree. The Awards were introduced by the LAEDC in 1996 to celebrate individuals, organizations, and now cities that demonstrate exceptional contributions to positive economic development in the region. We are also pleased to present the 2010 Most Business-Friendly City in Los Angeles County award. The winning cities will be announced live at the event.

Tuesday, November 2

Asia Society: US-China Film Summit: Co-Production And Cooperation
2:00 p.m - 5:00 p.m. Writers Guild Theater (135 S. Doheny Drive), Beverly Hills. Admission: $80 General Admission, $60 Asia Society Member. For more information, please call Asia Society at 213-613-9934 ext. 24.
Join film industry leaders from China and Hollywood - including top executives, government officials, producers, professionals and creatives - for an informative afternoon on the latest trends in co-productions and collaborations. Event formally kicks off Asia Society's Entertainment and Media Initiatives. Event to be moderated by Peter Shiao, Head of Entertainment and Media for the Asia Society and CEO of Orb Media Group.
Tuesday, November 2

Long Beach International Trade Office: Fundamentals of Exporting
6 – 9 p.m. Free. Long Beach International Trade Office (4900 E Conant St., Bldg. 2, Suite 108), Long Beach. For more information or to register, call (562) 938-5018 or email lbito@lbcc.edu.

This is a must-take opportunity for new exporters to gain an understanding of the export process. Topics will include Incoterms and other technical terms used in international trade, setting up your business, logistics and insurance.

Friday, November 5

Let's Do Business Now!: Contract Opportunities for Diverse Suppliers
8:00AM to 1:00PM. The Center at Cathedral Plaza (555 West Temple St.), Los Angeles. Free event. Registration required.

Join us for a free half-day match making event in Los Angeles with at least 50 corporations and their 1st tier prime suppliers. The ultimate goal of this event is to create contract opportunities for diverse suppliers with 1st tier prime suppliers. This is more than just a trade show. This is an event to ensure that contract opportunities are provided to qualified diverse suppliers.

Friday, November 5
The Latino Business Chamber of Greater Los Angeles: Let's Do Business Conference III
8:00AM to 1:00PM. The Center at Cathedral Plaza ( 555 West Temple St.), Los Angeles.

Join us for a half-day match making event in Los Angeles with at least 50 corporations and their 1st tier prime suppliers. The ultimate goal of this event is to create contract opportunities for diverse suppliers with 1st tier prime suppliers. This is more than just a trade show. This is an event to ensure that contract opportunities are provided to qualified diverse suppliers.

Tuesday, November 9

Long Beach International Trade Office: Selling Abroad
6 – 9 p.m. Fee: $20. Long Beach International Trade Office (4900 E Conant St., Bldg. 2, Suite 108), Long Beach. For more information or to register, call (562) 938-5018 or email lbito@lbcc.edu.

Learn how to enter your market of choice with the appropriate strategy. Entry strategies such as finding a distributor, sales agents, and licensing will be discussed.

Wednesday, November 17

2010 Los Angeles Business Council Mayoral Sustainable Housing and Transportation Summit [PDF]
7:30 a.m. — 2:00 p.m. at UCLA Anderson School of Business, Korn Hall.

Featured and Invited Speakers Include: Raphael Bostic, Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research, US Department of Housing and Urban Development; The Honorable Antonio Villaraigosa, Mayor, City of Los Angeles; The Honorable Zev Yaroslavsky, Supervisor, Third District, LA County; The Honorable Wendy Greuel, Controller, City of Los Angeles; Richard Ziman, Founding Member, UCLA Ziman Center for Real Estate, and many more.

Wednesday, November 17
VITA Global Networking Breakfast: What is the future of the European Union for U.S. Investors?
7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. The Valley Economic Alliance (5121 Van Nuys Blvd., 2nd Floor, BFG Board Room), Sherman Oaks.

The speakers will cover the outlook of doing international business within various parts of the European Union.

Contact Us

World Trade Center Los Angeles
350 S. Figueroa St. Suite 272
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Phone: +1 (213) 680-1888
Fax: +1 (213) 680-1878
info@wtca-lalb.org

World Trade Center Long Beach
One World Trade Center, Suite 410
Long Beach, CA 90831
Phone: +1 (562) 495-6075
Fax: +1 (562) 495-1501
info@wtca-lalb.org

WTCA LA-LB Staff

Vance Baugham Biography
President
(213) 680-1888
vance.baugham@laedc.org

Greg Moore Biography
Director of European Operations / Senior Trade Manager
(562) 506-8094
greg.moore@laedc.org

Lianne Chua Biography
Director of Asia Operations / Trade Manager
(213) 680-1888
lianne.chua@laedc.org

Carly Krause Biography
Trade Assistant
(213) 680-1888
carly.krause@laedc.org

Press Contact

Nhien Lasky
Vice President, Marketing and Communications
Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation
(213) 236-4816
nhien.barros@laedc.org

George McQuade
Vice President
Mayo Communications
818-340-5300/818-618-9229
pr@mayocommunications.com

Website Inquiries

V. Oakley Boren
Communications Manager
Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation
(213) 236-4847
oakley.boren@laedc.org

Special Contribution:

Moqi Liu, WTCA Los Angeles-Long Beach Intern 2010, University of Southern California
Martha Adams, WTCA Los Angeles-Long Beach Intern 2010, University of Southern California