Minnesota Trade Office (MTO)
State Export Development Office. Founded in 1983. 28 Members
Karin Nelson, International Trade representative - Environmental Industry
1000 World Trade Center, 30 E. 7th street
St. Paul, MN 55101
Telephone: (612) 297-4222
Facsimile: (612) 296-3555
E-mail: mto@state.mn.us
Website: www.dted.state.mn.us
Mission of Organization
The mission of Minnesota Trade Office is to promote international trade and facilitate exports and reverse investment that have the most positive effect on the Minnesota economy. MTO’s primary clientele is small and medium-sized businesses, but large companies often consult with MTO staff on a variety of technical and cultural considerations, and co-sponsor with the MTO education and training events.
Export Promotion Activities
Staff and program resources are focused primarily on developing trade with Canada, the European Community and the Pacific Rim countries. However, MTO considers the many factors that influence global market trends. Strategies and programs are in place for developing trade in exciting new markets including Latin America and Eastern Europe.
Education and Training
The MTO helps small and medium-sized businesses enter the international market place by:
conducting an intensive Export Tools and Techniques course which introduces participants to export fundamentals;
organizing export education seminars and workshops across the state on foreign markets and topical trade issues;
providing trade leads;
providing one-on-one counseling to companies on export requirements and preparation.
International Marketing Investment
The MTO promotes Minnesota products and services internationally by:
identifying emerging markets;
arranging and leading trade missions to focus countries;
promoting Minnesota products and services at national and international trade shows;
hosting foreign delegations, planning itineraries, and arranging meetings between foreign buyers and Minnesota companies;
providing market intelligence and personalized export consultation; and
managing the MTOs international information network of honorary trade representatives and referring appropriate Minnesota companies to them
MTO’s Minnesota Export Finance Authority (MEFA) provides financial assistance to small and medium-sized business by:
guaranteeing loans to exporters who have an export order but cannot raise capital to fill that order;
offering individual counseling to firms on all aspects of international transactions;
providing exporters with insurance coverage against the commercial and political risks of non-repayment and access to national and international export enhancement and financing programs.
International Library
The MTO International Library, staffed by an experienced international librarian, offers many resource materials for exporters such as economic forecasts, international trade periodicals, business newspapers, export statistics, trade show information, files on almost every country of the world, and how-to-export guides.
Montana State University
Environmental Technologies Program
University-based environmental technology assistance program
Yvonne Rudman, MSU-TechLink
900 Technology Boulevard, Suite A
Bozeman, MT 59718
Tel: 406-994-7739
Fax: 406-994-7701
Website: http://www.techlink
Mission of Organization
To help Montana become more competitive in the global marketplace by assisting in the development and commercialization of environmental technologies that have international applications. Specific program objectives include:
Maintaining an information network ("early warning system") to identify opportunities for development and export of environmental technologies;
Establishing productive linkages between MSU researchers and private-industry partners for R&D on environmental technologies;
Helping Montana companies obtain R&D funds; and
Assisting Montana environmental technology companies through increasing their knowledge of international market opportunities and how to take advantage of these opportunities.
Export Promotion Activities
Through a grant from the Department of Education, titled "U.S.-Mexico Partnerships for a Cleaner Environment and Sustainable Business Development: Alliances Involving Business, Higher Education and Government," MSU's Environmental Technology Program is coordinating the following activities for Montana environmental technology companies and the MSU College of Business:
Publication of a newsletter focusing on market opportunities for Montana and Northwest environmental firms in Mexico as well as in Latin America in general;
Internationally focused workshops organized by MSU and NEBC-Montana (Montana's statewide environmental industry trade association);
Conversion of the NEBC-Montana directory into an on-line international marketing tool;
Matchmaking events for U.S. and Mexican firms jointly sponsored by MSU, NEBC-Montana and Mexican universities;
Internships for MSU students in firms in Mexico and Montana;
International activities by MSU College of Business finance and marketing clubs under the supervision of COB faculty;
Teaching a business Spanish course via distance-learning technologies; and
Further infusion of international marketing and finance content into MSU COB curriculum.
Environmental Focus
The program focuses on environmental technologies in fields in which MSU has established strengths and is nationally or internationally prominent. These include biocontrol of weeds, insects, and pathogens; pollution prevention and control technology (including biobarriers, biohydrometallurgy, in situ bioremediation, and environmentally friendly biocides); and water quality testing and enhancement technology.
Availability of Services
MSU's Environmental Technologies Program serves environmental technology firms throughout Montana generally and has a defined relationship with NEBC-Montana, the state's environmental technology association.
Success Measures
The ETP is expected to comply with performance measures outlined in the Department of Education grant tied to activity output.
Environmental Business Association of New Jersey
Business and Trade Association. Founded in 1997. 20 Members.
Tracy Straka, Director
c/o BCC/Scoskie Hall
400 Paramus Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
Telephone: (201) 488-9800
Facsimile: (201) 488-0587
E-mail: EBA-NJ@juno.com
Mission of Organization
The Environmental Business Association of New Jersey is a not-for-profit trade and business association dedicated to supporting the growth and recognition of the environmental industry within New Jersey. Founded in 1997, the Environmental Business Association of New Jersey recognizes that the environmental industry plays an important economic role within the state. EBA/NJ understands that environmental issues are also business issues, and that environmental responsibility and economic growth are intrinsically related. It is EBA/NJ’s goal to preserve and foster New Jersey’s leadership in environmental policy, technology, research, educational programs and environmental stewardship. Toward these ends, the EBA/NJ incorporates the following key functions into the overall mission of the organization:
stimulating business development, awareness and growth opportunities in New Jersey through networking;
member services and educational seminars;
acting as an information clearing house for market, regulatory, technical, and financial information important to the environmental business community;
coordinating effective interaction among environmental professionals and industrial, municipal, academic, and not-for profit organizations;
working with state government, not-for-profit organizations and universities on public issues which affect the development of the environmental industry; and
assisting in policy development for the purpose of maintaining a clean environment and a productive economic base in New Jersey.
Export Promotion Activities
EBA-NJ acts as a clearing house for information regarding state and regional export promotion events including trade shows, trade missions, catalogue shows and visiting delegations. It is in the process of forming a subcommittee dedicated entirely to international trade issues, including the identification of joint venture, business and technology transfer opportunities; tracking of regulatory issues; and financial issues associated with doing business abroad.
Environmental Focus
The focus of EBA-NJ is to promote the growth and recognition of the environmental industry in New Jersey.
Availability of Services
Many services are limited to members only. Some programs are open to non-members for a fee.
Success Measures
While still a new organization, EBA-NJ expects to measure its success by the number of members and growth in participation in its programs and events.
Environmental Business Association of New York State, Inc.
Trade Organization. Founded in 1994. 120 Members.
Ira S. Rubenstein, Executive Director
1223 Peoples Avenue
Troy, New York 12180
Telephone: (518) 276-2164
Facsimile: (518) 273-6380
E-mail: info@eba-nys.org
Website: www.eba-nys.org
Mission of Organization
The Environmental Business Association of New York State, Inc., (EBA/NYS) is the trade association dedicated to supporting the growth of the environmental industry in New York State. EBA/NYS’s members support and promote the goals of business development, environmental quality and economic vitality. The environmental industry encompass businesses that provide products and services to prevent, monitor, control or remediate pollution, conserve and/or recycle energy and resources.
To serve its members, EBA/NYS:
Stimulates business development, awareness and growth opportunities through networking, member services and educational seminars;
Acts as an information clearinghouse for market, regulatory, technical, and financial information important to the business community;
Coordinates effective partnerships among environmental businesses and with other business, research, government, and not-for-profit organizations;
Serves as the voice for informing government and business leaders about the needs and economic opportunities of the environmental industry; and,
Assists in policy development that both protects the environment and promotes a strong economy.
Export Promotion Activities
Using its broad network throughout federal and state agencies and the environmental industry, EBA/NYS is continuously developing and promoting programs to support the export of environmental technologies. While the focus is to assist member companies, non-member companies are frequently included as part of an industry outreach strategy. All export programs are specifically tailored to maximize the benefit to the EBA/NYS membership.
Generally, two major business development programs are scheduled each year. Conferences and seminars are held on an “as-requested” basis.
A quarterly newsletter highlights the current export promotion activities. Unique trade promotion activities and events are communicated by letter or fax as appropriate.
Environmental Focus
The EBA/NYS has relationships with government and non-government agencies dedicated to export promotion. In addition, a number of EBA/NYS members provide expert professional services and training specific to international trade and business development. Specific areas include market and product analysis; sales strategy development; foreign customer/associate identification; trade mission planning, licensing and joint venture development; and legal, financial and transportation services.
Availability of Services
Member companies receive first priority in all EBA/NYS activities, however, participation in EBA/NYS by non-members is often permitted to encourage exports on a broad basis.
Success Measures
No information provided.
Erie County Industrial Development Agency
Industrial Development Agency. Founded in 1970. 20 Members.
Edward J. Arnold, Director - International trade
424 Main Street, Suite 300
Buffalo, NY 14202-3595
Telephone: (716) 685-6525
Facsimile: (716) 856-6754
E-mail: acida@buffnet.net
Mission of Organization
The Erie County Industrial Development Agency (ECIDA) is a public benefit corporation, created by state law.
ECIDA’s mission is to promote and assist private sector industrial development and, thereby, advance job opportunities and economic welfare to the people of Erie County. ECIDA’s International Department has an export assistance program designed to promote and enhance the exporting activities of Erie County businesses. ECIDA offers the exporter access to sources of financial support, market research, the facilitation of trade missions to foreign markets and general export counseling.
Export Promotion Activities
ECIDA has an agreement with both the Export-Import Bank of the United States and the U.S. Small Business Administration to market their programs in Western New York. Also, ECIDA is a licensed broker in New York State for export credit insurance. This program provides foreign credit protection for both commercial risk of default (the buyer’s own inability to pay when an obligation is due), and political risks of default (events beyond the control of the buyer, caused by a government action). Political risks include a) political violence such as war; b) government intervention; or c) transfer of inconvertibility risk, due to the inability to purchase U.S. dollars in a legal market.
Events
January 1997, ECIDA led a Western New York Trade Delegation to Europe. The delegation consisting of six local service companies traveled to Belgium, the Netherlands, France and Germany. The purpose of the mission was to promote Buffalo as a distribution center for North America and to aid participating companies in finding customers in Europe.
In February 1997, the ECIDA sponsored a Belgian Videoconference with GOM Limburg, another industrial development agency in Belgium. There were 8 Western New York companies along with 6 Belgian companies that participated in this videoconference. The purpose of this alliance between GOM Limburg and the ECIDA is to bring businesses in Western NY and Limburg together and to jointly help them realize their goals.
In June 1997, the ECIDA lead a trade mission to three Chinese cities: Beijing, Shanghai, and Dalian. The delegation consisted of 15 members representing 8 companies. In addition to the eight companies there were eight more Western New York businesses represented through product presentations. There were over 230 individual, private meetings scheduled, linking up delegation members with potential customers, distributors of companies interested in working on cooperative projects.
Environmental Focus
ECIDA will be leading a business delegation to South East Asia for New York State businesses interested in gaining access to this region. The delegation will visit Jakarta, Indonesia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and Bangkok, Thailand.
Also, ECIDA, as a city-state partner of Export-Import Bank of the United States, will support the export of environmental goods and services through a short-term environmental insurance policy with coverage of 95 percent of the commercial and 100 percent of the political risks of default without a deductible. Medium-term environmental exports will have enhanced guarantee coverage with local cost coverage equal to 15 percent of the U.S. contract price and capitalization of interest during construction.
Availability of Services
No information provided.
Success Measures
No information provided.
World Trade Centers
Private, nonprofit membership organizations
Herbert Ouida, Executive Vice President
World Trade Centers Association
One World Trade Center, Suite 7701
New York, NY 10048
Tel: (212) 432-2604
Fax: (212) 488-0065
Email: wtca@wtca.org
Website: www.wtca.org/
Mission of Organization
The World Trade Centers (WTC) are independent, locally based organizations that assist member firms with international business development. There are over 300 WTCs in about 100 countries bringing together businesses and government agencies involved in foreign trade. World Trade Centers are promoted by individuals, companies, cities, chambers of commerce, port authorities and other entities interested in international trade. WTC's are dedicated to sharing their knowledge and experience by creating a unique information and promotion network. Many WTC's belong to the World Trade Center Association (WTCA). Not all organizations carrying the WTC name belong to the association. A list of member WTCs with their home page addresses is available on the WTC website. Membership requirements and costs vary according to each World Trade Center.
Export Promotion Activities
Each WTC is a one-stop trade information hub where an international business person is offered a full range of services. Each WTC develops its own program, which often includes trade counseling, market research, and worldwide contacts. WTCA On-Line Trade Opportunities Database allows WTC members and WTCA On-Line subscribers to post and review offers to buy and sell products and services. There is also a “Who's Read" area of the database that lets you know who has reviewed your posting. Search the trade lead listings by company name, product category, harmonized code or country. Businesses have the opportunity to tap into WTCA On-Line, a powerful new website for international trade linked to over 300 World Trade Centers in 97 countries, representing over 500,000 affiliated businesses.
Each WTC and its association, offer a variety of publications and events. Contact your local WTC directly to learn about its activities and services.
Environmental Focus
The World Trade Centers throughout our nation assist U.S. companies in all industries, including the environment, looking to expand overseas. The WTC’s are ideally suited to guide export “beginners” through the initial stages of the export process. Several WTCs have developed a specific focus on environmental exports. For example, the World Trade Center Phoenix, the World Trade Center Pittsburgh, and the World Trade Center Raleigh-Durham (North Carolina) have each successfully applied for matching Market Development Cooperator Program grant funds from the Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, to develop trade programs focused on the environmental sector. Many other WTCs participate in and cosponsor activities focused on environmental exports.
Availability of Services
Services are limited to WTC members, although opportunities for non-members to participate in specific activities may exist. WTC services are reciprocal, allowing members to access them at all operating WTCs around the world.
Success Measures
No information available.
Ohio Department of Development
International Trade Division. State Agency.
Steven Dabelko Schoeny, Trade Advisor
77 South High Street, 29th Floor
P.O. Box 1001
Columbus, OH 43216-1001
Telephone: 614) 4665017
Facsimile: (614) 4631540
E-mail: itd@odod.ohio.gov
Website: www.ohiotrade.tpusa.com
Mission of Organization
The International Trade Division (ITD) of the Ohio Department of Development promotes exports by counseling the public and private sectors on international trade and protocol in order to strengthen Ohio's economy and further its leadership position and competitiveness in the global market.
Export Promotion Activities
ITD offers an array of services designed to help Ohio companies to develop export markets. Its trade staff in Columbus, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico and the Middle East provide the following services:
Export counseling;
Exhibits at trade shows and assistance to Ohio companies that want to exhibit at trade shows;
Trade missions;
Promotion of Ohio products and services on the Internet;
Assistance with the financing programs offered by the EX-IM Bank and the Small Business Administration;
The Ohio Export Tax Credit; and
Access to the Japan External Trade organization (JETRO) through a JETRO executive housed within ITD’s offices.
Publications
ITD regularly publishes a list of trade shows and trade leads collected from various sources. This list can be accessed via the ITD’s website. This list is accessible only to businesses located in Ohio.
Environmental Focus
ITD has a trade advisor who specializes in helping environmental companies to become successful in international markets. Additionally, ITD can help companies access various grant programs that provide matching funds for environmental companies to undertake international projects or attend overseas trade shows.
Availability of Services
ITD’s services are available to all companies located in Ohio.
Success Measures
No information provided.
North Carolina Department of Commerce
International Trade Division, State Agency.
Daniel H. (Howie) DeVane II, Trade Specialist
301 N. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27626-0571
Telephone: (919) 733-7193
Facsimile: (919) 733-0110
E-mail: hdevane@mail.commerce.state.nc.us
Website: www.commerce.state.nc.us/
Mission of Organization
The International Trade Division of North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state’s lead organization for exports and it seeks to foster the growth of exports for small and medium-sized manufacturers and service companies with a proven domestic product and a willingness to commit the time, personnel, and finances necessary to participate in the global marketplace.
Export Promotion Activities
To achieve its mission and to make exporting profitable for North Carolina companies, the International Trade Division offers three major programs:
Export Outreach Program. The Export Outreach Program is a series of workshops designed to walk a company through every facet of the export process. In cooperation with the North Carolina Community College Small Business Network, the International Trade Division has made this program available in six regional centers across the state. The Export Outreach Program is an intense, hard-core program where commitment, preparation, and action are instilled as the basis for successful exporting.
Trade Events Program. Once a company is prepared and ready to export, the International Trade Division provides the means for a company to gain international exposure for its product and the opportunities for the company to link with distributors, dealers, and buyers through the Trade Events Program. This program consists of catalog shows, trade fairs, and trade missions in carefully selected markets worldwide. The Trade Events Calendar is updated periodically to inform North Carolina companies of these opportunities. Usually, a company must sign up to participate in an event six to twelve months in advance of the actual event.
Shared Foreign Sales Corporation. After a company has established a working relationship with a foreign distribution dealer, or buyer, the International Trade Division offers a financial assistance program called the Shared Foreign Sales Corporation. This program permits the North Carolina company to reduce the taxable amount of its export profits by as much as 30 percent on federal and state taxes. In turn, this reduction in taxes allows a company to reinvest the savings into increased export volume and/or new export markets.
Environmental Focus
No information provided.
Availability of Services
No information provided.
Success Measures
No information provided.
North Carolina Environmental Technologies Consortium (NCETC)
Non-profit Organization. Founded in 1997.
Bobbi Tousey, Executive Director
PO Box 37506
Raleigh, NC 27627
Telephone: (919) 513-1142
Facsimile: (919) 513-1242
E-mail: Bobbi_Tousey@ncsu.edu
Mission of Organization
The North Carolina Environmental Technologies Consortium (NCETC) is a statewide non-profit organization whose mission is to facilitate the development, manufacture, commercialization and export of environmental technologies, systems and services that contribute to the competitiveness and growth of North Carolina’s economy.
Export Promotion Activities
NCETC catalyzes collaboration among industry, government, higher education, and non-profit sectors to establish North Carolina as a leader in the creation, development, application, adaptation, commercialization and export of environmental technologies, systems and services.
NCETC works closely with the World Trade Center of North Carolina and the NC Department of Commerce’s International Trade Division to identify international trade opportunities and target those North Carolina companies which could best meet the needs. The World Trade Center has taken the lead in educating companies on overseas markets while NCETC seeks to identify companies within the environmental industry.
NCETC and the World Trade Center will sponsor a statewide conference in winter 1998 aimed at environmental technologies and international trade. In addition, NCETC publishes a newsletter that keeps companies apprised of training events, trade missions and funding opportunities.
Environmental Focus
No information provided.
Availability of Services
NCETC membership is open to any public or private organization interested or involved in environmental technologies in North Carolina. Services are aimed specifically at environmental issues. Members receive a variety of services depending upon their membership category. Please call NCETC for more information.
Success Measures
No information provided.
North Dakota Department of Economic Development and Finance
State Agency
Rebecca L. Bosch, International Trade Program Director
1833 East Bismarck Expressway
Bismarck, ND 58504-6708
Telephone: (701) 328-5300
Facsimile: (701) 328-5320
E-mail: ccmail.bbosch@ranch.state.nd.us
Website: www.state.nd.us/edu
Mission of Organization
The North Dakota Department of Economic Development and Finance (DEDF) seeks to provide leadership, funding, and quality services designed to stimulate and support economic growth and diversity in North Dakota by promoting business expansions, new business, business retention and targeted business recruitment.
Export Promotion Activities
DEDF's International Trade (IT) Program provides assistance to companies that do, or plan to do, business in foreign markets. Staff counsels companies on export/import procedures, international marketing, banking, and financing. Information and referrals on translation, brokers, and other service providers is available.
Events
The IT Program annually schedules workshop and training sessions ranging from the basics of exporting to in-depth overviews of shipping, documentation, banking and regulations. Trade missions and country specific conferences are scheduled when appropriate.
Publications
DEDF maintains the North Dakota Directory of Manufacturers and Food Processors which denotes whether the company is an exporter. The directory is currently available in print and disk format and will be available on the Internet soon via the agency's homepage.
Environmental Focus
While not specifically focused on environmental products and services, the IT program’s resources and assistance are made available to all companies located in North Dakota.
Availability of Services
Services are available to any North Dakota citizen or business.
Success Measures
The IT program evaluates its export services 6 months after the service has been rendered. It uses the data to compile results on the dollar volume of exports that have been created due to the services, the percentage of new exporters, exporters to new markets or with new products, or those that have made trade contacts or signed agents or distributors.
Ohio Department of Development
International Trade Division. State Agency.
Steven Dabelko Schoeny, Trade Advisor
77 South High Street, 29th Floor, P.O. Box 1001
Columbus, OH 43216-1001
Telephone: (614) 4665017
Facsimile: (614) 4631540
E-mail: itd@odod.ohio.gov
Website: www.ohiotrade.tpusa.com
Mission of Organization
The International Trade Division (ITD) of the Ohio Department of Development promotes exports by counseling the public and private sectors on international trade and protocol in order to strengthen Ohio's economy and further its leadership position and competitiveness in the global market.
Export Promotion Activities
ITD offers an array of services designed to help Ohio companies to develop export markets. Its trade staff in Columbus, Ohio; Belgium; Brazil; Canada; Hong Kong; Japan; Mexico; and the Middle East provide the following services:
export counseling;
exhibits at trade shows and assistance to Ohio companies that want to exhibit at trade shows;
trade missions;
promotion of Ohio products and services on the Internet;
assistance with the financing programs offered by the Export-Import Bank of the United States and the U.S. Small Business Administration;
the Ohio Export Tax Credit; and
access to the Japan External Trade organization (JETRO) through a JETRO executive housed within ITD’s offices.
Publications
ITD regularly publishes a list of trade shows and trade leads collected from various sources. This list can be accessed via the International Trade Division’s website. This list is accessible only to businesses located in Ohio.
Environmental Focus
ITD has a trade advisor who specializes in helping environmental companies be successful in international markets. Additionally, ITD can help companies access various grant programs that provide matching funds for environmental companies to undertake international projects or attend overseas trade shows.
Availability of Services
ITD’s services are available to all companies located in Ohio.
Success Measures
No information provided.
Northwest Environmental Business Council
Environmental Industry Association. Founded in 1997. 400 Members.
David W. Welsh, Executive Director
P.O. Box 672
Portland, OR 97207-0672
Telephone: (503) 227-6361
Facsimile: (503) 222-5050
E-mail: david.welsh@state.or.us
Mission of Organization
The Northwest Environmental Business Council (NEBC) provides services, resources, and opportunities to strengthen and expand the environmental industry in the Pacific Northwest. The objectives of this regional association are to serve as an advocate for the growth of the environmental industry in the states; allow this diverse industry to speak with one voice; encourage exports of environmental products and services; and enhance opportunities for teaming arrangements, information exchange, and economies of scale for young and growing firms.
Export Promotion Activities
NEBC provides information and support to firms interested in establishing markets in foreign countries. Through a variety of information services, NEBC keeps members up-to-date on international needs and opportunities. It provides state and federal trade lead matching services, assistance on developing strategic market plans, and networking with international economic development agencies.
Events
NEBC offers globe services; regional and state events focused on international markets in general and/or specific countries; and trade missions with state agencies.
Publications
NEBC publishes:
Faxpress (a bimonthly newsletter), Daily Trade Lead Matching, and the NEBC Directory and Resource Guide.
Environmental Focus
NEBC provides daily trade lead matching using a taxonomy compiled to meet individual member's areas of expertise and geographical area of interest. NEBC offers assistance in researching trade opportunities, developing marketing strategies, and promoting trade missions.
Availability of Services
NEBC services are available to members.
Success Measures
NEBC routinely surveys member firms to ascertain their satisfaction with the trade lead matching service and their success in winning contract awards. Success is also measured by the number of firms participating in NEBC hosted and/or sponsored events.
Oregon Economic Development Department
International Division. Government-State Agency. Founded in 1973. 14 Members.
Warren Banks, Manager, International Division.
One World Trade Center
121 SW Salmon, Suite 300
Portland, OR 97204
Telephone: (503) 229-5625
Facsimile: (503) 222-5050
E-mail: Patty.McWayne@OR.US.gov
Website: www/econ.state.or.us
Mission of Organization
The International Division of the Oregon Economic Development Department has as its mission the diversification and enhancement of Oregon’s economy through international trade. The division helps Oregon business compete globally by assisting export-ready companies develop international markets and keeps Oregon companies aware of global competition and opportunities in the international marketplace. These efforts are part of the state’s overall economic development strategy to increase employment and diversify Oregon’s economic base.
Export Promotion Activities
To leverage resources, the International Division partners with over 30 international agencies and organizations in Oregon to provide meetings, trade seminars, roundtable discussions, and export workshops throughout the state. The division is a sponsor of the Oregon Trade Conference, a consortium of international organizations at a local, state and federal level. The Oregon Trade Conference provides a forum to share information, combine resources, avoid duplication and set cooperative goals for the state in the international trade arena. The Oregon Trade Conference sponsors a web site (see "Publications") that provides statewide access to international events and information. The consortium builds trade capacity and international partnerships.
Market Development Program
The division's international marketing specialists provide information, guidance, and market entry assistance to ready-to-export companies interested in entering international markets. State offices, located in Taiwan, Japan, and Korea, assist companies with market entry, and with the development of important government and business contacts. The International Division also facilitates international market awareness in Oregon by hosting a wide variety of international state officials, business, and educational delegations, including those from Oregon’s sister states and provides protocol services on behalf of international business delegations and Oregon companies.
Publications
The International Division publishes the Oregon International Trade Directory. It also has a website (Oregon international Trade Resource Center http://www.econ.state.or.us/intl/it.htm) and is a sponsor of the Oregon Trade conference website, http://www.ExportOregon.org.
Environmental Focus
One of the division's partnerships is with the Northwest Environmental Business Council (NEBC). Based in Portland, Oregon, the NEBC represents Oregon firms in the environmental industry. The division teams with NEBC to provide expertise, research, and resource materials, and international marketing opportunities for Oregon environmental technology firms. This partnership has also proven successful in obtaining grant funds for international environmental technology projects that benefit Oregon and northwest companies.
Availability of Services
No information provided.
Success Measures
No information provided.
Air & Waste Management Association
Non-profit Technical, Scientific & Educational Organization. Founded in 1907. 16,000 Members.
Mike Roy, Manager, International Programs
One Gateway Center, Third Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Telephone: (412) 232-3444
Facsimile: (412) 232-3450
E-mail: mroy@awma.org
Website: www.awma.org
Mission of Organization
The mission of the Air & Waste Management Association is to assist in the professional development and critical environmental decision making of its members to benefit society. The vision is to be the premier international environmental organization promoting global environmental responsibility.
Export Promotion Activities
Export promotion activities are intended to enhance environmental knowledge and provide quality information on which to base environmental decisions for members and other environmental professionals. The International Technology Cooperation Group exists to promote this activity.
Events
The Air & Waste Management Association holds the following events:
Specialty Conferences - Comprehensive, informative and timely technical programs presented by experts from around the world. Instrumentation and relevant services complement the Conference.
Workshops - Two-day workshops on a regulatory compliance, between 15 and 20, are offered throughout the United States with Sections and Chapters serving as local hosts. Several world wide workshops have recently been offered.
Satellite Seminars - An effective medium to simultaneously exchange information among individuals located in varied geographic areas, offered via toll-free telephone lines.
Annual Meeting and Exhibition - The largest environmental management meeting held in North America for thousands of Association members and other professionals from around the globe.
Continuing Education Courses - Multimedia short courses, between 50 and 100, are offered prior to conferences, workshops and the Annual meeting.
Certification - The QEP (Qualified Environmental Professional) is a multimedia, multi-disciplinary, board-certified credential.
Publications
The association publishes the following publications:
Journal of the Air & Waste Management Association contains peer-reviewed technical papers and technical discussions;
EM news magazine contains general environmental management interest articles;
A&WMA News, a newsletter; and
Environmental Resource Guide (ERG) Series, manuals for air quality and nonpoint source pollution prevention teachers' that assist elementary and secondary school teachers in educating students about environmental issues. (Coming are waste and energy manuals).
Environmental Focus
Promotes global environmental responsibility by providing opportunities for technological exchange, professional development, public education and networking.
Availability of Services
Services are available to all members. Membership is available to environmentalists from agencies, industry, business and the academic and research communities internationally.
Success Measures
No information provided.
Greater Philadelphia First
Joint Membership Program, Private, Non-Profit Regional Economic Development Association. Founded in 1983.
Samuel Alatorre, International Business Development
1818 Market street, Suite 3510
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Telephone: (215) 575-2200
Facsimile: (215) 575-2222
Website: www.libertynet.org/-gpf
Mission of Organization
Greater Philadelphia First (GPF) is a private, non-profit association of business chief executives dedicated to advancing the economic development and quality of life in the Greater Philadelphia region. Established in 1983, GPF and its affiliated organizations are supported by 35 of the region's larger corporations. GPF works to improve the business climate, generate employment by attracting new investment, and market the region nationally and internationally.
GPF is a member of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Export Consortium (SEPEC) and coordinates its services with 11 other service providers.
Export Promotion Activities
Within GPF’s economic development program, the Regional Export Assistance Program (REAP) assists the international growth of its member companies.
Availability of Services
The majority of the REAP companies are in the medical and environmental industries. The benefits of the REAPare available to any interested, qualified exporter in the eleven county region which includes southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and northern Delaware.
