The Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at SIUE, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Commerce, is pleased to present the breakfast program:
Business Opportunities in Colombia: The U.S.--Colombia Free Trade Agreement
featuring keynote speakers
Jorge Toro, President
Los Andes Ventures, LLC
Margaret Gottlieb, International Trade Specialist
U.S. Commercial Service
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
8:30am - 11:30am
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Morris University Center (MUC)
International Room (second level)
Colombia is the largest Latin American market population outside of Brazil and Mexico. Unlike Brazil, Colombia welcomes imports without protectionist barriers, offering a far easier business environment. The World Bank Doing Business 2012 report ranks Colombia third over the fourteenth-place Brazil in comparison for best country in Latin America. The Latin Business Index ranks Colombia as the sixth-best, placing over Brazil (eleventh-place).
- Get an overview of the commercial and economic environment in Colombia and Latin America
- Gain knowledge about the U.S.--Colombia Free Trade Agreement
- Hear about key market trends, most recent developments, and hot sectors for exports
- Learn about the growing economies in the region and why companies are eager to do business with U.S. firms
- Ask about potential business connections for Illinois companies
- Learn how to get funding for your business efforts in Latin America through our NEW Gateway to Latin America grant
- Meet one-on-one with the speakers after the presentation
Thank you to those who attended this program. Please join us for other upcoming events.
