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TRADE MISSION TO CANADA

Join Mayor Tishaura O. Jones, County Executive Dr. Sam Page and World Trade Center St. Louis for the inaugural flight and trade mission from St. Louis to Montreal on Air Canada. Canada is the St. Louis region’s largest trade and investment partner. We hope you will consider joining us for this unique opportunity to highlight […]

COMPLYING WITH U.S. EXPORT CONTROLS

Complying with U.S. Export Controls Presented by U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) Co-sponsored by the Missouri District Export Council This two-day program is led by BIS’s professional counseling staff and provides an in-depth examination of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The program will cover the information exporters need to know […]

DOING BUSINESS IN QUÉBEC, CANADA

Presented by Délégation du Québec à Chicago/Québec Government Office in Chicago & Invest Québec/Investissement Québec The Québec Government Office in Chicago represents the Québec government in 12 states across the Midwest. The organization promotes a wide range of commercial, economic, government, educational and cultural matters of interest to Québec and this region of the United […]

DEMYSTIFYING EXPORTS: AN INTRO TO INTERNATIONAL TRADE

What do businesses really need to know to sell internationally? In this program, you will learn the elements of export-readiness, have the opportunity to assess your company’s readiness to export, identify knowledge gaps and learn about an online export business planning tool and resources to build a robust export strategy for your business. You will […]

ENGAGE IN TRADE: 2024 GLOBAL RISK OUTLOOK

As 2024 dawns, we survey the challenges and benefits of international trade. From political risks in the Middle East, to drought in the Panama Canal, to the increase of cargo thefts in the USA, global supply chains are becoming increasingly complex and volatile. Understanding how to deal with such risks is essential in today’s regional […]

THE PRESIDENT’S “E” AND “E” STAR AWARDS

The President’s “E” Award was created by Executive Order of the President to afford suitable recognition to persons, firms, or organizations that contribute significantly in the effort to increase United States exports. The President’s “E Star” Award, which was authorized by the Secretary of Commerce, affords continuing recognition of noteworthy export promotion efforts. Winners of […]

DOING BUSINESS WITH ITALY

Presented by the U.S. Commercial Service and the Missouri District Export Council Gain first-hand knowledge of the business landscape and opportunities for U.S. companies in southern Italy. Speaker Tracy Roberts-Pounds – U.S. Consulate General Naples, Italy  A St. Louis native and graduate of Washington University, Ms. Roberts-Pounds is a career member of the Senior Foreign […]

MODEC OPEN HOUSE – INTERNATIONAL TRADE NETWORKING EVENT

MODEC Open House – International Trade Networking Event Hosted by Missouri District Export Council Calling all international trade professionals, service providers, educators and the export curious. Come network with those involved in international trade, exporting and foreign direct investment. Date Thursday, December 14 Time 4:30 – 7:00 p.m. CST Location Wasabi Sushi Bar 7726 Forsyth […]