Organized by the National Association of Women Business Owners, with speakers from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and the U.S. Commercial Service—Chicago, this seminar will address the opportunities and challenges facing service businesses as a result of the expanding global economy. Panelists from both the public and private sector will give valuable insight into the effects of globalization on the American service business, including finding international clients and vendors, overcoming challenges posed by overseas competitors, and creating and maintaining effective relationships with different cultures. This event will be held at 70 W. Madison, 3 Chase Tower, 2nd Floor, Bell Boyd & Lloyd Conference Room, 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Contact http://www.midwestUSAChina.com