Establishing a Business Operation in China

Many US small and midsized companies wish to do business in China but lack resources and knowledge to do so. Artisan Business Group can help ensure, that your company is perfectly prepared for every future challenge like new regulations and to support your business objectives of lower cost and maximize your profit. Doing business in China is complex enough. Isn't it better to have someone with experience to lead your business goal in China? This allows you to concentrate on your business core competencies. Please contact us today at http://www.midwestUSAChina.com

Milwaukee to Host Chinese Trade Mission

The World Trade Center Wisconsin invites Milwaukee-area businesses to a networking reception with executives from 14 Chinese companies involved in the automotive industry. The reception will be held on Friday, Sept. 26, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Milwaukee 7 Resource Room at We Energies, 231 W. Michigan Ave. There is no fee to attend the reception, but advance registration is required.

The companies represented in the delegation are assessing opportunities for new business partnerships in the Midwest, said Christian Bartley, chief executive officer of World Trade Center Wisconsin. The executives are interested in meeting companies from many sectors, including service providers such as banks, law firms, accountants and logistics. "The world recognizes the array of business opportunities that exist in the Milwaukee region and Wisconsin as a whole," Bartley said.

For more information about the Chinese trade mission or to register for the networking session, call http://www.midwestUSAChina.com

Attracting Global Investors to EB5 Projects in the U.S.

Are you looking for an EB-5 marketing expert to assist your organization in promoting your very own EB-5 Regional Center or EB-5 investment project to international investors? Mr. Brian Su has advised a number of EB-5 executives and law firms on how to effectively identify reliable partners and successfully market EB-5 projects in China, South Korean, India and other Asian countries. Please contact Mr. Su today for details!

Mr. Su is an invited speaker at a national EB-5 conference in Orlando, Florida on October 24-25, 2008.

• "Becoming a Federally-designated EB-5 Regional Center in the U.S."
  The PowerPoint presentation is programmed for public and private entities that are seeking new and unique solutions to help local business growth and economic development through establishing an EB-5 Regional Center designation with the USCIS. EB-5 program has brought in billions of dollars in direct foreign investment and created tens of thousands of jobs in the U.S. Learn the requirements and application process and find out how your area can benefit from foreign investment. The Questions & Answers session allows you to ask 10 questions via email.

• "Attracting Asian Investors to U.S. EB-5 Projects"
  The PowerPoint presentation is programmed for federally approved regional centers (EB-5 investment projects) and law firms that handle immigration cases.
  Topics: Overview of Asian Outbound Immigration Investments; Major EB-5 Projects Available in Asian Market; the Characteristics of Asian Investors; Asian Investors' Decision Making Process; Developing Effective Marketing Strategies; Partnering with Asian Marketers; Cultural and Legal Issues, Q & A., etc.

Order Your Presentations at http://www.midwestUSAChina.com/eb5.htm

October 8-9, 2008: AES Compliance Seminar and Workshop

Be the first to attend the AES Compliance Seminar in Chicago since the release of the New Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR). CCBFA is sponsoring an Automated Export System (AES) Compliance Seminar and Workshop in Chicago, IL October 8 – 9, 2008. The U.S. Census Bureau and port officers from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will participate as presenters. The Census Bureau experts will teach you about export regulations, explain your responsibilities under the laws, thoroughly cover the filing of required export information through the Automated Export System (AES), and make sure you understand the Schedule B classification requirements. The CBP experts will thoroughly cover port requirements and efforts against terrorism and international narcotics trafficking. Participants will receive a certificate for attending the seminar. Contact http://www.midwestUSAChina.com

September 25, 2008: Taking Your Service Business Global - Chicago

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

Building Green in China

CHINA BUSINESS NETWORK PRESENTS

Building Green in China –
A case study of LEED Platinum Design

With Raymond Cheng

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

LRS Architects Inc., with offices in Portland and Shanghai, China, is currently working on one of the largest sustainable projects being developed in China. The project, located inside Shanghai Zhangjiang Hi-tech Park, will consist of more than 2.2 million square feet of development across multiple buildings sharing common sustainable systems. The LRS design team includes additional Portland team member Interface Engineering, who will work closely with LRS to develop advanced sustainable systems for the project. Targeted to become one of the first LEED Platinum certified projects in China and the largest in the world when completed, the development will make use of advanced engineering strategies and integrated sustainable site design to achieve the highest rating from the US Green Building Council. To date, only a handful of projects in China have received any LEED certification. LRS’s efforts support the Chinese government’s focus on environmental concerns and reflect the project owner’s desire to be a pioneer in China’s burgeoning green movement. Raymond will share his expertise in building Portland-China teams, with a focus on exporting our region’s sustainable expertise.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Raymond Cheng, AIA, NCARB
Senior Project Manager
LRS Architects, Inc.

Raymond was instrumental in the strategy and realization of LRS Architect’s office in China and resulting project work. With over 20 years of experience, Raymond is a senior project manager providing the full spectrum of design services for major commercial, high-tech, industrial and telecommunications clients. Raymond is a graduate of the University of Oregon’s Architecture program, a licensed architect in Oregon and Washington and a member of the AIA. As a member of the Portland-Suzhou Sister City Association Board of Directors, Raymond recently traveled to Suzhou and Shanghai, China with a delegation from Mayor Potter’s office.

WHEN	Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008, 12:00-1:30 PM
WHERE	Wong Kee Restaurant 28 NW 4th Avenue, Chinatown
COST	Lunch & Talk: $20 members; $30 general; $15 for students with ID. Please add $5 handling charge to above for registration after 5pm Sept. 30th.
REGISTER	Register On-line (click here), or Call 503-973-5451
PAY	Pay On-line via Credit Card or Paypal (click here)
PARKING	SmartPark on NW Davis, between NW Naito Parkway and NW 1st Ave.

Miami Convention Center Hosts The 11th Americas Food & Beverage Show

The 11th Americas Food & Beverage Show (Sept 24-26, 2008) is jammed packed with over 5,000 products from around the world, new product pavilions and learning opportunities that will allow you to enhance your business by staying on top of the latest industry trends.

More than 4,500 national and international retailers, distributors, importers, food service professionals and exhibitors will be visiting the largest Americas focused food and beverage trade event in Miami, to see aisles of new and tasty foods and beverages from more than 22 countries around the world, such as Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Italy, Morocco, Malaysia, Peru, Poland, Portugal, S. Africa and S. Korea.

Contact us at http://www.midwestUSAChina.com

2008 Ohio Statewide Minority International Conference

The Ohio Department of Development, Minority Business Enterprise Division (MBED), in cooperation with the Global Markets Division and Entrepreneurship and Small Business Division, will host its first annual statewide Minority Business International Trade Conference.

This year’s conference theme is
“Global Readiness…Preparing Minority Owned Businesses for the Global Market”

The conference is scheduled for: October 2, 2008 Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation William Green Building 30 West Spring Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 Fee: $35.00 per person

Keynote Speaker Earl G. Graves, Jr. is President and Chief Operating Officer for Earl G. Graves Publishing Company, publisher of BLACK ENTERPRISE Magazine. In this capacity, he is responsible for the strategic positioning of the corporation and its overall profitability. Earl joined BLACK ENTEPRISE Magazine in 1988, after earning his M.B.A. from Harvard University. His first position at the company was as Vice-President of Advertising and Marketing. In 1991, he was promoted to Senior Vice President of Advertising and Marketing; and in 1995, he was named the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Earl G. Graves, Jr. was appointed to his current position in 1998. Under his guidance, the magazine has grown rapidly including more than 10 consecutive years of advertising page revenue growth; establishing the strong niche marketing position of BLACK ENTERPRISE among national business publications; and award winning marketing programs. Earl G. Graves, Jr. Purpose of Conference The conference will give Ohio’s minority and small businesses opportunities to learn what is required to do business globally while educating them about export opportunities with Africa, Canada, China, Mexico, and Brazil. Who Should Attend The MBED invites small and minority owned businesses that have an interest in exporting. Whether your company is currently exporting today or considering exporting this conference will provide the additional resources to help your business expand into this lucrative marketplace. Participants will learn the following: What steps are involved with exporting? How to obtain export financing? What rules and regulations must a company comply with in order to export? How to find “trade leads”? Best Practices from other small and minority owned businesses. Learn the process for selling internationally. Network with Ohio’s foreign Managing Directors and other businesses. Contact http://www.midwestUSAChina.com for details.