Seminar to Help Teach Local Businesses How to Succeed in Canadian Market
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Nov 03, 2008 08:31 AM
WHAT: Are you a local business owner engaged in business practices with our “friends to the north?” If so, Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC), together with the North Carolina District Export Council and the Carolinas US Export Assistance Centers, is pleased to host “Doing Business in Canada: America’s Largest Trading Partner,” a seminar to help you learn more about the importance of international trade to your business growth.
Canada is North Carolina’s largest trading partner, so it’s important to understand the Canadian market and its impact on the local economy. During the event, experienced practitioners will discuss their success stories as they relate to market entry initiatives, legal strategies and available resources.
WHO: Presenters will be from:
- Canadian Consulate in Raleigh
- A Carolinas Engineering services firm
- Canadian Legal firm
- U.S. Investment bank with extensive experience with Canadian mergers and acquisitions
- A Carolinas Manufacturer
- US Commercial Service – Charlotte US Export Assistance Center
WHEN: Thursday, November 13; 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: CPCC Harris Conference Center, 3216 CPCC Harris Campus Dr., Charlotte, N.C.
CONTACT: Event costs $75 for first attendee, $60 for each additional attendee from the same company. For more information, please call 704.330.4629 or visit cce.cpcc.edu/Canada.
Central Piedmont Community College is the largest community college in North Carolina, offering 100 degree and certification programs, customized corporate training, market-focused continuing education, and special interest classes. CPCC is academically, financially and geographically accessible to all citizens of Mecklenburg County. In 2002, the National Alliance of Business named CPCC the Community College of the Year for its response to the workforce and technology needs of local employers and job seekers through innovative educational and training strategies.
Central Piedmont Community College is the largest community college in North Carolina, offering 100 degree and certification programs, customized corporate training, market-focused continuing education, and special interest classes. CPCC is academically, financially and geographically accessible to all citizens of Mecklenburg County. In 2002, the National Alliance of Business named CPCC the Community College of the Year for its response to the workforce and technology needs of local employers and job seekers through innovative educational and training strategies.
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This release prepared by Mallory Benz, 704.330.6613. An archive of CPCC news releases is at http://www.cpcc.edu/college-news.
