Global Entrepreneurship Week features introduction to international trade, WTC Philadelphia11/21/2016
GEW Philadelphia Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) is the world’s largest celebration of innovators and job-creators who launch startups that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth and expand human welfare. YP Social Meetup brings the global event to the city of Philadelphia for the very first time November 14 - 20, 2016. GEW Philadelphia’s Theme is S.T.E.A.M., business enterprise focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics as well as hospitality, food-preneurs, and social entrepreneurship. Global Entrepreneurship Week
The global initiative kicked off in 2008, launched by the Kansas City-based Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation. Global Entrepreneurship Week / USA helps map the entrepreneurial ecosystem in cities and states throughout the nation and enjoys the participation and support of thought leaders and elected officials across the spectrum at the local, state and federal levels. During one week each in November GEW/USA inspires Americans from all walks of life through local, national and global activities designed to help them explore their potential as self-starters and innovators. These activities, from large-scale competitions and events to intimate networking gatherings, connect participants to potential collaborators, mentors and even investors---introducing them to new possibilities and exciting opportunities. Export-Import Bank of the United States sent this bulletin at 11/16/2016 2:20 PM EST
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From Cameroon to Villanova, an entrepreneur's journey to develop a healthful tea - Philly.com11/7/2016
In this inspiring story of a young woman's entry into the global market, World Trade Center of Greater Philadelphia COO Dino Ramos sheds light on some of the work ahead for this Cameroonian entrepreneur. From Cameroon to Villanova, an entrepreneur's journey to develop a healthful tea NEW YORK - International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (NYSE:IFF) (Euronext Paris:IFF), a leading innovator of sensory experiences that move the world, recently announced it has successfully completed the acquisition of David Michael & Company, Inc. Founded in 1896, David Michael is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. The Company is well-known in the industry for its vanilla expertise, strength in the Dairy and Beverage categories, and relationships with dynamic, faster-growing middle-market customers. With the completion of the acquisition, IFF will begin the process of merging David Michael and IFF-Ottens Flavors, acquired in 2015, to further reinforce its differentiated service model in the US for middle-market customers, thus driving growth and strengthening its North American flavors business. Meet IFF International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (NYSE:IFF) (Euronext Paris:IFF) is a leading innovator of sensorial experiences that move the world. At the heart of our company, we are fueled by a sense of discovery, constantly asking “what if?”. That passion for exploration drives us to co-create unique products that consumers taste, smell, or feel in fine fragrances and beauty, detergents and household goods, as well as beloved foods and beverages. Our 6,700 team members globally take advantage of leading consumer insights, research and development, creative expertise, and customer intimacy to develop differentiated offerings for consumer products. Source: Business Wire
Related Coverage: October 12, 2016 - International Flavors Completes Acquisition of David Michael via nasdaq.com
News from the U.S. Trade and Development Agency ARLINGTON, Va. - Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency announced the Agency is resuming its program in Argentina for the first time since 2005. Prior to 2005, USTDA's highly successful program in Argentina had supported priority projects primarily in the transportation, environmental and energy sectors. These programs contributed to significant U.S. industry engagement in the country while also helping to advance Argentina's infrastructure goals. "USTDA is very pleased to be re-engaging with Argentina," said Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean Nathan Younge. "We look forward to working with new partners in the public and private sectors across Argentina to achieve mutually-beneficial results." Following President Mauricio Macri's commitment to attract major investments in Argentina's infrastructure development, USTDA will prioritize the advancement of transportation, IT and clean energy projects to support the country's goals. USTDA announced the reopening of its program during a U.S. Chamber of Commerce event on "Argentina's New Economic Agenda," as a precursor to the U.S.-Argentina Commercial Dialogue in Washington, D.C. The Dialogue will provide an opportunity to highlight USTDA's project preparation programs and lay the groundwork for launching new partnerships across Argentina.
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