In this capacity, he leads the Department of Commerce’s efforts to help solve trade policy and market access issues facing U.S. firms seeking to grow their business operations in Europe and Eurasia. He is additionally responsible for developing and recommending policies and programs with respect to U.S. economic and commercial relations with 52 countries in Europe and Eurasia. Mr. Verde has modeled his Office into a one-stop shop for companies looking for export assistance.

8:15 – 8:30 Registration (limited seating)

8:30 – 9:10 Keynote-Juan Verde: President Obama’s
National Export Initiative: Trade and Investment Opportunities in Europe
for American Companies

9:10 – 9:30 Q&A

9:30 – 10:15 Networking

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