Global Trade Venture to South America

September 8 - 17, 2013
Bogota, Colombia – Santiago, Chile – Sao Paulo, Brazil

Join the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and other Wisconsin and regional business leaders in a Global Trade Venture to South America: Colombia – Chile - Brazil

Colombia, Chile, and Brazil are rapidly growing South American economies whose development needs align well with proven capabilities found among Wisconsin industry leaders. With $1.23 billion in exports from Wisconsin to these burgeoning markets in 2012, we’re building on a strong foundation with a Global Trade Venture that seeks to expand opportunities for Wisconsin companies in South America’s most attractive markets.

To help Wisconsin companies capitalize upon the economic promise of these exciting business destinations, we are coordinating efforts with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture,  Trade, and Consumer Protection, and the Council of Great Lakes Governors in this excursion.

Each of the countries included in this Global Trade Venture exhibit strong population growth and an expanding middle class. All three countries boast stable economies and dependable political climates. Their investments in infrastructure and preference for U.S.-made products make them ideal destinations for proven Wisconsin technology and expertise.

DOWNLOAD Further details relating to this unique export development venture. You can also learn more by visiting http://inwisconsin.com/southamerica/.

The Traffic Club of Chicago
106th Annual Dinner
Sponsorship Golf Outing
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Cog Hill Golf Club - Lemont, Illinois

All sponsoring companies will be recognized on sponsor signs at the golf outing, at the entrance to the general reception
on the night of the dinner, in the annual dinner program, on the club’s website and in the club’s monthly newsletter.

For additional information or questions regarding sponsorship please contact the club office at 630-529-1333 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Monday, May 6th, 2013

10:00 am - 11:30 am
Oak Creek Community Center
8580 South Howell Avenue, Oak Creek, WI 53154
Fee: Free

Please RSVP before May 1st, 2013 to:
Nick Grahovac at (414) 286-8133 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Port of Milwaukee is hosting a presentation on Monday, May 6th focusing on the Foreign Trade Zone and its impact on economic development. This presentation will be a comprehensive examination of the economic impacts of the Foreign Trade Zone program at the local, regional, and national levels. The presenters will provide two distinct perspectives on how Foreign Trade Zones have shaped and benefitted economic development.

Tuesday May 7, 2013
8:30 am to 6:30 pm

Italian Conference Center
631 E. Chicago Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202

Ample free parking in the parking lot at the Italian Conference Center and on the street.

$149 Individual (w lunch)
$99 Individual (w/o lunch)

$49 Individual luncheon only
$490 Table of 10 (lunch only)

$60 Student (w lunch)
$40 Student (w/o lunch)

Contact: Katie Henry @ 414.287.4123

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LINKe is proud to welcome our guest speaker, Bruce Glaub, to discuss the intricacies of international finance as your company delves into the world of exports. Bruce will discuss the available payment choices when selling internationally and factors that need to be considered when making that choice. He will highlight new financial tools and trends as well as the need for building flexibility into any plan. In addition to his presentation, learn from the real-world experiences of local companies which will focus on process flow, forms used, and the reason for different payment types.

Attendees can expect to walk away with information to use in day-to-day business activities including what changes are likely to affect them, how to determine what they need to do, where they can find more detailed information, and who is available to help.

Presented by: LINKe (Lakeshore International Networking Knowledge exchange)

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What:     International Finance
When:    Tuesday, March 26, 2013
4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Where:   Wells Fargo Conference Room

Lakeshore Technical College
1290 North Avenue
Cleveland, WI 53015

Registration Fee:
LINKe Corporate Members: FREE*
*Annual corporate membership fee is $75
LINKe Basic Members: $15
Non-Members: $20

RSVP Requested: please e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 920-693-1708