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The California Pavilion:
A State Ready for Business

AGENDA

California Pavilion Home

Wednesday, October 11

Time

Session

  • 10 a.m. (PDT)
  • Press Conference
  • 11 a.m. (PDT)
  • WKBC Convention Ceremony (Exhibition)
  • 12 p.m. (PDT)
  • MOU Signing
  • Hosted by OCIE SBDC Network
  • MOU signing between the SBDC and Korea Federation of SMEs (KBIZ) Seoul Business Agency (SBA) and Korea Venture Business Association (KOVA)
  • 12:30 p.m. (PDT)
  • EXIM Services for U.S. Exporters –
    Make Your Product More Attractive to Your Buyers
  • Export-Import Bank of the United States
  • Through this session, you will learn about account receivable insurance, how to offer more aggressive trade terms to your credit worthy buyers while reducing or eliminating your risk, and how to improve your balance sheet and increase your capacity to borrow to fulfill larger orders
  • 1 p.m. (PDT)
  • California – The Innovation Economy
  • California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

  • The presentation will include the introduction of GO-Biz international service, our advantage for international businesses to land in the state and how we could support their business expansion efforts across various industries
  • 1:30 p.m. (PDT)
  • Investing in the United States: Resources for Success
  • U.S. Commercial Service, Orange County Export Assistance Center

  • Introduction to resources and services available to international firms investing in the United States, including "Select USA," and access to local economic development resources and networks.
  • 2 p.m. (PDT)
  • Investment Opportunities in Riverside County, California
  • Riverside County Office of Economic Development

  • Riverside County is the fourth largest county in California with the 10th largest population in the U.S. There are approximately 2.4 million residents, with a workforce greater than 1 million. Due to its location between LA, Orange, and Imperial Counties, businesses have easy and direct access to a market of over 22 million people. Riverside County has become known as the main logistics hub in Southern California due to its excellent transportation and trade network. Join us for this informative workshop that will introduce you to Riverside County and growth concepts for international trade, including exports, e-commerce, finance, and federal programs.
  • 2:30 p.m. (PDT)
  • Doing Business in Southern California with World Trade Center San Diego
  • World Trade Center

  • As the international affiliate of the San Diego Regional EDC, World Trade Center San Diego (WTCSD) focuses on international economic development for the San Diego and Imperial Valley region. WTCSD assists international companies as they enter the Southern California market, promote regional export growth, and facilitate international trade missions to new, high growth markets.
  • 3 p.m. (PDT)
  • Pavilion Partners Meet and Greet
  • Hosted by OCIE SBDC Network

  • Join us for a meet and greet with the California Pavilion Partners – an excellent opportunity to network and cultivate new business relationships while exploring global expansion prospects for your company​.
  • 4 p.m. (PDT)
  • WKBC Opening Ceremony (Arena)

Thursday, October 12

Time

Session

  • 10 a.m. (PDT)
  • MOU Signing
  • Hosted by OCIE SBDC Network

  • MOU signing between SBDC and Gyeongsangbuk-do Province, Busan Economic Promotion Agency (BEPA), and Changwon Chamber of Commerce.
  • 10:30 a.m. (PDT)
  • California – The Innovation Economy
  • California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

  • The presentation will include the introduction of GO-Biz international service, our advantage for International businesses to land in the state and how we could support their business expansion efforts across various industries.
  • 11 a.m. (PDT)
  • For Small Businesses: Grow Your Sales Through International Trade
  • U.S. Small Business Administration
  • Join experts from the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of International Trade to hear how you can:
    - access export resources
    - find international buyers
    - obtain financing
    - protect your foreign receivables
  • 11:30 a.m. (PDT)
  • Programs and Services for California Manufacturers
  • California Manufacturing Technology Consulting
  • Learn about CMTC, the MEP Center for California, which provides technical assistance, workforce development, and consulting services to small and medium-sized manufacturers throughout the State. CMTC has a variety of services including no-cost and low-cost programs to help manufacturers sustain and grow their business.
  • 1 p.m. (PDT)
  • California Pavilion Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
  • Hosted by OCIE SBDC Network
  • Join us for a momentous occasion that celebrates the spirit of innovation, entrepreneurship, and the boundless opportunities within the Golden State. It is with great pride and excitement that we present the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the California Pavilion!
  • 1:30 p.m. (PDT)
  • CalOSBA and GoBiz Meet and Greet
  • Hosted by OCIE SBDC Network

  • Join us for a special meet and greet with the California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) and the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GoBiz) teams. This unique event provides an opportunity to engage directly with CalOSBA Director Tara Lynn Gray and her team, as well as experts from GoBiz.
  • 3 p.m. (PDT)
  • SBDCIntel Program
  • OCIE SBDC Network and Cal State Fullerton

  • OCIE SBDC has started a program to serve business owners by providing market research reports free of cost. These market research reports are based on various databases and include industry analysis, trend, financials, competitor analysis, e-commerce feasibility, export and import, and more. Clients who want to start a business or expand their existing business find these reports of great value to their business decision making.
  • 3:30 p.m. (PDT)
  • Investment Opportunities in Riverside County, California
  • Riverside County Office of Economic Development

  • Riverside County is the fourth largest county in California with the 10th largest population in the U.S. There are approximately 2.4 million residents, with a workforce greater than 1 million. Due to its location between Los Angeles, Orange, and Imperial Counties, businesses have easy and direct access to a market of more than 22 million people. Riverside County has become known as the main logistics hub in Southern California due to its excellent transportation and trade network. Join us for this informative workshop that will introduce you to Riverside County and growth concepts for international trade, including exports, e-commerce, finance, and federal programs.
  • 4 p.m. (PDT)
  • Anaheim Canyon Center of Manufacturing, Innovation, and Technology
  • City of Anaheim, Economic Development Department

  • The Anaheim Canyon has long served as a key local and regional commerce and employment center, supplying nearly a third of all jobs within Anaheim and drawing employees from throughout the region. The Canyon is poised for a new era of growth and advancement. Come learn how you can be part of the Anaheim Canyon’s future. Learn from the city’s Economic Development Department on how you can locate your business in the area and have access to available incentives.
  • 4:30 p.m. (PDT)
  • Doing Business in South Korean: Resources Available for U.S. Exporters
  • U.S. Commercial Service, Orange County Export Assistance Center

  • Introduction to the resources and services available to U.S. companies that would like to do business in South Korean and the world: assess markets, develop strategies, find partners, conduct due diligence, and more!
  • 5 p.m. (PDT)
  • Trademarks and USPTO Resources
  • United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

  • The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will briefly describe trademarks and their benefits and the USPTO resources available to innovators and entrepreneurs.
  • 5:30 p.m. (PDT)
  • Buyer Finance — Capital Goods and Project Finance
  • Export-Import Bank of the United States

  • Through this session, you will learn how to provide a financing package to your buyer to enhance your negotiating position, for infrastructure and depreciable assets.

Friday, October 13

Time

Session

  • 10 a.m. (PDT)
  • Investing in the United States: Resources for Success
  • U.S. Commercial Service, Orange County Export Assistance Center

  • Introduction to resources and services available to international firms investing in the United States, including "Select USA," and access to local economic development resources and networks.
  • 10:30 a.m. (PDT)
  • California – The Innovation Economy
  • California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

  • The presentation will include the introduction of GO-Biz international service, our advantage for International businesses to land in the state and how we could support their business expansion efforts across various industries.
  • 11 a.m. (PDT)
  • Intellectual Property (IP) and USPTO Resources
  • United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
  • The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will briefly provide an overview about the four major types of intellectual property (patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets) and the USPTO resources available to innovators and entrepreneurs.
  • 12 p.m. (PDT)
  • Mayors Meet and Greet
  • Hosted by OCIE SBDC Network
  • Join us for the meet and greet with the mayors for a unique opportunity to learn directly from them why their cities are thriving hubs for international expansion and growth. Gain insights into the local policies, resources, and networking opportunities that make these cities attractive for international business. This interaction can also lead to valuable relationships and access to resources that enhance your company's global reach.
  • 1:30 p.m. (PDT)
  • Fast Track Your International Expansion with the OCIE SBDC Global Trade Center
  • OCIE SBDC Global Trade Center
  • Join the OCIE SBDC Global Trade Center to learn how you can expedite your journey to expand your business globally including market research, assessment, financial review, access to capital and more.
  • 2 p.m. (PDT)
  • Venture Victory in SoCal: A Foreign Business Success Story
  • LaunchPad SBDC

  • A power-packed journey through the art of securing venture funding and successfully growing a foreign business in Southern California. Featuring an aesthetic innovation tech client based outside the U.S. that LaunchPad SBDC assisted in planting a flag and opening up operations in Southern California, attendees will hear directly the real-life challenges entering the local market, how the client partnered with Launchpad SBDC for success, and the lessons that shaped their business today.
  • 2:30 p.m. (PDT)
  • Supporting Business Growth in Northern California, Korea, and Beyond — World Trade Center Northern California
  • World Trade Center

  • The World Trade Center Northern California, a strategic partner of the NorCal SBDC, helps businesses in Northern California thrive through international trade. We provide education, resources, and connections for importers, exporters, and overseas companies looking to develop business in California.
  • 3 p.m. (PDT)
  • Programs and Services for California Manufacturers
  • California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC)

  • Learn about CMTC, the MEP Center for California, which provides technical assistance, workforce development, and consulting services to small and medium-sized manufacturers throughout the State. CMTC has a variety of services including no-cost and low-cost programs to help manufacturers sustain and grow their business.
  • 3:30 p.m. (PDT)
  • Anaheim Canyon Center of Manufacturing, Innovation, and Technology
  • City of Anaheim, Economic Development Department

  • The Anaheim Canyon has long served as a key local and regional commerce and employment center, supplying nearly a third of all jobs within Anaheim and drawing employees from throughout the region. The Canyon is poised for a new era of growth and advancement. Come learn how you can be part of the Anaheim Canyon’s future. Learn from the city’s Economic Development Department on how you can locate your business in the area and have access to available incentives.
  • 4 p.m. (PDT)
  • Programs and Services for California Manufacturers
  • California Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC)

  • Join experts from the U.S Small Business Administration’s Office of International Trade to hear how you can:
    • access export resources
    • find international buyers
    • obtain financing
    • protect your foreign receivables

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