(AGENPARL) – mer 13 aprile 2022 For 10 Years in A Row, the United States has been Ranked as the #1 Destination for Foreign Direct Investment []
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April 13, 2022
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In This Issue
– [2 DAYS LEFT TO SUBMIT the State FDI Database Questionnaire: This is your unique opportunity to share your state’s FDI promotion strategies and resources with SelectUSA!](#link_1)
– [The U.S. Ranks As The #1 Destination For Foreign Direct Investment For 10 Consecutive Years!](#link_2)
– [23 DAYS LEFT to Apply to be a Select Global Women in Tech MENTOR! Deadline: May 6, 2022.](#link_3)
– [[CALL FOR PITCHING SESSION JUDGES!](#link_7)](#link_4)
– [NEW REPORT—Understanding the U.S. Renewable Energy Market: A Guide for International Investors](#link_4)
– [2022 SelectUSA Investment Summit Spinoff Events: Spotlight on Great Falls, Montana!](#link_5)[Apply to be a Select Global Women in Tech MENTOR Today!](#link_2)
– [ROAD TO THE 2022 Investment Summit Featuring: Georgia Department of Economic Development!](#link_6)
– [CALL FOR PITCHING SESSION JUDGES!](#link_7)[The 2022 Investment Summit is Less than 3 Months Away! EARLY BIRD RATE ENDS ON MAY 6!](#link_8)
EDO Corner
– April “KNOW BEFORE YOU GO” Call on April 20 at 2:00 p.m.
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[ATTN EDOs! ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT to Complete the FDI Database Questionnaire!]
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Deadline to submit your responses:
April 15, 2022
This opportunity is open to all state-level EDOs regardless of their Investment Summit plans.
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[For the 10TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR, the U.S. has been ranked as the #1 DESTINATION for Foreign Direct Investment!]
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U.S. REMAINS TOP DESTINATION FOR FOREIGN BUSINESS INVESTMENT FOR 10TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
The annual survey of global senior executives and investors found that the Unites States retained its position for a decade due to the innovation of the U.S. economy as the key indicator to driving growth through FDI long term.
“This ranking is cause for celebration and it reflects what so many in the global business community already know: the United States is unmatched not only in its economic power, but also in its appeal for businesses development through a strong culture of innovation and employment of a world-class productive workforce,” said Secretary Gina M. Raimondo. “The Department of Commerce is committed to creating the conditions for economic growth and opportunity for all Americans, including through foreign direct investment which creates jobs and contributes to economic development across the United States.”
The United States rank in the FDI Confidence Index is supported by the work of the Department’s SelectUSA program that focuses on facilitating job-creating business investment into the United States and raises awareness of the critical role that economic development plays in the U.S. economy. Since its inception, SelectUSA has facilitated more than $105 billion in investment, creating and/or retaining over 138,000 U.S. jobs.
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[Join a Supportive Community of Passionate, Devoted Mentors and Ambitious Women Entrepreneurs]
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Select Global Women in Tech Mentorship Network
23 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY!
Calling all mentors! We are so thrilled to host the second annual Select Global Women in Tech (SGWIT) Mentorship Network as part of the 2022 SelectUSA Investment Summit this June. Mentoring applications are open until Friday, May 6, 11:59 pm EDT.
The SelectUSA team is proud to bring together resources from across the United States to support international female entrepreneurs on their U.S. investment journey. We will introduce international female tech entrepreneurs to the U.S. market with the support of SelectUSA’s traditional data, counseling services, and new training opportunities.
If you have a passion for helping people, the SGWIT Mentorship Network is for you. SGWIT is designed to support mentorship and learning. Mentors may be a sounding board and offer suggestions to help mentees overcome their challenges in scaling, promoting, fundraising, and generally establishing their business in the United States. Advantages to being a SGWIT Mentor include:
– Making a meaningful impact on women looking to bring their business to the United States.
– Joining a supportive community of passionate, devoted mentors and ambitious female entrepreneurs working to expand their business into the United States.
– Strengthening your organization’s reach in key markets or extending reach to new global markets by connecting with the Foreign Commercial Service and contributing to worldwide in-market events.
– Raising your organization’s profile among a global network of tech startups, economic development organizations, public sector officials, and others in the tech and startup ecosystem.
– Accessing numerous networking opportunities to make connections with:
– Tech Partners, such as VC firms, accelerators, incubators, and more
– Ambitious and fast-growing startups
– U.S. economic development organizations
– Other potential partners
– Plugging into SelectUSA’s diverse programming and receiving consideration for speaking opportunities with SelectUSA, such as at the flagship annual SelectUSA Investment Summit.
– Receiving opportunities to present a workshop or an educational webinar that highlights your organization’s services or strengths for an audience of tech startup founders.
SGWIT Mentors make contacts, ignite ideas, and support mentees to achieve their goals.
If you or someone you know is interested in serving as a mentor, check out the information below!
Mentors: SGWIT mentors are U.S.-based successful entrepreneurs, corporate executives, venture capitalists, angel investors, and attorneys interested in supporting international female founders in their efforts to achieve their U.S. expansion goals. Mentors may be a sounding board and offer suggestions to help mentees overcome their challenges in scaling, promoting, fundraising, and generally establishing their business in the United States. While U.S. government employees and economic development organization officials may not serve as mentors, they may support the network via educational content contributions or events.
Note: All mentors must be vetted by SelectUSA before being confirmed.
The SelectUSA team looks forward to welcoming both mentors and mentees to the second year of this network and supporting the growth of female-run businesses worldwide.
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[CALL FOR PITCHING SESSION JUDGES!]
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Deadline to submit is May 6, 2022.
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[New SelectUSA Report on the U.S. Renewable Energy Market]
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SelectUSA will have a corresponding panel during the 2022 Investment Summit titled U.S. Renewable Energy Market, which will help companies understand how the U.S. renewable energy market is organized and its projected growth over time thanks to decarbonization plans.
Other panels on renewable or clean energy during the Investment Summit include:
– U.S. Clean Energy Supply Chain
– Climate Change Technology
– Investment in Sustainability and Advancing Renewable Energy
– Prospects in Clean Energy Manufacturing, and more!
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[SelectUSA Spinoff Event Spotlight:]
Great Falls, Montana
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Deadline to Register: June 22, 2022
Location: Great Falls, Montana
Date: June 22, 2022
Hosted by the Great Falls Development Authority
Industries: Food and Beverage, Agribusiness and Manufacturing.
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2022 SelectUSA Investment Summit Spinoff Events
Connect your company to some of the most promising business opportunities in the United States. Make the most of your attendance at the SelectUSA 2022 Investment Summit. Participate in a Spinoff event to connect your company with state and local government officials, business leaders, and local experts to find your next investment location.
Business Investors – International or U.S. Headquarters, Trade, Industry, or Business Association, Foreign Government Officials, and SelectUSA Tech participants are eligible to apply to attend a Spinoff event before or after the 2022 SelectUSA Investment Summit. Locate the Spinoff event that is right for you!
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[ROAD to the SUMMIT Video Series Featuring: Georgia Department of Economic Development!]
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[The 2022 Investment Summit is Less Than 3 Months Away!]
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EARLY BIRD RATE ENDS ON MAY 6, 2022!
Join us in-person June 26-29, 2022 as we return to the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland!
– Explore interactive exhibitor showcases featuring EDOs, service providers, industry experts, and international tech startups.
– Network with 50+ states and territories, companies from 80+ markets, speakers, government officials and more; set up one-on-one or group meetings and make your investment deals happen.
– Learn from policy and industry experts in 100+ sessions providing you with actionable information on everything from developing a workforce to understanding incentives.
– Meet and form valuable partnerships with industry partners from across the United States.
Please note: The Department of Commerce will continue to evaluate and expand our health safety protocols as medical recommendations evolve, and will actively update our attendees leading up to the event. We want to ensure SelectUSA continues to promote FDI in the safest manner possible. Therefore, proof of COVID-19 vaccination or proof of negative test will be required to attend. We will follow state and local guidelines and recommendations by?the?CDC in regards to masks which are currently required in all spaces.
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APRIL “KNOW BEFORE YOU GO” CALL
April 20 at 2:00 P.M. EDT
Don’t miss our upcoming 2022 SelectUSA Investment Summit April conference call!
The upcoming “Know Before You Go” call will cover important updates for the Investment Summit and help you and your team to maximize your involvement. These informational calls help U.S. EDOs prepare for the event and include Q&A sessions.
SelectUSA is proud to report that many international companies have registered for the Investment Summit! Don’t miss this opportunity to network and interact with international companies looking to invest in your state!
The recommended audience for the call is: U.S. EDOs and Service Providers who plan to attend the 2022 SelectUSA Investment Summit.
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ATTN: First-Time EDO Exhibitors!
Did you know? First-Time EDO Exhibitors attending the 2022 Investment Summit can take advantage of the discounted exhibitor price. Don’t miss the opportunity to exhibit in person and showcase your location! EDOs in tribal, rural, and underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
First-time exhibitor booths will be outfitted with:
– Two exhibitor passes;
– One month of access to Networking app to support virtual and in-person networking meetings with foreign business investors; and
– A virtual booth!
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