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NAHB has received a Market Development Cooperator Program grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce for the Access Mexico project, which is designed to increase export opportunities in Mexico. The project will utilize a range of activities — including conferences, seminars, trade delegations, educational programs and one-on-one meetings — to expand trade links and business opportunities for NAHB members.
For more information about Access Mexico or to sigh up for the One-on-One meetings or the Access Mexico reception, e-mail Matt Monjan or call him at 800-368-5242 x8419.
Education Programs
A highlight of the international education programs being held during the show is “Mexico’s Housing Market: It’s Investment and Business Opportunities. ”Speakers include: Sebastian Fernandez Cortina, director general of CONAFOVI, Mexico’s National Housing Commission; Miguel Gomez Mont, vice president of CANADEVI, Mexico’s National Association of Home Builders; Manuel Campos, vice president of Su Casita, Mexico’s largest secondary mortgage bank; and Gene Towle, president of Softec.
Panelists will provide an overview of the country’s housing industry and how it is evolving to meet growing demand and identify opportunities for trade and investment in Mexico.
The program will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 20, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in N245-247, which is on the second level of the Convention Center.
Adding to the full roster of international education programs taking place during the International Builders’ Show are:
- “Housing Around the World: Find Out About Other Major Markets.” Industry experts from China, Mexico, Turkey and New Zealand will provide up-to-date information on the existing housing needs and opportunities in their countries (Jan. 19; 8:30-10:00 a.m.; N109-110).
- “Reality vs. Fact: Building American Homes in China.” This seminar highlights the pros and cons of doing business in China and is a must for anyone looking for growth opportunities in this country. The keynote speaker has years of experience working successfully in the home building industry in China (Jan. 20; 9:00-10:00 a.m.; N245-247).
- “Thinking About Exporting? Here's What You Need to Know.” Anyone considering entry into foreign markets needs to attend this export assistance program. An expert from the U.S. Small Business Administration will introduce and help you navigate through the various assistance programs for conducting business abroad. (Jan. 21; 9:00-10:00 a.m.; N109-110).
- “Position Yourself for the Global Economy: Learn About Partnering.”One effective way to get established in the markets of other countries is through viable partnerships. This panel will provide U.S. and international attendees with key information about how to create and build viable business partnerships in the U.S. and abroad. An expert from the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) will address important topics such as: identifying prospective partners, country-specific legal and regulatory environments and cross-cultural aspects of doing business. (Jan. 22; 8:30-10:00 a.m; N101-103).
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