Export.gov - World of Concrete Show Time Form

In partnership with Hanley Wood, the U.S. Department of Commerce – U.S. Commercial Service invites U.S. exhibitors to participate in our Show Time program at the 2013 World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas, NV. Show Time appointments will be available in the International Business Center and on the show floor on Wednesday February 6 and Thursday February 7. Show Time offers you a unique opportunity to meet one-on-one with U.S. Department of Commerce industry specialists from our overseas offices. You will be briefed on individual market opportunities and challenges related to the construction sector and market potential for your product & services. All meetings will last approximately 20 minutes. Specialists representing the following countries are tentatively scheduled to participate at the 2013 World of Concrete show:

Export Financing: Use export financing to best compete for export sales. Meet with an SBA specialist that will show you how your firm can benefit.

US Census Bureau: Exporting is a great way to increase your sales and competitiveness. Did you know that in 2011 US exports surpassed $2 trillion? The Census Bureau's Foreign Trade Division collects, compiles and disseminates the official US export and import statistics. These timely and detailed trade statistics are exactly what you need whether to start exporting or looking to expand your business. We can provide you with information to determine where there is an international market for your product and in which market you can be competitive. Furthermore, we'll provide guidance on using our classification search engine and best practices for reporting your information in the Automated Export System. Meet with a Senior Trade Advisor from the Census bureau to better understand how you can use their system to develop a strategy for exporting:

Show Time appointments can take place, either at your booth or at the International Business Center located in the Central Hall near registration in Las Vegas Convention Center. We will review your company information and provide a confirmation e-mail within 48 hours to the start of the show. Your confirmation will include details regarding the date, times and location of your Show Time meetings. Additional export counseling services will also be available from U.S. Commercial Service staff during the show. There is no fee to participate. All products and service must be at least 51% U.S. content. For questions regarding this program, please contact Matt Baker or Youqing Ma.

Matt Baker
520-670-5809
Matt.Baker@trade.gov

Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to be 10 minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. All responses to this collection of information are voluntary, and will be provided confidentially to the extent allowed by law. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no person is required to respond to, nor shall any person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with, a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a currently valid OMB control number. Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to the Reports Clearance Officer, International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce, Room 4001, 14th and Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20230.

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Company Profile
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*Type of business:
Manufacturer Distributor	Service Other
*Sales Method:
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*Please describe your product or service:

*Who are the buyers or end users for your product/service?

*Please select your industry:


Is your product/service at least 51% U.S. content? Yes No

Appointment Request / Country Selection

What dates/times are you NOT available during February 6-7.
Please select the international markets you would like to meet with our industry specialists. The average duration of each appointment is approximately 20 minutes.
Brazil Cambodia Canada Ghana Guatemala Jordan Kazakhstan Mexico Nigeria Panama Peru	Russia Saudi Arabia South Korea Thailand Turkmenistan Ukraine Uzbekistan U.S. Small Business Administration Export-Import Bank of the U.S. U.S. Census Bureau - Foreign Trade Division

Please provide a brief statement on your company's sales activity in each of the markets you selected above:

By market, please specify question/topic you need the Commercial Specialist(s) to be prepared to discuss:

The U.S. Commercial Service has offices at U.S. Embassies in 82 countries (although not all 82 countries will be represented at the trade show). Can we be of assistance with your exporting efforts to any other markets?

Your Local U.S. Department of Commerce Office
Are you currently working with one of our offices/U.S. Export Assistance Centers in the United States?*
Yes No
If yes, which office or Trade Specialist are you currently working with:

In the past 24 months, have you or your company utilized any market research reports or trade promotion programs, or received counseling from the U.S. Dept of Commerce or one of its U.S. Export Assistance Centers?*
Yes No
If yes, has the program of information provided assisted you in completing your export sales?
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If time allows, could you please explain?

2013 World of Concrete

Showtime Program February 6-7, 2013 Las Vegas, NV

Showtime Program
February 6-7, 2013
Las Vegas, NV