Webinars on Markets in the Americas
As part of the New Market Exporters Initiative and in support of the National Export Initiative (NEI), the U.S. Commercial Service Trade Information Center and Global Teams are presenting topical webinars, featuring ITA’s foremost experts alongside some top private sector talent.
To participate in a CS webinar, you will need the following: a computer with Internet connection and a telephone. You will also need compatible Microsoft Office Live Meeting 2007 software.
Featured Webinar Series
Mexico's Infrastructure Opportunities 2013-2018
This webinar series will be held on a monthly basis to explore promising sectors in Mexico, such as construction, engineering and transportation; energy and new environmental technologies; and information and telecommunication technologies.
- Mexico's Infrastructure Opportunities 2013-2018 - Thursday, June 27, 2013 – 2:00 p.m. EST
- The Demand for Information and Telecommunication Technologies in Mexico – Thursday, July 25, 2013 – 2:00 p.m. EST
- Future Transportation Investment Plans in Mexico -Thursday, August 22, 2013 – 2:00 p.m. EST
- Mexico: A Market for Water and Environmental Technologies – Climate Change & Legislation - Thursday, September 5, 2013 – 2:00 p.m. EST
- Mexico's 6 year Energy Plan: Opportunities in Oil & Gas, Electric Power and Renewables - Thursday, October 24, 2013 – 2:00 p.m. EST
- New Airport Projects In Mexico – Thursday, November 21, 2013 – 2:00 p.m. EST
Upcoming Webinars
- Mexico Auto Supply Chain Trade Mission Webinar – Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. ET
- Peru’s Economic Growth and Emerging Middle Class: Opportunities and Challenges for U.S. Businesses under the U.S.-Peru Free Trade Agreement – Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. ET
- Mexico's Infrastructure Opportunities 2013-2018 - Thursday, June 27, 2013 – 2:00 p.m. ET
View the complete list of upcoming webinars.
Past Webinars
Transcripts and/or Power Point presentations are available from some of our past webinars.
Taking Advantage of the New Trade Promotion Agreement with Panama – March 20, 2013
In this webinar you will understand the intricacies of doing business in the Panamanian market, taking advantage of the new opportunities available as a result of the lower tariffs. If you are interested in or are already exporting U.S.–made goods to Panama, the TPA is big news for you. Learn how to make the most of it. Taking Advantage of the New Trade Promotion Agreement with Panama
Colombia and Panama Free Trade Agreements
“Colombia and Panama FTA’s in Latin America: Realities and Opportunities” will explain the realities and benefits of the U.S. free trade agreements with Colombia and Panama. In this webinar you will understand intricacies of doing business in the market, and hear from Senior Commercial Officers at the US Embassies in these markets. You will also find out about commercial opportunities and how to finance them. Colombia and Panama Free Trade Agreements
Cashing in with Free Trade Agreements - November 3, 2010
This webinar features information on Free Trade Agreements that the United States has with 9 individual countries, as well as information on NAFTA (Mexico and Canada) and CAFTA (El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and the Dominican Republic). Cashing in with Free Trade Agreements.
NMEI Webinar Series – August 2010
This webinar series provides training for you, and value-added industry and market intelligence for your clients. The following webinars are presented by the CS Global Teams and NMEI! NMEI Webinar Series: Multilateral Development Banks; Haiti and Chile.
Energy Opportunities in Colombia – July 27, 2010
Learn about the energy market in Colombia and how to take advantage of opportunities. Also learn how the U.S. - Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement can help support U.S. small and medium size businesses in international exports and trade in the Energy Opportunities in Colombia Webinar.
Taking Advantage of NAFTA – March 30, 2010
Learn all about the free trade agreements included in NAFTA, how the U.S. Commercial Service can assist companies in finding opportunities, market research and sources of trade data, and the steps to take to qualify products for NAFTA benefits in this informative webinar: Taking Advantage of NAFTA.
Exporting to Central America – January 25, 2010
This webinar features Commercial Officers who cover best prospects in five Central American markets: Panama, Costa Rica, Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala. It will also provide an overview of CAFTA: Exporting to Central America.
Canada Webinar Series: NAFTA Documentation - June 1, 2009
Understand the NAFTA Documentation rules and procedures to help start or expand your sales to Mexico and Canada in the Canada Webinar Series: NAFTA Documentation Webinar.
Getting Your Products Through Mexican Customs – April 30, 2009
In this webinar you will learn how to save your company time and money when exporting to Mexico by learning how to avoid the most common customs mistakes and issues for U.S. exporters. Getting Your Products Through Mexican Customs
