MD-DC DEC North Africa & The Middle East Webinar Series

Explorer Series: North Africa & The Middle East. 

  • Explore market opportunities in Morocco, Egypt, and the UAE.  
  • Hear strategies for doing business in these regions from successful Maryland Exporters and resources to connect you with foreign buyers. 
  • Find out how the MD Department of Commerce can assist with an Export MD Grant for your international marketing and travel.
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November 2 @ 10:00 AM ET: Explore Morocco

Morocco is a country of approximately 36 million people.  The U.S.-Morocco Free Trade Agreement implemented in 2006, eliminated tariffs on 95 % of currently traded consumer and industrial goods, improving commercial opportunities for U.S. exports.

  • Market Overview
    • Shakir Y Farsakh, Commercial Counselor, U.S. Consulate General, Casablanca
  • Prosper Africa
    • Bill Fanjoy, Managing Director for Domestic Commercial Engagement
  • Maryland Exporter Success Story
    • (TBC)
  • MD Dept. of Commerce Grant Assistance
    • Jessica Reynolds, Senior Director, MD Dept. Of Commerce Office of Int’l Trade & Investment

November 9 @ 10:00 AM ET: Explore Egypt

Egypt is the top export market for U.S. goods and services in Africa. With a population of over 101 million, there are solid opportunities for U.S. firms in the medium-to-long term.

  • Market Overview
    • Eli Corso-Phinney, Acting Deputy Senior Commercial Officer, U.S. Embassy – Cairo
  • Prosper Africa
    • Bill Fanjoy, Managing Director for Domestic Commercial Engagement
  • Maryland Exporter Success Story
    • Phil Grove, International Sales Manager, Ellicott Dredges/Chair, MD-DC District Export Council
  • MD Dept. of Commerce Grant Assistance
    • Jessica Reynolds, Senior Director, MD Dept. Of Commerce Office of Int’l Investment & Trade

November 16 @ 9:00 AM ET: Explore the United Arab Emirates

The UAE has a population of approximately 9.8 million.  The country’s dynamic economy, openness to international business, and strategic location as a gateway to the region, create business opportunities and make the UAE an attractive market for U.S. exporters.

  • DEC Introduction
    • Richard Rogers, Vice Chair, MD-DC District Export Council
  • Market Overview
    • Drew Pederson, Country Desk Officer – UAE/Kuwait/Oman, U.S. Dept. of Commerce
  • Maryland Exporter Success Story
    • Bill Marsheck, Director of Business Development, DAP Products
  • MD Dept. of Commerce Grant Assistance
    • Andrew Kreinik, Regional Manager, MD Dept. Of Commerce Office of Int’l Investment & Trade

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