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.

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
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- 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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