San Diego CITD Update
February 2015
In This Edition
DSN for Global Trade & Logistics - San Diego & Imperial Launches New Website

The Deputy Sector Navigator (DSN) is part of the California Community Colleges Economic and Workforce Development Division's (EWD) regional strategy, called "Doing What Matters for Jobs and the Economy". DSN's in each region act as workforce system integrators, identifying gaps and connecting needs and resources in the regional Colleges globalization efforts. The DSN for Global Trade & Logistics is focused on aligning curriculum and training programs in International Business and Logistics, across the community colleges in the San Diego & Imperial Counties region, to meet industry needs and help students develop successful career paths in high-growth, high-wage industries.

 

The DSN for Global Trade & Logistics - San Diego and Imperial region, recently launched a new website which will serve as a clearinghouse of information and resources on career pathways and educational/training programs relevant to International Business and Logistics. The website features sections tailored to students, employers, faculty, and workers. Each section contains information and resources useful to those stakeholders. In addition, the website has a Knowledge Community Forum where Global Trade and Logistics stakeholders can interact and share articles, knowledge, and resources related to international trade.

 

Visit the DSN website at www.globaltradeandlogistics.org. 
 

California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office Highlights DSN Activities

The California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office recently set up a website to showcase regional collaboration success stories under its Doing What Matters for Jobs and the Economy (DWM) initiative. The website, called Practices with Promise, was developed as a tool for stakeholders to develop and share best practices in the implementation of the DWM initiative.

One of the success stories highlighted on the site is the the advisory/skills panel meeting convened by the DSN for Global Trade & Logistics - San Diego & Imperial. This meeting, attended by local community college faculty as well as representatives from the global trade industry, provided a forum for educators to better understand the sector's workforce needs and how to respond to them.

You can view additional success stories at the Practices with Promise website here.
Discover Global Markets Business Forum Series: Sustainable Solutions

The U.S. Commercial Service, in cooperation with NASA, will host a dynamic, three-day business forum in Silicon Valley, February 9-11, 2015, focused on opportunities for U.S. companies to meet global demand for sustainable solutions. Countries and companies worldwide are implementing standards, developing new technology, and implementing business practices to conserve energy, preserve clean air and water, and use land more efficiently - and U.S. companies can take advantage of these trends by offering world-class technologies, services and products.

 

What to Expect

  • Plenary sessions led by Fortune 500 execs addressing the business case for sustainability
  • Break-out sessions featuring market insights on advanced transportation, water and land use, green regulations, smart grid, and more
  • International market intelligence from seasoned U.S. commercial diplomats working on the ground in top international markets
  • Technical sessions on IP protection, venture and project financing, winning foreign government contracts, and implementing sustainable supply chains
  • Formal and informal networking opportunities
For more information and to register, click here.

 

The 4th Annual Summit, at Riverside Convention Center, with Keynote Speaker Ed Tackett on Additive Manufacturing, and two sets of breakout sessions features topics geared for your HR department, floor supervisors, plant managers, executives and owners.

 

This year's event includes breakout sessions on Export/Import and Supplier Opportunities and Near-sourcing in Baja California. 

 

For more information and to see a full agenda for the event, go to http://mfgcouncilie.com/

 

February 19th & 20th, 2015

Baja California Convention Center

 

Expo Eco Baja's is organized by Mexico's National Chamber of Commerce, Tijuana Chapter. Its goal is to be a reference for green business development and border sustainable growth.

Objectives:

  • To encourage businesses to be environmentally conscious
  • To serve as a platform for suppliers of green technology to showcase their products and services
  • To strengthen sustainable strategic alliances and to create green markets in the region
  • To be an exhibition of innovative products and services that would benefit the environment and generate savings for businesses.

Expo Eco Baja will offer presentations that will feature topics, like: green infrastructure, wild life and a sustainable business, climate change program, social and environmental responsibilities in Companies, among others.


 

For more information, click here.

 

Mexicali, Mexico is home to over 500 national and international companies with manufacturing and assembly operations utilizing over $350 million in parts and components in the region annually. The Mexicali Supply Expo 2015 is a great opportunity to connect with the Aerospace, Metal Mechanic, Medical Device, Automotive, Electronic and more, professionals who are looking for suppliers to meet their fabrication needs. At this annual, international event manufacturers and suppliers will:

  • Meet one-on-one to discuss demand and supply needs and opportunities
  • Participate in an Expert Panel Discussion to examine international operations and discuss doing business in Mexicali
  • Tap into government, developers and educational institution opportunities in specialized pavilions
  • Attend a special presentation by Dr. D. Dresser: Mexico: Competitiveness, Competence and Growth
  • Network with key company leaders at an industry-wide reception

If you are interested in participating in this event, you can contact the CITD by phone at (619) 482-6393 or email at support@sandiegocitd.org and we'll be glad to assist you with the registration process to participate as an attendee, exhibitor, or for matchmaking meetings during the event.

 

More information at www.mexicalisupply.com


Through a multi-year collaborative process, 
San Diego Regional EDCBiocomCity of San DiegoCONNECTGO-BizPort of San DiegoQualcommSan Diego County Regional Airport AuthoritySan Diego State University, and UC San Diego have been working together with nearly 400 local businesses as part of the Global Cities Initiative, a joint project of the Brookings Institution and JPMorgan Chase, to develop a global trade and investment plan for the San Diego region. 


 

On March 11, the San Diego Regional EDC and its partners will jointly release the plan and announce a series of programs to assist in maximizing San Diego's global competitiveness.


 

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About the CITD

Expand your business through International Trade! 

 

The San Diego Center for International Trade Development (CITD) assists small and medium-sized enterprises expand internationally by providing low and no-cost programs and services including, one-on-one technical assistance and consulting, market research, training and educational programs, trade leads and special events.

 

International trade counseling is available by appointment at the following San Diego CITD Locations:

 

Chula Vista

Southwestern College

900 Otay Lakes Road
Building 660

Chula Vista, CA 91910

 

Otay Mesa

SWC Higher Education Center Otay Mesa

8100 Gigantic Street
Building 4500
San Diego, CA 92154

 

National City
National City
Chamber of Commerce

901 National City Blvd.
National City, CA 91950  

 

Mission Valley

San Diego Contracting Opportunities Center 

4007 Camino del Rio South
Room 210
San Diego, CA 92108

 

East County

East County EDC

1908 Friendship Drive
Suite A

El Cajon, CA 92020

 

For appointments, call
(619) 482-6393 or visit


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