Monthly Calendar, 2004 January February March  April May June July August September October November December Mark your Calendar! Fiesta Americana January 20, 2005 Further information to come       January 13 Golf States Chapter Monthly Luncheon: Business Process Outsourcing:  The Next Competitive Revolution  Speaker: Dr. Tom Duening, Director, Entrepreneur & Venture Development Center – University of Houston - Downtown Join us for the monthly meeting of the Gulf States Chapter of the US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce where you'll enjoy great food, great networking and great speakers. These meetings are held at the Argentina Grill Steakhouse the second Tuesday of each month. Make sure you register to attend, today! Everyone is welcome. 4527 Lomitas (Hwy 59@Kirby Drive), Houston, Texas 77098 // 713-523-6373 Time: 11:30 PM to 1:00 PM Registration Fee: GSC Member $25.00 / Non-Member $35.00 Registration: To register please contact David Hughes at Gulf States Chapter, Tel: 832-478-0103 Houston, TX 23 Mexico's Congress Debates: The Fox Administration at Mid-Term, The Challenges and Opportunities for Mexico  Debaters: Senator Hector Osuna (PAN), Congressman Dr. Emilio Zebadúa González (PRD), and Congressman José Alberto Aguilar (PRI) Moderator: Emilia Jimenez, Anchor TV Azteca Panelists: Denise Dresser, Senior Fellow, Pacific Council on International Policy; sergio Muñoz, editor, Los Angeles Times; and David Ayon, Loyola Marymount University Table Sponsors: Delloite & Touche, LLP and Veláh Group California-Pacific Chapter, Tel: 213-623-7725. Los Angeles, CA 29 The Fifth Annual "Meet your International Business Partners", A Networking Reception for New York's International Business Community Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-912-7711. New York, NY 30 NAFTA 10 Years Anniversary Series. Breakfast with Carlos Salinas de Gortari, Former President of Mexico (1988-1994)  Plaza Hotel at Central Park South: The Terrace Suite Registration and breakfast: 8:00 – 8:15 a.m.  Presentation and Q & A: 8:15 -9:30 a.m.  Program Fee: $60 United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce, Council of the Americas and Americas Society members • $100 non-members Register via e-mail at: northeast@usmcoc.org Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-912-7711. New York, NY Return to the top February 10-13 Export Promotion Services Trade Events: EXPO COMM Mexico 2004  Computer Software/Electronics Industry/Telecommunications Equipment & Services Mexico City, Mexico.  Contacts: Wake Margo (202) 482-2026 CS/EPS International Trade Specialist Wake.Margo@mail.doc.gov  Bryan Larson CS/Mexico City International Trade Specialist Bryan.Larson@mail.doc.gov  Mexico, D.F. 12 Mexico Executive Roundtable: MEXICO 2004 RECENT TRENDS FOR COMPANIES IN MEXICO **Capital Market Developments **Competitive Threats From China  with presentations by: Victor Villarreal Director of Corporate Ratings Fitch (Monterrey, Mexico) and Joe Bormann Senior Director, Latin Corporate Ratings Fitch (Chicago) Meeting Chairman: William Hayes Managing Director, Latin America Fitch Luncheon Meeting Date: Thursday, February 12, 2004 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.  Meeting Location: The University Club 76 East Monroe Street Chicago, Illinois Participation is complimentary however space is limited.  Reservations will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve your place, please contact: Mid-America Chapter Tel: 312-729-1355, by 12:00 noon on Wednesday, February 11, 2004. Chicago, IL 18 Private Breakfast with Arturo Sarukhan, Consul General of Mexico in New York to discuss the New U.S. Immigration Proposal (for Bi- National and Regional Members only) Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-912-7711. New York, NY 19 "U.S. Guest Worker Proposal - Implications for Texas Business" The Texas Association of Business Dallas Chapter and U.S. Mexico Chamber of Commerce Southwest Chapter invite you and your guests to attend this event featuring Mr. Albert C. Zapanta, President and CEO United States Mexico Chamber of Commerce Washington, D.C. President Bush recently announced a highly controversial guest worker program which would radically change the rules affecting U.S.'s ability to hire foreign workers. Al Zapanta, President and CEO of United States Mexico Chamber of Commerce is intimately familiar with this recent proposal. He will share his insights and the implications this will have on your business.  Thursday, February 19, 2004 Dallas Addison Marriott Quorum Hotel 14901 Dallas Parkway (Belt Line & Parkway) Luncheon Registration: 11:30 a.m. Cost: $30.00 For registration information, please contact: Southwest Chapter, Tel: 214-747-1996 Dallas, TX 19 Member's Monthly Business Breakfasts We will be having the Kick Off for our Member's Monthly Business Breakfasts: THIRD THURSDAY OF THE EVERY MONTH Mark it in your calendars! We will have the honor of having the first of our monthly breakfasts with an open & candid "OFF THE RECORD" talk with Consul General of Mexico: Hon. Jorge Lomónaco, Honorary President of our Chapter. Start spreading the news among members! This will be a great opportunity to bring your business colleagues to join the Chamber! We're looking forward to having great speakers all year round and giving you the best of networkings to increase your business!  Don't Miss this first one!! A trip to Mexico will be raffled, courtesy of AEROMEXICO! Thursday 19th. 2004 Biltmore Hotel Danielson Gallery @ the Conference Center of the Americas Area 7:45 am - 9:00 am $15.00 pp (Thanks for paying with cash or check) Please RSVP before Valentine's Day! Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL Return to the top March TBD "Mexico and China: The Shifting Competitive Landscape  Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-912-7711. New York, NY 02-04 Export Promotion Services Trade Events: Expo Manufactura 2004  Manufacturing Technology Monterrey,  Contacts: William Corfitzen (202) 482-0584 CS/EPS International Trade Specialist William.Corfirzen@mail.doc.gov   Ellen Lenny-Pessagno CS/Monterrey Principle Commercial Officer ELennype@mail.doc.gov  Monterrey, N.L. 9 "NAFTA 10 Years Anniversary Series: A New Vision for North America" with Jaime Serra Puche, Former Minister of Commerce of Mexico  Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-912-7711. New York, NY 9-12 MexCon is the industry's largest and most comprehensive information and networking forum for foreign operations in Mexico. Now in it's 18th year, our expert speaking faculty has kept the manufacturing industry up-to-date on economic, political, legal and taxation changes, whether you are newly considering starting up an operation in Mexico or currently have facilities there. MexCon helps manufacturers in the US and abroad plan, budget and forecast how they should run their operations to maximize revenue streams, production and market share while minimizing costs and liabilities. Register today.  MexCon 2004 * Hyatt Regency Riverwalk, San Antonio, TX * March 9-12, 2004 www.iirusa.com/mexcon  All USMCOC Dallas Chapter Members will receive a 15% discount off the standard registration fee! Your final invoice will reflect your discounted price. To get your registration priority code, please contact: Southwest Chapter, Tel: 214-747-1996 San Antonio, TX 9-12 Export Promotion Services Trade Events:  Exintex 2004 - Textiles Puebla, Mexico 03/09/2004 - 03/12/2004 Contacts: Jennifer Harrington (202) 482-0595 CS/EPS International Trade Specialist Jennifer.Harrington@mail.doc.gov Aileen Nandi CS/Mexico City, Commercial Officer, Aileen.Nandi@mail.doc.gov Puebla, Pue 10-12 Export Promotion Services Trade Events:  International Franchise Fair  Contacts: Sam Dhir (202) 482-4756 CS/EPS, International Trade Specialist Sam.Dhir@mail.doc.gov Bryan Larson CS/Mexico City, Commercial Officer, Bryan.Larson@mail.doc.gov Mexico, D.F. 17 "Border Issues Conference"  The Eighth Annual U.S.-Mexico Border Conference is being held in an effort to provide a clearer understanding of the border region for decision-makers and their staffs. This conference is co-hosted by the U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce and the U.S.-Mexico Cultural & Educational Foundation. The last changes that are affecting our countries provide extraordinary opportunities to reassess the challenges facing the border; to support and expand current efforts; and to develop innovative ideas from both the private and public sectors. Decision-makers from Washington D.C., Mexico City, and the border will meet to explore common issues, learn about border programs and review potential new policy approaches.  National Office,  202-842-4328  Washington, DC 18 " Sixth Annual Membership meeting & Tequila Tasting: The Oldest Spirit of the Americas "    Join us for a very Mexican Tequila Taste and Cocktail party and a short meeting to recognize our Past President and to introduce the new USMCOC Board and officers for 2004. Sponsored in part by: Grant Thornton Thursday, March 18, 2004 6:30 to 8:30 PM Nuevo Leon Restaurant 3211-C Oaklawn Dallas, TX 75219 The Tequila Taste Party is $20.00 each Member ($5.00) surcharge for same-day registration). Kindly RSVP at: Southwest Chapter Tel: 214-747-1996 Dallas, TX 18 " Member's Monthly Business Breakfasts "    The InterAmerican Chapter invites to a series of Business Breakfasts every third Thursday of the month (7:45 am-9:00am). We will be having key business leaders as speakers and you will enjoy a networking event. For more information please contact our office at:  Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 18-19 " Ética en la Política y Negocios Dos países, Dos visiones, Dos Culturas "    Por primera vez la Cámara de Comercio MEXICO-USA del capítulo pacífico, organiza este magno evento que tiene como finalidad invitar a toda la sociedad jalisciense, a tomar conciencia sobre uno de los más importantes valores "La Ética" referida a la política y a los negocios. Contaremos con la presencia por primera vez en nuestro estado de dos Senadores Norteamericanos de los Estados de Texas y California, así como con dos Senadores de nuestro país, el Senador Cesar Jáuregui por el Estado de Chihuahua y actual Vice-Presidente del Senado de la República y por el Estado de Jalisco el Senador Raymundo Gómez Flores. El evento se llevará a cabo los días 18 y 19 de Marzo en las instalaciones del Tecnológico de Monterrey Campus Guadalajara. Para registrarse, favor de contactar: Pacifico-Guadalajara Chapter Tel: 333-615-3235 Guadalajara, Jal. 26 "Mexico Executive Roundtable - "Cross-Border Labor Planning"   Hosted by Baker & McKenzie  Presentations by: Andrew J. Boling, Partner, Baker & McKenzie; Hugo Dubovoy, Partner, Baker & McKenzie; and Betsy S. Morgan, Partner, Baker & McKenzie  Date: Friday, March 26, 2004, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.  Reservations will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis.  To reserve your place, please contact the Mid-America Chapter at (312) 729-1355 by 12:00 noon on Wednesday, March 24, 2004. Chicago, IL 25 "Reception with Tony Garza, U.S. Ambassador to Mexico"  The US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce, Southwest Chapter, together with The Greater Dallas Chamber and the World Affairs Council of Greater Dallas, invite you to be our guests at a reception with the US Ambassador to Mexico, The Honorable Tony Garza. Hosted by Haynes & Boone This reception features a presentation and question/answer session with the Ambassador 6:30-7:45 pm (Program from reception begins at 6 pm) Crescent Court 400 Crescent Court, Dallas, TX COST: $20 Rate for US-Mexico Chamber members RSVP TO: Online at www.dallaschamber.org, under Calendar FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Kristine Schwope at kschwope@dallaschamber.org, or 214-712-1901. Southwest Chapter Tel: 214-747-1996 Dallas, TX 31 "Member's Monthly Business Breakfast"  We are proud to present our Guest Speaker: Dr. J. Antonio "Tony" Villamil, Economic Advisor to Hon. Governor Jeb Bush, and President & CEO of The Washington Economics Group. "The Importance of Increasing Economic Relations Between Mexico and Florida: A Strategic Perspective" The Biltmore Hotel, Granada Room Wednesday, March 31st. 2004 8:00 am to 9:30 am sharp Cost: $15.00 dlls. (Cash or Checks please) Thanks to our Proud Sponsors: Greenberg & Traurig Sol Melía Hotels & Gazebo Flowers Please RSVP at:  Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL Return to the top April 3 " Inter-Chamber Football Soccer Tournament "    Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-912-7711. New York, NY 5 " FIRST MONDAY of the Month Accelerated Networking Meeting "    Think about all the products and services you purchase from people who are NOT USMCOC members. As a community of successful, like-minded businesspeople, we must put value on our buying power. Imagine people in the US-Mexico business community searching for people to whom they can give their business. So join us for this novel networking opportunity. 6:30 to 8:30 PM Nuevo Leon Restaurant 3211-C Oaklawn Dallas, TX 75219 The FIRST MONDAY Accelerated Networking Meeting is $15.00 for each Member and $20.00 for Non-Members, a $5.00 surcharge for same-day registration will be assessed. Cancellations accepted only by fax 72 hrs prior to the event.  RSVP no later than April 1st, 2004 at: Southwest Chapter Tel: 214-747-1996 Dallas, TX 14 " Welcome Luncheon in honor of  Consul General of Mexico in Dallas" The U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce Southwest Chapter and Haynes & Boone invite you and your guest to a Welcome Luncheon in honor of Mr. Carlos Garcia de Alba Zepeda, Consul General of Mexico in Dallas Network and Registration at 11:30am Luncheon 12:00noon to 1:00pm Omni Mandalay Hotel 221 East Las Colinas Boulevard Irving, Las Colinas The cost is $30.00 for Members, $40.00 for Non-Members and at the door. ($10.00 surcharge for same-day registration /Cancellations accepted only by fax 72 hrs prior to the event). RSVP no later than April 7, 2004 at: Southwest Chapter Tel: 214-747-1996 Dallas, TX 15 " Member's Monthly Business Breakfasts "   The Inter-American Chapter invites to a series of Business Breakfasts every third Thursday of the month (7:45 am-9:00am). We will be having key business leaders as speakers and you will enjoy a networking event. For more information please contact our office at:   Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 19 " Getting To Know Your Business Operations in Latin America "    In association with the Colombian American Association, the Bolivian-American Chamber of Commerce, the Ecuadorian American Association and the Venezuelan American Association, cordially invites you to the panel discussion: Getting To Know Your Business Operations in Latin America In the aftermath of the Enron-triggered wave of corporate scandals in the US and the current crisis at Parmalat in Europe, companies must be knowledgeable and vigilant of all their operations and the regulatory and legal environments that apply in the different countries that they do business in. Latin America is no exception to this new environment. US based managers need to have a better understanding of how their businesses are operating in Latin America, and legal departments need to develop a thorough approach to risk management. At this event, you will hear from financial and legal experts who will discuss key risks involved with business operations in Latin America, and the impact of Sarbanes-Oxley and the new legal and regulatory frameworks emerging in many Latin American countries. Guest Speakers: Jose Claudio Treviño, Director, Financial Services Group, Kroll Inc. Oliver J. Armas, Partner, Latin American Practice Group, Thacher, Proffitt & Wood, LLP Andrés Antonius, Managing Director, Kroll Inc. (Moderator) Place: The Union League Club, 38 East 37th Street, New York, NY, 10016 Registration: 4:30– 4:45 p.m. Presentation: 4:45– 5:45 p.m. Reception 5:45-7:00 p.m.  Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-912-7711. New York, NY   May  4 "Inter-American Business Roundtable" Presided by the First Lady of the State of Florida, The Honorable Columba Bush, with the Participation of the Governor of the State of Florida ,The Honorable Jeb Bush. Panelist include distinguished and prominent members of the Mexico-Florida business arena:  “The Growing Florida-Mexico Trade & Business Ties: Economic Outlook and Opportunities for 2004-2005” This event will be part of the Cinco de Mayo Celebrations organized by the Mexican community in South Florida. A Mexican-style cocktail recap cocktail will immediately follow.  Co-sponsor organizations for this event: Governor’s office -State of Florida-, Consulate General of Mexico; State of Mexico Economic Business Development Secretariat (SEDECO); Trade Commission of Mexico, Enterprise Florida; Institute of Mexico, Florida International University, Latin American Caribbean Center; (LACC) and the Mexico Tourism office in Miami. Corporate Sponsor: Terra Archiplan By Invitation Only The Biltmore Hotel, Alhambra Room For more information, lease contact: Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 5 Annual "Cinco de Mayo" Luncheon Celebration Guest of Honor: Arturo Sarukhan Consul General of Mexico in New York 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Location: Zona Rosa Restaurant 40 West 56th Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues) New York City Program Fee: $85 USMCOC members • $125 Non-members • $10 surcharge at the door. Due to space limitations, advance registration and payment are strictly required. To register, please contact: Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-912-7711. New York, NY 5 "2004 Florida-Mexico Cinco de Mayo Celebration: An exchange of Cultures" Featuring live entertainment, food, and music for the whole family When: Wednesday, May 5th, 2004, 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM Where: Collins Park in Miami Beach, Florida (21st St. and Collins Ave.) Free and Open to the Public. For more information and registration, please contact: Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 13 "Sixth Mexico Economic Review & Political Outlook 2004" Seminar and Luncheon Los Angeles, Thursday, May 13, 2004 California-Pacific Chapter, Tel: 213-623-7725. Los Angeles, CA 20 " Member's Monthly Business Breakfasts "  The InterAmerican Chapter invites to a series of Business Breakfasts every third Thursday of the month (7:45 am-9:00am). We will be having key business leaders as speakers and you will enjoy a networking event. For more information please contact our office at:    Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 25-27 NAFTA & CAFTA Conference & Good Neighbor Awards Gala Annual conference examining sector-by-sector successes, strategies and challenges for companies operating within the North American Free Trade Agreement & the U.S.- Central American Free Trade Agreement. National Office,  202-312-1526 Washington, DC Return to the top June TBD " Spain & Latin American Network Reception "    Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-912-7711. New York, NY 3 " Seminar: TAP Latin America "  TELEVISION ASSOCIATION OF PROGRAMMERS (TAP) LATIN AMERICA HOSTS TOP-LEVEL MEXICAN GOVERNMENT DELEGATION IN MIAMI On June 3rd 2004, top-level government officials from the Mexican Congress; Health Ministry; Consumer Protection Agency; and Radio Television and Cinema Office will be visiting Miami to meet with TAP member networks, advertisers and advertising agencies. The one-day seminar, co-sponsored by the US/Mexico Chamber of Commerce, will provide a forum for the Mexican regulators and US pay TV industry to discuss a variety of pending legislative issues in both the pay television content ratings, and pan-regional advertising sectors. The Mexican Consul in Miami, the Honorable Jorge Lomonaco, will be providing the opening remarks.  Time: 9am to 12:30pm Place: Biltmore Hotel, Coral Gables Rooms: Brickell and Deering Rooms at the Conference Center of the Americas Who Should Come: Advertising Sales Executives, Programming Executives, Legal Executives, Advertisers and Agencies, anyone in your respective companies doing business in Mexico. Cost: Free: Continental Breakfast and Lunch Included Please confirm your attendance to Jordan McDuff at Jordan@taplat.org  Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 7 " FIRST MONDAY of the Month Accelerated Networking Meeting "      Think about all the products and services you purchase from people who are NOT USMCOC members. As a community of successful, like-minded businesspeople, we must put value on our buying power. Imagine people in the US-Mexico business community searching for people to whom they can give their business. So join us for this novel networking opportunity. 6:30 to 8:30 PM Nuevo Leon Restaurant 3211-C Oaklawn Dallas, TX 75219 The FIRST MONDAY Accelerated Networking Meeting is $15.00 for each Member and $20.00 for Non-Members, a $5.00 surcharge for same-day registration will be assessed. Cancellations accepted only by fax 72 hrs prior to the event.  RSVP no later than June 4, 2004 at: Southwest Chapter Tel: 214-747-1996 Dallas, TX 8 " MEXICO TOURISM: AN INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY "   The U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce and the Mexico Tourism Board in New York, cordially invite you to: "MEXICO TOURISM: AN INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY" Tuesday, June 8, 2004 New York Palace Hotel, Reid Salon, 455 Madison Avenue,New York, NY, 10022 Registration: 8:00 8:15 a.m. Presentations and Breakfast: 8:15 10:00 a.m. Guest Speakers: Rodolfo Elizondo, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism John McCarthy, CEO, National Trust Fund for Tourism Development (FONATUR) At the onset of his presidency, Vicente Fox declared tourism a national priority and one of the fundamental axis of his administration. Last month, the Mexican government announced the creation of the new Inter-Secretarial Tourism Commission, to promote tourism development and attract foreign investment. Receiving over 20 million tourists per year, Mexico is one of the most visited countries in the world. According to recent surveys, Mexico ranks eighth in the world in the number of international visitors received, and tenth for the total amount of revenues grossed due to tourism. Our distinguished guest speakers will discuss the new commission, opportunities for investment, and the current state of affairs of the tourism sector in Mexico. For more information and registration, please contact: Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-912-7711 New York, NY 16 " 2004 Double Eagle Awards Dinner and Conference "    The U.S. - Mexico Chamber of Commerce, Mid-America Chapter requests the pleasure of your company at the 2004 Double Eagle Awards Dinner and Conference featuring Keynote Address by:  His Excellency Vicente Fox, President of Mexico. Wednesday, June 16th, 2004 Chicago Hilton and Towers Hotel 720 South Michigan Avenue. Conference: 8:00am - 4:30pm  "The Future of U.S.-Mexico Relations: Building a Stronger North American Market" Keynote Addresses: His Excellency Carlos de Icasa, Ambassador of Mexico to the United States and Marcos de Olivera, President and Director General, Ford Mexico (Please see attached conference agenda) Dinner and Awards Ceremony: 5:30pm - 10:00pm  2004 Double Eagle Award Recipients: International Truck and Engine Corporation (Navistar)- Catosa - Angelo Mexican Motors - Agencias Mercantiles - Camiones Especiales  Registration Fees: Conference Only: Members $100 -- Non Members $200  Conference and Dinner: Members $250 -- Non Members $350  Dinner Only: Members $200 -- Non Members $200 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE For registration and information, please contact: Mid-America Chapter  Tel:312-729-1355 Chicago, IL 16 " Manufacturing and Logistics Solutions in Mexico "    The U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce Northeast Chapter and the Industrial Development Commission of Mexicali, cordially invite you to the seminar: Manufacturing and Logistics Solutions in Mexico - Limitless Business Land Wednesday, June 16, 2004 The Grill Room at The Union League Club. 38 East 37th Street, New York, NY, 10016  Registration: 5:00- 5:10 p.m. Seminar: 5:10- 6:15 p.m.  Cocktail Reception and Raffle of Mexican Wine Cases: 6:15- 8:00 p.m. Speakers: Stephen Blank: Professor, Lubin School of Business, Pace University and Director of PanAmerican Partnership for Business Education "Borders and the New North America" Ricardo Martinez: Director of The Industrial Development Commission of Mexicali, Mexico "Manufacturing and Logistics Solutions" Rodolfo Andrade:Mexican Industrial Developer "How to land in Mexico" New Spreaker! Stefan Stoll: Senior Vice President Manufacturing, Robert Bosch Tool Corporation "Case Study" Program Fee:$15 USMCOC members $30 non-members.  For Registration and Information please contact: Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-471-4704 New York, NY 16 " Cocktail Reception "    The United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce together with Fortune, Fox Panamerican Sports Network and Grupo Ejecutivo de Mexico, cordially invite you to a cocktail reception in honor of the USMCOC Businessman of the year: Mr. Alejandro Soberón, Chairman and CEO of Grupo CIE de México. Who will be presenting some of the most distinguished Mexicans in South Florida, with the Award for Outstanding Achievement Wednesday, June 16 2004 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm The Ritz Carlton, Coconut Grove, 3300 SW 27th Ave. Coconut Grove, Fl 33133 RSVP before June 12, 2004  By Invitation only - Invitation non-transferable Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 17 " MEXICANS & AMERICANS: Cracking the Cultural Code "   You are cordially invited to attend the International Premiere of the much anticipated new book: "MEXICANS & AMERICANS: Cracking the Cultural Code" Please join us to meet and talk with author Ned Crouch Date: Thursday, June 17, 2004 4:30 to 6:30 P.M. Meeting Location: Chicago Cultural Center 78 East Washington Street Fifth Floor Chicago, IL For more information, please contact: Mid-America Chapter  Tel:312-729-1356 Chicago, IL 17 " Latin American and Caribbean Art from the Collection of The Museum of Modern Art "   And the Argentine-American Chamber of Commerce, the Bolivian-American Chamber of Commerce, the Colombian American Association, the Ecuadorean American Association, the North American-Chilean Chamber of Commerce and the Venezuelan American Association of the U.S. Invite you to attend Latin America Business Networking Reception and guided tour to the exhibition: “Latin American and Caribbean Art from the Collection of The Museum of Modern Art” Thursday, June 17, 2004 El Museo del Barrio 5:30 to 8:30 PM 1230 Fifth Avenue (at 104 Street) New York City Network with Business Professionals! Make your reservation today and enjoy an evening of fine art, live music, and mojitos while building business relationships.  RAFFLE PRIZES: Hotel Stays in Mexico City and Ixtapa. Courtesy of NH Hotels and Sol Melia Hotels & Resorts/ Two Round Trip Tickets to any city in Mexico. Courtesy of Continental. Admission Fee: $25 USMCOC, Bolivian-American CC, CAA, EAA, NACCC, VAA members and one guest paying member's fee. $40 Non-members. $55 if payment is made at the door. Advance registration and payment are strictly required. For event information please contact: 212-471-4704. Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-471-4704 New York, NY Return to the top July TBD " Summer Mexican Young Professionals Networking Reception "    Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-471-4704. New York, NY 30 “Evereything you wanted to know about the Post 9/11 Immigration Rules” How it affects your immigration process and your business. Our next summer power breakfast will be at “La Valentina Restaurant” on Friday July 30th. 8:30 am. Presentations will be followed by a Questions & Answers session. Thanks to our corporate sponsor: Ruden McClosky LLP The Restaurant is located at the Aventura Mall, Suite 783 19501 Biscayne Blvd. Aventura, Florida (305 -705-0707) La Valentina will serve an authentic Mexican Breakfast, featuring: Chilaquiles Verdes, Chilaquiles Rojos, Huevos Revueltos con Tocino, Enchiladas de Pollo, Pan Dulce, Café, Té, y Refrescos. The Price is $25.00 per person, if paid at the door. Or you can pay only $20.00 per person (a discount of $5.00 dollars) if paid in advance to the USMCOC no later than Thursday, July 29th. RSVP with payment, to enjoy the special price at Inter-American Chapter, Tel: 305-728-6175. Miami, FL Return to the top August 3 Export Promotion Services Trade Events:  U.S. Food Service Showcase -  Agricultural Products Contacts: Judith Valdes, Tijuana Commercial Specialist Phone: 52-664-622-7495 judith.valdes@mail.doc.gov  Daniel Martinez, US Agricultural Trade Office-Monterrey Phone: 011-52-81-8333-5289 Daniel.Martinez@usda.gov San José del Cabo, BCS 5 Export Promotion Services Trade Events:  Mexport 2004 Contacts: Alexa Swain, Tijuana Commercial Assistant Phone: 52-664-622 7450 alexa.swain@mail.doc.gov  Judith Valdes, Tijuana Commercial Specialist Phone: 52-664-622-7495 judith.valdes@mail.doc.gov Tijuana, BC 13 Piratería y Contrabando en el Ambito Internaiconal Con la participación del Senador Felipe Vicencio; el Presidente de COMCE,  Enrique Michel Velasco; de la Secretaría de Promoción Económica, Fernando Alpuche; y el Presidente del Capítulo Pacífico de la Cámara de Comercio México-Estados Unidos, el Lic. Alejandro Malacara. Lugar: ITESM campus Guadalajara Para mayor información, favor de contactar: Capítulo Pacífco Tel: 333-615-3235 Guadalajara, Jal. 16 Focus Group on English Proficiency: A Survey of What Employers Need for Their Spanish-Speaking Workforce. Spanish-speaking workers are a large and growing component of the American workforce. They are often hindered in their ability to obtain and retain employment and to advance in the job market due to limited English proficiency and deficiencies in basic and occupational skills. The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and training Administration has asked the U.S.-Mexico Cultural and educational Foundation to undertake a study project to understand what employers need for their Spanish-speaking employees. National Office, Tel: 202-312-1523 Milwaukee, WI 31-Sept. 2 Export Promotion Services Trade Events:  Mercancias Generales -- multiple industry sectors Contacts: Amanda Ayvaz, Trade Event Programs International Trade Specialist Phone: 202-482-0338 amanda_ayvaz@ita.doc.gov  Penelope Martinez, Mexico City Commercial Specialist Phone: 52/55-5140-2617 penelope.martinez@mail.doc.gov  Rebecca Balogh, Mexico City Commercial Officer Phone: (011) 52 55 51 40 26 20 Rebecca.Balogh@mail.doc.gov Mexico, D.F. September 1 “Everything you wanted to know about: How to market and negotiate with Mexicans in South Florida”. Featuring: Mr. Carlos Rincón Gallardo, President of Innova Advertising and Graphic Design Mexico & Miami The breakfast will be at The Coral Gables Country Club at 8:30 am 997 North Greenway Drive, Coral Gables, FL, Tel. (305) 305-448-7464 Right at the intersection of Granada Boulevard and Alhambra Circle) The Price is $25.00 per person, if paid at the door. Or you can pay only $20.00 per person (a discount of $5.00 dollars) if paid in advance to the USMCOC no later than Monday September 30th. RSVP with payment, to enjoy the special price at: Inter-American Chapter, Tel: 305-728-6175. Miami, FL 1-3 Export Promotion Services Trade Events:  RUJAC Aftermarket Automotive Show -PLC -- Automotive Parts/Services Eq. Pre-Register for this event Location/Date: Guadalajara, Mexico 9/1/2004 - 9/3/2004 Contacts: Alicia Zayas, Guadalajara Trade Event Manager/Coordinator Phone: 52 33 3615-1140 Ext. 102 alicia.zayas@mail.doc.gov  Gerardo Victorica, Guadalajara Senior Commercial Specialist Phone: 52 33 3615-1140 ext. 103 gerardo.victorica@mail.doc.gov  Isabella Cascarano, Guadalajara Principal Commercial Officer Phone: 52 33 3615 1140 Isabella.Cascarano@mail.doc.gov Guadalajara, Jal. 9 Focus Group on English Proficiency: A Survey of What Employers Need for Their Spanish-Speaking Workforce. Spanish-speaking workers are a large and growing component of the American workforce. They are often hindered in their ability to obtain and retain employment and to advance in the job market due to limited English proficiency and deficiencies in basic and occupational skills. The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and training Administration has asked the U.S.-Mexico Cultural and educational Foundation to undertake a study project to understand what employers need for their Spanish-speaking employees. National Office, Tel: 202-312-1523 Houston, TX 10 " Mexico Executive Roundtable: "Moving People and Goods between the U.S. and Mexico: A Case Study"  Lawrence Friedman, Partner, Barnes/Richardson Carolyn Amadon, Associate, Barnes/Richardson Thomas Bradley, Partner, Laner Muchin Sonya Som, Associate, Laner Muchin Date: Friday, September 10, 2004 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Meeting Location: The John Marshall Law School 315 South Plymouth Court Chicago, Illinois Participation is complimentary.Reservations will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve your place, please contact us by 12:00 Noon on Thursday, September 9, 2004 at: Mid-America Chapter  Tel:312-729-1356 Chicago, IL   10 " Traditional Mexico Independence Day Dinner Celebration "  Cocktail Reception and Dinner / Traditional Grito / Open bar & Dance Attire: Black Tie Time: 8:00 pm - 1:00 am Location: Metropolitan Pavilion 110 West 19th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenue) New York City.  Mexico's Independence Day celebration is sponsored by Axa, Citigroup, Continental Airlines, Goya, Computer Associates, Mexico Tourism Board, Cancun, NBC & Telemundo, New York Life and Sol Melia Hotels and Resorts Registration by Tuesday, September 7, 2004 $90 members of the US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce $140 non-members Click here to print the registration form or contact us at: Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-471-4704. New York, NY 15 "Independence Gala Dinner- Mexico's General Consulate" Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 15 "Mexican Independence Day" The USMCOC-CALIFORNIA PACIFIC CHAPTER and FRIDA MEXICAN CUISINE CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO OUR MIXER IN Celebration of the “MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY” 6:00-8:00 P.M. 236 S. Beverly Dr. Beverly Hills CA. 90212 Tel. (310) 278-7666 Members: $20; Non-Members: $30 Music & Hors d’oeuvre will be provided California-Pacific Chapter, Tel: 213-623-7725. Los Angeles, CA 22 Focus Group on English Proficiency: A Survey of What Employers Need for Their Spanish-Speaking Workforce. Spanish-speaking workers are a large and growing component of the American workforce. They are often hindered in their ability to obtain and retain employment and to advance in the job market due to limited English proficiency and deficiencies in basic and occupational skills. The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and training Administration has asked the U.S.-Mexico Cultural and educational Foundation to undertake a study project to understand what employers need for their Spanish-speaking employees. National Office, Tel: 202-312-1523 Springdale, AK 23 Cultural Institute of Mexico: "El Rebozo" Mexican Fashion Show. The most outstanding contemporary Mexican garment "WRAPPING YOURSELF IN A REBOZO IS WRAPPING YOURSELF IN A UNIQUE PIECE OF ART" The Embassy of Mexico, the Secretariat of Social Development and the Government of San Luis Potosi cordially invite you to the Fashion Show. Inspired in the headdress imposed by the monks on Indigenous women and in veils used by Spanish women , the weavers used the prehispanic loom to make “Rebozos”. From the XVII century San Luis Potosí has been the supply center for the “rebozo” industry Today rebozos are still woven on the waist loom which as the rest of the work instruments are almost identical to the prehispanic ones Currently, the rebozo is a contemporary garment which proudly leaves its place of origin to become a piece for daily fashion and an accessory embellishing any garment for special occasions. Time: 6:30 p.m. Free admission. Limited space available. R.S.V.P. (202) 232-8674 ext 8 Washington, D.C. 23 "Costa Rica and its Key Advantages as an Investment Destination" You are cordially invited to attend the lunch briefing "Costa Rica and its Key Advantages as an Investment Destination". The luncheon will be held at Baker &McKenzie's offices, One Prudential Building, 130 East Randolph, 39th Floor. Date: September 23, 2004 / 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM M. Albert Trejos, Ph.D., Costa Rica's Minister of Foreign Trade, will be the keynote speaker. We hope that you will be able to attend. Participation is complimentary. Reservations will be taken on a first-come, first -served basis. For more information, please contact: Mid-America Chapter  Tel:312-729-1356 Chicago, IL 29 Focus Group on English Proficiency: A Survey of What Employers Need for Their Spanish-Speaking Workforce. Spanish-speaking workers are a large and growing component of the American workforce. They are often hindered in their ability to obtain and retain employment and to advance in the job market due to limited English proficiency and deficiencies in basic and occupational skills. The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and training Administration has asked the U.S.-Mexico Cultural and educational Foundation to undertake a study project to understand what employers need for their Spanish-speaking employees. National Office, Tel: 202-312-1523 Dallas, TX 29 “5th Expo-Mex Florida Exhibition-Cocktail 2004” Our Expo-Mex Florida 2004 will promote companies that are doing business between Mexico & Florida through a global exhibition with a “Mexican Night Atmosphere Cocktail”” We encourage all members to get an exhibition space in advance at a special price: $150.00!! Non-Members: 300.00 (If you join the chamber before the Expo at a Corporate Level or higher, the exhibition space is free!!! Special sponsorships available at: $500.00 and $1000.00 This is also a great promotional event for all those newly arrived Mexicans’ Businesses in South Florida!! Manufacturers, Retailers, Cultural Organization, Entertainment, Restaurants, take advantage of this business opportunity and expand your international business!!! Ritz Carton Hotel, Coconut Grove 5:00 pm 9:30 pm. To register please contact: Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL Return to the top October 14 Breakfast-presentation with Emilio Azcarraga Jean President and CEO of Televisa Registration: 8:00 - 8:15 • Presentation & Breakfast: 8:15 - 10:00 The Princeton Club of New York, Prospect Lounge 15 West 43rd Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues) New York City Program Fee:$40 United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce members - $55 non-members. For more information and registration, please contact: Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-471-4704. New York, NY 14 7th Annual Trade Finance and Global Services Conference and Luncheon You are cordially invited to attend an outstanding conference regarding Emerging Markets with dynamic speakers and panel discussions regarding the benefits of doing business in foreign markets. This event is the 7th Annual Global Luncheon for China and Mexico which is sponsored by the Greater Dallas Chamber with collaboration and teamwork from the US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce. The US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce-Southwest Chapter will be meeting at the Hilton on the 2nd floor, the breakfast meeting will be in the Lincoln room, a separate area from the event and we will be having our own private meeting with a continental breakfast starting at 7:30 A. M. and ending at 8:20 A. M. T The Global Conference registration starts at 8:30 and will cost around $99.00 for our group, normal fee is $199 or if you can only attend the Luncheon with speakers until 3:30 that cost is $45.00. Please contact the Greater Dallas Chamber for your reservation, all info is on the flyer for registration. This is certainly a conference worth attending whether you are big business or a small business. For more information and registration, please contact: Southwest Chapter, Tel: 214-747-1996 Dallas, TX 21 Focus Group on English Proficiency: A Survey of What Employers Need for Their Spanish-Speaking Workforce. Spanish-speaking workers are a large and growing component of the American workforce. They are often hindered in their ability to obtain and retain employment and to advance in the job market due to limited English proficiency and deficiencies in basic and occupational skills. The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and training Administration has asked the U.S.-Mexico Cultural and Educational Foundation to undertake a study project to understand what employers need for their Spanish-speaking employees. National Office, Tel: 202-312-1523 Chicago, IL 22 Power Breakfast. “How to find capital and credit for your business” Coral Gables Country Club. 8:30 am Everything you always wanted to know about: “How to find capital and credit for your business” Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 26 Doing Business With The Americas 2004 / Haciendo Negocios En Las Americas 2004 / Fazendo Negocios Com As Americas 2004 Presented by the International Trade Association Of Northern Virginia in partnership with The Century Club of George Mason University and Bayer Consulting LLC. Thursday, October 28, 2004, 12:00 Noon until 6:30 PM Dewberry Hall at George Mason University's Johnson Center, Main Campus, Fairfax, Virginia For more information, please contact: Please contact events@itanv.org or Vince Rivellese at 703-417-8790 Fairfax, VA 27 "The Mexican Agenda in the U.S. Post Election" The USMCOC-Northeast Chapter cordially invites you to a breakfast-presentation with Amb. Carlos de Icaza, Ambassador of Mexico to the United States of America Wednesday October 27th, 2004 Registration & Breakfast: 8:00 - 8:30• Presentation 8:30 - 9:40 HSBC Bank USA, N.A., Fifth Avenue at 40th Street, Executive Dining Room - 11th Floor New York City For more information, please contact: Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-471-4704. New York, NY Return to the top November 3 USMCOC Inter-American Chapter Anniversary Gala. "Double Eagle Leadership Award Ceremony" Coral Gables Country Club / TBD For more information please contact our office at:   Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 10 "FTAA's Future & Perspectives; Miami as Headquarters of the Permanent Secretariat" Presented by the U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce-Inter-American Chapter, the Argentine-Florida Chamber of Commerce, and the Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce For more information and registration, please contact: Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, L 10 "Financial Disclosure and Compliance in the New Millennium: "The Challenges and Perspectives for Latin America" Presented by the U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce-Northeast Chapter Speakers: Kevin Nishimura , Senior Manager- Global Offerings Services Group, Deloitte & Touche Carole Basri, Executive Director Of the Greater New York Chapter of the American Corporate Counsel Association, & Lori Anne Czepiel, Partner, Sidley Austin Brown & Wood LLP Registration 4:45-5:00pm / Presentation 5:00-6:00pm / Cocktail 6:00-7:00pm The Kitano New York "Banquet Suite 18th floor" 66 Park Avenue New York, New York 10016 Program Fee:$25 United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce members - $35 non-members. To register, please contact: Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-471-4704. New York, NY 10 "MEXICO-CALIFORNIA FILM REVIEW 2004" Presented by the U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce-Pacific Chapter Invitees: Victor Ugalde, Secretary of FIDECINE (confirmed) Alfredo Joskowicz, Director of the Mexican Institute of Cinematography (IMCINE) (confirmed) Steve Solot, Senior Vice President, Motion Picture Association Latin America (confirmed) Christopher Palmer, Director of Risk Control, Aon/Albert G. Ruben Insurance Services, Inc. (confirmed) Federico Gonzalez Compeán, Mexican Producer (invited) Phillip Alexander, General Director, Buena Vista Columbia Tristar Films (confirmed) Sergio Molina, National Film Commissioner, National Film Commission, Mexico City (confirmed) Moctesuma Esparza, Producer, Esparza Katz Productions (invited) Deborah Davis, Executive Producer, Mandalay Entertainment Group Edward James Olmos, Olmos Productions Incorporated (invited) Ana Claudia Talancón, Actress, (El Crimen del Padre Amaro) (invited) Welcoming Remarks and Introduction of Keynote Speaker: Consul General of Mexico in Los Angeles Rubén Beltrán Keynote Speaker: Alejandro Ramirez Magaña COO Organizacion Ramirez. (Largest distributor of American movies in Mexico) "MEXICAN FILM INDUSTRY" (confirmed) Location: Luxe Summit Hotel Bel Air, 11461 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90049 from 7:45a.m.-2:30 p.m November 10, 2004 For more information and registration please contact: California-Pacific Chapter, Tel: 213-623-7725. Los Angeles, CA 15-17 "NAFTA/CAFTA/PAFTA Partnership: A Competitive Model" USMCOC members and guests will review opportunities at the Chamber's Binational Conference and Board of Directors' Meeting scheduled at the Presidente InterContinental Hotel in Monterrey, N.L., Mexico.  National Office, 202-312-1525 Monterrey, N.L. 19 Member's Monthly Business Breakfasts: “How to get the right deal on Real Estate and with Mortgage Brokers” The InterAmerican Chapter invites to a series of Business Breakfasts. Everything you always wanted to know about:“How to get the right deal on Real Estate and with Mortgage Brokers” (7:45 am-9:00am). For more information please contact our office at:   Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL Return to the top December 1 "Miami Lindo y Querido-Mexicans: “2004” The Year of the Fastest Business Growing Community in Miami" 8:30 a.m. Coral Gables Country Club. 997 North Greenway Drive (Parking access through the intersection of Alhambra & Granada). Coral Gables, Florida 33134. Tel. (305) 305-448-7464 The contribution will be $20.00 per person, to be paid in advance to the USMCOC. $25.00 at the door. For more information please contact our office at:   Inter-American Chapter Tel: 305-728-6175 Miami, FL 3 "Mexico's Competitiveness and Industrial Development". Benefits and Challenges that the Second Decade of NAFTA will bring to the North American Region. The USMCOC - Northeast Chapter Cordially invites you to a breakfast-presentation with Fernando Canales Clariond, Secretary of Economy of Mexico. Friday December 3rd, 2004 Registration & Breakfast: 8:00 - 8:15• Presentation and Discussion 8:15 - 9:30 HSBC Bank USA, N.A. Fifth Avenue at 40th Street / Executive Dining Room - 11th Floor To register, please contact: Northeast Chapter, Tel: 212-471-4704. New York, NY 7 Focus Group on English Proficiency: A Survey of What Employers Need for Their Spanish-Speaking Workforce. Spanish-speaking workers are a large and growing component of the American workforce. They are often hindered in their ability to obtain and retain employment and to advance in the job market due to limited English proficiency and deficiencies in basic and occupational skills. The U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and training Administration has asked the U.S.-Mexico Cultural and Educational Foundation to undertake a study project to understand what employers need for their Spanish-speaking employees. National Office, Tel: 202-312-1523 Orange County, CA 6-8 " An Integrated Third Border - 28th Miami Conference on the Caribbean Basin "    On behalf of the Board of Trustees of Caribbean Central American Action, you are cordially invited to this year’s 28th Miami Conference on the Caribbean Basin, December 6 – 8, 2004 at the Intercontinental Hotel, Miami, Florida. This year’s Conference, titled “An Integrated Third Border,” will take a critical look at regional integration efforts in the Caribbean and Central America, as well as its impact on investment and economic development. Against the backdrop of a U.S. Presidential election, the Conference will address issues such as the implementation of the proposed U.S. & Dominican Republic-Central American Free Trade Agreement (D-CAFTA); the future of the FTAA negotiations; the Caribbean Single Market & Economy (CSME) and its relevance to the Caribbean’s competitiveness; as well as the effects of international security measures on trade, investment and tourism in the Caribbean Basin. CCAA’s Annual Miami Conference on the Caribbean Basin remains the only forum that focuses specific attention on the small economies of the Caribbean & Central America. It combines addresses of major political leaders in the region with morning and afternoon workshops on policy and industry issues, giving attendees the opportunity to actively participate in a series of discussions with government and business leaders from Asia, the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, and the United States. Receptions, luncheons, and dinners, along with a diversified Exhibit Hall, provide ample opportunities for networking with a broad cross-section of government representatives, companies, organizations, and individuals actively involved in Strengthening the Third Border™.  We are especially pleased to offer you our early registration rate of $600.00 until June 30, 2004. Please click here to register. Please visit CCAA's website at www.c-caa.org to examine the Conference agenda and for updates in the upcoming weeks. Miami, FL Return to the top Last update January 16, 2006 06:14 PM