INTERNATIONAL BUYER PROGRAM SERVICES AT WORLD OF CONCRETE

World of Concrete is the industry’s only annual international event dedicated to the commercial concrete and masonry construction industries showcasing leading industry suppliers featuring innovative products, construction machinery, construction equipment, safety training courses, new technologies and unlimited networking opportunities to give you new ways to sustain and grow your business. There will be more than 55,000 registrants, occupying over more than half a million net square feet of exhibit space for more than 1,400 exhibiting companies.

The U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Buyer Program (IBP), in partnership with INFORMA PLC, is excited to offer U.S. exhibitors at the 2017 World of Concrete the opportunity to connect with Commercial Specialists and buyer delegations to increase your export opportunities in the following markets:

Africa

Democratic Republic of Congo

Ethiopia

Ghana

Guinea

Kenya

Nigeria

South Africa

Tanzania

The Americas

Argentina

Bolivia

Brazil

Canada

Chile

Colombia

Costa Rica

Dominican Republic

Ecuador

El Salvador

Mexico

Nicaragua

Asia & Oceania

Australia

Bangladesh

China

India

S. Korea

Nepal

New Zealand

Pakistan

Philippines

Europe

Hungary

Russia

North Africa & Middle East

Algeria

Egypt

Iraq

Kuwait

Morocco

Qatar

Turkey

United Arab Emirates

*Please check back for updates as the list of countries is likely to grow

There are two primary value-add services, at no cost to exhibitors, available when meeting Commercial Specialists through the International Buyer Program at 2017 World of Concrete:

SHOWTIME PROGRAM

Showtime offers a unique opportunity to meet one-on-one with our Commercial Specialists from several U.S. Embassies and Consulates experts in the commercial concrete and masonry construction sectors in their countries. During your Showtime appointment, you will be briefed on market opportunities and challenges related to your production in that market. All Showtime appointments will last 20 minutes.

Showtime appointments can take place, either at your booth or at the International Business Center located in the Central Hall. There is no fee to participate. All products and service must be at least 51% U.S. content.

* Additional Bonus Meetings Available for Showtime Appointments:

We are also offering appointments with: 1) Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Office of International Trade, 2) Ex-Im Bank, and 3) the U.S. Department of Commerce Construction Industry Specialist:

  • SBA: learn about their programs to support U.S. exporters: “Export Express Loan”, “Export Working Capital”, “International Trade Loan”
  • Ex-Im Bank: learn to maximize your export potential through competitive credit terms, leveraging your capital base and protecting against non-payment.
  • Department of Commerce Industry Specialist: meet with the Industry Specialist covering the Construction Equipment sector at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

B2B MATCHMAKING PROGRAM

Let us help you, the U.S. supplier, connect with international buyers before, during, and after the show, with our exclusive B2B Matchmaking Program. Once you register, your company profile will be shared by our overseas Commercial Specialists covering the Construction and Building Products industry, with pre-screened potential buyers and partners in their markets/countries. Some of these leads may result in scheduled meetings with you at the 2017 World of Concrete Show. Once an overseas firm has selected your company, you will be notified immediately and will receive information on the international buyer or partner for you to follow up and begin a dialogue.

Questions?

Showtime: Jorge.Arce@trade.gov

B2B matchmaking: Reinaldo.Garcia@trade.gov

The 2017 World of Concrete Show is a proud participant in the International Buyer Program (IBP) at the U.S. Department of Commerce: https://worldofconcrete.com/Attendee/Home/International/INTERNATIONALBUYERPROGRAM

For Showtime and B2B Matchmaking, please complete your registration below:

Fields marked with * are required.
OMB Control No.: 0625-0237
Expiration Date: 1/31/18

Register for Showtime using the form below.  If you are also interested in registering for the B2B Matchmaking, remember to check the B2B Opt-in circle in the form below. The same data will be used.  Both services are at no cost to U.S. exhibitors. (Fields with * are required)

Contact Information:

Company Name:   *
Salutation:  
First Name:   *
Last Name   *
Title:   *
Address:   *
City:   *
State:   *
Zip Code:  
Phone:      Ext.
Fax:  
Cell Phone at the Show:  
*
 
Email:   *  Receive a Copy
Confirm Email:   *
Web Site:  
     
Your Hall and Booth Number:  

 

Company Profile:

Year company was founded  
 
   
Number of employees in the company:*  
 

*Type of business:
 
Manufacturer
Distributor
 
Service
Other
* Please describe your product or service:

 
* Who are the buyers or end-users for your product or service?
 
*Is your product/service at least 51% U.S. content?
Yes    No  

 

Showtime Appointment Request & Country Selection
What dates and times are you NOT available during January 17-20, 2017
 
Meeting Location:
Your Booth
International Business Center
The International Business Center is located in the Central Hall
 
Country Selection for Showtime:
Please select which international markets you would like to meet with our industry specialists. The average duration of each appointment is 20 minutes. Due to limited appointment slots, we ask that you select only 8 countries (in order of priority). We will do our best to accommodate your requests.
1.        2.
3.        4.
5.        6.
7.        8.

BONUS:  Showtime appointments may also be scheduled with the following offices (these will not count towards your selection of 8 above):

SBA (Small Business Administration, Office of International Trade)   
Ex-Im Bank   
Department of Commerce Industry Specialist 
 
Please specify the specific questions you might have for the Specialists with whom you just requested an appointment:


 
Select the categories you provide products/services for:
Concrete Production   Decorative Concrete Products Foundations / Ground Prep Heavy Equipment
Landscape/Hardscape Masonry Material Handling Precast / Concrete Masonry
Repair & Demolition Safety Equipment Technology / Software / Hardware  


* B2B Matchmaking Opt-In (no cost) (same data from the form above will be used):

Are you interested in opting into our B2B Matchaking program and having your profile shared with international buyers, distributors, agents, end-users, foreign govt. buyers, etc.?

Yes    No
If you selected yes, please include a company description to be published on our B2B directory (no more than 100 words):


 
 
Have you exported before?
Yes    No
 
What kind of business Relationship are you seeking in overseas markets?
Distributor / Representative / Agent
Direct Sales
Joint Venture
 
Licensing
Other
Your Local U.S. Department of Commerce Office  (U.S. Commercial Service)
Are you currently working with one of our offices/U.S. Export Assistance Centers (U.S. Commercial Service/USDOC) in the United States?*
Yes    No  

If yes, which office or Trade Specialist are you currently working with:

 

 
Would you like to be contacted by the U.S. Export Assistance Centers (U.S. Commercial Service/USDOC) closest to you (in the United States)?*
Yes    No  

  

After you click on "Register", a confirmation form will be presented.  Please be patient.  Thank you!

 

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