I returned from the SEUS Canada event held last week in Biloxi, MS with a greater appreciation for the level of interest and exchange between the Southeastern US states and Canadian provinces. Canada is the US's #1 trading partner and we have many reasons to stay in close relationships with each other. Both countries are looked at as leaders in new technologies and commerce. Both countries are very involved in humanitarian and disaster recovery efforts as well as the war on terror. As the conference wrapped up it became more evident that continued dialogue and engagement between the two countries and the various business leaders will continue and needs to continue. The Charlotte USA region is fortuntate to have great relations with Canada. The Consulates in Raleigh, Atlanta and the Honorary Consulate in Charlotte are great resources for us. In 2009 we had 23 Canadian owned businesses operating in our region. These companies represent a variety of sectors including banking and finance, metal working, equipment manufacturing, pulp and paper, logistics, and chemicals. We will continue to focus our efforts on Canada and look to target their markets in the fall of 2010.
My next visit with be to the International Asset Management Council meeting in Colorado Springs, CO. This organization has two major meetings a year and is a great opportunity for CRP to have face-to-face meetings with corporate real estate decision makers. Next week's event will have over 70 top leaders from a variety of companies that represent the food, pharmaceutical, transportation, aerospace, transportation equipment and a variety of other sectors. Myself and Ronnie Bryant our CEO will be working very hard to learn more about what these leaders are experiencing in the area of corporate real estate and how we might be able to assist them with their future opportunities.
Upcoming Events to Be Aware of in Charlotte USA:
- Energy Inc Event - April 23rd
- Charlotte USA - The New Energy Capital Technology Development Goup Mtg - April 26
- Energy Storage Event - May 3-4
- Texas Trip - Week of May 10th
- European Trip - Week of May 10th
- NASCAR Hall of Fame Opening - May 11th
- Race Week - May 22-30
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