Steeda Autosports Attends Go Global Seminar to Discuss International Trade Opportunities
April 4, 2013
Valdosta, Georgia – The Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority (VLCIA) with Dario Orlando President, President of Steeda Autosports attended the The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) International Trade Team’s Global Market Insights seminar with 10 International Directors from overseas offices, including; Brazil, Canada, China, Chile, Europe, Israel, Japan, Korea, Mexico and the United Kingdom.
Georgia’s international representatives are experts in their fields and keep the state of Georgia globally competitive by helping make Georgia communities the leading location for international investment, and outstanding source for quality products and services. Existing Georgia Companies engaged in international trade or considering growth through international trade had the opportunity during the Go Global seminar to learn first-hand about strategic world markets, and the opportunity to explore export and investment opportunities.
“The state of Georgia’s Go Global presentation provided a wealth of information on the economic conditions of international markets,” said Mr. Orlando. “As well as provided the opportunity for Steeda to establish a relationship with representatives in Georgia’s International Offices in China where Steeda is currently emerging in the marketplace for auto performance parts.”
Andrea Schruijer, VLCIA Executive Director added, “This event was instrumental in our efforts to supporting our existing industries. Through the resources at the Department of Economic Development, we were able to introduce an existing industry to key partners that will assist them, increasing foreign trade here in Valdosta-Lowndes County.”
About Steeda Autosports
Steeda Autosports engineers and manufactures performance and appearance products for the Ford Mustang, Ford Fusion, Ford Focus, Ford Fiesta and Ford Edge.
About Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority
The Industrial Authority is an organization that oversees industrial and economic development in Valdosta and Lowndes County. In 1960 the Authority was formed as an amendment to the Georgia State Constitution. The mission of the Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority is to recruit new industry, support existing industry, create employment opportunities for the citizens of our region, expand and diversify the sources for public tax revenue, and stimulate private investment.
About The Georgia Department of Economic Development
The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) plans, manages and mobilizes state resources to attract new business investment to Georgia, drive the expansion of existing industry and small business, locate new markets for Georgia products, inspire tourists to visit Georgia, and promote the state as a top destination for arts events and film, music and digital entertainment projects. Visit www.georgia.org.
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