Would you like to PROFIT IN AMERICA? - F...

To find out about doing business in the USA, particularly in Greater Richmond, Virginia, this exclusive Kent County Council workshop is for you.

The Greater Richmond Partnership is eager to:
- Identify trading and joint venture opportunities with Kent businesses.
- Offer inward investment opportunities, particularly if yours is a knowledge based business.

WHY GREATER RICHMOND?
A dynamic and prosperous region with a skilled and educated workforce. The state capital of Virginia and centre of government and education, Virginia was recently voted Best US State to do Business" by Forbes magazine. Midway between Boston and Florida - the ultimate strategic East Coast location. Great motorway links and only 1 ½ hour’s drive south of Washington DC. Three leading universities. A 400 year history of links with Kent. Outstanding quality of life with Southern charm!

You will also have the opportunity to meet with other Kent companies either considering doing business in the USA or looking to grow existing commercial operations.

WORKSHOP PROGRAMME

10.00 for 10.30am: Registration and coffee

10.30 am: Welcome by James Speck, Site Director, Kent Science Park

10.45 am: Introduction Alex King MBE, Deputy Leader, Kent County Council, followed by Greater Richmond Partnership, 'Profit in America' presentations by Greg Wingfield, GRP President, Gene Winter, GRP Senior Vice President, 'Why Greater Richmond?

12.00 noon: Buffet lunch with an opportunity for one-to-one meetings and networking.

To book your place at our workshop (first come - first served) contact Sue Wilkins at sue.wilkins@technologyenterprise.co.uk by 26th June 2009.

Confirmations and joining instructions will be sent nearer the time.

Visit the Greater Richmond Partnership web site - www.gprva.com