Governor’s International Trade Awards Luncheon: Honoring Global Excellence

The Minnesota Trade Office is delighted to invite you to join Governor Tim Walz and Commissioner Steve Grove, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, at a luncheon event to honor this year’s recipients of the Governor’s International Trade Awards. Traditionally, these awards recognize Minnesota companies that have shown exceptional progress and success in exports to foreign markets, as well as foreign-owned companies that have made significant economic contributions through their investments in the state.

Minnesota exports and foreign investment play an important role in the state’s economic growth. In 2018, exports of manufactured goods, services and agricultural commodities to foreign countries accounted for $33 billion in revenue and tens of thousands of jobs statewide. In addition, there are more than 900 foreign-owned businesses located across the state representing almost 40 countries, and these businesses employ nearly 128,000 Minnesotans.

Please join us at this celebration of the recipients of the Governor’s International Trade Awards and overall recognition of the tremendous positive impact that globally engaged Minnesota and foreign-owned businesses have on the state’s economy!

Agenda:

• Registration & Networking - 11:15am to 12:00pm
• Luncheon & Program - 12:00pm to 1:30pm

Pricing: 

• $55.00 for Early Bird (if registered by October 25, 2019 at 6pm)
• $70.00 for Standard (if registered by November 5, 2019 at 6pm)
• Call Jackie Geiger at 651-259-7485 for registration inquiries after November 5
• $500.00 for a Corporate Table (8 Seats - limited availability)

Registration Contact: Tracy Distante, Senior Administrative Specialist, 651-259-7444 or tracy.distante@state.mn.us

Event Contact: Barbara Mattson, Regional Trade Manager,  651-259-7490 or barbara.mattson@state.mn.us