16 November 2009
Mystic Marriott
625 North Rd, Groton, CT
8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Opening Session with Congressman Joe Courtney (CT 2)

“Arming the Region’s Businesses for NATO Opportunities”

Agenda
Taking Advantage of NATO Opportunities
Speakers from the US mission to NATO will speak on the following topics:

• NATO Procurement Policy
• NATO Contacts
• Tender Participation
• Security Clearances
• US Government Assistance

European Union Briefings
Speakers from the European Union Office will address topics including:

• Economy and Business Environment
• Standards and Certifications
• Procurement Opportunities
• New Purchasing Directive for EU States
• Participation in EU Funded Programs
• Trade Agreements
• US Government Assistance

Industry Experts will speak on the following critical subject areas for companies looking to sell to NATO:

• Export Controls and ITAR
• Lean Logistics
• Financing Your Export Sale to NATO

SEMINAR DETAILS
Date: Monday, November 16, 2009
Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Location: Mystic Marriott
625 North Rd
Groton, CT 06340
Note: Special hotel rate ($101 per night + taxes) available. To book this rate, either click here to make your reservation or call the Mystic Marriott and mention the group name (US Department of Commerce NATO Procurement Seminar)
Cost: -Full day session (includes continental breakfast, lunch, and all
seminar sessions): $150
-Lunch only (luncheon speaker to be confirmed): $50
-Afternoon sessions: $50