Rocio Terminio-Lopez, Latin Business Manager, Martin Ezemma, PGCEDC Director of International Business, Jose Burnes, PGCEDC Director of Manufacturing & Warehousing
PGCEDC Makes an International Impact At SelectUSA Mexico City Conference
Three-day conference organized by the U.S. Commercial Service and Select USA Office in Mexico City March 12 and 14th 2024
Mexico City, MX - An international delegation from the Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation staff attended the SelectUSA Mexico Conference, a 3-day conference organized by the U.S. Commercial Service and SelectUSA Office in Mexico City between March 12 and 14th 2024 at Sofitel Reforma, in the heart of Mexico City. Replete with a PGCEDC-branded booth, the Prince George's delegation encouraged Mexican businesses to expand into Prince George's County and engage Prince George's County businesses looking for opportunities in Mexico.
The conference was attended by PGCEDC's Director of International Business Martin Ezemma, Director of Warehousing and Manufacturing Jose Burnes, and Latin Business Manager Rocio Treminio-Lopez. PGEDC was one of only two U.S. based EDO's, the other was New Jersey.
"SelectUSA Mexico was a great opportunity for Prince George's County businesses because there is a large Latino community in the county, and Mexico is the closest and largest Latin American country," said Rocio Treminio-Lopez, PGCEDC Latin Business Manager. "I was amazed by Mexico's vast and diverse business ecosystem, which provides a great opportunity for Latino businesses looking to import or export products."
PGCEDC staff met with more than 35 Mexico-based business owners, including Lorena Carreño, CEO of Mezcal Carreno, who wants to establish a U.S. distribution network to sell mezcal in the U.S. Additional business leads and follow-ups will be with are INTUS Energy, Space Lab, Test Farma, MEDU Protection, Alexander's Steakhouse, Forte Innovation, and Caffenio.
"Mexico is the largest trade partner for the U.S. and presents many opportunities for Prince George's County businesses looking to import or export products and/or services due to its proximity, USMCA free trade agreement, and cultural affinity," said Jose Burnes, PGCEDC Business Development Manager for Manufacturing and Warehousing.
According to SelectUSA, Mexico currently has more than $54 billion invested in the U.S., and Maryland's trade with Mexico represented $5.1 billion in 2022, of which $4.6 billion were imports.
The SelectUSA Investment Summit occurs annually in Prince George's County at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center. This event provides an opportunity to meet potential investors before they attend, build relationships for future events, and create pathways for partnerships.
About SelectUSA
Select USA is a U.S. Government program administered by the Department of Commerce that facilitates job-creating business investment in the U.S. Select USA has facilitated more than $200 billion in investment and created/retained over 200,000 jobs.
About Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation
PGCEDC's mission is to cultivate and promote a strong local economy that supports the growth and prosperity of entrepreneurs and businesses, dedicated to strengthening communities through business development and job creation. For more information about the services the Economic Development Corporation provides to local companies, visit www.pgcedc.com.
Media Contact:
Rhett Butler
Marketing & Communications Manager, PGCEDC
240-427-7926