Central Texas – Monclova, Mexico Mission: Forging New Partnerships
A civic, commercial and academic mission to Monclova is planned September 24-26, 2008 to strengthen relationships and business between Central Texas and Monclova, Mexico, according to Dr. Jack Mogab, Center for Latin American Commerce, McCoy College of Business Administration, Texas State University-San Marcos.
The mission is partially funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Education, Business and International Education Program. Participants will include public officials, chamber executives, and Texas State faculty. Eight positions remain for business representatives interested in expanding their trade in Monclova. The city of Monclova has specific interest in developing relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, agents or distributors in the medical, steel, solar, and agriculture industries. Cost of the program is approximately $250-$300 per person. An extensive program, coordinated by Texas State, is planned to bring the Central Texas representatives together with their counterparts in Monclova. Deadline for submitting an application is August 8.
For more information or to apply, please contact Michael C. Maher at 512.736.0057 or mm1816@txstate.edu
Please click on coat of arms icon above for 2008 Mission Fact Sheet
Please click on hand icon above for 2008 Mission Application
Please click on business icon above for Main Companies & Suppliers in Monclova
LAB Mission Statement
The Latin American Business Program (LAB) provides quality academic and experiential learning opportunities to prepare students, faculty and the business community to compete successfully in the global markets. The LAB Program is dedicated to creating and disseminating knowledge to ptomote greater international awareness and understanding, especially within the Americas. Teaching is our primary focus. Research and service, however, complement our teaching and facilitate the continued improvement of our knowledge, awareness and skills through inquiry and exchange of ideas with practitioners in the global business community.
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