Deputy Secretary Speeches

Dec212016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Addresses the National Economic Council Manufacturing USA Event

InnovationManufacturing USAScience, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL)
Today, at the White House, U.S. Deputy Secretary Bruce Andrews addressed the Manufacturing USA stakeholder event recognizing the success of the Manufacturing USA program.  The event included a new institute announcement from DOD, new institute highlights from the Departments of Commerce and Energy, and success stories from existing Manufacturing USA institutes.

Dec162016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at Launch of U.S. National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct

Operational ExcellenceTrade and InvestmentU.S. National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct (NAP RBC)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered opening remarks at the launch event for the U.S. National Action Plan on Responsible Business Conduct (NAP RBC). The NAP RBC promotes and incentivizes responsible business conduct overseas by pushing for higher standards and a more level playing field globally, and strengthening public-private coordination to help U.S. companies...

Dec072016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Keynote Remarks at America Georgia Business Council Annual Conference

Trade and InvestmentCommercial Law Development Program (CLDP)America Georgia Business Council (AGBC)New Silk Road
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered keynote remarks at the America Georgia Business Council (AGBC) annual conference. Founded in 1998, the AGBC promotes trade between North America and Georgia by helping companies focus and accelerate decision-making to forge bilateral business partnerships.

Dec072016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Keynote Remarks on Tech Workforce Development at Urban Alliance Event

InnovationCommunities that Work PartnershipCybersecurityWorkforce DevelopmentSkills for Business
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered keynote remarks at an event hosted by the Urban Alliance on “Young People, Tech and the Future of Work.” The event brought together leaders in government, business, and academia to collaborate on creating opportunities for young people and the business community to train, prepare, and leverage the skills of the next-generation of...

Dec062016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at 4th Annual Kazakhstan-U.S. Convention

Trade and InvestmentKazakhstan-U.S. ConventionIntellectual Property Rights (IPR)Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP)Special American Business Internship Training Program
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the 4th Annual Kazakhstan-U.S. Convention, which brings public and private sector leaders from both countries together to strategize about the future of the U.S.-Kazakhstan bilateral trade and investment relationship.

Oct312016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at U.S.-Investment Advisory Council Meeting

Trade and InvestmentForeign Direct Investment (FDI)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the U.S. Investment Advisory Council (IAC) meeting in Washington. Established by Secretary Pritzker, the IAC provides recommendations on foreign direct investment (FDI) opportunities and plays a significant role in partnering foreign companies with American markets.

Oct312016

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker Delivers Keynote Address at Bureau of Industry and Security Annual Update Conference

Trade and InvestmentBureau of Industry and Security (BIS) Annual Update ConferenceExport Control Reform (ECR)
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker delivered the keynote address at the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) Annual Update Conference Luncheon in Washington D.C. Speaking to more than 1,000 public and private sector leaders from across the export control landscape, Secretary Pritzker highlighted the key role BIS plays in national security and emphasized the vital work the agency...

Oct202016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at Opening Ceremony of U.S.-China Advanced Medical Technology Symposium

Trade and InvestmentHealth Care Business Development Mission to ChinaHealthcareE-Health
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered welcoming remarks today at the U.S.-China Advanced Medical Technology Symposium in Chongqing, China. The Symposium is a half-day event where government officials, academics, and industry leaders will discuss key issues in health and healthcare, such as women’s health, oncology, and non-communicable diseases. Chongqing is the second stop of...

Oct182016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at Chinese Health Care Trade Association

Trade and InvestmentHealth Care Business Development Mission to ChinaHealthcare
To begin his remarks, Deputy Secretary Andrews outlined last year’s U.S.-China Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade in Guangzhou led by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker and Chinese Vice Premier Wang Yang. While the program, “Achieving a Successful Health and Healthcare Ecosystem” was successful in bringing together leaders from both countries, Deputy Secretary Andrews emphasized that...

Oct172016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at China Hospital Association

Trade and InvestmentU.S.-China Tourism YearHealth Care Business Development Mission to China
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at a luncheon hosted by the China Hospital Association as part of the health care business development mission in Beijing. Deputy Secretary Andrews is leading the mission and is joined by Acting Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Mary Wakefield and representatives from 12 U.S...

Oct112016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Keynote Address at CSIS Asian Architecture Conference

Trade and InvestmentAsia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)Association of South East Nations (ASEAN)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered keynote remarks at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Asian Architecture Summit. The Summit brought together thought leaders, business executives, and policy makers to discuss trade in the Asia Pacific region, and the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit to be held in Peru. During his...

Oct062016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at Internet of Things Global Summit

InnovationThe Internet of Things (IoT)Digital Economy
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the Internet of Things (IoT) Global Summit. The Summit brings together policy makers and leading IoT industry stakeholders to discuss the opportunities and benefits the IoT brings, along with pressing issues affecting the IoT ecosystem in the United States and globally.

Oct042016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Opening Remarks at the Association for Mexican Entrepreneurs Leadership Summit

Trade and InvestmentU.S.-Mexico High Level Economic Dialogue (HLED)Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
Yesterday, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered welcoming remarks at the Association for Mexican Entrepreneurs 20th Anniversary Leadership Summit. In his address, Deputy Secretary Andrews emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Mexican trade relationship, and the successes of the U.S.-Mexico High Level Economic Dialogue (HLED). HLED was established by President Obama and...

Sep302016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Addresses Digital Economy Board of Advisors Meeting

InnovationDigital Economy Board of AdvisorsDigital EconomyTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)EU-U.S. Privacy ShieldCybersecurity Framework for Critical InfrastructureDigital AttacheBruce H. Andrews
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered opening remarks at the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Digital Economy Board of Advisors (DEBA) meeting in Mountain View, California. Established by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker earlier this year, the DEBA serves as a centralized forum for gathering consensus input from a wide range of stakeholders and experts to help...

Sep282016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at Danish Royal Visit and Business Delegation

Trade and InvestmentInnovationDataTransatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP)Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)Digital EconomyDigital Single Market (DSM)EU-U.S. Privacy ShieldBruce H. Andrews
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks to the Danish Royal Visit and Business Delegation in Washington. Danish Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary are leading a two-day trade promotion visit, accompanied by Danish trade officials and representatives from 60 Danish companies.

Sep262016

Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Addresses Cybersecurity Across North America Summit

InnovationCybersecurityCanadaMexicoDigital EconomyNational Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE)National Cybersecurity Center of ExcellenceBruce H. Andrews
Today, Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews addressed U.S., Canadian and Mexican officials gathered at the Cybersecurity Across North America Summit, hosted by the New America Foundation. He highlighted the revolutionary new technologies that are powering a digital economy across all three countries. Still, the Deputy Secretary warned that these technologies come with increased threats from...

Sep152016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Keynote at the Internet Security Alliance's 15th Anniversary Cybersecurity Conference

InnovationCybersecurityDigital EconomyMalcolm Baldrige National Quality AwardNational Cybersecurity Workforce Framework
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered a keynote address at the Internet Security Alliance’s (ISA) Cybersecurity Conference in Washington. The ISA is a multi-sector international trade association combining advocacy and programming on cyber risk management.

Sep132016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at Manufacturing Extension Partnership Conference in Detroit

InnovationManufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP)National Network for Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI)Manufacturing USA
Today, Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews addressed the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Conference about the success of this national public-private partnership in catalyzing U.S. manufacturing and evolving to better support manufacturers. The Deputy Secretary referenced his own experience at Ford to speak about the recovery in American manufacturing since the financial crisis,...

Jul212016

U.S. Deputy Seretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at the White House Economic Development Forum

InnovationSelectUSA Investment SummitStartup GlobalTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the White House Economic Development Forum. This annual event, jointly hosted by the Department of Commerce’s SelectUSA, the National Economic Council, and the International Economic Development Council, brought together the country’s leading economic development professionals to provide commentary on the nation’s...

Jul202016

U.S. Deputy Commerce Secretary Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at the U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Awards Ceremony

EnvironmentOpen for Business AgendaScience, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)Green Ribbon Schools
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews provided opening remarks at the U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools awards ceremony. The 2016 awardees include 73 schools from 25 states and the District of Columbia that have demonstrated significant progress in improving their environmental impacts and costs, improving health and wellness for students and staff, and enhancing...

Jun292016

Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at President's Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa

Trade and InvestmentPresident's Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa (PAC-DBIA)U.S.-Africa Business Forum
Today, Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews, on behalf of U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker, attended the President’s Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa (PAC-DBIA) in Washington. The PAC-DBIA brought together business leaders and government officials to discuss strategies designed to strengthen commercial engagement between the United States and Africa. In the final...

Jun242016

Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at the Business Council for International Understanding’s 2016 Reception Honoring Global Markets Leadership and Senior Commercial Officers

Trade and InvestmentSelectUSA Investment SummitTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)EU-U.S. Privacy Shield
Thank you for that kind introduction. I want to thank Peter Tichansky, Jeff Donald, and the entire BCIU team for hosting this wonderful reception. To our friends at Boeing, thank you for opening up your beautiful new complex to us. I also want to acknowledge AES Corporation, Black & Veatch, and Google for their support of this event.

Jun162016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Promotes U.S. Manufacturing at Local Motors Facility Opening at Maryland's National Harbor

InnovationNational Network for Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI)ManufacturingNational Week of MakingManufacturing DaySkills for Business
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the opening of Local Motors’ National Harbor facility. The new Local Motors’ National Harbor location exemplifies the strength of American industry through the facility’s focus on 3D-printing, co-creation and the unveiling of Local Motors’ Olli, an on-demand self-driving shuttle.

Jun142016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Keynote Address at Annual Center for Strategic and International Studies and Japan External Trade Organization Conference

Trade and InvestmentTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)SelectUSA Investment Summit
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered the keynote remarks at a luncheon hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO). This luncheon builds upon the United States and Japan’s shared commitments for security, democracy and mutual economic benefit with the recent signing of a Memorandum of Intent.

Jun082016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at Conference Hosted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and George Mason University

InnovationTrade and InvestmentIntellectual Property (IP)Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at a conference hosted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and George Mason University’s Center for the Protection of Intellectual Property. The Department of Commerce is committed to promoting the commercialization of technologies through licensing and promoting licensing of U.S. technologies overseas,...

Jun072016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at Recreation Vehicle Industry Association's (RVIA) Impact Study Release

Trade and InvestmentTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association’s (RVIA) unveiling of its “RVs Move America Economic Impact Study”. The Deputy Secretary’s remarks come one-week after President Obama visited Elkhart, Indiana, the “RV Capital of the World.”

Jun032016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Leads the U.S. Delegation and Delivers Opening Remarks at the 4th U.S.-Pakistan Business Opportunities Conference in New York City

Trade and InvestmentU.S.-Pakistan Business Opportunities ConferencePakistanBruce H. Andrews
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered opening remarks at the 4th U.S.-Pakistan Business Opportunities Conference at the Citigroup Conference Center in New York City. This conference builds upon the Joint Action Plan that President Obama and Prime Minister Sharif committed to that will increase bilateral trade and investment during the next five years, help modernize...

May252016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at First-Ever National Asian-American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Business Summit

InnovationAsian American Pacific IslanderTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)Entrepreneurship
In recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered welcoming remarks at the first-ever National Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Business Summit, hosted by the Department’s Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) and the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (WHIAAPI). With attendees...

May172016

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U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Highlights Impact of Trans-Pacific Partnership at Footwear Trade Association Event

Trade and InvestmentTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
oday, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the 2016 Footwear Distributors and Retailers Association (FDRA) Executive Summit. During his remarks, Deputy Secretary Andrews stressed the importance of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and how the trade agreement would ensure our nation’s competitiveness in the 21st century global economy.

May062016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Keynote Address at 4th Meeting of the Commerce Data Advisory Committee

DataCommerce Data Advisory Council (CDAC)America's Data AgencyDigital Economy
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered the keynote address at the 4th Meeting of the Commerce Data Advisory Council (CDAC) held at the Google Headquarters in New York. The 19- member council of leading technologists and data leaders was created to provide the Department with advice and recommendations to revolutionize Commerce data, enabling the public and private...

Apr042016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at 2016 Hannover Messe Kick-Off Event

Trade and InvestmentHannover MesseForeign Direct Investment (FDI)Digital Economy
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at “On the Road to Hannover Messe,” an event hosted by the German Embassy in cooperation with Siemens AG to kick-off the 2016 Hannover Messe. For the first time in the fair’s modern history, the United States is the official partner country for the 2016 Hannover Messe taking place April 25 to 29 in Hannover, Germany...

Mar302016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Keynote Remarks at the Strata + Hadoop Conference

DataAmerica's Data AgencyCommerce Data Usability Project (CDUP)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered keynote remarks at the Strata + Hadoop Conference, one of the largest gatherings of technology, data and web development professionals in the United States. During his remarks, Deputy Secretary Andrews discussed the Commerce Department’s role as “America’s Data Agency,” and urged all those using the Department’s data to share why...

Mar112016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Highlights Importance of Promoting U.S. Nuclear Exports

Trade and InvestmentNuclear Energy
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the Global Nuclear Energy Financing Workshop hosted by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration. The Workshop follows the White House Summit on Nuclear Energy and was a recommendation of the Commerce Department’s Civil Nuclear Trade Advisory Committee (CINTAC), a federal advisory committee that...

Mar102016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at 9th Global Infrastructure Leadership Forum

InnovationTrade and InvestmentSmart CitiesInfrastructureBruce H. Andrews
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered keynote remarks at the 9th Annual Global Infrastructure Leadership Forum hosted by CG/LA, a strategic partner of the Department’s International Trade Administration. In his remarks, Deputy Secretary Andrews highlighted the Department’s efforts – including the Global Infrastructure Initiative and support for Smart Cities growth – to...

Mar022016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks to American Business Group of Riyadh

Trade and InvestmentInnovation
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered keynote remarks to the American Business Group of Riyadh (ABGR), which serves as a platform for American businesses in Saudi Arabia. In his remarks, he highlighted the United States’ desire to help Saudi Arabia fulfill the goals of its Strategic Partnership for the 21st Century – the Saudi Government’s commitment to diversifying their...

Feb292016

In Beijing, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Highlights U.S. as Premiere Travel Destination at Launch of 2016 U.S.-China Tourism Year

Trade and InvestmentU.S.-China Tourism Year
Today in Beijing, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews helped launch the 2016 U.S.-China Tourism Year and delivered remarks at the opening ceremony. He highlighted the United States as a premiere travel destination and discussed how the Tourism Year is a tremendous opportunity for both countries to advance initiatives that create a higher quality visitor experience for travelers to and...

Jan282016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at Brazil-U.S. Business Council Meeting

Trade and InvestmentU.S.-Brazil CEO ForumFree Trade Agreement (FTA)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the Brazil-U.S. Business Council Strategic Planning Meeting, hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Before a group of public and private sector leaders, Deputy Secretary Andrews discussed the importance of the commercial relationship between the U.S. and Brazil and highlighted ways the Department of Commerce is working...

Jan282016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Highlights Impact of Trans-Pacific Partnership on Manufacturing at Washington International Trade Association Event

Trade and InvestmentTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered the keynote remarks on the impact of the Trans-Pacific Partnership on manufacturing at an event hosted by the Washington International Trade Association (WITA). The event was part of WITA's ongoing speaker series which brings together public and private sector leaders to explore different aspects of the TPP...

Jan202016

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Addresses State of the Economy at U.S. Conference of Mayors Annual Winter Meeting

InnovationEconomyRegional Innovation Strategies Program (RIS)Investing in Manufacturing Communities Partnership (IMCP)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks on the current state of the economy at the U.S. Conference of Mayors’ 84th Annual Winter Meeting. Addressing the Metro Economies Standing Committee, Deputy Secretary Andrews highlighted key areas of collaboration between the Department of Commerce and local governments across the country.

Dec092015

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Highlights Importance of Trans-Pacific Partnership at Retail Industry Leaders Association Meeting

Trade and InvestmentTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the Retail Industry Leaders Association’s (RILA) Government Affairs Committee Meeting. Before a group of public and private sector leaders, Deputy Secretary Andrews discussed the importance of the Trans-Pacific Partnership for retailers and how the trade agreement will benefit the retail industry. ...

Dec072015

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Delivers Remarks at Launch of the American Central European Business Association

Trade and InvestmentTransatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP)American Central European Business Association (ACEBA)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews delivered remarks at the launch of the American Central European Business Association (ACEBA), a non-profit, one-stop platform for dialogue between American corporate executives and political leaders from Central European countries.

Nov172015

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Underscores Importance of Combating Corruption in APEC Economies

Trade and InvestmentAsia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews underscored the importance of combating corruption in APEC economies during a keynote address at a forum hosted by the U.S.-APEC Business Council. Deputy Secretary Andrews is in Manila until Wednesday for the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit.

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