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May212015

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Come See the Technologies That Will Run the Smart Cities of the Future

InnovationGlobal City Teams Challenge
If you’d like to see a glimpse of this exciting future as it arrives, please join us at the Global City Teams Challenge Expo on June 1, 2015, at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. Whether you’re a civic official, interested member of the public, or corporate leader, you’ll have a chance to experience firsthand the future of Smart Cities and Internet of Things applications.

May202015

U.S. Deputy Commerce Secretary Bruce Andrews Participates in Grand Opening of New Manufacturing Facility in Michigan

InnovationBruce H. Andrews
Today, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews participated in the grand opening of ABB’s new manufacturing facility in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The company’s investment in its first robotics facility in the United States demonstrates their commitment to the North American market and is a strong signal that America has the most attractive investment climate in the world.

May202015

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker Discusses Tunisia's Economic and Commercial Future at Business Roundtable Event

Trade and InvestmentTunisian President Beji Caid Essebsi
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker joined Tunisian President Beji Caid Essebsi, Tunisian government officials, and American business leaders for an open dialogue on how to strengthen Tunisia’s economy and on how the country can translate its remarkable political transition into sustainable economic progress.

May202015

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45 American Companies Win President's “E” and “E” Star Awards for Export Excellence

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Earlier this week, I had the honor of presenting 45 American companies with the President's “E” and “E” Star Awards, a recognition awarded to U.S. businesses that have made significant contributions to U.S. exports. These awardees, which range from small- and medium- sized businesses to household names, understand the importance of exports to their bottom line, American jobs, and the U.S.

May182015

Remarks from U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker at the 53rd Anniversary of the President's "E" Awards Ceremony

Trade and InvestmentE AwardsPenny PritzkerTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker delivered remarks at the 2015 President’s “E” Awards ceremony, which honored 45 American companies and organizations for their significant contributions to the expansion of U.S. exports. This is the 53rd anniversary of the “E” Awards, which was originally created by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 to recognize persons, firms, and organizations...

May182015

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker Presents U.S. Companies with President's "E" Award for Export Success

Trade and InvestmentPenny PritzkerE AwardsTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP)
Today, U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker honored 45 American companies and organizations, many of which are small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), at the 2015 President’s “E” Awards ceremony. This year marks the 53rd anniversary of the “E” Awards presentation, which recognizes companies and organizations that make a significant contribution to the expansion of U.S. exports. ...

May152015

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World Trade Month: NOAA Welcomes Two New Seaports as Part of the Physical Oceanographic Real-Time System (PORTS®)

Trade and InvestmentEnvironmentPhysical Oceanographic Real-time System
Two southeast Louisiana shipping hubs, critical to the U.S. economy, are now part of NOAA's Physical Oceanographic Real Time System (PORTS®). The new multi-sensor systems will increase navigation safety and allow for increased efficiency on ships transiting through the Port of Morgan City and Port Fourchon, Louisiana.

May152015

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Deputy Secretary Bruce Andrews Celebrates U.S.-Polish Partnership in Aerospace Industry

Trade and InvestmentBoeingUnited Technologies Corporation (UTC)Bruce H. Andrews
Bruce Andrews, Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce, joined Polish Deputy Minister of Economy Andrzej Dycha on Friday, May 15 to commemorate a new business deal between Boeing Commercial Airlines and United Technologies Corporation (UTC) Aerospace Systems that will create more jobs in Poland.

May142015

The rise of the micro-multinational, and why it matters to the U.S. economy

Trade and InvestmenteBayDavid WenigPenny PritzkerTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
In today's economy, all businesses need to think globally. Any entrepreneur or CEO faces a world that is more interconnected and more competitive than ever -- and to succeed in the 21st century, any smart enterprise knows that its customer base is not just around the corner, but around the world. There is no doubt that the global economic landscape has changed dramatically in recent years...

May142015

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Secretary Pritzker Addresses Importance of Supply Chain Innovation and Public-Private Partnerships at Global Supply Chain Summit 2015

Trade and InvestmentInnovationManufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP)Global Supply Chain Summit
This week, Secretary Pritzker delivered the keynote speech at the Global Supply Chain Summit hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The event gathered business leaders and supply chain experts to discuss the biggest supply chain challenges facing U.S.

May142015

Deputy Secretary Bruce Andrews Highlights Economic Partnership with Poland at American Chamber of Commerce in Warsaw

Trade and InvestmentTransatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (T-TIP)President's Export Council (PEC)
Today, Deputy Secretary Bruce Andrews discussed America's economic relationship with Poland at the American Chamber of Commerce in Warsaw, Poland. As one of the United States’ closest partners in fostering transatlantic security, strengthening economic prosperity, and promoting democracy, American businesses and government leaders want to continue to deepen economic and commercial ties with...

May142015

Remarks from U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker at the Discover Global Markets: The Americas Forum

Trade and InvestmentTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)Discover Global Markets Forum
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker announced today that she will travel to Colombia and Brazil next month, making her first trip to South America since joining the Commerce Department. As part of the Administration’s strong and sustained engagement throughout the hemisphere, she will meet with business executives and government leaders in both countries focusing on ways to deepen bilateral...

May132015

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Spotlight on Commerce: MBDA National Deputy Director Albert Shen

InnovationAsian American Pacific IslanderSpotlight on Commerce
Asian Pacific Islander (API) Heritage Month is a celebration of the culture, traditions, and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. It is an opportunity to reflect on the diversity of API immigrants’ journeys to come to America. Like many immigrants that come to the United States, my parents left their home country to escape governmental oppression.

May132015

Deputy Secretary Bruce Andrews Delivers Keynote Address at Regional Cybersecurity Summit in Bucharest, Romania

Trade and InvestmentRegional Cybersecurity SummitNational Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE)Cybersecurity Framework for Critical Infrastructure
Deputy Secretary Bruce Andrews kicked-off the Regional Cybersecurity Summit in Bucharest, Romania by discussing the importance of cybersecurity as the keynote speaker. The event, co-hosted by the Government of Romania and the U.S. Government, gathered businesses and delegates from the Deputy Secretary’s trade mission and public and private sector officials from Central and Southeast Europe to...

May122015

Remarks from U.S.Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker at the Global Supply Chain Summit 2015

Trade and InvestmentInnovationGlobal Supply Chain SummitBig DataManufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP)
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker delivered remarks on the importance of the public and private sectors working together to improve America’s supply chains at the Global Supply Chain Summit 2015. The event, organized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, gathered public and private sector leaders to discuss connecting businesses to global markets and opportunities to enhance supply...

May122015

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Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker Joins President Obama in Announcing Expanded Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) Initiative

InnovationPresidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE)
Yesterday, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker joined President Obama in celebrating emerging entrepreneurs from across the United States and around the world. During the event, the White House announced the addition of nine new members of the Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) initiative, which Secretary Pritzker chairs.

May122015

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From Airbnb to KIND Snacks: The White House Celebrates Entrepreneurs Around the World

InnovationSpark Global Entrepreneurship InitiativePresidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE)Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES)Penny Pritzker
Yesterday at the Global Entrepreneurship meeting, President Obama welcomed emerging entrepreneurs from across the country and around the world to the White House to honor their achievements in their fields of business.

May122015

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Building a Brighter Future for Coal Communities

InnovationShaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR)Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR)Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative
A dramatic transformation in our energy economy is driving fundamental changes in the way we power our homes, offices, factories and communities. This means cleaner air, healthier communities, and new jobs and industries that didn’t exist two decades ago.

May112015

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Rural Communities Rising to the (i6) Challenge

Innovationi6 ChallengeRegional Innovation Strategies Program (RIS)Startup America Initiative
The American innovative and entrepreneurial spirit has long provided a foundation for our strong economy. This is no less true in rural regions. In its new form as part of EDA’s Regional Innovation Strategies (RIS) Program, the 2014 i6 Challenge aimed to make targeted, strategic investments in a broader range of communities.

May112015

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Department of Commerce Hosts Forum to Better Aid Internet Exporters

Trade and InvestmentDavid WenigPenny PritzkerNEI/NEXT
Recently, incoming eBay CEO Devin Wenig, eBay executives, and Department of Commerce leadership including Secretary Penny Pritzker and Under Secretary Stefan Selig hosted a first-of-its-kind “Listen and Learn” session with small businesses who are successfully making international sales online through eBay Marketplace.

May112015

FACT SHEET: Expanding and Building Upon the Success of the Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) Initiative

InnovationPresidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE)
The Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) initiative was created to develop the next generation of entrepreneurs both at home and abroad. President Obama launched the initiative last April in the Roosevelt Room at the White House. In the initiative’s first year, PAGE members utilized their knowledge, ideas, and talent to inspire and empower the next generation of...

May112015

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker Celebrates White House Expansion of Highly-Successful Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship Initiative

InnovationPresidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE)Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES)
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker joined President Obama in celebrating emerging entrepreneurs from across the United States and around the world. During the event, the White House announced the addition of nine new members of the Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) initiative, which Secretary Pritzker chairs. PAGE is a group of America’s most respected...

May072015

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Exporting is an Open Book: 11th Edition of ‘A Basic Guide to Exporting’ Now Available

Trade and InvestmentBasic Guide to ExportingWorld Trade Month
Since May is World Trade Month, it’s only fitting that the U.S. Department of Commerce reiterate its commitment to helping companies—especially small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) —that are interested in exporting. Earlier today, we released the 11th edition of ‘A Basic Guide to Exporting’ which will help businesses navigate the avenues of trade.

May072015

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Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker Recognizes Employees in Honor of Public Service Recognition Week (Video)

About the U.S. Department of CommercePublic Service Recognition Week
In honor of Public Service Recognition Week, Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker recognizes the men and women who work tirelessly on behalf of America’s businesses, communities and workers. In particular, she thanks all Commerce employees for advancing the “Open for Business Agenda” and for the commitment to building a culture of excellence and responsiveness.

May072015

Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker to Participate in White House Event Recognizing Emerging Global Entrepreneurs

InnovationGlobal Entrepreneurship Summit (GES)
On Monday, May 11, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker will participate in a White House event focused on celebrating emerging entrepreneurs from across the United States and around the world. In addition, the White House will announce the expansion of the Presidential Ambassadors for Global Entrepreneurship (PAGE) initiative, adding nine new members to the group...

May072015

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Enjoy All that America Has to Offer – Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week!

Trade and InvestmentNational Travel and Tourism Week
It’s National Travel and Tourism Week and there is a lot to celebrate! Last year, 74.7 million international visitors to the United States generated $220.6 billion dollars in spending – a record number of visitors and a record year. Overall, the travel and tourism industry generated $1.5 trillion in total sales in 2014, which supported 7.8 million U.S. jobs.

May062015

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Commerce's Leadership and Innovation Network (LINC) Holds First Ever Innovation Unconference

Trade and InvestmentAbout the U.S. Department of Commerce
It is the mission of the Department of Commerce to make America more innovative; we collect and distribute information vital to businesses, we develop and commercialize new technologies, we make sure that our economy is a part of — not apart from — the ecosystems of this planet. But how do we improve the conduct of our own mission?

May062015

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U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews Recognizes Public Service Recognition Week

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This week is Public Service Recognition Week, May 3-9, 2015. In honor of the event, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews extends his appreciation and recognizes the men and women who serve our nation as federal, state, county and local government employees. Thank you to all government employees for the hard work you do on behalf of the American people.

May052015

Statement from U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker on International Trade in Goods and Services in March 2015

Trade and InvestmentU.S. International Trade in Goods and ServicesTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)Trade Promotion Authority (TPA)
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker issued the following statement today on the release of the March 2015 U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services data. Total goods and services exports increased by $1.6 billion or 0.9 percent in March. Among goods exports, the fastest growth was in the automotive sector (6.9 percent), capital goods (3.3 percent) and foods, feeds and beverages (3.1...

May052015

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World Trade Month: Reflecting on How Trade and Investment Lift the U.S. Economy

Trade and InvestmentWorld Trade Month
May is World Trade Month. Every year at this time, we acknowledge the importance of trade and investment, and reiterate our commitment to the workers and businesses that sustain our country’s competitive advantages. And given the records we achieved last year, this World Trade Month offers an excellent opportunity to reflect on how trade and investment lifts the U.S. economy.

May012015

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Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker Discusses U.S.-Japan Relationship in Los Angeles

Trade and InvestmentJapanese Prime Minister Shinzo AbeSelectUSATrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
During a conference with American and Japanese business leaders last week in Los Angeles, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker delivered remarks on the U.S.-Japan economic partnership. Appearing alongside Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and U.S. Ambassador to Japan Caroline Kennedy at the Japan-U.S.

May012015

U.S. Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker Delivers Remarks on the Strategic Importance of the Economic, Trade, and Investment Partnership Between the United States and Japan

Trade and InvestmentJapanese Prime Minister Shinzo AbeTrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)U.S. Ambassador to Japan Caroline KennedySelectUSATrans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker today delivered remarks on the strength of the U.S.-Japan economic partnership, the shared goal of deepening our countries’ bilateral investment ties, and the strategic importance of transforming our trade relationship through the Trans-Pacific Partnership. ...

May012015

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Commerce Hosts Inaugural Data Advisory Council (Video)

DataOpen DataOpen for Business AgendaCommerce Data Advisory Council (CDAC)
As Colin Parris, Vice President of Software Research at General Electric, reflected on his participation in the inaugural Commerce Data Advisory Council (CDAC) he said, “I think CDAC can achieve (things) that could be monumental towards the growth of data in the U.S. and the relevance of the U.S. as a data power.”

May012015

U.S. Deputy Commerce Secretary Bruce Andrews Announces Delegation to Join Cybersecurity Trade Mission to Romania and Poland

Trade and InvestmentCybersecurityCybersecurity Framework for Critical InfrastructureBruce H. Andrews
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews today announced he will lead a delegation of 20 American companies on a Cybersecurity Trade Mission to Bucharest, Romania, and Warsaw, Poland May 11-15, 2015. Assistant Secretary for Industry and Analysis Marcus Jadotte will also participate in the mission.

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