Global Initiatives Manager
Jasmin Sakai-Gonzalez, 213.580.7569
Southern California relies on the global economy. The Chamber works to advance global trade in the region and help local businesses build international relationships and expand global reach.
For more than 80 years, the Chamber has helped educate the region about
the importance and benefits of global trade through World Trade Week,
held each May. Beginning with the annual World Trade Week Kickoff
Breakfast, more than 40 events are held throughout the month of May in
Southern California to promote and advance global trade.
Chair: Kaylynn Kim, Los Angeles Harbor Commission
Co-Chair: Mario Cordero, Long Beach Harbor Commission
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View a webcast of the 2009 World Trade Week Kickoff Breakfast
The Chamber arranges one-on-one meetings between foreign business delegates and local U.S. companies and supports trade missions that match Southern California businesses with potential partners overseas. Read more ...
The Chamber's Quarterly Country Business Briefings connect local businesses with export/import representatives and trade consuls from featured nations to give an overview of the market opportunities. Read more ...
The Chamber offers a classroom style series teaching the basics of exporting techniques. The series shows participants how to assess their own export potential, protect themselves internationally, identify best markets, make ongoing export sales and get paid. Participants receive a certificate of completion. Read more ...
The Chamber offers certificates of origin online for a nominal fee. Click here to start the eCertify online process. ECertify is an electronic, hassle-free way to process your certificates of origin. Chamber members receive free certificates of origin when submitted in person at the Chamber.
Certificates of free sale are issued for a fee. Click here to apply for certificates of free sale.
The Chamber also issues letters of invitation for delegations wishing to visit the United States, as well as brief Chamber visits (fees are based on delegation size; this service is reserved for Chamber members only).