2020 Investment Summit Exhibitors

June 1-3, 2020 | Washington Hilton, Washington, D.C.

2020 Exhibitors

Alabama Department of Commerce www.madeinalabama.com Booth: 618 Office of the Governor of the State of Alabama responsible for economic development activities that result in job creation and an increase in the standard of living for the citizens of our State.
American Electric Power www.aeped.com Booth: 417 The Economic and Business Development team at American Electric Power (AEP) provides comprehensive location advisory services to help you locate or expand your business. Backed by the power of the nation’s largest electric service territory covering 11 states, one call to our team gives you access to diverse geographic options and energy solutions not typically available from other utility companies.
Arizona Commerce Authority www.azcommerce.com Booth: 431 The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is the state's economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona’s economy. The ACA working with local partners including the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC), Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Sun Corridor are here to answer investment questions related to opportunities in the state.
Arkansas Inc. www.arkansasedc.com Booth: 130 The Arkansas Economic Development Commission seeks to create economic opportunity in Arkansas by attracting higher-paying jobs, expanding and diversifying local economies, increasing incomes and investment, and generating positive growth. Arkansas is a pro-business environment operating leaner, faster and more focused through a streamlined state government designed to act on corporate interests.
BDO www.bdo.com Booth: 509 BDO is a professional services firm providing assurance, tax and advisory services tailored to companies operating in the United States and across the globe. Our network extends across 162 countries and territories, with more than 73,000 people working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service and assistance in achieving their business and financial goals.
Black Hawk Economic Development, Inc. www.bhed.org Booth: 810 Black Hawk Economic Development is a non-profit economic development organization that assists new and existing businesses in the State of Iowa. In addition through an affiliate, the organization works with businesses and communities across the continental United States through the Federal New Market Tax Credit Program.
California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development www.business.ca.gov Booth: 515 The California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development partners with California communities to provide a suite of services for business looking to expand to California. We provide no-fee, confidential site selection, incentive navigation and permit assistance, including identifying opportunities for financial assistance, loan programs, tax credits, and grants aligned with the needs of industry. California stands ready to assist!
Charlotte Regional Business Alliance www.charlotteusa.com Booth: 208 A nonprofit, public/private economic development organization, the Charlotte Regional Partnership leverages regional resources to market the 16-county Charlotte region. The Partnership’s business development activities position Charlotte USA for sustained, long-term growth, job creation, and investment opportunities.
Choose New Jersey www.choosenj.com/home.aspx Booth: 500 New Jersey offers a highly educated workforce, a perfect location in the heart of the U.S. Northeast and unparalleled global access. Located within a day’s drive of 130 million consumers, New Jersey offers easy world access via its extensive road and rail network, #1 East Coast seaport and daily nonstop flights to 200 cities.
Iron Horse Industrial Park www.ironhorsecpn.com Booth: 627 Iron Horse is a general-use industrial park on the national rail line network in the center of the United States with unique tax advantages. The park consists of 400+ acres of Native American trust land located 35 minutes southeast of Oklahoma City. It is designated as a Magnate Site within Foreign Trade Zone #106.
Arlington, Texas - Office of Economic Development www.arlington-tx.gov/business Booth: 520 The City of Arlington, Texas is located at the center of the Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan area, 8-miles from the country's third largest airport. It's home to three professional sports teams, the largest business park in North Texas, and one of the fastest growing tier-one research institutions in the United States, the University of Texas at Arlington.
Clayco Booth: 412
CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) www.claconnect.com Booth: 608 CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, outsourcing, audit, tax, and consulting services. A member firm of the Nexia International network, CLA acts as a one-stop-shop, providing Global Concierge Services for our clients. With more than 6,100 people and 120 U.S. locations, we promise to know you and help you.
Colorado Business Round Table www.cobrt.com Booth: 621 Colorado Business Roundtable is an advocate for proactive, pro-business actions that strengthen the economy and allow businesses to grow and thrive in Colorado and the region.
Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade Booth: 726
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania www.dced.pa.gov/fdi Booth: 217 A leader in cross-border projects, Pennsylvania is committed to breaking down barriers for international businesses. Nearly 6,500 international companies have already invested here and found success — why not join them? From agribusiness and life sciences to energy and advanced manufacturing, we offer the most strategic, market-central location in the heart of the Northeast U.S.
State of Connecticut www.choosect.gov Booth: 816 The Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) is the state's lead agency responsible for strengthening Connecticut’s competitive position in the high-tech, knowledge-based global economy. DECD achieves its mission of increasing the global competitiveness of Connecticut businesses by developing two-way trade and investment opportunities; by aggressively pursuing foreign direct investment opportunities; and by building public/private strategic partnerships.
Conway Inc. Booths: 906, 904
Crowe LLP www.crowe.com Booth: 600 Crowe LLP is a public accounting, consulting, and technology firm with offices around the world. Connecting deep industry and specialized knowledge with innovative technology, our dedicated professionals create value for our clients with integrity and objectivity. We forge each relationship with the intention of delivering exceptional client service while upholding our core values and strong professional standards.
Duke Energy www.duke-energy.com Booth: 213 Duke Energy, the largest electric power holding company in the United States, supplies and delivers electricity to approximately 7.3 million electric retail customers located in six states in the Southeast and Midwest. Our business recruitment team helps end users, site consultants and real estate firms identify sites and buildings during the site selection process within our six-state service territory.
Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina www.edpnc.com Booth: 301 The Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC) is a public-private nonprofit organization responsible for business recruitment functions previously conducted by the North Carolina Department of Commerce. On behalf of the state, the EDPNC also supports existing employers, helps to increase North Carolina exports, assists in the formation of new business start-ups, and markets the state for travel and tourism.
New York State of Opportunity www.esd.ny.gov Booth: 413 New York State is committed to helping your business thrive and grow. With world-class infrastructure, creative incentives, the lowest taxes in decades and a diverse and talented workforce, New York State is attracting the companies of the future. To find out more about how New York State can help your business grow, go to esd.ny.gov.
Enterprise Florida, Inc. www.enterpriseflorida.com Booth: 329 Enterprise Florida, Inc. is a partnership between Florida's business and government leaders and is the principal economic development organization for the state of Florida. Headquartered in Orlando, Enterprise Florida’s mission is to facilitate job growth for Florida’s businesses and citizens leading to a vibrant statewide economy.
EY www.ey.com Booth: 209 EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The industry-based insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. It’s part of building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities.
fDi Intelligence Booth: 722
FirstEnergy Corporation www.firstenergycorp.com Booth: 826 FirstEnergy is a leading US-based utility which provides assistance to companies considering locating or expanding their business in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Maryland. We offer locally-based staff who know the area and businesses. Our specialized foreign investment team offers a full suite of location advisory services including a European support office based in the Netherlands.
Foster LLP Booth: 223
Fulton County Center for Regional Growth www.fccrg.org Booth: 625 The Mission of the Fulton County Center for Regional Growth is to strengthen our economic base, facilitate sustainable growth, enhance the competitive position of our region, its counties, towns and cities and facilitate investments that build capacity, create jobs, improve quality of life and increase the standard of living for all of its residents.
State of Georgia www.georgia.org Booth: 313 As a global leader in the marketplace, companies, site selectors, and visitors say that Georgia has a totality of assets to offer. The Georgia Department of Economic Development and local economic development partners across the state work to attract new business investments, encourage expansion of existing industries and locate new markets for Georgia products.
Global Location Strategies Booth: 623
Grant Thornton LLP www.grantthornton.com Booth: 611 Grant Thornton LLP (Grant Thornton) is the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd, one of the world’s leading organizations of independent audit, tax and advisory firms. Grant Thornton has revenues in excess of $1.7 billion and operates 59 offices. We’ve never been a typical professional services firm. We put people first, and that is what sets us apart.
Gray Construction Booth: 521
Great Falls Montana Development Authority www.gfdevelopment.org Booth: 125 Public/private economic development organization serving the Great Falls north-central Montana region. Our economy excels in food and agricultural processing, steel fabrication, energy production and support, aerospace, health claims processing, and back office/call center operations. New BNSF-certified rail industrial park. Home to successful Canadian, French, and Japanese owned manufacturing operations. Interstate 15 corridor between Calgary and Salt Lake City.
Idaho Department of Commerce www.commerce.idaho.gov Booth: 316 The lead economic development agency for the State of Idaho, the mission of the Idaho Department of Commerce is to foster a business friendly environment to aid in job creation, support existing companies, strengthen communities, attract new businesses, and market Idaho to grow and expand the economy.
INBLF (International Network of Boutique and Independent Law Firms) www.inblf.com Booth: 806 INBLF is a distinguished network of boutique law firms across the United States and Canada and independent full-service firms internationally. INBLF offers businesses, investors and entrepreneurs seamless access to high-quality, reasonably-priced legal services in their home countries and the U.S. INBLF’s carefully selected and experienced lawyers practice in virtually every area of interest for doing business in U.S. markets.
Indiana Economic Development Corporation www.astatethatworks.com Booth: 142 Indiana is taking its economy to the next level with a focus on high-priority industries and high-demand jobs driving Indiana’s economy forward. Creating the opportunity for all Hoosiers to earn a good living and prosper in a diverse economic environment that encourages growth, creates and retains the jobs of today and attracts and invests in the jobs of tomorrow.
Intersect Illinois www.intersectillinois.org Booth: 529 Intersect Illinois is a resource for doing business in Illinois. We connect companies with our network of partners and provide information and guidance to make location and expansion decisions. Intersect Illinois provides data, site selection assistance, and connections to companies looking to grow in Illinois, serving as a single point of contact to help navigate and simplify the process.
Invest Puerto Rico www.investpr.org Booth: 617 Invest Puerto Rico is a non-profit organization with the mission of promoting Puerto Rico as a competitive investment jurisdiction to attract new business and capital investment to the island. Our vision is to be a transformational and results-oriented accelerator of economic development in Puerto Rico.
JobsOhio www.jobs-ohio.com Booth: 505 JobsOhio is the state’s lead economic development organization charged with driving job creation and capital investment in Ohio through business attraction, retention and expansion efforts. The JobsOhio team of industry experts understands the needs of growing businesses and supports them with the guidance, contacts and resources necessary to succeed in Ohio. Visit our website to learn more.
Kansas Department of Commerce www.kansascommerce.gov Booth: 612 The Kansas Department of Commerce provides comprehensive site location assistance to firms interested in expanding in the United States. We can provide information related to a company's site search such as buildings and land and prepare a state incentive offer, including no personal property tax on machinery and equipment, sales tax exemptions, income tax credits, workforce training and financial assistance.
Loudoun County Economic Development www.biz.loudoun.gov Booth: 326 At the Loudoun County Department of Economic Development, we are here to help build your business. Dedicated to recruiting new business, growing our existing industries, and improving our county’s business climate, we are ready and waiting to provide a wide range of services for your company, whether you are a start-up or well-established player.
Louisiana Economic Development Booth: 117
Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance www.yeslynchburgregion.org Booth: 322 We lead regional economic development through enhancing the business climate, cultivating talent, generating jobs and investment, promoting our brand and image globally. The Alliance focuses on promoting entrepreneurial start-ups, business expansion, and retention, and new job creation; advocacy; workforce development; connecting people and businesses; community, minority, and small business development; and the cultivation of local and regional leadership.
Maryland Department of Commerce https://open.maryland.gov/international/ Booth: 124 Welcome to Maryland. An industry leader in cybersecurity, aerospace, biohealth, and manufacturing, strategically located in the prime commercial corridor between New York and Washington, D.C., Maryland has a world-class multi-modal transportation infrastructure, 350 federal, academic and private research labs and a highly skilled and diverse workforce that includes the #1 in concentration of PhD scientists and engineers in the U.S.
Massachusetts Office of International Trade and Investment www.mass.gov/moiti Booth: 131 The Massachusetts Office of International Trade & Investment (MOITI) is the Commonwealth's international business development agency charged with promoting trade and investment with global partners in Massachusetts and around the world.
MEET Booth: 128
Michigan Economic Development Corporation www.michiganbusiness.org/why-michigan Booth: 407 The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is the state’s marketing arm and lead advocate for business development, job awareness and community development with the focus on growing Michigan’s economy. MEDC promotes the state’s assets and opportunities that support business investment and community vitality. MEDC’s business assistance programs and services connect companies with people, resources, partners, and access to capital.
Missouri Partnership www.missouripartnership.com Booth: 629 Founded in 2007, Missouri Partnership is a public-private economic development organization focused on attracting new jobs and investment to the state and promoting Missouri’s business strengths. We work in partnership with the Hawthorn Foundation, the Missouri Department of Economic Development, the State of Missouri, and economic development agencies across the state.
Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce Booth: 634
Montana World Trade Center www.mwtc.org Booth: 535 “It’s a wonderful place to live and work and has a wonderful workforce…” John Peelbes, CEO of Administrate. In addition to our hard working people, Montana offers low operating costs, numerous vertical integration opportunities and breathtaking scenery. Established firms excel in agriculture processing, biosciences, photonics and optics production, information and communication technologies and cloud computing.
Nebraska Department of Economic Development www.opportunity.nebraska.gov Booth: 305 The lead economic development agency for the State of Nebraska. Focused on helping local companies grow their exports while providing every possible assistance to new international investors. Nebraska has a diverse and growing economic base with many successful international projects and investments. Come grow with us.
North Eastern Strategic Alliance www.nesasc.org Booth: 312 The North Eastern Strategic Alliance (NESA) is a regional economic development organization comprised of nine counties in South Carolina's northeastern corner. NESA aids companies through a variety of services including regional site selection and building/site tours, demographic/socioeconomic data and information, coordinating with state and local permitting entities and utilities, as well as coordinating incentive and workforce development with necessary entities.
New Hampshire Division of Economic Development www.nheconomy.com Booth: 400 With its favorable tax climate, exceptional quality of life, educated workforce and geographic location in the heart of the Northeast Boston/Metro market, the state of New Hampshire appeals to businesses looking for a place to invest, thrive, and prosper. New Hampshire’s economic development office assists businesses with site selection, permitting, financing, workforce development, government contracting, exporting, and more.
NM Partnership www.nmpartnership.com Booth: 516 The New Mexico Partnership provides confidential, site selection assistance for companies interested in finding workforce talent, aggressive incentive programs and a business climate designed for long-term success. The Partnership serves as a one-stop-shop offering complementary data and services in coordination with its community partners statewide.
North Carolina's Southeast www.ncse.org Booth: 144 Located midway on the U.S. east coast, the North Carolina's Southeast region is home to an international port, six universities, and more than 75 international firms across diverse business sectors. Our organization assists and supports globally oriented businesses interested in expanding or relocating operations to a highly cost-competitive location in southeastern North Carolina.
North Dakota Department of Commerce www.business.nd.gov Booth: 724 The North Dakota Department of Commerce Economic Development & Finance Division is charged with coordinating the state's economic development resources to attract, retain and expand wealth. Business incentives, government accessibility, and workforce performance, combined with North Dakota's favorable position as one of the lowest cost states for operating a business, are driving top companies to establish operations in North Dakota.
Virginia's New River Valley www.TheNRV.org Booth: 324 Virginia's New River Valley provides both an eclectic small town atmosphere and an innovative, collaborative business community with a loyal, highly skilled, and educated workforce. Offering the best of all worlds - magnificent mountains, cutting-edge research, arts, entertainment, and education - it's a natural fit for new and expanding businesses.
Quest Site Solutions Booth: 528
RACER Trust www.racertrust.org Booth: 526 RACER (Revitalizing Auto Communities Environmental Response) Trust is a seller of commercial and industrial properties. It was created to clean up and position for redevelopment certain properties owned by the former General Motors Corp. before its 2009 bankruptcy. Since its inception in 2011, RACER has completed more than 70 property transactions, resulting in pledges for more than 16,300 new jobs.
Rhode Island Commerce Corporation Booth: 111
Roanoke Regional Partnership www.roanoke.org Booth: 427 Companies from all over the world have chosen the Roanoke Region of Virginia as a place to do business in the United States of America. Strong industry clusters in transportation, food and beverage, life sciences, and technology boast skilled workers and take advantage of excellent training providers, and a low cost of doing business.
RSM US LLP www.rsmus.com Booth: 402 RSM is a powerful network of audit, tax, and consulting professionals with offices all over the world. As an integrated team, we share skills, insight, and resources, as well as a client-centric approach that’s based on a deep understanding of your business. This is how we empower you to move forward with confidence and realize your full potential.
SelectChicago www.selectchicago.org Booth: 822 SelectChicago® puts cities, counties and EDOs directly in contact with investors around the world. SelectChicago® acts as an intermediary to help connect Chicago-area governments, EDOs and public-private partnerships with investors, manufacturers and others looking to invest in the US. The SelectChicago® Conference takes place annually in conjunction with the SelectUSA Summit. SelectChicago® is a program of the GWDC, a 501c3.
Smith Gambrell & Russell, LLP Booth: 121
StageXchange, LLC Booth: 522
State of Iowa www.iowaeconomicdevelopment.com Booth: 511 The Iowa Economic Development Authority seeks to grow Iowa's economy by helping existing companies expand and attracting new businesses to Iowa. With representatives in all world regions, Iowa is well-positioned to assist global companies establish or expand their presence in North America. Iowa's business-friendly government and low cost of doing business make it a great place for your business location.
Minnesota Trade Office www.mn.gov/deed/invest Booth: 202 The Minnesota Trade Office (MTO) provides assistance to foreign-owned enterprises considering Minnesota or the more than 700 foreign-owned businesses already operating in Minnesota. In cooperation with other state, regional, federal, and corporate partners, we provide solutions and opportunities for foreign-owned enterprises. Minnesota is particularly strong in medical technology, biotech, agribusiness, manufacturing, transportation, ICT/IT, and logistics.
State of Mississippi www.mississippi.org Booth: 525 Global industry leaders are calling Mississippi home in growing numbers. Compelling business advantages, like the state’s low operating costs, minimal tax burden, easy access to U.S. and international markets, have attracted numerous companies to the state. Discover why Rolls Royce, Toyota, Nissan, Airbus Helicopters and GE Aviation, to name a few, call Mississippi home.
State of Oregon www.oregon4biz.com Booth: 309 “Oregon is the picture of economic health . . . the most improved in the U.S. in the last year.” – BloombergView, February 2016. Oregon firms lead in technology, food processing, metals and machinery, renewable energy and clean technology, medical devices and athletic gear and apparel. Other distinguishing characteristics include global transportation networks, Pacific Rim access and a superior workforce.
State of South Carolina www.sccommerce.com Booth: 814 From its low tax and low regulatory business environment to its highly-skilled workforce and tremendous global connectivity, South Carolina offers businesses many competitive advantages. As a state, we encourage companies to come and discover for themselves what industry heavyweights Boeing, BMW, Bridgestone, Continental, Giti Tire, Google, Mercedes-Benz, and Michelin already know – the Palmetto State is ‘Just right’ for business.
Team Texas www.goteamtexas.com Booth: 319 Founded in 1986, Team Texas is the state business attraction program through Texas Economic Development Council. Our mission is to create opportunities for job creation, increased investment, and economic diversification as a team of future-focused and collaborative Texas communities and partners. We work to promote Texas for a myriad of industries, which are available at goteamtexas.com/key-industries.
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development www.tnecd.com Booth: 408 The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development’s mission is to develop strategies which help make Tennessee the number one location in the Southeast for high-quality jobs. To grow and strengthen Team Tennessee, the department seeks to attract new corporate investment in Tennessee and works with Tennessee companies to facilitate expansion and economic growth.
The Austin Company Booth: 524
Transatlantic Business & Investment Council (TBIC) Booth: 123
U.S. Virgin Islands Economic Development Authority www.usvieda.org Booths: 613, 908 Together with our partners across government and the private sector, we ensure that you have all the relevant information needed to make the right decision in selecting the U.S. Virgin Islands for your business. We offer a 90 percent federal tax exemption for qualified companies as well as world-class infrastructure and an incredible lifestyle. We are America’s Business Paradise!
Utah Governor's Office of Economic Development Booth: 210
Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority/Virginia's e-Region www.vaceda.org Booth: 425 Southwest Virginia's e-Region in southwestern Virginia is strategically located in the East Coast of the United States and offers sites up to 800 acres and available buildings for businesses looking for new locations or expansions for their United States operations. Unique incentives, responsive training programs, and a ready workforce are a few of the reasons to consider investing.
Virginia Economic Development Partnership www.vedp.org Booth: 325 The Commonwealth of Virginia is a premier business location, with competitive operating costs, a pro-business environment, access to global markets, and a skilled and diverse workforce. With dedicated and knowledgeable professionals committed to Virginia's economic success, the Virginia Economic Development Partnership helps businesses find the resources they need to make relocation and expansion successful endeavors. Visit us at www.VEDP.org.
Washington State Department of Commerce www.choosewashingtonstate.com Booth: 308 The birthplace of such business legends as Amazon, Boeing, Expedia, Microsoft and Starbucks, Washington State has built a reputation as a place where legendary businesses take root and flourish. The Department of Commerce makes it easy for you to do business in Washington State, expand strategically and hire the most talented workers.
West Virgninia Department of Commerce www.westvirginia.gov Booth: 802 The West Virginia Department of Commerce provides assistance to companies seeking a great East Coast central location with close proximity to major cities. We can provide training specific programs, assist identifying appropriate building sites and provide other meaningful incentives. We seek honorable companies who compensate and fairly treat their employees. We know you will come to love West Virginia. We do.
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation invest.inwisconsin.com/en/ Booth: 403 Wisconsin is at the center of America. Our work ethic made us industry leaders but it’s our curiosity that fuels our growing leadership in today’s cutting-edge industries. -Aerospace -Advanced Manufacturing -Energy, Power & Control -Food & Beverage -Medical Devices & Life Sciences -Water Technology
Wyoming Business Council Booth: 421