We appreciate the television coverage of our April 9th Spring SelectUSA Reception at Microsoft Vancouver by Fairchild Television - the largest Canadian Chinese media company with studios in Toronto and Vancouver.
We are pleased to announce that Dion Lobreau, co-founder Apricus Energy Partners based in Ventura, California, is our newest Executive Member. Dion is an energy expert specializing in hydrogen infrastructure development with a background in power management and business development. In an energy industry career of over 25 years, he is expanding his professional geologist career into the all encompassing energy industry.
We are pleased to share that Ondré H. Seltzer, Vice President of Workforce & Economic Development at the Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation (SCVEDC), is our newest Young Professional Member. With a rich background in corporate business development, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), and government relations, Mr. Seltzer brings over a decade of invaluable experience in the field of Economic Development. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in assisting global companies exploring expansion opportunities across a wide array of industries, such as Semiconductors, Renewable Energy, FinTech, Manufacturing, Aerospace, and Infrastructure.
We are delighted to share that Joanne Harris, Business Development Executive with Currencies Direct, is our newest Executive Member. Joanne is no stranger to global transactions, launching and developing companies and brands throughout the USA, Europe, the Far East, and Australia, and is looking forward to building new cross-border relationships through MAPLE Business Council.
Together with MAPLE Colorado Executive Director Rob Mancey, we are pleased to share that Tom Patton, President and Founder of Denver-based Evergreen Surety is our newest member of MAPLE. Evergreen Surety is an independent surety brokerage that specializes in obtaining “hard to place” bonds for contractors, oil & gas companies, and developers. While headquartered in Denver, Evergreen Surety has offices in Kansas City, MO and Washington DC, and they are looking to expand their operations throughout the United States and Canada. With an emphasis on clear communication and exceptionally fast service, Evergreen Surety helps companies become more profitable while also reducing risk.
We are delighted to share that Clinton J. Green, Managing Attorney and Canadian Practice Lead at Brown Immigration Law, has joined our MAPLE community as an Executive Member based in Los Angeles.
Clinton partners with businesses and entrepreneurs to implement Canadian immigration strategies as part of their global plans for workforce management. He regularly processes applications for temporary and permanent residence, including business visitors, work permits, labour market impact assessments, and permanent residence (express entry and provincial nominations). He also advises on inadmissibility, immigration compliance, and citizenship matters.
Long Island businesses seeking to enter international markets may find opportunity in Canada.Canada is the largest export market for businesses on Long Island, as well as across the United States, according to the Long Island Association, the region’s largest business group. And with its ease of entry, Canada is also the initial point of international expansion for businesses.
We are delighted to announce that San Bernardino County has joined our community as a Gold Leaf organization member. We are honoured to have the participation of their Economic Development Department for what is the largest County by geographic size in the United States with a population of more than 2.1 million.
We are delighted to announce that Crowell & Moring LLP is our newest organization member as part of their renewing membership in our Canada-U.S. community. Recognized as one of the leading law firms In the United States, the firm continues to be represented within MAPLE by Nicole Simonian, Partner and Co-Chair of the International Trade Practice in the firm’s Los Angeles office. Joining Nicole as a direct member contact is Jackson Pai, Counsel.
Together with MAPLE New York Executive Director John Costanzo, we are pleased to welcome Mitchell Rutledge as a Young Professional member in our New York Chapter. Mitchell is an MA Student at Columbia University studying European History, Politics, and Society (European Studies).
Together with MAPLE New York Executive Director, John Costanzo, we are delighted to announce that Canadian PEO firm, Syndesus, has joined our Canada-U.S. community as our newest organization member.
Syndesus is a Canadian-specific Employer of Record/Professional Employment Organization (EOR/PEO), which helps US companies legally hire workers in Canada without requiring their own entity, registrations, etc. Syndesus provides Canadian HR expertise, healthcare, RRSP, payroll, tax remittance and reporting.
We are delighted to announce that leading Canadian law firm, Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP (Cassels) has joined our Canada-U.S. community as an organization member. Cassels is a Canadian law firm focused on serving the transaction, advocacy, and advisory needs of the country’s most dynamic business sectors. The firm offers one of the largest business law practices in Canada, advising clients from start-ups to multi-national organizations – across the street and around the world.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of our much-loved friend & respected board member, Anna Innis. Our heartfelt & deepest condolences go out to her family & friends at this difficult time.
Anna was special.
MAPLE Business Council is excited to announce an expanded and integrated membership from the Québec Government which brings together current members, Investissement Québec International and the Québec Government Office in New York, together with the membership of the Québec Government Office in Los Angeles.
We are saddened to share that our dear colleague, board member, and most importantly our friend, Anna Innis, is battling terminal brain cancer. Her family and friends have just created an account on GoFundMe for the many people who have been touched by Anna's laughter, kindness, selfless generosity, smarts and of course her friendship - through her leadership at Air Canada and beyond - to extend a hand of support at this incredibly difficult time.
Please join us in keeping Anna and her family in your thoughts and prayers.
https://www.gofundme.com/f/6mkwmb-our-beloved-anna-diagnosed-with-brain-cancer ❤️
In celebration of our community on the occasion of our 8th anniversary, we are honoured to share our interview with U.S. Ambassador to Canada, David Cohen, who came to Ottawa in 2021 as President Biden's personal representative in Canada.
As he shares in our interview, "...my priority is maintaining and advancing the U.S.-Canada relationship. That includes restoring trust, and re-instilling confidence between partners. Everywhere I go, I want to make sure Canadians know that the United States is back and that we want to strengthen our partnership with Canada."
We are delighted to announce that CPA and advisory firm, MGO, has joined our community. MGO is a global team of financial service professionals serving the full scope of needs shaping their clients' business and personal goals. MGO team members stand ready to help their clients grow through assurance, tax, advisory, outsourcing, and private client services.
We are delighted to welcome San Diego-based branding agency, Do Not Disturb Creative, as our newest organization member. Founded by Montréal expats, Sophie Masson and Daniel Andreani, Do Not Disturb is an independent collective of spirited, award-winning creators, branding maestros, strategists, activists, designers, makers and producers.
Together with MAPLE British Columbia Executive Director Jason Tse, it is our pleasure to welcome Daniel (Dan) Cumming, Director of Sales & Marketing at Vancouver Island-based Quester Tangent, as our newest Executive Member.
Canada is Colorado’s largest export market and as part of our mission to promote bilateral trade, investment and innovation between Colorado and Canada, we are excited to be part of the largest celebration of the power of trade to grow the state's economy - World Trade Day. We are inviting MAPLE Colorado members, partners, and guests to participate in this year's program hosted by our friends at World Trade Center Denver.
Together with MAPLE British Columbia Executive Director Jason Tse, we are delighted to share that Vancouver-based InterVISTAS Consulting Group has elevated their participation in our Canada-U.S. community with their renewing membership. The firm is our newest corporate member having participated at an executive level in recent years.
We are pleased to announce that Latincouver and MAPLE Business Council have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support each other's organizations as we pursue our respective missions.
Vancouver-based not-for-profit, Latincouver, founded by Paola Viviana Murillo, brings together Latin Americans and Latin enthusiasts, creating a socio-economic space to promote relationships and cultural exchange.
Together with MAPLE British Columbia Executive Director Jason Tse, we are delighted to welcome Andersen LLP as our newest organization member.
Andersen LLP specializes in cross-border tax services, with a team that has a deep understanding of both Canadian and U.S. tax issues for businesses and individuals. The firm offers tailored tax solutions to meet clients' needs with a cross-border tax lens to see both Canadian and U.S. tax issues clearly. With offices in Vancouver and Calgary, the firm is well-positioned to provide exceptional tax services to clients across Canada and the U.S.
It is with pleasure that we announce that Ian Wilding, CEO of Irvine California based Hangar 75, has joined our Canada-U.S. community as an Executive Member. Ian is an accomplished leader with an extensive background in digital strategy, financial services, entrepreneurship, and venture capital. With over two decades of experience, he has built a reputation for driving innovation, growth, and success across a range of industries. As the Founder and CEO of Hangar 75, Ian has focused on identifying and validating emerging opportunities in Tiny Homes & Off-grid Technologies, Cyber Security, Mental Well-being, and Education.
It is with great pleasure that we welcome Patrice McNicoll, Co-Head of Investment Banking at B.Riley Securities in Los Angeles as our newest Executive Member. Prior to joining B. Riley, Patrice created and served as Chief Executive Officer of MLV & Co., a boutique investment bank which he sold to FBR in 2015. He was a managing director at Cantor Fitzgerald & Co. in New York where he played a key role in originating revenues and building the firm's investment banking practice.
Together with MAPLE New York Executive Director, John Costanzo, we are delighted to welcome Serge Abergel, Chief Operating Officer at Hydro-Québec Energy Services, to our Canada-U.S. community as our newest Executive Member. Serge took office as Chief Operating Officer of Hydro-Québec Energy Services in December 2021. This subsidiary of Hydro-Québec is responsible for hydro power export initiatives to the New York and New England markets.
We are delighted to welcome Catherine Loubier, a senior corporate advisor and board member as our newest Executive Member. Among other notable past positions, Catherine is the former Delegate General of Québec at the Québec Government Office in New York. A Montréal native, Catherine has spent half her career in the private sector and the other half in Canadian politics. Today, she is a sought-after senior advisor to the corporate world on issues ranging from public policy and governance, energy and infrastructure, and Canada-United States relations. She is currently based in the U.S.
We are honoured to interview Tom Clark, Canada's new Consul General in New York appointed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for the March issue of MOMENTUM. CG Clark is certainly a familiar face to millions of TV viewers across Canada as he was one of the country's most respected broadcast journalists. Most recently, he served as chair of Global Public Affairs, one of Canada’s largest public affairs and strategic communications firms. Our New York Chapter looks forward to supporting CG Clark as we promote economic ties between Canada and New York State.
U.S. Consulate General Vancouver and MAPLE® Business Council will co-host a SelectUSA conference March 28 at 1:00 p.m. at Microsoft Headquarters in downtown Vancouver. This free event will inform small and medium-sized Canadian businesses, entrepreneurs and other individuals looking to expand a business or invest in the United States. Speakers include representatives from the U.S. Department of Commerce, the U.S. Department of State and representatives from Washington and Montana.
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We are delighted to once again join our colleagues in the regional trade and economic development circles to be a sponsor organization of the annual Orange County World Trade Week Forum organized by our friends at the District Export Council of Southern California.