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U.S. Commercial Service Resources for International Student Recruitment Jim Mayfield US Commercial Service Irvine, CA

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U.S. Commercial Service: Global Network of Trade Professionals WHAT WE DO Help U.S. Companies Export Work with large and small companies Products and services HOW WE DO IT Trade Counseling Market Intelligence Business Matchmaking GLOBAL FOOTPRINT 109 Domestic Offices 128 International Offices FOCUS Market Entry Finding Partners Going to Market

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How we Organize in the Embassies World-Wide State Department DOCOther Ambassador Deputy Chief of Mission PoliticalConsular Public Diplomacy AdministrationEconomicCommercial Other (AID, Ag, etc.) State Department managed Priorities depend on country Balance between Commercial and other Mission objectives Officers and Local Staff

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Recruitment Fairs we can help you identify the right international education fairs for your institution. Webinars learn about the education sector in a market of interest without leaving your desk. Virtual Education Events showcase your school to a potential partner institution and/or agents using a powerpoint presentation live over the internet. Gold Key Service we will set up in-country meetings for you with possible partner educational institutions, identify qualified recruiting agents, find companies that require specialized training for their employees and/or connect you with the Ministry of Education. Single School Promotion we will organize an event featuring your institution/program and invite the countrys key players in the education sector.

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CONTACT: Jim Mayfield US Export Assistance Center Irvine, CA Jim.Mayfield@trade.gov www.export.gov/