On October 28, the Pacific Chapter organized its first binational networking event. “USMCOC Jalisco 2015,” was held at the National Chamber of Commerce, Services and Tourism of Guadalajara. A delegation of U.S. businessmen attended Mexico Cumbre de Negocios in Guadajalara, and after the conference, the Pacific Chapter hosted an event that provided additional networking opportunities.
Presenters at the event were Albert Zapanta, CEO and president of the USMCOC; Amb. Juan Sosa, general consul of Panama in Houston, TX, and president & CEO of the U.S.-Panama Business Council; Linda Caruso, U.S. commercial consul in Guadalajara; Eduardo Delgadillo, director general of Investment Projects of the State of Jalisco; and Luis Ibarra, chapter vice president. The speakers provided an insight into business investment opportunities and alliances for different sectors.
During the event, Aristóteles Sandoval, governor of the State of Jalisco was awarded a special recognition for his support and commitment to the development of binational business. Eduardo Delgadillo accepted the award on his behalf and Zapanta received an award from the Pacific Chapter for his relentless support of foreign trade development and growth.
