japan 2015 trade mission directory

GOVERNOR’S TRADE MISSION TO JAPAN • 2015WASHINGTON STATE

WASHINGTON STATE

WASHINGTON STATE DELEGATION

AEROSPACEIDEA International Inc - Survival Capsule LLC ........................................ 9Primus International - Accra ................................................................. 10

CLEAN ENERGY & TECHNOLOGYClean Energy Institute University of Washington ................................. 11Enertechnix ............................................................................................ 12UniEnergy Technologies ......................................................................... 13

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONCity of Seattle.......................................................................................... 14Economic Development Council of Seattle & King County ................. 15Grant County Economic Development Council .................................... 16Korean-America Chamber of Commerce, Washington State ............. 17Millennium Bulk Terminals - Longview, LLC.......................................... 18Port of Everett ........................................................................................ 19Port of Moses Lake ................................................................................. 22Port of Seattle ......................................................................................... 23Snohomish County, Washington ........................................................... 24

EDUCATIONClark College ........................................................................................... 25Clover Park Technical College ............................................................... 26Northwest University .............................................................................. 27SpeechAce .............................................................................................. 28

FOOD & AGRICULTUREMercer Estates Winery ........................................................................... 29Seattle Popcorn Company Inc. .............................................................. 30Washington Blueberry Commission ...................................................... 31Washington State Potato Commission ................................................. 32

INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGYInnovation Finders Capital GP, LLC ........................................................ 33TUNE ........................................................................................................ 34

SERVICESAsian Pacific Associates ........................................................................ 35CFOCare Inc ............................................................................................ 36Desh International and Business Law................................................... 37Nyhus Communications ......................................................................... 38

Brian BonlenderDirectorWashington State Department of Commerce+1 360 725 [email protected]

Mark CalhoonSenior Managing Director, International TradeWashington State Department of Commerce+1 206 256 [email protected]

Allison ClarkManaging Director, Business DevelopmentWashington State Department of Commerce+1 206 256 [email protected]

Amandine Noel-CrabtreeBusiness Development ManagerWashington State Department of Commerce+1 206 256 [email protected]

Washington State Department of Commerce

Joe BippertInternational Marketing ManagerWashington State Department of Agriculture +1 360 790 [email protected]

Hector CastroCommunications DirectorWashington State Department of Agriculture+1 360 464 [email protected]

Derek SandisonDirectorWashington State Department of Agriculture+1 360 902 [email protected]

Scott HitchmanJapan RepresentativeWashington State Department of Agriculture+81 3 4578 [email protected]

Washington State Department of Agriculture

Welcome to Washington StateLocated in the Northwest corner of the United States, Washington is the nation’s third busiest hub for international trade. More than $90.6 billion in goods are shipped around the globe annually from the state and one in three jobs is trade related. Our proximity to Pacific Rim markets, combined with our trade savvy culture and equidistance between Asian and European markets, makes Washington a natural and lucrative trade partner.

A Centralized Export HubWashington State knows the global marketplace. Nearly 9,000 companies in the state are engaged in exporting, shipping products and services all over the world, including aircraft, medical devices, software, electronics, agricultural and consumer products, petroleum and chemicals. Some of Washington’s ports are a day’s sail closer to key Asian markets than any other west coast ports and many of the state’s 11 deep-water ports can handle ships as large as 10,000 TEUs as well as fully loaded Panamax-class ships.

A Growth-Oriented EconomyThe economy of Washington State is booming. Led by the aerospace and technology sectors, the state is not only attracting such well-known firms as Apple, Alibaba, Mitsubishi, T-Mobile and SGL Group, but is headquarters to such well-known international brands as Amazon, Costco, Microsoft and Starbucks. The state’s primary sectors – aerospace, clean tech, information and communication technology, life sciences and maritime – provide excellent investment opportunities for multinational companies looking for new markets, new customers and new partners. Foreign-owned entities are treated the same as Washington State companies under the law.

Low Cost, Sustainable EnergyWashington State has the largest hydroelectric power grid in the United States and offers businesses some of the lowest cost energy in the nation (as low as 4.25¢ per kilowatt-hour). This source of clean, renewable energy is enhanced by a growing reliance on other sustainable forms of energy, including wind, solar, biofuel and tidal power. The state also offers businesses competitively priced natural gas, which is delivered via pipeline from British Columbia, Canada. The result: a highly efficient, scalable and seamless power grid that ensures uninterrupted, consistent flows of energy to businesses that have critical power needs such as advanced materials facilities, food manufacturing plants, cloud computing and data storage farms.

A Highly Skilled WorkforceWashington prides itself on having a savvy, motivated workforce that is not only ready to tackle the needs of today, but the challenges of tomorrow. Approximately 90% of residents are high school graduates; a third have some level of advanced degree. Two major universities, 34 community and technical colleges and a host of private two and four-year colleges and universities help meet the emerging demand for workers in aerospace, information and communication technology, advanced manufacturing, clean technology and life sciences. Our unique culture encourages a lifetime of learning, and innovative public-private partnerships ensure a steady supply of highly skilled, highly motivated workers.

A Culture of CreativityWashington is a place where new ideas become international icons. As the headquarters for major corporations that have virtually reinvented aviation, retailing, e-commerce, software, real estate, information technology and travel, Washington State has a deeply ingrained entrepreneurial spirit and can-do mindset. Part of the secret to our success is an ecosystem where ideas are readily shared and brought to market, not only within an industry, but across sectors. With a higher than average per-capita patent ratio, we back up our ideas with the business know-how and ingenuity required to seize market share, dominate the competition and create a culture of creativity that is not only remarkable and refreshing, but world-class.

Choose Washington as Your Trade PartnerTo learn more about trade and investment opportunities in Washington State, contact one of our experts at the Department of Commerce.

Call +1 206.256.6100

Email: [email protected]

Visit us online at www.choosewashingtonstate.com.

191,000TECHNOLOGYWORKERS

131,500+AEROSPACEWORKERS

295,931MANUFACTURING WORKERS

57,700MARITIMEWORKERS

34,000+LIFE SCIENCESEMPLOYEES

56,000WORKERS INCLEAN TECH

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IDEA International Inc Survival Capsule LLCIDEA International is an aerospace engineering consultancy based in Seattle and specializes in aircraft and space craft structures and systems design, analysis, testing and certification.

Survival Capsule LLC. provides tsunami, typhoon, hurricane, tornado proof personal safety shelters to satisfy the “shelter in place” emergency safety system requirement.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSIDEA International – Highly experienced aerospace company, supports stress engineering on all parts of the aircraft. Existing customers include Boeing, Airbus, Mitsubishi, Zodiac Aerospace, FedEx and Bucher Leichtbau AG.

Survival Capsule LLC – provides the world’s first Premium Personal Safety System which caters for thermal loading, massive compressive loads, sharp object penetration in multiple sizes 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 14 & 16 person capsules.

CONTACT INFO Julian Sharpe President/ CEO Cell: +1 425 591 [email protected]@survival-capsule.com

727, 2nd Street, Suite AMukilteo, WA, 98275+1 425 290 9201

www.idea-international.com/www.survival-capsule.com/

AEROSPACE

IDEA International

Stress Analysis

Design and Drafting

Fatigue and Damage Tolerance

Hand Analysis

Finite Element Analysis (NASTRAN/PATRAN)

MRO and Airline Support Activities

Survival Capsule

Design / build Personal Safety Systems for tsunami and other natural disasters

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Primus International - Accra

Accra Manufacturing is a world-class provider of precision-machined parts, integrated assemblies and kits for the aerospace industry.

• Provides a broad range of machining and assembly capabilities utilizing aluminum, titanium and various other metals

• Strong relationships with industry leaders with a growing presence on leading platforms

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSAccra Core Competencies

• Complex mechanical and structural assembly• Integration of complex assemblies• Kitting and integration• Global supply chain management

CONTACT INFO Kale PaulsonGeneral ManagerCell: +1 206 459 [email protected]

17703 15th Avenue SEBothell, WA 98012 USA+1 425 424 1039

www.pccaerostructures.com/companies/primus/primus-accra/

AEROSPACE

High Speed Machining

(Makino/ Matsuura)

Medium/Complex Aluminum Machining

Envelope Size: up to 36” Cube

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CLEAN ENERGY & TECHNOLOGY

Educational Opportunities

Research Innovation

Technology Transfer

Clean Energy Institute University of WashingtonThe Clean Energy Institute was established to accelerate the adoption of a clean energy future by advancing next generation solar energy and electrical energy storage materials, devices and systems, as well as their integration with the grid. We are accomplishing this by recruiting top faculty and students, investing in state-of-the-art research equipment and partnering with other research institutions, educational programs and industry partners.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSThe University of Washington is a Pacific Northwest Education, Research and Innovation Hub.

CONTACT INFO Jihui YangKyocera Associate Professor of Materials Science and Engineering DepartmentCell: +1 248 885 [email protected]

University of Washington315 Roberts Hall, Box 352120 Seattle, WA 98195-2120+1 206 543 7090

https://depts.washington.edu/mse/facresearch/faculty/faculty_Yang.shtml

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Enertechnix

Enertechnix, founded in 1995, celebrated its 20th anniversary this year. Our high-performance infrared (IR) imaging cameras and gas temperature measurement tools enable performance engineers and operations managers to maximize combustion efficiency and minimize unplanned boiler and furnace outages, thereby improving heat rate and reducing carbon footprints. We have a successful track record of helping industries using high-temperature processes--- including power generation, waste-to-energy and pulp and paper. Recently our IR imaging cameras have provided unique views for the steel processing industry.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSEnertechnix’s gas measuring and visual infrared camera tools provide uniquely clear, real-time views and temperature measurements for use in even the largest power plant boilers.

CONTACT INFODr. George Kychakoff PresidentCell: +1 206 852 [email protected]

PO Box 469 Maple Valley, WA 98038-0469

9730-B Lathrop Industrial Drive SWOlympia, WA 98512-1064+1 425 432 1589

www.enertechnix.com


Infrared (IR) Cameras

View power generation boiler

interior and steel process

Acoustic Pyrometer

Measure gas temperature

in power generation

boiler

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UniEnergy Technologies

UET engineers and manufactures energy storage systems for utility, microgrid, commercial and industrial, and other applications. The core technology is an advanced vanadium flow battery. The Uni.System™ and ReFlex™ systems are operationally flexible, long-lasting, safe and economic. Based in the Seattle area, UET is differentiated by (i) new generation electrolyte initially developed at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory with the support of the US DOE Office of Electricity, (ii) a compact containerized design optimizing energy and maximizing power, (iii) mature electrode stacks with 7 years of field deployment, and (iv) state-of-the-art controls and power electronics. UET delivers breakthrough energy storage solutions for the customer.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORS Large-scale, flexible, safe and economic flow batteries for the grid, microgrids and commercial and industrial customers.

CONTACT INFO Russ WeedVP Business Development & GCCell: +1 206 851 [email protected]

4333 Harbour Pointe Blvd SW, Suite AMukilteo, WA 98133+1 425 404 3307

www.uetechnologies.com


Energy Storage

Grid

Microgrid

Commercial and Industrial

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City of Seattle

The City of Seattle is formed by Charter and is the local government that provides public services to its citizenry. By charter, elected officials are appointed to office each serving four year terms; the Mayor, City Council and the City Attorney. The City of Seattle has relationships with 21 sister cities programs and international relationships, including Japan and Korea. Our city welcomes foreign companies whose immigrant communities help inspire creativity and prosperity in our region. We invite international dignitaries and delegations to Seattle in order to build relations, create economic, cultural, trade and educational opportunities for global success.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSThe City of Seattle government promotes democracy on the local level by facilitating citizen discussion on public issues and participating in government decision-making

CONTACT INFO Seattle City Councilmember John [email protected]

PO Box 34024Seattle, WA+1 206 684 8802

www.seattle.gov

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION

Provides service programs

Public Safety

Utilities

Home Inspection Discounts

Transportation

Pedestrian, Business

Assistance and Permits

Community Engagement

Neighborhood Grants

Municipal Court Services

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Economic Development Council of Seattle & King CountyThe Economic Development Council of Seattle & King County (EDC) is a non-profit, public-private partnership that provides confidential information and assistance to businesses, entrepreneurs, site selectors and consultants at no cost. We tailor our advice to each client’s unique needs. Our value flows from our ability to accelerate success by connecting our clients with a variety of essential economic resources.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSThe EDC has provided these services for 45 years and is the only organization offering county-wide confidential, one-on-one counseling for business retention, expansion and relocation.

CONTACT INFOStephen GerritsonVice PresidentCell: +1 206 914 [email protected]

1301 5th Avenue, Suite 1500Seattle, WA 98101+1 206 389 8656

www.edc-seaking.org


Economic and Demographic Data

Site Selection Services

Business Plan Assistance

Access to Financing Organizations

Tax Research and Incentive Information

Facilitation with Permitting

Many other services

&

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Grant County Economic Development CouncilGrant County, Washington is home to Japanese companies including: AstaReal, Moses Lake Industries, Takata, Chemi-Con and Mitsubishi Aircraft Corp. We are seeking to connect with companies that will benefit from our large tracts of industrial land and/or our affordable electric rates that average 3 cents per kWh.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSOne of the lowest electric rates in the world – sites are available for growing businesses.

CONTACT INFO Emily BraunwartBusiness Recruitment ManagerCell: +1 509 660 [email protected]

6594 Patton Blvd NEMoses Lake, WA 98837+1 509 764 6579

www.grantedc.com


Site Selection

Workforce Training

Permit Assistance

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Korean-America Chamber of Commerce, Washington State The Korean-America Chamber of Commerce (KACCWA) represents the Korean American businesses in the State of Washington, promoting their activities and protecting their rights. It also initiates and supports activities to increase the international trade relationship between Korea and Washington State.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS & DIFFERENTIATORSKACCWA members are bilingual /trilingual professionals who understand the culture of these countries with professional backgrounds.

CONTACT INFOJoana Hyuna ChongPresidentCell: +1 425 802 [email protected] [email protected]

Commercial Transactions Ronald G. Brown, Attorney+1 206 342 [email protected]

Educational OpportunitiesBuWon Yoon, KACC Board Member+1 206 250 [email protected]

2448 76th Ave. # 203 Mercer Island, WA 98040 USA +1 425 802 7122

www.kaccwa.com


KACCWA members provide:

Consulting

Legal Advisory

Investment Consulting

Accounting

Educational Consulting

Banking Services

Technology Consulting

Other Business Services

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Millennium Bulk Terminals - Longview, LLCMillennium Bulk Terminals - Longview is an operating bulk commodities terminal on the Columbia River. Millennium is currently working with industry partners and state and local agencies to redevelop the site into a world-class import-export facility. Millennium has filed permits to expand the current site, with the addition of two docks capable of handling panamax vessels, an expanded rail yard and loop, and additional infrastructure to handle export operations for 44 million tons of thermal coal from the Powder River Basin. Throughout redevelopment and the permit review process, Millennium continues to import alumina by ship for rail transport.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSMillennium’s port facility operates adjacent to the 43 foot shipping channel with efficient access to rail for the import, export and storage of bulk commodities.

CONTACT INFO Bill ChapmanPresident and Chief Executive Officer Cell: +1 206 334 [email protected]

4029 Industrial WayLongview, WA 98632+1 360 425 2800

millenniumbulk.com


Wholesale Trade

Transportation and

WarehousingBulk

Commodities

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Port of Everett

The Port of Everett is an economic development enterprise managing and developing resources, transportation facilities and supporting infrastructure to enable community opportunity. The Port of Everett strives to bring jobs, business and tourism to its local and surrounding communities, as well as maintain the overall environmental health of our waterfront.

The economic enterprise in Snohomish County supports more than 35,000 jobs. It operates three business lines: an international seaport, industrial and commercial real estate and the largest public marina on the West Coast. The seaport specializes in high and heavy cargoes that support the aerospace, manufacturing, constructing, mining and energy industries. The Port of Everett serves as the entry point for ALL of the oversized parts for the 747, 767 and 777X airplane programs. It is homeport to the USS Nimitz and Naval Station Everett. The Port has undertaken a major waterfront revitalization project known as Waterfront Place.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSSkilled workforce that specializes in handling sensitive, high-value and over dimensional cargoes.

CONTACT INFO Glen [email protected]

1205 Craftsman Way, Suite 200Everett, WA 98201+1 425 259 3164

www.portofeverett.com


Transportation and Logistics

Port ofEVERETT

Carl WollebekChief Operating [email protected]

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NON-STOP FLIGHTS DAILY TO ASIA AND THE MIDEAST.

12

NINE HOURS TO ASIA

LOS ANGELES

SEATTLE

N

INE HOURS TO EUROPE

WASHINGTON STATE’S GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY

NON-STOP INTERCONTINENTAL FLIGHTS FROM SEATTLE

ANA ON TIMEASIANA AIRWAYS ON TIMEBRITISH AIRWAYS ON TIMECONDOR ON TIMEDELTA ON TIMEEMIRATES ON TIME

EVA AIR ON TIMEHAINAN AIRLINES ON TIMEICELANDAIR ON TIMEKOREAN AIR ON TIMELUFTHANSA ON TIME

BEIJING

SHANGHAIDELHI

HONG KONG

SINGAPORE

TOKYO

TAIPEI

75 PORTS

139 REGIONAL AIRPORTS

3,666MILES OF RAILWAY

WASHINGTON STATE

SEOUL

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LOS ANGELES

SEATTLE

N

INE HOURS TO EUROPE

NEW YORK

WASHINGTON STATE’S GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY

NON-STOP FLIGHTS DAILY TO EUROPE.

7

139 REGIONAL AIRPORTS

REYKJAVIK

FRANKFURTLONDONAMSTERDAM

PARIS

DUBAI

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Port of Moses Lake

The Port of Moses Lake is an aviation, manufacturing and technology hub in the Pacific Northwest with the mission to support economic development in the area. Home to Grant County International Airport, one of the largest airports in the Western United States, the Port is surrounded by Greenfield land, open air space and access to the lowest cost, renewable power in the nation. The Port operates a foreign trade zone, waste water treatment facility and industrial park. Skilled labor and workforce training are available through partnerships with Big Bend Community College.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSThe Port of Moses Lake’s mission is to promote economic development in the Greater Moses Lake area. With the distinction of a special purpose district in Washington State and access to the most affordable power in the nation, the Port of Moses Lake is uniquely positioned to support existing and new businesses. The Port operates a world class airport, foreign trade zone, waste water treatment facility and industrial and manufacturing park.

CONTACT INFO Richard HanoverDirector of Business Development Cell: +1 509 750 [email protected] 7810 Andrews St NE Suite 200 Moses Lake, WA 98837+1 509 762 5363

www.portofmoseslake.com


Grant County International

Airport

Industrial and Manufacturing

Park

Wastewater Treatment Facility

Foreign Trade Zone

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Port of Seattle

The Port of Seattle plays a critical role in bringing international trade and travel to the Pacific Northwest, providing maritime and airport operations for the greater Seattle area. About 40 percent of the state of Washington’s economy is impacted in some way by the Port.

• The Port of Seattle is a public agency that creates jobs by advancing trade and commerce, promoting industrial growth and stimulating economic development.

Our goal is to make the Port of Seattle the gateway of choice and create a vibrant economic engine that drives job creation throughout the region.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSSeattle and Tacoma unified marine cargo operations under the Northwest Seaport Alliance.

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport offers direct service to 22 international destinations, including Seoul and Tokyo.

CONTACT INFORMATIONTed [email protected]

2711 Alaskan WaySeattle WA 98121+1 206 787 3015

www.portseattle.org


Gateway to International Trade

Economic Development

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Snohomish County, Washington

Snohomish County, Washington, covers an area of 2,090 square miles within the greater Seattle metropolitan region. Washington’s center for advanced manufacturing, Snohomish County has the state’s highest concentration of manufacturing jobs and engineers. Home to Boeing’s manufacturing plant for the 747, 767, 777, 787 and soon 777X, Snohomish County has an unparalleled concentration of aerospace industry businesses and a world-class workforce. The county is home to global industry leaders and innovative start-ups in medical devices, clean tech and electronic equipment. It has also emerged as a national leader in revitalizing agriculture as a key industry in a rapidly urbanizing region.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSSeven-day review time on all aerospace projects. Aerospace business park programmed at federal, state and county levels for expedited permitting. One of Washington’s fastest-growing agriculture sectors.

CONTACT INFOSean ConnellDirector of Trade and Economic DevelopmentOffice of Economic Development, Snohomish CountyCell: +1 425 327 [email protected]

Matt SmithIndustry & Resource Development DirectorEconomic Alliance Snohomish County+1 425 248 [email protected]

3000 Rockefeller Avenue, M/S 411Everett, WA 98201+1 425 388 3367

www.snohomishcountywa.govwww.economicalliancesc.org


County Government

Economic Development

Services

Business Expansion and

Recruitment

Permit and Regulatory Assistance

Site Location Assistance

Environmental Review/Services

Snohomish County Airport

Airport Land Leasing/

Development

Agriculture Support Services

Matching Agriculture

Producers to Markets

Workforce Training

Information/Support

Snohomish County

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Clark College

As one of the largest two-year colleges in the Northwest, Clark College provides opportunities for diverse learners to achieve their educational and professional goals while enriching the social, cultural and economic environment of our region and the global community. At Clark, students have the opportunity to study a wide range of technical and associate programs. Our transfer courses and university partnerships provide the pathway to associate and bachelor’s degrees. Our technical and certificate programs provide paths to high paying and in-demand jobs.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORS Located in Vancouver’s Central Park and serving up to 14,000 students per quarter, Clark College is Washington State’s largest single-campus, for-credit community college.

CONTACT INFOBob K. KnightPresident+1 360 992 [email protected]

1933 Fort Vancouver WayVancouver, WA 98663

www.clark.edu

EDUCATION

Associate Degrees and Certifications

Workforce and Career and Technical Education

Basic Education

English

Communications

Humanities

Business

Health Sciences

Science

Technology

Engineering

Mathematics

Professional Development & Continuing Education

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Clover Park Technical College

Clover Park Technical College (CPTC) is a technical college offering more than 40 programs on two campuses in Lakewood and Puyallup (South Hill), Washington. Courses are offered online and on campus, day and evening, in the areas of aerospace, human services, business, hospitality, science, technology, engineering, transportation and trades. Students receive hands-on training in certificate and associate degree options.

• The college launched its first applied baccalaureate program in fall 2014.

• The college’s rich history of professional and technical education dates to the 1940s, when a War Production program was established to train civilians as auto mechanics, aircraft-service mechanics, ship-fitters, welders and blueprint readers.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORS CPTC offers more than 40 programs through hands-on training in industry-standard labs. Courses are offered day, evening and online meeting the needs of working professionals.

CONTACT INFOMabel EdmondsDean of Student [email protected]

4500 Steilacoom Blvd SWLakewood, WA 98499+1 253 589 5510

www.cptc.edu

EDUCATION

40+ programs

56 Degrees & 56 Certificate Options

Online Learning

Continuing Education

Running Start

High School Equivalency

NW Career & Technical High

School

Adult High School

I-BEST

International Education

ESL

WorkFirst

Worker Retraining

Corporate Education

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Northwest University

Northwest University (NU) is located in Kirkland, Washington, a high-tech hub on the Eastside of Seattle. Our campus is bordered by Google, Microsoft, Expedia, Amazon, Nordstrom, Costco and countless business and technology startups. NU has a rigorous, accredited College of Business and an active International Studies Department which collaborate to provide international partners with hands-on professional development in business English and intercultural communication strategies.

Business English programs are customizable and may include:

• Project management workshops, negotiation training and expert panel discussions

• Seattle business site visits• Cultural sightseeing

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSLearn to communicate successfully with international teams and customers from the global business and English teaching experience of our professors.

CONTACT INFO Dr. Autumn WittAssociate Provost of International StudiesCell: +1 425 443 [email protected]

5520 108th Ave NEKirkland, WA 98033+1 425 889 5335

www.northwestu.edu

EDUCATION

International Education

Business English

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SpeechAce

SpeechAce provides a cloud-based solution to perfecting your English pronunciation. Using sophisticated speech-recognition software, we analyze your words and sentences and immediately return detailed, qualitative feedback to pinpoint what you need to improve to sound like a native English speaker. SpeechAce is available as a mobile application for individual learning, a stand-alone online learning platform for classroom-based learning and an application programming interface (API) that can be integrated into your existing software products.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSSpeechAce’s web-based speech recognition technology helps students speak English more clearly and with more confidence by immediately providing phoneme and syllable level feedback on their pronunciation anytime, anywhere and on any device.

CONTACT INFO Jesse RobbinsBusiness Development ManagerCell: +1 206 953 [email protected]

2133, 5th Avenue, 406Seattle, WA, 98121

www.speechace.com

EDUCATION

Education, Classroom

Software

Speech Recognition

Software

SaaS, Cloud-based Learning Software

Mobile Application

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Mercer Estates Winery

The Mercer family settled in Washington State’s Horse Heaven Hills AVA in the 1800s, and they currently farm over 13,000 acres. Mercer Estates is one of the largest growers of wine grapes in Washington (over 2,500 acres), and supplies Columbia Crest, 14 Hands, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Hogue, Hedges, Quilceda Creek and Andrew Will as well as their own winery.

The Mercers have a state-of-the-art winery with a capacity of approximately 125,000 cases. Mercer Estates Winery produces several varietals which have received many accolades. Mercer Estates has the flexibility of a boutique winery with the resources of a large winery.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSMercer Estates is a multi-generational family business operating a fully integrated winery with complete quality control from rootstock to bottle. Mercer Estates produces 18 different varietals fulfilling a wide range of quality and price points.

CONTACT INFO Glenn Schorno Export DirectorCell: +1 360 791 [email protected]

3100 Lee RoadProsser, WA 99350+1 509 786 2097

mercerwine.com

FOOD AND AGRICULTURE

Mercer ReservesChardonnay

Cabernet Sauvignon

Ode to Brothers

Cavalie

Mercer Estates Reisling Sauvignon

Blanc Pinot Gris

Chardonnay

Cabernet Sauvignon

Merlot

“Sharp Sisters” Red Blend

Petite Verdot

Cabernet Sauvignon

Malbec

Mercer Canyons Reisling

Chardonnay

Red Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon

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Seattle Popcorn Company Inc., makers of Uncle Woody’s Popcorn ProductsSeattle Popcorn Company Inc., makers of Uncle Woody’s Popcorn Products, has been making hand-crafted artisan popcorn since 2002. We believe that “one taste demands another” which is why we offer a variety of small batch, sweet and savory popcorns.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSOur products are always made from original recipes using 100% pure ingredients with no artificial flavoring, coloring or preservatives.

CONTACT INFO Jesse GreenePresidentCell: +1 206 779 [email protected]

9320 15th Ave S, Unit #CDSeattle, WA 98108#1 206 937 1292

www.seattlepopcorn.com


Popcorn

Confections

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Washington Blueberry Commission

The Washington Blueberry Commission was formed in 1969 under a marketing order from the Director of Agriculture. The WBC represents the interests of Washington blueberry growers.

CONTACT INFORod CookWashington Blueberry Commission RepresentativeCell: +1 360 789 [email protected]

2621 Ringold Rd.Eltopia, WA 99330

+1 509 266 4348 Commission Office


Support to Blueberry Growers

Research Funding

Marketing and Outreach Programs

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Washington State Potato CommissionThe mission of the Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) is to support an economically and environmentally sustainable Washington state potato industry. On behalf of the nearly 250 potato growers throughout the state, the WSPC strives to advance research efforts to ensure the environmentally sound production and cultural growing practices, represent the growers’ interests in areas and issues relating to public and industry education, trade barriers, irrigation, transportation and crop protection and to enhance market opportunities.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSIdeal environmental conditions connected with elements of sustainable land, water, and energy use practices makes Washington the most productive growing region in the world.

CONTACT INFO Ryan Holterhoff Director of Marketing & Industry Affairs Cell: +1 509 750 3184 [email protected]

Matthew HarrisAssistant Executive Director+1 509 855 [email protected]

108 S. Interlake RoadMoses Lake, WA 98837+1 509 765 8845

www.potatoes.com


Frozen Processed

Potatoes

Fresh/Table-Stock Potatoes

Chipping Potatoes

Dehydrated Potatoes

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Innovation Finders Capital GP, LLC

Innovation Finders Capital is a new and unique venture capital fund to find and invest in IT innovators in the greater Seattle area that wish to enter into the Japan market via strategic alliances with many Japanese mega corporations. There are over 700 “Billion Dollar Revenue” corporations in Japan and we have inside information as to which company is looking for which area of innovation. IFC provides the fastest and most efficient way of innovation match making in Japan. Co-Founders, Tetsuro Eto and Tom Sato, formerly with Microsoft, launched Windows in Japan.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSFor start-ups • Enter Japanese market as launch pad for globalization • Fast track to become a global de facto standard • Increase enterprise value and raise stock price

For investors • Opportunity to participate in mega-deals with Japanese giants • Acquisition opportunity with Japanese companies

For Japanese corporations • Gain distribution deals for cutting edge technologies • Fastest way for “Innovation-Road-to-Revenue”

CONTACT INFO Tetsuro EtoCEO, Co-Founder and Managing PartnerCell: +81 90 4531 [email protected] 4555 Lake Washington Blvd. NE Unit 2Kirkland, WA 98033 +81 90 4531 4938

INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

Exit-centric Investments for:

Start-ups

Investors

Japanese Corporations

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TUNE

TUNE is the leading enterprise SaaS for marketers and their partners to measure results on mobile. Products like the TUNE® Marketing Console and HasOffers make TUNE the measurement partner of choice for the top-grossing apps on all mobile platforms. Headquartered in Seattle and anchored by its Seoul office with more than 300 employees worldwide, TUNE’s exponential growth makes them an active player in the evolving APAC mobile market. Today, TUNE is the most widely adopted mobile marketing measurement solution and is trusted by top APAC brands including Yellomobile, Nexon, CJ Corporation, Line Corporation and Septeni.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSTUNE provides actionable measurement to drive results across paid, owned and earned marketing, easy-to-use technology and industry-leading customer service for mobile marketers and their partners.

CONTACT INFOBen GoldenDirector of Legal AffairsCell: +1 425 269 [email protected]

2200 Western Ave, Suite 200Seattle, WA 98121+1 206 508 1318

tune.com

INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION

TECHNOLOGY

Mobile Marketing Measurement

Unbiased Measurement

Mobile Marketing

Mobile Marketing Analytics

Enterprise Software for

Marketers

Enterprise SaaS for Marketers

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Asian Pacific AssociatesEstablished in 1993, Asia Pacific Associates provide three major services.

• Asian Pacific Tours and Travel - Retail travel agent business, wholesales international tickets for EVA Air, Delta and Asian Airline, to China, Taiwan and Asian. Also provide tour package to local customers (East Coast, Yellowstone, California tour and Canada Rockies)

• APAC Host International Inc - Host business delegation and leisure group from Asia, China and Taiwan

• APEC Foundation - Working with local K-12 schools, college, universities and summer camp organizations for student exchange and summer camp program with China and Taiwan.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSWith 22 years experience, we have a close relationship with local vendors and deep connections in the communities. We provide a safe, happy and productive travel experience in Washington State.

CONTACT INFO Felicity WangPresident Cell: +1 206 818 [email protected]@apec-foundation.org

619 S. Jackson St. Seattle WA98104+1 206 624 9168

www.apatours.com, www.apec-foundation.org

SERVICES

Best Rate Hotels in Group or FIT

Charter Bus Transportation in Washington State

Student Summer Exchange Programs

School Exchange Programs

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CFOCare Inc

CFOCare provides business consulting and international tax advice to entrepreneurs doing business globally. CFOCare is led by Jonathan Copley the former Managing Partner of Deloitte and Arthur Andersen Consulting.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSOver the past 36 years, CFOCare and its CEO, Jonathan Copley, has worked with hundreds of clients in Asia, Europe and USA

CONTACT INFO Jonathan CopleyChief Executive OfficerCell: +1 425 891 [email protected]

6305 160th Place SE, Bellevue, WA 98006+1 425 891 1544

www.cfocare.com

SERVICES

International Tax Advice

Fundraising

Marketing Strategy

CEO Coaching

Location Assessments

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Desh International and Business Law

Desh Law is a business and international law firm that believes in companies who aspire to change the world. Our attorneys provide funding strategies, start-up collaboration, cultural bridges and trade consultation; and we are adept at handling mergers and acquisitions, insurance coverage matters, management of foreign counsel, and much more so that our clients can invest energy and resources in taking their company to the next level while making a difference in our world.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSAttorneys with international experience at Desh International and Business Law can provide comprehensive legal advice on various matters, including international, business, IP and immigration.

CONTACT INFO Pradnya DeshManaging [email protected]

11400 SE 8th Street, Suite 260Bellevue, WA 98004+1 425 312 6168

www.deshlaw.com

SERVICES

International and Domestic Business

International Trade Agreements

Immigration

Intellectual Property

Litigation

Employment

Real Estate

Elder Law

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Nyhus Communications

Nyhus Communications is a high performance agency providing strategic communications and advocacy services. The well-connected Nyhus team comprises top communications professionals in public relations, public affairs and executive communications, allowing them to deploy the precise combination of resources needed to best serve each client’s unique needs. The agency specializes in working with clients dealing with complex issues and believes in the power of true collaboration, integrated disciplines and innovative problem-solving to create meaningful and lasting change. Renowned for its candid, strategic and creative approach, Nyhus focuses on personalized customer service and consistently delivering exceptional results.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS AND DIFFERENTIATORSEffective communications involves sharing the right message, through the right medium, audience and moment. Combining expertise and experience across communications disciplines to craft integrated strategies for clients.

CONTACT INFO Roger NyhusPresident & CEOCell: +1 206 915 [email protected]

720 3rd Ave., Floor 12Seattle WA 98104+1 206 323 3733

nyhus.com

SERVICES

Public RelationsPublic Affairs

Executive Communications

Marketing and Content

Development

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NOTES

Highly Skilled WorkforceCulture of Creativity

Low Cost EnergyPro-Business

Centralized Export HubEnd-to-End Supply Chain

Outstanding Quality of Life

WHY

WASHINGTON?

Poised on the Pacific Rim and steeped in a rich tradition of international trade, Washington State was built to do business. Our ports serve as a gateway for your products and services, connecting you quickly to markets throughout North America. Our pro-business environment welcomes investment, thrives on partnership and encourages innovation at all levels. We are a culture of entrepreneurs and pioneers, bringing new ideas to market that change the world. We lead the way to the future while embracing and celebrating our past. Come join us in Washington State, the birthplace of business legends.

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