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- Conducted an
economic development research
project for the Ports-to-Plains
NAFTA trade corridor. Analyzed
economic activity along the
corridor and identified public
and private sector projects
to enhance economic development
in corridor communities. Identified
a set of potential business
development opportunities
that relate to increased trade
traffic. Provided a set of
specific action items for
corridor leaders to pursue.
- Evaluated factors
critical to success in marketing
and operating a free trade
zone in the Middle East. Assessed
issues related to tenant operations,
land development, and interaction
with key government agencies.
- Conducted a
competitive assessment of
four Middle Eastern cities
to determine their attractiveness
to multinational investors
based on key criteria typically
evaluated by U.S. corporate
site seekers, as well as factors
unique to the Persian Gulf
region. Analysis used to determine
likelihood of a proposed commercial
development to meet its investment
goals.
- Completed a
benchmarking analysis, including
an evaluation of operating
conditions and costs, in select
ASEAN nations to support an
inquiry into redevelopment
options around Subic Bay and
the former Clark air base
in the Philippines.
- Analyzed impact
of foreign businesses on a
metropolitan economy. Created
a list of foreign-owned companies
and estimated their local
employment and total economic
impact. Researched investment
by foreign firms (investment
real estate and property,
plant and equipment to support
business operations). Developed
estimates of investment value.
- Provided critical industry
and company research for a
start-up business development
effort in a city in central
Mexico. Researched trends
and site selection criteria
for the following target industries:
electronics, food processing,
automotive parts, retail logistics,
and back office/call center
operations. Screened and identified
potential prospects among
US and Mexican companies in
each industry. Advised on
implementing the contact process
to maximize the likelihood
of generating prospect interest.
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