Alexander’s Mobility Services: Alexander’s Mobility Services & AMS Worldwide is your single source for a variety of international and domestic move management and transportation services. We have designed our comprehensive programs to successfully handle the relocation requirements of today’s global corporations. By combining our capabilities with the extensive resources of our select partners, we provide the kinds of services your company needs * where you need them * including:
· Household Goods Transportation (domestic & international) · Specialized Transportation and Logistics · Manufacturing and Plant Relocations · Move Management Services · Policy Development · Automobile and Pet Relocation · Worldwide Storage Management · Group Relocation Programs · Trade Shows / Exhibits / Commodities
Alliance Engineering: Founded in 1989 in Richmond, Alliance Engineering serves more than 100 industrial clients internationally, with more than 85% of growth coming from repeat business. Alliance Engineering is a progressive firm dedicated to the field of engineering design and construction through the support of many professional and civil organizations.
ARINC, Inc: ARINC Incorporated is the world leader in transportation communications and systems engineering. The company develops and operates communications and information processing systems and provides systems engineering and integration solutions to five key industries: airports, aviation, defense, government, and surface transportation. Founded to provide reliable and efficient radio communications for the airlines, ARINC is headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, and operates key regional offices in London and Singapore, with over 3,200 employees worldwide. ARINC is ISO 9001:2000 certified.
Association for International Practical Training: Since 1950, AIPT - a nonprofit organization and designated J-1 visa sponsor - has facilitated more than 50,000 on-the-job training programs worldwide for professionals and students. Today, AIPT is recognized as the world leader in international human resource development through practical training programs. AIPT creates the ultimate global training and cultural exchange experience.
Ayers/Saint/Gross is an architecture and planning firm designing environments that support the creation and dissemination of knowledge and culture. With offices in Baltimore, Washington DC and Phoenix the staff of 110 produces architecture, urban design, landscape architecture, graphic design and 3D visualization. The firm is currently completing projects throughout the US as well as in India, China, Saudi Arabia and England.
BAE Systems: BAE Systems is the premier trans-Atlantic defense and aerospace company, delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, information technology solutions and customer support services. BAE Systems, with more than 100,000 employees worldwide, had 2005 sales that exceeded $28 billion.
One of the largest IT providers to the U.S. Government, BAE Systems is a full-service solutions provider of information technology systems and services and offers a broad spectrum of network and managed IT operations.
BalTerm: Balterm has become one of the United States leading handlers of imported forest products by dedicating all it’s resources to productivity, quality handling, and excellent customer service. With it’s superb location in the Port of Baltimore, Balterm can provide low cost service to the Mid-West, New England, Canada, and the South East. Balterm currently controls over 1.1 million square feet of warehouse space that has been specifically designed for handling forest products and is adjacent to deepwater berths. Balterm and it’s exclusive stevedoring company, Tartan Terminals, have over 180 dedicated employees who have received extensive training in the specialized needs of the forest product industry.
Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors Association: The Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors Association (BACVA), a membership-based organization, is the official destination development and marketing leader for Greater Baltimore, responsible for generating incremental economic benefits to the community through the attraction of convention and leisure visits.
Baltimore Business Journal: The Baltimore Business Journal is the #1 source of local business news for the Greater Baltimore area. Each weekly issue is packed with the latest-breaking local business news and events. It's up-to-the-minute knowledge gives your business a real advantage. The Baltimore Business Journal is more than mere facts delivered fast and accurately. Our award winning staff also provides you with shrewd insights and sound business strategies you can use every day to move your business ahead and build your bottom line. In addition, our annual Book of Lists provides 99 top 25 lists used to prospect for new clients, compile mailing lists, find phone numbers, search for email addresses or just get general information on thousands of companies in the Baltimore metropolitan area. And make no mistake, you won't find this information elsewhere.
Baltimore City Community College: Founded in 1947, BCCC is Baltimore’s only community college, enrolls approximately 20,000 credit and noncredit students in a variety of associate’s degree and certificate programs, and enrolls more Baltimore residents as undergraduates than any other college or university in Maryland.
Baltimore County Department of Economic Development: Baltimore County's Economic Development can help your business grow. We can assist with site selection, financing, workforce, development and training. We can help you make the most of Enterprise Zones, tax credits and international trade opportunities. Our professional staff can fast track projects through the development process. Businesses turn to Baltimore County Economic Development to advocate with regulatory agencies, facilitate the development approval process and link to problem solving resources.
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SmartCEO: Baltimore SmartCEO is a regional “growing company” publication. We are not news; we are a resource full of smart ideas to help educate, motivate and inspire Baltimore’s decision-makers.
Baltimore SmartCEO believes that a "growing company" is really determined by the spirit, drive and dynamics of a company's owners and managers, rather than by the size of its building, the number of its employees, or its sales volume. That's why our focus is on decision makers from many different-sized businesses. Each month, a variety of businesses in greater Baltimore turn to our pages for features, case-study advice and trend analysis, all with a uniquely local flavor.
These readers range from younger, dynamic companies, to established multi-generational, family-owned firms. Many of our readers are also involved in companies that are emerging or going public.
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Bank of America: Bank of America is one of the largest U.S. financial institutions and along with its various subsidiaries offers integrated corporate and investment banking and advisory services to clients worldwide. Bank of America and its affiliates deliver a variety of sophisticated corporate and investment banking services to help clients succeed on a global scale. Bank of America operate offices in 30 countries and supports their clients' activities around the world, maintaining relationships with leading corporations of all sizes. Bank of America serves multinational corporations, select local businesses, financial institutions and government agencies with specialized teams in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America to offer local area expertise. Bank of America also operates one of the largest philanthropic budgets of any financial institution in the United States. In 2001, they contributed more than $85 million in cash to nonprofit organizations across the country.
Barlow and Associates PLLC : Barlow and Associates PLLC provide consulting and legal representation on customs matters.
BB&T: BB&T is a full service commercial bank that provides financial products for businesses and consumers. Through BB&T’s International Services, we help companies large and small capitalize on the opportunities- and address the challenges- of international trade. Our spectrum of services includes:
Commercial letters of credit
International documentary collections
Bankers acceptances
International stand-by letters of credit
International check clearing
Export credit insurance
Export credit finance
Foreign exchange (spots, forwards, swaps, options)
International retail products (foreign currency, traveler’s checks, foreign currency drafts)
When we put our experience and expertise to work, you will discover we always look beyond your transaction to the overall strategy and success of your business. The reason: our goal is to build a long-term partnership that helps your company profit in a world where opportunities are emerging every day.
BCI Communications : BCI Communications Inc. (BCI) is an end-to-end provider of out-sourced services. BCI was founded to support the needs of the wireless communications industry including planning, deployment and management of network build-outs. Since its inception in 1995, BCI Communications has built an impressive customer portfolio including most of the major wireless carriers and specialty wireless communication customers across the United States. Our primary lines of services include Radio Frequency Engineering, Site Acquisition, Infrastructure Installation, Network Services, Construction, Warehousing & Logistics, and Project/Program Management. BCI Communications, Inc. is positioned as a single-source, turnkey provider of value added services to wireless carriers, major and secondary equipment suppliers, tower management companies, public safety and enterprise projects.
CapStar Commercial Realty: CapStar Commercial Realty, founded in 1994 by John Lin, is a full-service commercial real estate firm located in Rockville, MD. CapStar has expertise in commercial property leasing, tenant representation, property management, investment sales, business acquisition, business valuation, risk management, and market research and analysis. CapStar is the only independent commercial real estate firm of its size in Greater Washington, DC owned by an Asian-American. The firm sets itself apart from competitors by being one of the largest commercial real estate acquisition firms on the East Coast with one of the most ethnically diverse teams of more than 40 licensed real estate professionals. Go to www.capstarco.com for more information.
CBay Systems: Founded in 1998, CBay Systems, Ltd. is a leading provider of healthcare business process outsourcing (BPO) services. CBay provides transcription and information management services to hospitals, integrated healthcare facility networks, medical clinics and physicians. CBay’s HIPAA-compliant solutions leverage leading Internet technologies and the world’s most highly credentialed transcriptionists to provide easier, more secure, accurate and cost effective medical transcription. CBay stands third in the world and has also been ranked 6th in Maryland and 113th fastest growing technology Company in North America in the Technology Fast 50 and Fast 500 program by Deloitte and Touche, LLP.
Citrus and Allied Essences Ltd.: Premier supplier of essential oils, oleoresins, aromatic chemicals, and specialty flavor ingredients.
City of Baltimore: The City of Baltimore is located at the center of one of the nation’s largest, fastest growing consumer markets. Home to a number of internationally renowned universities and medical centers, Baltimore has the nation’s highest concentration of residents with advanced degrees. Our diverse population and economy attract a productive workforce from various states and countries. Baltimore is excited to report that over 400 businesses, out of about 15,000, employ more than 100 people, resulting in statistically lower unemployment figures than the rest of the nation. Many major industries are headquartered in Baltimore City due to its prime location and growing economy. Not to mention that Baltimore has many famous tourists attractions consisting of various cultural and historic sites. The Inner Harbor, Harborplace, the Maryland Science Center, the National Aquarium, and even our own World Trade Center are located in the heart of the city. Awarded as one of the top cities in 2005 by ICIC Inc. Magazine, it is easy to see why Charm City continues to charm tourists, businesses, and companies from around the world.
Comprehensive Language Center: Foreign Language Translation, interpretation, training, desktop publishing, transcription, narration, website and software localization.
Community College of Baltimore County: The Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) is ranked the number one provider of undergraduate education, workforce development, technology training, and lifelong learning/life enrichment in the Baltimore Metropolitan area. Rooted in the community since 1957, CCBC offers a unique approach to learning that empowers people to transform their lives. Nationally recognized as a leader in innovative learning strategies, CCBC educates nearly 70,000 people each year, including more than half of all Baltimore County residents attending college in Maryland as undergraduates. CCBC's Division of Continuing Education and Economic Development is the preferred training partner for Maryland businesses, serving more than 100 companies annually with customized employee development training.
DLA Piper: DLA Piper is a global law firm with 3,600 lawyers in 25 countries and 64 offices throughout the US, UK, Continental Europe, Middle East and Asia. It has leading practices in corporate, finance, human resources, litigation, real estate, regulatory and legislative, tax, and technology, media and communications. Former Senate Majority Leader George J. Mitchell is chairman of DLA Piper.
Duane Morris: Duane Morris LLP, one of the 100 largest law firms in the world, is a full-service firm of more than 650 lawyers. With a growing presence in Asia and in representing Asian company interestes in the United States, Duane Morris Corporate Group provides practical and creative legal counsel, while assisting clients in complying with regulatory, statutory and other legal mandates. In our Asian markets – Hanoi, Singapore, and Ho Chi Minh City – we offer clients access to legal services in markets throughout the Asia Pacific region and the rest of the world. The firm’s attorneys in Vietnam represent a range of clients, including multinational corporations with operations in Asia, as well as businesses seeking to establish investments in Asia. Duane Morris also can leverage its global platform to facilitate Asia-based companies’ entry into markets in the United States, Latin America, the United Kingdom and beyond.
Dublin Chamber of Commerce :Dublin Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of businesses, both large and small, in
Ireland's capital. As the premier networking organisation in the city, the Chamber offers significant
opportunities to promote your business and network with other members. The Chamber provides a range of business services, including business training, visa and export
documentation, international business opportunities and discounts for members on a range of
business services. http://www.dublinchamber.ie/about.asp
Dunbar Armored: Dunbar Armored is the largest independent armored transportation service in the U.S. with 85 branches serving major retailers and financial institutions nationwide. It is the cornerstone of The Dunbar Companies which also include: Dunbar Global Logistics providing secure logistical transportation solutions to over 3,000 domestic zip codes, import/export services to Asia, Canada ,Europe and Latin America; service to over 180 U.S. and international jewelry shows and $600,000,000 in All-Risk insurance coverage, making Dunbar one of the premiere logistical solutions providers for high liability shipments.
Duratek: Duratek is a leading provider of safe, secure radioactive materials disposition in the United States. Duratek is the only U.S. company with vertically integrated capabilities to solve radioactive material challenges for both commercial and federal licenses. We process, package, transport, store and dispose of radioactive materials, and operate nuclear facilities for the U.S. Department of Energy.
el-j productions, inc.: el-j productions is an international production management company. Whether an executive summit of a few, an incentive event of hundreds or a sales meeting of thousands, we bring clarity and impact to your communication experience. We do so by providing honest, reliable and experienced professionals who offer sophisticated results in simple and straightforward terms. Our production teams find creative and timely behind-the-scenes solutions so you, our clients, take center stage. At el-j we feel the heat so you don’t have to. From New York to Beijing, Istanbul to Buenos Aries, el-j provides the very best teams to help deliver your distinct message.
Ellicott Machine Corporation International: Since 1885 Ellicott International has been one of the world's leading producer of cutter suction dredges. Innovative engineering and high standards of quality accounts for Ellicott's market leadership. Ellicott is the oldest and largest manufacturer of dredges in the US. Dredges are used for port construction, land reclamation, mining, irrigation, and environmental projects. Ellicott has designed and manufactured over 1250 dredges, more than any other manufacturer, and has served customers in over 75 countries.
Embassy of Chile : ProChile, the Trade Commission of Chile, is part of the General Directorate of International Economic Affairs of Chile’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It is responsible for implementing and enhancing Chile’s trade policy. ProChile’s mission is to provide support to small and medium-sized enterprises, helping to encourage and diversify exports of Chilean products and services by increasing the number of export markets and companies. It does so by providing the necessary tools to aid Chile’s economy in its process of going international. ProChile’s Trade Offices and Agencies are located in over 35 countries, covering 90 percent of the destination markets for Chilean exports. For more information please visit: www.chileinfo.com or contact us to: prochile@embassyofchile.org
Enterprise Rent-A-Car®, the largest rental car company in North America, is a privately owned company founded in 1957 and operates nearly 7,000 offices in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Germany. With a rental fleet of over 700,000 vehicles including more than 120 different makes and models, an Enterprise Rent-A-Car® branch can be found within 15 miles of 90 percent of the U.S. population. The company operates more than 220 on-site airport locations in the U.S., as well as airport offices in Canada and Europe. The rental car industry is split up into two main segments; the-off airport market and the on-airport market. Auto Rental News reported this year that the off-airport car rental market has grown larger than the on-airport market reaching about $10 billion in revenues in 2005. Enterprise is the leader in the off-airport market, but has been growing its on-airport presence since 1995 by introducing rental car operations at U.S. airports. Enterprise is considered a value leader and is known for its outstanding service. In fact, J.D. Power and Associates ranked Enterprise highest in customer satisfaction among airport car rentals six out of the last seven years.
Euclid Financial Group, Inc: Euclid Financial Group is a private investment company headquartered in Washington DC. Founded in 2002, the firm is building a diverse client base, including high net-worth individuals, family offices, financial institutions, insurance companies, pension funds, public funds, trusts, and endowments, both in the United States and abroad. Euclid Financial Group's paramount concern is to protect our clients' assets in our pursuit for growth and profitability. The firm spends significant resources in the development of proprietary valuation and risk management systems and in research. Euclid's officers and employees have experience in trading, model development, structuring, portfolio risk management, financial optimization, and financial engineering.
FedEx: FedEx provides access to a growing global marketplace through a network of supply chain, transportation, business and related information services.
FCIB: Founded in 1919, FCIB is an international membership group with more than 1000 members in 55 countries around the world. Through its unique network of experts and plethora of services, FCIB provides business credit insight, advice and intelligence, helping companies doing business internationally. In addition to its world headquarters in the U.S., FCIB maintains operations in Europe and China. For over 80 years, FCIB has been a trusted source for international credit and trade finance professionals worldwide. The organization enjoys an international reputation as a business educator and premier provider of business credit resources to exporting companies of every size – from small and midsize manufacturers to Fortune 500 multi-nationals.
Frederick County Office of Economic Development : The mission of the Frederick County Office of Economic Development (OED) is to support, retain and foster the growth of existing businesses in Frederick County and to attract new businesses that bring career opportunities that enable Frederick County citizens to work where they live. We want to expand international opportunities for our companies. For information, visit www.discoverfrederickmd.com.
Galaxy Control Systems: Galaxy Control Systems manufactures Integrated Access Control Systems. State-of-the-art hardware and cutting edge software (both are Year 2000 Compliant), combine to provide seamless access control. Operating on Windows 95/98/NT, Galaxy systems can be used for small to large access control applications, are very well suited for retrofits, and can also integrate other Galaxy sub systems, including alarms, CCTV, badging, facility management, elevator control, and more. All galaxy product carries a Two Year, Unconditional Warranty, including lightning strikes, tornadoes, hurricanes, vandalism, fire.
Gainer Industries Inc.:
Business Description: A consulting firm specializing in Foreign Direct Investments in emerging markets: we assist clients in all steps of project development, including business plan preparation, local partner due diligence and JV setup, project finance, and risk management.
Company Background: Founded in 2003 by Nalan Gainer. In Jan 2006, acquired PT Consulting Co.,a 10-year old emerging markets consultancy. We are a federal government contractor (USTDA, OPIC), World Bank consultant (IFC), and advisor to foreign government organizations (RENEL, Romania, TEIAS/Turkey), and private investors in emerging markets.
Products and Services: Advisory services to clients interested in foreign direct investments in the emerging markets: search and selection of local partners, JV setup, and project development steps in the local market, including risk management, cost minimization, and legal advice.
Technology/know-how: DiligenceFast(R): our proprietary software used in performing total project due diligence prior to financing foreign direct investments in high-risk markets. It will be offered worldwide via the internet to buyers from private equity, business insurance, banks, and primary technology investor firms.
Gamse Lithography: For the past 100 years, Gamse has differentiated itself as a world class label and packaging supplier, offering solutions and capabilities to meet their customers ever changing needs. Gamse is a manufacturer of glue-applied paper and film labels for food, beverage and household products.
Grand Brands: Grand Brands, LLC is a Baltimore-based food and beverage development, manufacturing, and distribution company. Founded in 2003, the Grand Brands team is dedicated to meeting the needs of today's consumer by creating innovative food products that offer taste and convenience, while complementing a healthy diet, and providing a great value for consumer's money.
Grant Thornton: Founded in 1924, Grant Thornton serves tens of thousands of middle-market clients — both public and private — through offices in the United States and in 110 countries worldwide. With 585 offices worldwide and global revenues of $1.84 billion, Grant Thornton serves clients in a focused group of industries including construction, consumer & industrial products, financial services, global public sector, government contractors, hospitality, not-for-profit sectors, real estate, and technology. Other areas of expertise include assurance and advisory services, compensation and benefits, M&A transaction services, international, management advisory services, tax consulting, and valuation services.
Greater Baltimore Tech Council: The Greater Baltimore Technology Council is devoted to one goal: growing the region's tech community. We ask tech companies what they need to grow and provide it through innovative programs. We create forums where organizations can meet, learn and do business. And we celebrate the community's successes, spreading the word that technology businesses thrive here.
Gross Mendelsohn & Associates, P.A.: Gross Mendelsohn & Associates, P.A. is a full-service accounting and management consulting firm with specialists in taxation, personal financial planning, computer systems and litigation support. Located in Baltimore, Maryland, we've been providing complete financial needs to privately-held businesses and not-for-profit organizations in the Mid-Atlantic region since 1960.
High Street Partners: High Street Partner’s helps management teams build successful strategies for international expansion and to manage them efficiently. Our significant, real-world knowledge of the challenges and frustrations companies face as they expand overseas or as they manage existing international operations. High Street Partners team has substantial global experience in accounting, finance, tax, operations, HR and corporate strategy. We’ve experienced first-hand the successes and challenges of companies expanding into new markets and mastered the skill set and cultural awareness that are critical when expanding overseas with minimal risk. Our best practice knowledge and process-function support standardizes and streamlines our client’s operations, adding value by making them predictable and reliable. Clients are then able to focus on expansion projects on a strategic level, retaining control of their international plans and the ability to deliver on them successfully. We have clients on five continents and service providers in 75 countries. .
Hong Kong Trade Development Council: The Hong Kong Trade Development Council is the global marketing arm and public service hub for Hong Kong-based manufacturers, traders, and service exporters. With more than 40 offices around the world, TDC enhances your efforts to expand your business in international trade by providing marketing opportunities, business matching services, market intelligence, and SME development programs. To save you time and energy, through just one contact point TDC provides one-window access to all our services, facilitating and creating opportunities in international trade with the Hong Kong market.
Houpla, Inc.: Houpla is a complete digital production and post production company which is in the unique position to design, shoot, and finish commercials, broadcast programs, and corporate and fundraising films, as well as, new media. Our state of the art facilities include a non-linear online editing suite, video compression, interactive design, compositing and animation. We are large enough to handle every aspect of a production yet small enough to give our clients our exclusive attention. WTCI membership video (compliments of Houpla)
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International Mortuary Shipping: International Mortuary Shipping (IMS) offers worldwide mortuary
shipping services. With contacts in key cities around the world and
the capability to handle paperwork in almost any language, IMS tailors
its service to the needs of the individual case, however small or
large, and can arrange for the transport of human remains from and to
any location worldwide. IMS works with consulates and embassies
directly to ensure that all necessary protocol is followed and has a
diverse customer-base ranging from government agencies to individual
families.
Jhpiego: Established in 1973, the JHPIEGO Corporation is a nonprofit organization affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. JHPIEGO works to improve the health of women and families throughout Asia, Near East and Europe, Africa, and Latin America and the Caribbean. Currently JHPIEGO works in more than 30 countries and activities are implemented by nearly 250 US and overseas staff and over 200 international consultants. Through advocacy, education and performance improvement, JHPIEGO helps host-country policymakers, educators and trainers increase access and reduce barriers to quality health services, especially family planning and maternal and neonatal care, for all members of their society.
Johns Hopkins University: The Johns Hopkins University opened Feb. 22, 1876, with the inauguration of its first president, Daniel Coit Gilman. Building from scratch, rather than taking over an existing institution, freed Gilman to create something entirely new, at least in the United States. He established a research university, dedicated not just to advancing students' knowledge but also to advancing the state of human knowledge generally, through research and scholarship.
Hopkins remains a leader, in both teaching and research. The School of Medicine is one of the best anywhere, and the Bloomberg School of Public Health is renowned for contributions worldwide to preventive medicine and the health of large populations. In recent years, Johns Hopkins has won more federal research and development funding than any other university.
Johns Hopkins also has a campus near Rockville in Montgomery County, Md., and has academic facilities in Nanjing, China, and in Bologna and Florence, Italy. It maintains a network of continuing education facilities throughout the Baltimore-Washington area, including centers in downtown Baltimore, in downtown Washington and in Columbia.
Lee Hecht Harrison: Established in 1974, Lee Hecht Harrison is the global performance leader in career and leadership consulting, maximizing organizational and individual success through services that connect people to work, increase career effectiveness, develop superior leaders. Our website www.lhh.com, provides organizations, individuals and recruiters with information on our full range of customized career management services. It also contains information and intelligence on career management topics, trends and issues facing job seekers and the HR Community.
Legg Mason, Inc.: Legg Mason, Inc. is a global financial services company with one product: Advice. Through this product, we serve many types of clients: individual and institutional investors, corporations, high net worth individuals, government entities, endowments and foundations, pension plans, associations, and insurance companies. Our core businesses are: investment advisory services, securities brokerage and capital markets.
Laureate Education, Inc.: Laureate Education Inc. (NASDAQ:LAUR) is focused on providing a superior university experience to over 240,000 students through the leading global network of accredited campus-based and online universities. Addressing the rapidly growing global demand for higher education, Laureate offers a broad range of career-oriented undergraduate and graduate programs through campus-based universities located in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Through online universities, Laureate offers the growing population of nontraditional, working-adult students the convenience and flexibility of distance learning to pursue undergraduate, master's and doctorate degree programs in major career fields including engineering, education, business, and healthcare.
"Laureate Honored with 2006 Maryland International Business Leadership Award."
Loyola College: Loyola College in Maryland offers global expertise and executive education, primarily through the Joseph A. Sellinger, S.J. School of Business and Management. Credit and not-for-credit courses and programs host students and executives from around the region and the world.
Lockheed Martin:Lockheed Martin’s MS2 Littoral Ships & System line of business in Middle River is an innovator in developing naval and army missile launching systems; command and combat management systems; and advanced hull forms and ship systems for military and commercial use. The business also leads Lockheed Martin’s effort in building the U.S. Navy’s first Littoral Combat Ship. Headquartered in Bethesda, MD, Lockheed Martin employs about 140,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. .
Maryland China Business Council: Founded in 1995, the Maryland-China Business Council (MCBC) is the premier private non-profit organization dedicated to helping Mid-Atlantic companies succeed in the China market.
MCBC’s annual calendar of events offers up speakers and sessions on many important China-related topics – from product safety/quality to outsourcing, and from the upcoming Olympics to the vagaries of international trade with China
MCBC members can enjoy the company of, and exchange business ideas and opportunities with, others who are interested in China-related commerce. MCBC members include corporations, consultancies, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and academic institutions involved in a variety of business activities with China.
Maryland Department of Agriculture: Since agriculture is vital to Maryland’s economy, the main purpose of the Department of Agriculture is to help farmers produce high-quality commodities. To this end, the Department eradicates disease in livestock and poultry, controls insect pests and weeds which threaten field crops, inspects seeds and fertilizers to ensure maximum yields, and disseminates market reports and statistics to help farmers plan farm production. The Department also protects the environment by regulating the use of pesticides, implementing sound soil conservation methods, and preserving valuable agricultural land. To protect consumer, the Department inspects and grades agricultural commodities, oversees the practice of veterinary medicine and inspects the weighing and packaging of a wide range of products. In addition, the Department promotes Maryland agriculture, seeks out new markets, and implements new initiatives.
Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development: The Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development (DBED) works to promote economic growth, expand the job market, and enhance the business environment. Main functions include attracting and supporting new business and expanding current business. Working hand in hand with area companies DBED establishes communication between the business community and government. The Department coordinates programs and strategies that increases productivity, gives companies a competitive edge and also helps to recruit qualified employee candidates. Businesses looking to initiate or expand into the international market as well as investors interested in investing in Maryland companies can also find assistance through the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development.
McCormick & Co.: McCormick is a global leader in the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of spices, herbs, seasonings and other flavors to the entire food industry. Customers range from retail outlets and food service providers to food processing businesses. Founded in 1889 and built on a culture of Multiple Management, McCormick is a $2.5 billion publicly traded form with 8,000 employees and operations in 19 countries. McCormick has become the number one performing company in the food industry in terms of shareholder return.
Maryland Women in Information Technology: MDWIT is a global center of excellence for promoting the advancement of women in Information Technology through the development and dissemination of best practices, programs, research, and policy by embracing the values of leadership, equity, and integrity.
The objectives of the organization are as follows:
-To encourage and support more women and girls to prepare for careers in information technology and related high tech fields;
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To support women in technology and in the workforce to achieve professional and personal success and to advance as leaders in their industry
MEDEX Global Group: MEDEX began helping travelers and expatriates in 1977 and has grown to become a leader in the travel assistance and international medical insurance marketplace. Operating from a centralized coordination center in the United States, MEDEX has worldwide coverage, international assistance expertise, and an unsurpassed provider network.
Mediterranean Shipping Company: MSC operates in excess of 255 container vessels with an intake capacity of 670,000 TEUs. MSC provides an unparalleled service network via dedicated own offices throughout the world and remains a truly independent and private Company able to respond quickly to market changes and implement long term plans, without unnecessary interference or delay. With a streamlined management structure in Geneva, MSC has become a leading customer focused and cost effective global transportation solution for many shippers.
Miles & Stockbridge P.C.: Miles & Stockbridge is a Mid-Atlantic law firm of 170 lawyers in 8 offices in Maryland and Virginia, which provides a broad range of legal services to U.S. companies exporting abroad and foreign companies investing in the United States. Services include corporate, trade, finance, intellectual property, immigration, distribution, tax and related international business law matters. The firm is a member of TerraLex, an association of a close cooperation of law firms serving 100 countries.
Montgomery County Department of Economic Development: Montgomery County is emerging as an international business center for bioscience, technology, law, finance, and other dynamic industries. Some 110 foreign companies have set up businesses here with over 15,000 employees. More than 600 Montgomery County businesses are engaged in exporting, generating $2 billion in overseas sales, $68 million in state and local revenues, and more than 38,000 jobs. Our strategic location provides businesses direct access to federal agencies, embassies, and financial institutions. The Washington region has a worldwide focus with many multinational companies, a diverse population, visiting delegations, and an abundance of foreign-language schools and universities with international programs. The total impact of Greater Washington’s international economy on this region has doubled in three years. It’s now estimated at $34 billion annually, generating 330,000 jobs!
M&T Bank: M&T Bank is a leading provider of banking services for U.S. companies engaged in overseas trade and foreign companies with operations in the U.S. Services offered include trade foreign exchange, financing US exporters and foreign importers and structuring foreign receivables through documentary products such as letters of credit and documentary collections coupled with credit insurance. The Bank has a multitude of banking facilities in Maryland, Pennsylvania and New York State. International business is supplemented by a worldwide network of more than 2,000 foreign correspondent banks.
National Council for International Visitors : The National Council for International Visitors (NCIV), founded in 1961, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote excellence in citizen diplomacy. NCIV serves as the professional association for the international exchange community, which includes a national network of community-based member organizations, national program agencies, associate member organizations, and individuals. NCIV's member organizations, all of which are independent nonprofit groups, design and implement custom-tailored professional programs, provide cultural activities, and offer home hospitality for foreign leaders, specialists, and international scholars. They serve participants in the U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program and other exchanges, building person-to-person relationships "one handshake at a time."
NCIV provides the integral "behind-the-scenes," national support necessary for its network of citizen diplomats to bridge cultures and build mutually beneficial relationships through international exchanges. The U.S. Department of State, Office of International Visitors, is the primary partner of the National Council for International Visitors in strengthening the NCIV network's capacity. http://www.nciv.org/
Northrop Grumman: For nearly 60 years, Northrop Grumman has been developing and manufacturing world-class electronic systems. They are a recognized leader in the industry - the first to develop the Pulse Doppler radar that is used on virtually every military and commercial aircraft flying today, and by weather forecasters around the globe. Today, they are the only company producing a Directional Infrared Countermeasure (DIRCM) system that uses laser energy to disrupt missile guidance.
O’Connell & Co.: Background: O'Connell & Co practices U.S. and international business and corporate finance law in Annapolis, Maryland, Hong Kong and Washington, D.C. The Firm was founded to provide companies (especially small and medium-sized enterprises (“SME's”) with access to the types of sophisticated legal specialties traditionally offered only by large global firms, absent the bureaucracy and expense that oft-times accompanies such engagements.
A primary focus of the Firm's practice is assisting middle-market companies with regard to their direct investment activities in the People's Republic of China. In this regard, O'Connell & Co has structured and obtained Chinese government approvals for a number of joint venture and wholly foreign-owned enterprises ("WFOE's") on behalf of U.S. and European companies, and has assisted clients in the acquisition of equity in and restructuring of existing Chinese companies. In addition, the Firm counsels clients involved in most other forms of China-related business transactions including technology transfer and licensing, real estate acquisition and construction, mergers, acquisitions and disposals and has handled a variety of public and private offerings of debt and equity, including venture capital matters.
In addition to its China-related work, the Firm represents companies from the U.S. in connection with joint ventures, trade finance and direct investment matters elsewhere in Asia, as well as in the European Union (especially France), sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East, as well as EU, British and Asian companies with regard to their in-bound activities in the U.S.
PAETEC Communications, Inc., is an innovative supplier of communications solutions to medium and large businesses and institutions. With the belief that every customer has unique needs, PAETEC offers personalized solutions that include a comprehensive suite of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services delivered over our Private-IP MPLS network. With more than 1,100,000 access line equivalents in service, PAETEC serves more than 15,000 core business customers across the U.S. by offering a full line of telecommunications and Internet services, enterprise communications management software, security solutions, and managed services. The company was the recipient of the 2005 American Business Ethics Award for a mid-size company, presented by the Society of Financial Services Professionals. PAETEC is headquartered in Fairport, N.Y. More information about the company can be found by visiting www.paetec.com .
Passport Health: Founded in 1994, Passport Health is headquartered in Baltimore, MD and is the largest doctor-recommended provider of vaccines in the nation. With currently 127 locations nationwide in 31 states, the public can access professional travel health nurses that offer travel health medicine and travel health products.
Passport Health’s services include adult and adolescent immunizations for travel, back-to-school, immigration, military readiness, disaster relief, and bioterrorism response. Plus, event vaccine services for employers and schools include onsite clinics for Flu, Meningitis, and more. Passport Health has provided anthrax vaccinations and smallpox vaccination training and has worked with the US military, Post Office, and Federal employees and currently runs a 24/7 immunization call center for the Department of Defense.
Patton Electronics: Patton Electronics is a leader in the production of network access and connectivity products including, Voice over IP (VoIP), ADSL+ and G.SHDSL ipDSLAMs, broadband transmission and hundreds of connectivity products. Patton is engaged in Product Development, Marketing, Sales, and Manufacturing at our locations in Maryland, Switzerland and India locations.
Proforma Global Printing, is an International provider of graphic communications and business solutions. With over 30 years of experience, Prforma remains clearly focused on meeting the graphic communications and marketing needs of businesses and organizations for more than 30,000 clients.
Our track record shows our ability for effectively saving Fortune 1000 companies 16% or more on their indirect spend for printed materials and promotional products. We have developed custom solutions for design, ordering, brand management and streamlining workflow processes. Our flexible programs enable us the most efficient structure; offering a full range of services. Our company has been a pathfinder to using technology and a systemic approach to challenge traditional practices.
Reducing process costs, usage control, improved material productivity, product standardization and leveraging overall spend are some of the typically missed opportunities that our Print Program delivers.
Our offerings include and internet based on-line ordering system, allowing Global purchasing with translation into 168 different languages. Products include stationery, forms, tags and labels as well as commercial print, promotional products (over 650,000 items), and one to one marketing efforts. We offer a full range of multimedia production services, such as video and interactive presentations, website design and live event management. Proforma Global Printing’s creative team will assist you with a full array of concepts and production planning to enhance your results. Our approach creates a one-stop-shop, simplifying all of your requirements with new and innovative ideas.
Port of Baltimore: The Port of Baltimore is one of only two Eastern U.S. ports where the main shipping channel reaches a depth of 50 feet (15.2 meters). It is also one of America's busiest international ports and strategically the closest to the nation’s Midwest industrial center, located within an overnight drive of one-third of the nation's population. The Port of Baltimore has a vital role in Maryland's economic development, generating $1.5 billion in annual revenue and supporting 33,700 jobs. It serves over 50 ocean carriers making nearly 1,800 annual visits. General cargo moving through the port in 2002 amounted to 38,800,000 short tons (23,600,000 foreign; 15,200,000 domestic).
Procter & Gamble: Established in 1837, The Procter & Gamble Company began as a small, family operated soap and candle company in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA. Today, P&G markets more than 250 products to more than five billion consumers in 130 countries. The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is a recognized leader in the development, distribution and marketing of superior Fabric & Home Care, Baby Care, Feminine Care, Family Care, Beauty Care, Health Care, and Snacks & Beverages products. P&G markets nearly 300 brands - including Pampers, Tide, Ariel, Always, Whisper, Pantene, Bounty, Pringles, Folgers, Charmin, Downy, Lenor, Iams, Crest, Actonel, Olay and Clairol - in more than 160 countries around the world. Procter & Gamble is unique when it comes to innovation. We market products in nearly 50 categories - from laundry products and toothpaste to diapers and bone disease therapies. The breadth of our business creates opportunities to connect technology across categories in unexpected ways.
Phillips Foods: Phillips Foods is an importer of Pasteurized Blue Crab Meat and other assorted seafood products into the U.S. Phillips owns three facilities in Southeast Asia which processes this crab meat and other seafood for export to the United States. Phillips Foods also produces a line of high quality institutional seafood products that are sold to both food distributors as well as retail supermarket chains.
Prime Manufacturing Technologies: Main product/service: Plastic Molding Company
PSA Financial : PSA Financial provides middle market employers with a unique blend of consulting and financial services that includes employee benefit consulting, employer sponsored retirement plans, wealth management, property and casualty insurance, and risk management.
Regional Manufacturing Institute: The Regional Manufacturing Institute (RMI) is a nonprofit association that works to improve manufacturing competitiveness. RMI offers forums and other initiatives that promote technology, enhance the image of modern manufacturing, and increase the availability of skilled workers.
RTKL Associates: Main RTKL is an international architecture, planning and engineering firm that is currently at work in more than 45 countries. The firm has developed a deep, diverse portfolio in retail and mixed-use development, corporate office and institutional buildings, entertainment, health and sciences, residential and transportation-related developments.
RWD Technologies: Founded, in 1988, RWD is a privately held company that develops, implements, and supports products and services used to deliver training solutions, IT consulting services, and organizational performance improvement. RWD has built a strong reputation by delivering technology and training solutions that help clients increase operational efficiency and reduce costs by streamlining their processes and procedures. Based in Baltimore, MD, RWD serves Fortune 500 and major multinational corporations throughout the world. RWD’s solutions are used in more than 20 industries including finance, pharmaceutical, chemical, petrochemical, manufacturing, automotive, rail, telecommunications, healthcare, and consumer products.
Rosemore, Inc. : Rosemore, Inc. is a privately held investment holding company whose primary operating business is oil and gas exploration and production. In addition to its direct operations, Rosemore holds equity positions in oil and gas companies, financial institutions and venture capital companies.
Sage Policy Group: SAGE POLICY GROUP, INC. is an economic and policy consulting firm. The company's Chairman & CEO, Anirban Basu, is trained as an economist, educator and attorney. We specialize in economic, fiscal and legislative analysis, forecasting, litigation support, workforce development and labor negotiations. We are committed to supporting our clients' organizational objectives while pursuing the betterment of our broader society.
Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg: Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, PA. is an international trade and customs law firm concentrating on the movement of goods and personnel across international borders.
Semmes, Bowen & Semmes: Founded in 1887, Semmes, Bowen & Semmes is one of the oldest and largest full-service law firms in the State of Maryland. Semmes’ general civil practice serves a diverse clientele of businesses and individuals in the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. and across the nation. Although our practice is regional in focus, we are involved in many matters outside the Mid-Atlantic region, and many of our lawyers regularly undertake transactional and litigation matters that are national or international in scope. Through our professional and personal networks of individual attorneys throughout the world, Semmes also has a working relationship with counsel in more than 130 countries, enabling us to assist the Firm’s clients with competent advice on foreign law and practice. The professional character of the Firm is evident in its strong business and litigation practice, its history spanning more than a century, and its deep roots in the greater Mid-Atlantic region. Recognizing that modern-day business knows no geographic boundaries, Semmes actively participates in the American Law Firm Association (ALFA), a global network of independent collaborating law firms. As the exclusive member firm in the State of Maryland, our attorneys can draw upon the collective experience and expertise of the worldwide community of ALFA firms.
Shulman, Rogers, Gandal, Pordy & Ecker, P.A.: The largest law firm in the Maryland suburbs of the Nation's Capital, Shulman, Rogers, Gandal, Pordy & Ecker, P.A., is a full-service law firm, with 96 attorneys located in Rockville, Maryland, with branch offices in Washington, D.C., Tysons Corner, Virginia, and Greenbelt, Maryland.
The international practice at Shulman Rogers concentrates on immigration law, compliance with U.S. export controls and import regulations, and international procurements. In the corporate area, the Firm's services include securities, mergers and acquisitions, employment, taxation, intellectual property, telecommunications, biotechnology, government contracts, business planning, commercial transactions, public financings, franchising, corporate compliance and estate planning. In addition, the Firm has vast experience in a broad range of real estate transactions, with a strong emphasis on commercial leasing, landlord-tenant, commercial development, acquisition, sales, residential closings, and related matters. Our litigators offer extensive experience in complex litigation and all methods of dispute resolution, including international commercial arbitration.
Sullivan Cove Consultants: Sullivan Cove Consultants, LLC (SCC) is a professional services company established to consolidate and continue the alternative dispute resolution and ancillary legal services practice that its founder developed and expanded during his career in the private practice of law. SCC’s panels of experienced senior practitioners augment and enhance the capabilities offered by founder John Graham to private business clients and government agencies.
By bringing together nationally recognized practitioners of world-class ability, SCC offers its clients direct access to a talent pool of professionals on an as-needed basis for particular matters, or for more protracted or regular assignments where the need exists. Throughout the process, SCC management provides oversight and quality control to assure consistency and outstanding performance.
SunTrust Bank: One of the top 10 banks in the nation, SunTrust offers a full range of business services both domestically and internationally. Advantages include experienced trade finance and trade banking specialists, established links with major banks around the world, and superior customer service on competitively priced products.
Tatum: Tatum is a national partnership of highly experienced Chief Financial Officers who provide strategic and financial leadership to companies on an interim, part time or project basis. Tatum’s CFO’s offer a wide range of industry experience with companies ranging in size from startup to multi-national corporations to not-for-profit organizations. In addition, Tatum has recently added Controllers to their resources. Tatum’s value to its clients is defined by its ability to integrate immediately into its clients’ operations, to pursue objectively opportunities, and to lead to the achievement of results. Tatum’s clients have on-demand access to the Firm’s almost 1,000 executive-level professionals in 33 offices nationwide. For more information on Tatum please visit the Firm’s website at www.tatumllc.com.
Tech Council of Maryland: The Technology Council of Maryland is a not-for-profit membership organization that represents the interests of technology companies and brings together with other allied private sector businesses, the Educational Institutions and Federal Research Agencies, making up Maryland's technology community. The Technology Council of Maryland is organized to serve the State's technology community through two major Industry Networks, the Maryland BioScience Alliance (also known as the BioAlliance) and the Advanced Technology Network.
TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.: TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS) is a leading provider of software and solutions to wireless telecommunication carriers worldwide and to government customers that require high reliability and security.
Teledyne Energy Systems: Teledyne Energy Systems, Inc. (TESI), a Teledyne Technologies Company, is a leading global provider of on-site gas and power generation systems and fuel cell test equipment. TESI continuously strives to exceed our customers’ expectations by listening to their requirements and offering the industry best solutions, based on a 50+ year history of material and production excellence.
Terminal Corporation: The Terminal Corporation is a warehouse, trucking and distribution company that handles products in the Washington/Baltimore/Mid-Atlantic regions. Since 1893, we have delivered solutions for import, export, grocery, forest products, consumer goods and building commodities, using a network of cross dock, reload, rail, storage and marine facilities, supported by excellent information technology that helps our customers succeed.
TESSCO Technologies: TESSCO is a leading provider of solutions for wireless communications. TESSCO provides the end-to-end product & service solutions necessary to build, operate, maintain, and use wireless communications systems. TESSCO’s solutions encompass the entire wireless industry – voice, data, messaging, location, tracking, and Internet systems. As wireless technology expands into new horizons, TESSCO is at the forefront.
Towson University: Towson University is the second largest university in Maryland and a member of the University System of Maryland. We enroll more than 16,000 students, including international students from nearly 100 countries. Towson’s 328 acre campus is located in the suburban community of Towson, Maryland, eight miles north of downtown Baltimore. Established in 1866, Towson is nationally recognized for its excellent programs in the arts, sciences, business, communications, humanities, health professions, education and computer information systems.
T. Rowe Price: Established in 1937, T. Rowe Price Associates serves as an investment adviser to over 400 taxable and tax-exempt clients, as well as a wide array of T. Rowe Price no-load mutual funds. Our broad client base of over $65 billion in assets includes private and public employee benefit plans, endowments, foundations, religious organizations, individuals and corporations. In our over 50-year history, T. Rowe Price Associates has grown from a three-man investment management firm into a nationally recognized investment establishment employing over 1,800 full-time individuals.
UK Trade & Investment: UK Trade & Investment is the Government organization that supports companies in the UK doing business internationally and overseas enterprises seeking to set up or expand in the UK. Its role is to help companies realize their international business potential through knowledge transfer, and on-going partnership support. Across its network UK Trade & Investment employs around 2,300 staff and advisers, including overseas in UK embassies, high commissions, consulates and trade offices, and in the nine English regions.
University of Baltimore: The Merrick School of Business, along with a Law School and a College of Liberal Arts, comprise the University of Baltimore, which is part of the University of Maryland System. The Business School offers both undergraduate and masters degrees in a variety of business disciplines, including International Business. In addition to degree programs, the Merrick School provides programs like the Global Business Practicums that serve the local business community and that attract students and executives from around the world.
University of Maryland, College Park: The University of Maryland at College Park (UMCP) is a national research university and the flagship institution for the state of Maryland. It offers 97 undergraduate, 87 Masters and 65 doctoral programs, making it one of the most comprehensive universities in Washington DC, Northern Virginia, or Maryland. The university attracts students from over 130 countries, ranking it 5th among all institutions in the country. It also ranks 7th in the nation in the number of Fulbright awards received by its students.
University of Maryland, University College: The University of Maryland University College (UMUC) is the Open University of the state of Maryland and of the United States. The University in its entirety has but one focus—the educational needs of the nontraditional student.
University System of Maryland: The University System of Maryland (USM), a public corporation and a charter system, is one of the State's most valuable assets and adds immeasurably to the quality of life in Maryland. The nation's 12th largest university system, the USM's network of 13 institutions enrolls nearly 130,000 students worldwide in 600 degree programs delivered in classrooms, laboratories, education centers, and online. The USM's nationally ranked programs, leading-edge research collaborations, and innovative business partnerships provide opportunities that support the USM Mission and the goals of the USM Strategic Plan as they prepare students for both the promises and demands of the new century.
U.S. Department of State: The International Visitor Leadership Program operates under authority of the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (Fulbright-Hays Act). The emphasis of the program is to increase mutual understanding through communication at the personal and professional levels.
The International Visitor Leadership Program brings participants to the United States from all over the world each year to meet and confer with their professional counterparts and to experience the U.S. firsthand. The visitors, who are current or potential leaders in government, politics, the media, education, and other fields, are selected by American Officials overseas. More than 200 current and former Heads of State, 1,500 cabinet-level ministers, and many other distinguished world leaders in government and the private sector have participated in the International Visitor Leadership Program.
The Department of State directs the program in cooperation with a wide range of non-profit organizations operating under cooperative agreements with the Department of State. http://exchanges.state.gov/education/IVP/
Visionmark Design & Communications:
Visionmark has produced award winning work for a diverse group of local, national and international clients. Based in Baltimore, Visionmark provides our clients, including the World Trade Center Institute, with full service Marketing and advertising services including: strategic planning, advertising, direct, web development, print design, packaging, exhibits, video and motion graphics.
Founded in 1995, Visionmark is dedicated to our client's success through a commitment to creativity and integrated branded approach to communications. Our process for delivering innovative creative solutions begins with researching all the points where your company interacts with its clients, prospects and partners.
Globally, Wachovia is one of the most prominent banks in the world today. With over 200 years of international banking experience, Wachovia provides solutions that help financial institutions, corporations, and multi-lateral agencies conduct their business in almost any corner of the globe. Wachovia Bank, N.A. provides a full array of solutions to meet global payments, collections, trade, outsourcing, foreign exchange, and capital markets requirements. We have been rated the #1 global correspondent bank in overall satisfaction (Source: FImetrix) for two years in a row.
A Global Presence
Over 8000 correspondent banking and corporate trade relationships
44 offices throughout Europe, Asia, and Latin America
#1 correspondent market share in Asia and Latin America, #4 in Western Europe
International processing centers in Charlotte, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, and Winston-Salem
Foreign branches in Frankfurt, Hong Kong, London, Seoul, Shanghai, Taipei, and Tokyo
Foreign exchange desks in Charlotte, Hong Kong and London
4th largest trade bank in the U.S.
#1 trade outsourcing bank in the world
#1 export LC advisings in Taiwan
#1 in trade MT700 and MT400 usage among North American banks
Considered by Hong Kong Monetary Authority as a “critically important bank” as we handle over 10% of Hong Kong’s exports
First bank to allow companies to initiate LC/s on the internet
Washington Laboratories: Washington Laboratories provides testing and engineering services for compliance with the EMC, electromagnetic compatibility and product safety. Additional services include field testing, product and facility consulting and educational seminars.
Winbak Farm: You need only to see Winbak Farm of Maryland to realize it is one of the finest facilities in the sport. Located in the picturesque heart of Maryland's great horse breeding tradition, Winbak of Maryland sits on more than 2,000 acres of Maryland famed lush farmland. It is the state's largest and leading nursery and is home for Winbak's outstanding quality broodmares and their yearlings. In addition to Winbak stallions, a number of Winbak mares are sired by around 40 of the finest stallions in the sport. Winbak Farms impressive group of selected stallions afford an exceptional opportunity to discriminate breeders. Winbak Farm stallions are not only outstandingly conformed major stakes winning horses, their foals are eligible for four exciting breeding programs, Canada, New York, Maryland and Delaware.
Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP: Whiteford, Taylor & Preston is one of Maryland's largest law firms with over 150 lawyers. Community-oriented and culturally diverse, our attorneys practice in every area of the law important to our clients and have grown by meeting our clients' needs for increasingly sophisticated, global legal services. Based in Baltimore, with offices in Towson and Columbia, Maryland; Washington D.C.; and Alexandria, Virginia, we take pride in providing our clients with all of the expertise and resources of a large, full-service firm, while at the same time providing the personal attention that businesses require. We represent clients of all sizes from large corporations to start-up enterprises engaged in technology, health care, finance, transportation, education, real estate, and manufacturing, as well as governmental entities, non-profits and individuals.
With all the expansion of the Internet, the emergence of pan-national unions, the growth of cross-border alliances, treaties and other international economic, monetary, political and other developments, the much-awaited global marketplace is a reality. We help our business clients arrange financial transactions, mergers and acquisitions and public offerings; advise them on intellectual property, tax, employment, trade and real estate matters; and defend their interests in litigation of all kinds. Consistent with our collaborative "team approach" to problem solving, our attorneys work closely with our established foreign legal affiliations to provide advice related to local laws, regulations and customs in all commercially significant foreign countries. Whiteford, Taylor & Preston is also member of LexLink, an international network of lawyers, and the International Trademark Association.
Zephyr Environmental Corporation: Zephyr Environmental Corporation is a privately held full-service environmental, health and safety firm offering consulting, training, and data systems services to clients worldwide. Working within multiple industries, we specialize in air & water quality, waste management & cleanup issues, incident management, and workplace & community safety. We are able to tailor our services to meet project requirements, including offering training courses, expert testimony, and data systems that complement and support our consulting services. We assist our clients with both their off-site and onsite consulting needs, providing them with turnkey environmental support for all their sites, both domestic and international.