The German American Chamber of Commerce Pittsburgh is a chapter of AHK USA, serving the greater Pittsburgh region.AHK USA is one of the largest bilateral trade organizations worldwide. With 2,500 member companies and office locations in Atlanta, Chicago and New York as well as branch offices in Houston, Philadelphia and San Francisco, the members and clients of AHK USA benefit from a nation-wide service network. At 120 locations in 80 countries around the world, the German Chamber network (AHK) offers experience, connections and services to German and foreign companies. The service portfolio of the AHKs was unified worldwide under the brand name DEinternational. DEinternational simplifies the international comparison of the different AHK services especially for mediumsized companies.

The Mauer Group Consultancy provides a variety of services and expertise in country intelligence, partner strategies, competitive intelligence, market entry strategies, and governmental affairs. In addition to geopolitical-based intelligence, we also provide cultural awareness training and women diversity development.

The National Association of District Export Councils (NADEC) increases awareness and understanding of the importance of exports to the US economy through education, legislative outreach and engagement with DECs and other relevant stakeholders. NADEC is a non-profit corporation that maintains a 501(c)(6) federal income tax status. NADEC consists of 16 District Export Council (DEC) board members who have been elected to the NADEC by DEC members from each of the eight U.S. Commercial Service Networks. In addition, 8 associate members serve at the NADEC.The Western Pennsylvania District Export Council (WPA DEC) is a dedicated resource for companies as they navigate the complexities of global markets. The WPA DEC provides export training seminars and regularly hosts international trade lectures, programs, and events. The council also offers an extensive library of online trade and export resources that local businesses can leverage to learn more about export procedures and identify opportunities for growth.

Founded in 1959, GlobalPittsburgh is a leader in the region's efforts to globalize Pittsburgh, improve its international connections, and to help international people feel comfortable living here. GlobalPittsburgh is Improving the region's global competitiveness by creating long-term relationships connecting the Greater Pittsburgh community with international leaders and influencers. GlobalPittsburgh improves global competitiveness by promoting the Greater Pittsburgh Region, attracting international leaders, influencers and students, and engaging them with regional leaders, companies, educational institutions and organizations.

Senior Advisor with the an global team for the International Business Group at LegacyHP. Activities include market entry strategies, partner and competitive intelligence, international business development, strategic consulting- strategic planning, business planning and sales strategy development. Our team helps companies with little international experience and companies exploring territories outside current geographical region(s) to identify and to win business opportunities in new markets. Our methodology is based on the Gateway Decision Model, which are decisive, resulting ideally in a fast win or fast loss (both good outcomes). Proven goal of this process will avoid slow losses, which are the worst possible outcomes.

Echo International is over 30 years in the language service industry. We provide translation, interpreting, website localization, language training, and other consulting services. As director of government contracts, we were accepted the 738ii Contract for GSA Schedule. In my current role, we are establishing relationships with agencies across the governmental spectrum. In addition, I managed our global resources for two years, where I achieved several crucial goals for Echo International: More diverse resources; Negotiate contracts to better serve our end clients; Increase competitiveness and quality of existing and new resources. While the goals were achieved, another intangible goal was critical and imperative- communication and respect for both our company and our resources.

Global Sales Development for the Systems Division of Bombardier Transportation. Partner strategy and political analysis, and developing new business opportunities for the company.

Research and Analyze potential partners for Systems division (primarily in the construction industry). Determine best possible partners for specific projects according to political, competitive, and technological capabilities. Designed and created a comprehensive, multi-functional Partner Intelligence Database for company.