California: Resources
California Centers for International Trade Development (CITD)
The California CITD statewide network provide free or low-cost services to California businesses looking to expand internationally. Services include training, trade missions and trade shows. Also included on this site is a statewide list of CITD events and training opportunities, as well as a collection of downloadable international trade reports.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 5, 2012
California Chamber of Commerce
The site for the California Chamber of Commerce provides news updates on economic matters, along with information on government-business relations. The site also includes information on international activities and trade, as well as a section detailing California's employment laws.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
California Labor & Workforce Development Agency
The Labor and Workforce section of the official California website is worth highlighting, as it provides information on many specific labor-related initiatives. Programs on workforce development are provided, as well as labor law information.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
California Secretary of State Business Programs
The business programs section of the California Secretary of State website contains a wealth of valuable information including relevant news & notices, important customer alerts, and a useful business entities section that includes forms, samples & fees, filing tips, FAQs and more.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
California Trade Network
The California Trade Network is a service that provides online networking opportunities to its members. Members are professionals in California’s International Business community and can be found by searching by within a specific industry or country of interest. Opportunities for trade are also available and are emailed to members based on their business profiles.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
Employment Development Department
This department puts out various publications about the California labor market, industries, and economy in general. Data is also provided on various topics such as industry employment and unemployment rates.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
San Diego Business Journal
SDBJ provides in-depth coverage on a variety of business topics in California such as technology, manufacturing, and finance. There are also other non-business areas of the site that could be of specific interest to businesspeople such as real estate or healthcare.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
San Diego State University's Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER)
San Diego State University's CIBER is involved in international business education and research, language training, student and faculty international exchanges, and executive education outreach programs, all with the goal of promoting United States companies' competitiveness abroad.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
State of California Business Portal
This part of the official state of California website provides detailed information on starting and growing a business, exporting, and foreign investment. This site also includes useful, business-oriented programs, as well as downloadable guides about California investing and the California economy.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
Tradeport
TradePort, through the Monterey Bay International Trade Association (MBITA) and the TradePort network, provides a resource center for trade information and assistance. TradePort additionally provides trade development services and support for California and North American businesses seeking to market around the world, international buyers seeking to purchase products from North America, and overseas sellers seeking to market select products in North America.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
U.S. Export Assistance Center of California
The California branch of the Department of Commerce specializes in helping small to medium sized companies develop and execute exporting strategies. Fees vary and are based on the service being provided. This website provides links to the offices serving northern, southern and central California with maps of each region.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
UCLA Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER)
The CIBER at UCLA serves as a resource to faculty, students, and the business community with international business research, language, outreach, and faculty development and academic programs.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
United States: Sales Representative and Distributorship Contracts in California - a Lexwork International exclusive
This document discusses the specifics of sales representative and distributor arrangements in California. It primarily focuses on the operations of wholesalers, as well as franchisee/franchisor contracts. This gives a detailed description of common issues that arise in these relationships and the laws that govern them. Prepared by: AterWynne LLP Attorneys at Law.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012
University of Southern California Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER)
The University of Southern California Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) is involved in international trade research and provides programs to improve international business education and awareness. Also provided are tools helpful to those in the business community involved or interested in international business.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 4, 2012