WEDC seeking firms for Mexico trade trip

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is seeking companies to participate in a global trade venture to Mexico at the end of January.

Wisconsin’s exports to Mexico totaled $3 billion in 2016, making it Wisconsin’s second-largest export market. The global trade venture will include segments in Mexico’s two largest cities, Guadalajara and Mexico City. Wisconsin companies from a variety of sectors are encouraged to attend.

“Over the last two decades, Mexico has transformed from a commodities export market into a diversified manufacturing economy,” said Katy Sinnott, vice president of international business development for WEDC. “Mexico has a robust supply chain with an interdependent relationship to the U.S. manufacturing sector, and Mexico’s ties to Wisconsin are stronger than ever.”...

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