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WTCSD unveils MetroConnect VII export accelerator cohort
Together with Mayor Todd Gloria and underwriters Booz Allen Hamilton, Deloitte, and JPMorgan Chase & Co., WTCSD announced the 15 companies named to MetroConnect VII, which helps local, small- and mid-sized businesses build resilience by facilitating increased sales in global markets. From strategic and health technology to consumer goods, the multi-industry cohort will have access to a suite of resources to support expansion into international markets, including up to $30,000 in grant funding.
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Following trade mission, Dutch TNO establishes first North American office in San Diego
Following its Urban Strategy predictive modeling platform demonstration during WTCSD’s 2022 Netherlands trade mission, the Dutch government’s premier applied science research organization TNO will locate its first North American employee in San Diego. The partnership aims to develop a regional digital twin to inform San Diego’s decisions on land use, infrastructure, transportation, and housing development, complementing the region’s inclusive economic goals.
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How MetroConnect VII’s Wearable Sensing is revolutionizing neurological research
Wearable Sensing develops wearable brain activity monitoring sensors using its patented active dry electrode technology to support research needs in real time, including studying brain function, identifying neurological disorders, and investigating effects of treatments on brain activity. As part of the new MetroConnect VII cohort, the Rancho Bernardo-based company aims to launch its technology further onto the global stage and grow its international sales in markets like the Middle East.
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San Diego News
- Samsung, ASML announce $760M investment for advanced chip plant in South Korea
- Panda diplomacy returns as China partners with San Diego Zoo
- Dexcom launches real-time continuous monitoring solution in Europe
- Brazilian-owned MetroConnect alum Novo Brazil Brewing opens Mission Valley location
- General Atomics secures $4B aircraft sale to India
- Illumina, Chinese biotech company HaploX partner on benchtop genetic sequencing system
- Otay Mesa border crossing completes $134M modernization project
- TriLink BioTechnologies granted mRNA patents from China, Canada
Events
- March 27 – WTCSD’s Global Competitiveness Council – Q1 2024
- April 14-17 – San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce – 2024 Mission to Washington, D.C.
- April 17 – U.S. Commercial Service Export Compliance Roadshow
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World Trade Center San Diego works directly with companies—free of charge—to help them expand internationally and grow in San Diego.
- Export Specialty Center: For small companies interested in learning about exporting and international growth.
- MetroConnect: For small and medium-sized companies ready to export and grow internationally.
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- WTCSD honored with Presidential Export Award
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- Eight San Diego companies win $35K in grants via Export SBDC
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