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The United States and Europe remain each other’s most important markets: the transatlantic economy is the largest and wealthiest market in the world with strong ties in foreign direct investment. While there are well documented metrics at the national and state-levels concerning global trade and investment, jobs and tourism, there is practically nothing at the local level. This void make strategic planning and regional marketing difficult for regional and local governments. This discussion will help shed light on experiences in Northern Virginia and Hamburg with foreign direct investment and subnational cooperation.

Welcome Remarks:

Paul Linnarz, Director KAS Office USA

Robert Lazaro, Executive Director, Northern Virginia Regional Commission

Panelists:

Dr. Dan Hamilton, Johns Hopkins University, Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies

Marian Marquez, Acting Deputy Director, Arlington Economic Development

Moderator:

Dr. Dale Medearis, Senior Regional Planner, Northern Virginia Regional Commission