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The President’s “E” Award for Exporting

November 7, 2016

The President’s “E” Award was initiated by Executive Order of President John F. Kennedy in 1961 and has been presented annually ever since. The President’s “E” Award affords suitable recognition to persons, firms, or organizations which contribute significantly in the effort to increase U.S. exports. There are two types of “E” Awards. The President’s “E”…

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2022 President's "E" Award

2016 Ohio Winners of the President’s “E” Award

June 13, 2016

Recognition for a job well done might not be the ultimate goal of a company; however, it is certainly appreciated when it is received. Such validation represents an objective confirmation of a company’s striving for excellence. One such recognition is the President’s “E” Award, the highest honor a U.S. entity can receive for significant contributions…

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EXIM Bank

President Obama Signs EXIM Bank’s Reauthorization Into Law

December 11, 2015

On December 4, 2015, President Obama signed the highway funding bill which also reauthorizes the Export-Import Bank (EXIM Bank) through FY 2019.  This represents a hard-fought victory for President Obama, Secretary Pritzker, the Administration, and the U.S. exporting community over Congressional critics who successfully permitted EXIM Bank’s authority to lapse on July 1st.  However, the…

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Implementation of Additional Sanctions Against Russia and Belarus Under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Refinements to Existing Controls

A Basic Guide to Export Licensing

November 30, 2015

The decision to add exporting products to its growth model can be a major step in the success of a business. And, like all major decisions, it comes with its share of anticipation and apprehension. This simplified guide is offered as a starting point in the plan’s process. A review of the literature on export…

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EXIM Bank

Boehner Squeezed by Home-State Exporters Over Ex-Im Bank

November 5, 2015

Congressman Boehner squeezed by home state exporters over Ex-Im Bank. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2014-07-23/boehner-squeezed-by-home-state-exporters-over-ex-im-bank

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