Global Gateway: Strategic Advantage

Navigate federal resources. Pursue global opportunities Join the U.S. Department of Commerce Advocacy Center , for a discussion on how the U.S. government supports qualified American companies pursuing foreign government procurement opportunities. What you'll learn The America First Arms Transfer Strategy Understand how AFATS aims to strengthen domestic manufacturing, critical supply chains, and the U.S. defense industrial base through foreign defense sales. Federal advocacy for international contracts Learn how the Advocacy Center coordinates U.S. government resources to support qualified companies pursuing foreign government procurement opportunities. Opportunities for Utah companies Explore how aerospace, defense, space, autonomy, software, electronics, communications, and advanced manufacturing capabilities may align with international defense needs. Navigating U.S. government resources Discover how the Department of Commerce works with U.S. embassies and other federal agencies to support American businesses competing abroad. When and how to engage Learn why early engagement with the Advocacy Center matters and what information helps federal partners develop an effective advocacy strategy. Featured speaker Hiro Rodriguez , executive director, U.S. Department of Commerce Advocacy Center