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You are cordially invited to attend the World Lithuanian Economic Forum (WLEF) 2012 on September 21, 2012 in Chicago.(more..) WLEF 2012 will gather business executives, companies, and government leaders to promote bilateral business and economic development between the U.S. and Lithuania. The venue is at the prestigious Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago and will include a continental breakfast and plated lunch.

Learn about advantages of doing business in Europe through Lithuania. Meet Lithuanian companies in your industry interested in doing business in the U.S. Discuss export, partnering and investment opportunities with your Lithuanian counterparts. Hear success stories of U.S. companies in Lithuania. Attend break-out session in IT, Life Science, Manufacturing and Medical Tourism

IT
Information Technology in a Global Marketplace Lithuania is quickly becoming Northern Europe's Service Hub given its strong IT infrastructure. Companies including Computer Sciences Corporation and Barclays Bank have recently established Technical Support Centers in Vilnius, and several Lithuanian companies including GetJar have been gaining global attention for their innovations. Difficult market conditions have encouraged international companies to look for competitive advantages. Lithuania's IT sector may be a solution for some. Sector overview by Mindaugas Glodas, Healthcare Industry Director CEE at

Life Science
The Future of Biotechnology Lithuania's biotechnology industry has developed rapidly over the past few decades and is now regarded as one of the most sophisticated in Central and Eastern Europe. Local universities contribute to the sector by bringing cutting-edge research to the forefront of industry. Several Lithuanian biotechnology companies have been acquired by global companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific, Moog, and Sicor/Teva Group. Countinues coordinated efforts between industry, government, and academia will allow biotechnology to become one of Lithuania's most promising industries. Sector overview by

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Prof. Vladas Bumelis, Board Member at Biotechpharma

Manufacturing
Meeting World Demand through High Value-Added Manufacturing Laser technology, medical electronics and optical instruments, and communications equipment components are among the most important areas for manufacturers in Lithuania. The country's focus on high-tech engineering has contributed to Lithuanian industry's success in high value-added manufacturing including being the world's largest producer of pico-second laser spectrometers. With continued focus on this sector, Lithuania will see an increase in its footprint of exports from mostly the Scandinavian countries to a broader portion of the global marketplace. Sector overview by Dr. Henrikas Mykolaitis, Director of the Engineering Industries Association of Lithuania LINPRA

Medical Tourism
International Patients Turn to Medical Tourism As the cost of health care rises among the world's most developed countries, patients turn to alternative options for care. Lithuania is wellpositioned to meet the demand of these international patients given the country's established and reputable health care system. Maintaining a high standard of care and establishing the associated services and incentives required for a strong medical tourism industry is a priority for the country. Sector overview by Laimutis Paskevicius, President of Lithuanian Medical Tourism Association

Event Details
Event : WLEF (The World Lithuanian Economic Forum) 2012 Date : Friday, September 21, 2012 Location : Four Seasons Chicago - 120 East Delaware Place, Chicago IL 60611 Registration:Online www.plef.lt/register.htm or email to wlef@consultgsi.com Dave Warar, CEO Global Strategy, Inc. wlef@consultgsi.com

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