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World Trade Week Orange County Forum - May 17

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The District Export Council Southern California invites you to join us and hundreds of your colleagues at the most prestigious trade event in Orange County, previously held virtually and now in person!

This year’s theme is Global Trade: Transitioning, Resilient & Growing!

Featuring world-class keynote and plenary speakers, stimulating panel discussions, and top-notch business-to-business networking opportunities, this event is a must-attend for companies looking to tap into the international market. Connect with major trade organizations, international business groups and global resources in Southern California.

Discover the value of trade as a powerful business and economic driver!

Brought to you by the District Export Council of Southern California

MEET OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Joseph Nuzzolese

Corporate Vice President, Global Supply Chain & Quality

Edwards Life Sciences

As corporate vice president, global supply chain, his responsibilities include quality and regulatory compliance. Prior to joining the company, Nuzzolese was the vice president, supply chain, for Johnson & Johnson's global surgery business. Nuzzolese has more than 25 years of experience leading all facets of supply chain and held a number of senior leadership roles at Johnson & Johnson, including vice president of supply chain in the Office of Strategy & Execution, vice president of worldwide operations for Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. and vice president of drug delivery for ALZA Corp. Nuzzolese was appointed to the Orange County United Way Board of Directors in July 2018. Nuzzolese received his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology.

David De Falco

Deputy Assistant Secretary for Europe and Eurasia

U.S. Department of Commerce

As the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Europe and Eurasia, David De Falco directs the U.S. Department of Commerce’s efforts to formulate trade policy and resolve market access issues facing U.S. exporters seeking to sustain and expand their businesses in Europe. He oversees a network of 32 U.S. Commercial Service field offices at U.S. embassies and consulates across the region, and a staff of approximately 250 employees. Previously, he was Acting Executive Director for Europe and Eurasia, where he was responsible for managing the Department’s assets. De Falco received a law degree from the George Mason University School of Law. He graduated from Washington and Lee University with a bachelor’s degree in economics and finance.