When companies look to expand their facilities and operations, it’s important to have a unified, regional message among partners to attract such foreign investment. This strategy holds true when chambers help their small businesses expand their global operations and reach.

Angela Franco, president & CEO of the DC Chamber of Commerce, dove into the partnership between the chamber, the City of DC and Factum Global to increase trade and help mature SMES grow abroad. She and other speakers shared best practices on collaboration and partnering for funding and expertise while responding to the growing demand from businesses for global expertise.