The United States holds significant potential for Canadian companies. This session will present the current trends and opportunities available for Canadian products and services in the various markets across the border. Learn what strategies to consider and resources to utilize for successful market entry into the States.

David Smith, Trade Commissioner
Information Technology/Communication
Consulate General of Canada – Denver, Colorado

David Smith is the Trade Commissioner responsible for the Information Technology/Communication industry sectors for the Consulate General of Canada located in Denver. David is responsible for Canada-U.S. trade/commerce relations in the states of Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, and Montana.

Prior to joining the Canadian Consulate, David worked for PeopleSoft implementing business software solutions for both U.S. and Canadian clients. David has also trained more than 300 end users in the financial and distribution software modules. Prior to his experience at PeopleSoft, he worked for Georgia-Pacific as a procurement manager for building products from Canada.

David received his Masters of Business Administration in International Business from the University of Colorado, and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Brigham Young University. David is also bilingual in French and English after having spent two years living in Belgium and France.