How do I identify key business contacts in a foreign country?
Once you have identified the market you wish to enter, the next step of locating primary business contacts in the foreign market appears to be a daunting task. However, there are several avenues to take which will provide you with this information more easily than you thought. In many countries, it is imperative to have a local contact person who will help introduce you to key business people in your new market. An invaluable resource for making contacts of this variety are American Chambers of Commerce in other countries. For example, AmCham of Brazil-Sao Paulo is an organization whose members include American expatriates working in Brazil as well as Brazilian nationals. Belonging to such an organization in your target country not only leads to great contacts but can also provide a support system of professionals who may have experienced what you are going through. For a list of Chambers of Commerce, click on the Directories button under Business Resources. Towards the bottom of the l
