Public Workshop on Filipinos
and the import/export business

November 18, 2003
5:30 to 7 p.m.
Pacific Gas and Electric Co.
77 Beale Street
3rd Floor Conference Room
(The closest BART/Muni Station is Embarcadero.
Please use the Market & Beale Street exit)

COME join the Filipino Business Assistance Program in discussing the ins and outs of importation and exportation of goods to and from abroad. Invited speakers will address relevant issues, including:

· Issues and challenges faced by Filipinos in starting and running an import/export business
· Dealing with United States and foreign Customs agencies
· Surviving in the current economic situation
· Where to get additional loans and financing
· Resources needed to ensure your business' success

For more information, please contact: Alex Deguzman at +415 8852743, ext. 108 and apibis_alex@lycos.com or Sam Sabagquit at +415 9738908.

Light refreshments will be served.

This event is sponsored by the San Francisco Mayor's Office of Community Development, Filipino American Development Foundation, Citibank, Southeast Asian Community Center and Filipino Employees Association of PG&E and Pacific Gas & Electric.