A visit to the National SI Center brought together Ukrainian founders and U.S. partners for discussions on entering the American market, establishing operations, and navigating the technology business landscape.

Brandon Remington, the Deputy Under Secretary for Policy at the International Trade Administration and Executive Director of the National SI Center, welcomed participants and introduced the National SI Center and its AI Exports Program. 

The discussions covered:

• U.S. Commercial Service and SelectUSA resources, presented by Gabriela Zelaya.
• Manufacturing opportunities in California, with David Pasquini of the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz).
• Establishing a business in San Francisco and land-use considerations, with Anita Huang of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce.
• U.S. hiring and business setup practices.

Thank you to the National SI Center and all participating experts for sharing practical insights and helping Ukrainian entrepreneurs explore opportunities for growth in the United States.