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Silicon Valley Robotics

Silicon Valley Robotics (SVR) supports the innovation and commercialization of robotics technologies. We host the Silicon Valley Robot Block Party, networking events, investor forums, a directory, jobs board and provide additional services and information for members, including an annual global robotics startup competition and reports on aspects of the emerging robotics industry.

We’ve just added a map/list of all the robotics research labs in the Bay Area – there are 50 just counting govt/academic labs!

Location

8000 Edgewater Dr

Oakland, CA 94621

  • Read more about Silicon Valley Robotics  →

World Affairs Council of Austin

The World Affairs Council of Austin’s International Trade Center (ITC) supports Texas businesses which seek opportunities outside of the United States.  ITC representatives work closely with corporate decision-makers from abroad who wish to have a presence, strategic alliances, and market in Texas.

Location

1103 W. 24th Street

Austin, TX 78705

  • Read more about World Affairs Council of Austin  →

Upstate SC Alliance

Formed in 2000, the Upstate South Carolina Alliance is a public/private regional economic development organization designed to market the dynamic Upstate region, representing the commerce-rich northwestern corner of South Carolina, to the world. The Upstate SC Alliance's vision is to "Position and market the Upstate SC region to successfully compete for business investment globally."  The Alliance's goal is to spearhead an aggressive, innovative and comprehensive global marketing strategy to attract new investment to the Upstate region.

Location

124 Verdae Blvd.

Suite 202

Greenville, SC 29607

  • Read more about Upstate SC Alliance  →

Allen Economic Development Group

The Allen Economic Development Group (AEDG) is a public/private partnership formed in 1993 to act as a facilitator for countywide economic development. The mission statement of AEDG is as follows: "It is the mission of the Allen Economic Development Group to create an environment for new business development, to promote and nurture existing business and to facilitate the creation of new jobs in Allen County."

This cooperative effort of the public and private sectors has been one of the catalyst for the economic growth that Lima/Allen County has experienced.

Location

144 South Main Street

Suite 200

Lima, OH 45801

  • Read more about Allen Economic Development Group  →

Wayne Economic Development Council

Over the past several decades, Wayne County, Ohio has evolved into one of the most dynamic small communities in the country.  It offers the advantages of small-town living with the amenities of the Cleveland, Columbus, Akron and Canton metroopolitan statistical areas in close proximity. Wayne County pride itself on its agricultural heritage and the work ethic it has engendered in the labor force.  It has also propelled Wayne County into one of the elite areas of the US for technology and R&D associated with the agbiosciences. 

Location

542 E. Liberty St.

Wooster, OH 44691

  • Read more about Wayne Economic Development Council  →

Drive Oregon

Drive Oregon is the epicenter for innovation in electric mobility, connecting leaders and entrepreneurs to advance the industry and strengthen our economy.

Drive Oregon’s mission is to promote, support, and grow the electric mobility industry in Oregon. We envision Oregon as a leader in the rapidly growing electric vehicle industry, providing thousands of family wage jobs in a range of businesses delivering infrastructure, components, specialized vehicles, and support services.

Location

1600 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 620

Portland, OR 97201

  • Read more about Drive Oregon  →

Clúster Automotriz de Nuevo León, A.C.

El CLAUT Automotriz de Nuevo León, A.C. es una asociación civil compuesta por fabricantes de primer nivel de la industria automotriz e instituciones académicas y gubernamentales relacionadas con el ramo. 

Entendemos a la industria automotriz como la cadena integrada desde las armadoras de vehículos hasta los proveedores de primero, segundo y tercer nivel, mejor conocidos como "Tier1", "Tier2" y "Tier3" así como las empresas de soporte a la Industria Automotriz tales como las empresas de servicios de logísticas, de consultoría, etc.

Location

Río Colorado no. 226, local 8 y 9

Col. del Valle

San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo Leon 66220

  • Read more about Clúster Automotriz de Nuevo León, A.C.  →

Detroit Regional Chamber

The Detroit Regional Chamber is dedicated to powering the economy for Southeast Michigan and moving the economic needle forward. That starts with a relentless commitment to business and providing our members the resources to succeed while positioning the city and region to compete globablly. We accomplish this by focusing on economic development, regional collaboration and education reform.

Location

One Woodward Ave.

MI 48226

  • Read more about Detroit Regional Chamber  →
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The U.S. Cluster Mapping Project is led by Professor Michael E. Porter at the Institute for Strategy and Competitiveness, Harvard Business School.

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