Economic

• World Economic Forum
  
  The World Economic Forum, founded in 1971 in Geneva, Switzerland, is impartial and nonprofit and is committed to improving the state of the world by engaging leaders in partnerships to shape global, regional and industry agendas. The website contains description of its initiatives, some of which include disease prevention and water treatment efforts.
  

  https://www.weforum.org/
• Discount Stores
  
  Discount stores date back to the late 1940s and early 1950s, just after the end of World War II. They were conceived during the post-war economic boom, to serve the consumer needs of baby boomer families.
  

  https://www.Discount-Stores.us/
• Investment Newsletters
  
  Investment newsletters analyze economic activity, track and forecast financial market trends, and provide investment advice to subscribers.
  

  https://www.InvestmentNewsletters.us/
• Helsinki Map
  
  Helsinki is the capital city and economic hub of Finland; the city is also known for its beautiful architecture, excellent cafes and restaurants, theaters and galleries, and plentiful shopping.
  

  https://www.map-of-finland.com/helsinki.htm
• UCSD Extension
  
  This is the website for the University of California, San Diego Extension program. It is one of the largest continuing education providers in the world with over 500,000 California students. There are 3 major areas of service: professional education and training, cultural enrichment, and regional economic solutions.
  

  https://extension.ucsd.edu/
• BMJ
  
  BMJ is the British Medical Journal, a publication of the British Medical Association that has been online since 1995; the paper publication since 1840. The Journal's aim is to publish original scientific studies, review and educational articles, and papers commenting on the clinical, social, scientific, political and economic factors affecting health.
  

  https://www.bmj.com/
• United States Department of Commerce
  
  The responsibility of the Department is to foster, serve, and promote the Nation's economic development and technological advancement. Among the Bureaus within the Department are the Bureau of the Census, International Trade Administration, Patent and Trademark Office, and others. The website describes the organization of the Department and its programs.
  

  https://www.commerce.gov/
• United States Department of Energy
  
  The Dept. of Energy's mission is to advance the national, economic and energy security of the United States. The website describes their principal aims and programs including Energy Security, Nuclear Security, and Environmental Responsibility. The Secretary for the Department of Energy is a member of the President's Cabinet.
  

  https://www.energy.gov/
• International Organization for Standardization
  
  ISO is a developer of global technical standards, and these standards have important economic and social repercussions. ISO standards benefit society as a whole by helping engineers and manufacturers solve basic production and distribution problems.
  

  https://www.iso.org/
• National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
  
  The NHTSA, a branch of the Dept. of Transportation, has as its mission to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce economic costs due to road traffic crashes. They do this by spearheading research into road and vehicle safety, setting a national road safety agenda, and acting as a catalyst for addressing highway safety issues. The website contains information about NHTSA, laws, safety, and more.
  

  https://www.nhtsa.gov/
• National Institute of Standards and Technology
  
  Founded in 1901, NIST is a federal agency within the United States Commerce Department. The NIST strives to promote the nation's innovation and competitiveness by advancing science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance our economic security and quality of life.
  

  https://www.nist.gov/
• Overseas Private Investment Corporation
  
  OPIC was established as an agency of the U.S. Government in 1971. It helps U.S. businesses invest overseas, fosters economic development in new and emerging markets, complements the private sector in overseas investing, and aids in U.S. Foreign Policy. On the website, users can find out about some of the projects OPIC is currently working with and how to do business with them.
  

  https://www.opic.gov/
• US Agency for International Development
  
  In 1961, President Kennedy established the U.S. Agency for International Development. USAID is an independent federal government agency that receives foreign policy guidance from the State Department. The website has links to some of the projects that USAID is engaged in, which include initiatives in healthcare, agriculture and economic development. There is also a link to careers with USAID.
  

  https://www.usaid.gov/
• WhatTheyThink?
  
  WhatTheyThink is a media organization in the printing and publishing industry. It publishes news about the industry, including economic and trend analysis, emerging technology reports, and event reviews.
  

  https://whattheythink.com/
• American Sportfishing Association
  
  Founded in 1933, to represent the interests of fishing tackle manufacturers, the ASA has evolved to champion the entire sportfishing community. Through advocacy, outreach and special programs and events, ASA, and its conservation and habitat restoration arm, the FishAmerica Foundation, safeguards and promotes the economic and conservation values of sportfishing, keeping the nation's fisheries and waterways healthy and accessible to America's most popular outdoor activity.
  

  https://www.asafishing.org/
• Visit Baltimore
  
  Visit Baltimore is the official destination development and marketing organization for the Greater Baltimore region. Visit Baltimore generates economic benefits for Baltimore City through the attraction of convention, group and leisure visitors; the organization works to provide a positive experience for all guests.
  

  https://www.baltimore.org/
• Businessweek
  
  This well-known business publication prints business news, trends, and profiles of successful business people as well as global economic, technology, politics, and other market and finance news.
  

  https://www.businessweek.com/
• Choose Chicago
  
  Choose Chicago is the official destination marketing organization for Chicago, Illinois. Their mission is to bring regional, national and international business and leisure visitors to Chicago for the economic benefit of the City, the community and their members. Choose Chicago is a private, nonprofit organization that is responsible for marketing the greater Chicago area as a business and leisure visitor destination.
  

  https://www.choosechicago.com/
• Albuquerque Convention and Visitors Bureau
  
  The mission of the Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau is to stimulate economic growth by marketing Albuquerque as a convention and visitor destination.
  

  https://www.itsatrip.org/
• Minneapolis Convention and Visitors Bureau
  
  Meet Minneapolis, Convention and Visitors Association, promotes the Minneapolis community as a convention site and visitor destination. The organization strives to ensure that visitors enjoy a memorable experience in Minneapolis. The mission of Meet Minneapolis is to market, sell and maximize the visitor experience of Minneapolis for the economic benefit of our community.
  

  https://www.minneapolis.org/
• New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau
  
  The New Orleans Convention & Visitors Bureau is a nationally accredited destination marketing organization and economic development corporation. The NOCVB attracts visitors, special events, and conventions to New Orleans and the surrounding area.
  

  https://www.neworleanscvb.com/
• San Jose Convention and Visitors Bureau
  
  The mission of the San Jose Convention and Visitors Bureau is to enhance the image and economic well-being of San Jose by marketing San Jose as a globally-recognized destination. It was established as a nonprofit, 501c(6) organization in 1984. The Bureau offers meeting planners, tour operators, and individual visitors a team of dedicated professionals who can assist with their destination-planning process from beginning to end.
  

  https://www.sanjose.org/
• University of Arkansas
  
  Founded in 1871, this public, co-educational, land-grant, research university is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Today, the university enrolls about 25,000 students, representing all 50 states and 120 countries. The university partners with the state as an education and economic development resource. It is the major provider of graduate-level instruction in Arkansas, and its public service activities extend within and beyond the borders of Arkansas.
  

  https://www.uark.edu/
• Visit Long Beach - Long Beach CVB
  
  The Long Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is the official organization for convention and tourism marketing in the Long Beach area. Established in 1982, the LBACVB is a private non-profit organization funded by city hotel tax and membership contributions from area businesses and community organizations. The Bureau contributes to the economic development of the city of Long Beach by marketing and promoting Long Beach as a destination for conventions, meetings, and tourism.
  

  https://www.visitlongbeach.com/

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